Consumer Reports' guide to snow blowers
Suzanne Kreiter/Globe Staff/File 2009

After a winter that has seen a new snow storm blow through every week, a snow blower is probably starting to look pretty good – even to dedicated shovelers. Consumer Reports' has conducted grueling tests of more than 20 snow blowers and found that some of the best machines aren't much pricier than less-capable models.
Click through to see some of the models tested, as well as tips on what type of snow blower may be best for you.
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