VOLTASK doesn't sell mowers or leaf blowers in your local hardware store, and it doesn't have the name recognition of EGO, Snow Joe or Greenworks. Yet its 24V 13-inch cordless snow shovel is one of the most-rated battery snow shovels on Amazon.com, with more than 2,100 ratings on a single listing. It's the best value pick in our best cordless snow shovels guide, and it's the shovel people most often ask about when they see that a no-name brand outsells the big ones.
This review covers the model behind that listing, the VOLTASK SS-20B, and its newer brushless twin. We read VOLTASK's own user manual for the SS-20B, compared it with the Amazon listing and VOLTASK's own store, and recorded the owner rating distributions on November 1, 2026. As with every guide on this site, we didn't test the shovel ourselves. Here's how we research. Where the manual, the listing and the store disagree, and they sometimes do, we say so.
Image: VOLTASKVOLTASK SS-20B 24V 13-inch Cordless Snow Shovel
- Path13 in wide, 6.5 in deep
- ThrowUp to 20 ft, ±30° plate
- Weight9.23 lb bare, ≈11 lb with battery
- Battery24V 4.0Ah (≈96 Wh)
- Run / chargeUp to 25 min / ≈70 min
- Warranty3 years (tool), 1 year (battery)
Why we like it
- More than 2,100 ratings at 4.4 stars
- About 11 lb ready to use, light for steps and decks
- 13-inch path, wider than EGO's 12 inches
- Kit includes battery and quick charger
- 3-year limited warranty on the tool
Keep in mind
- 96 Wh battery: walks and short driveways per charge
- Single speed, brushed motor, belt drive
- Battery fits only VOLTASK tools
- Battery warranty is only 1 year
- Not for gravel or deep, wet snow
Which VOLTASK is this?
VOLTASK sells a surprisingly long list of snow tools: 24V shovels from 11 to 13 inches, 48V shovels with wheels, 56V shovels, 48V blowers that run on two 24V batteries, and corded blowers. Several of the 24V 13-inch shovels look almost identical in photos, and listing titles change over time. Before buying, it's worth knowing which one you're looking at.
The listing with the long rating history, Amazon ASIN B0B1TXSFMK, is the SS-20B. That's the model number on the listing's product details and on the cover of the user manual linked from it. VOLTASK also sells a newer brushless 24V 13-inch shovel, model CSS007-130 (ASIN B0FFLXMBHW), with the same housing, battery and listed weight. We compare the two further down.
| Model | Motor | Path | Rated throw | Listed weight | Owner rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 SS-20B | Brushed, belt drive | 13 × 6.5 in | 20 ft | 9.3 lb | 4.4★ (2,143) |
 CSS007-130 | Brushless | 13 × 6.5 in | 22 ft | 9.3 lb | 4.3★ (1,117) |
Both kits come with one 24V 4.0Ah battery and a quick charger. Ratings were recorded on November 1, 2026. The brushless listing groups several sizes (13, 16 and 17 inches) under one page, so its rating count may be pooled across them, as Amazon sometimes does.
A note on the specs: VOLTASK's own store describes the SS-20B as cutting "a path of 12-inch width x 6-inch depth" in one place and 13 by 6.5 inches in another, and some of its listing titles call it brushless. The manual is the most specific source we found, so we use its figures: 13 inches wide, 6.5 inches deep, 20-foot throw, 2,800 rpm and no mention of a brushless motor. The troubleshooting table refers to a drive belt, which fits a brushed design.
Specs from the manual
Here's the SS-20B as described in its own user manual, with the battery figures from VOLTASK's replacement battery listing:
| Spec | VOLTASK SS-20B | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage | 24V | Same class as Snow Joe's 24V shovels |
| No-load speed | 2,800 rpm | Auger speed with no snow; it slows under load |
| Clearing width | 13 in (33 cm) | One inch wider than EGO's 12-inch shovel |
| Clearing depth | 6.5 in (16.5 cm) | The height of the intake; deeper snow means multiple bites |
| Throw distance | Up to 20 ft (6 m) | Enough to clear a walk; less than EGO's 25 ft |
| Guide plate | 60° total, 30° left or right | Aim snow away from the house or cleared area |
| Weight without battery | 9.23 lb (4.2 kg) | The 9.3 lb on the listing is the bare tool |
| Battery | 24V 4.0Ah, 1.71 lb | About 96 Wh of stored energy |
| Charger | Quick charger, 110–120V | About 70 minutes from empty |
| Charging temperature | Above 41°F, below 105°F | Never charge a cold battery |
| Speeds | One | No low setting for close work |
| Controls | Safety switch plus trigger | Two-hand start to prevent accidental starts |
In the box: the shovel, a 24V battery, the quick charger, an accessories pack with the lock knobs and auxiliary handle, the manual and a troubleshooting card. Assembly is two steps: extend the shaft and lock it with the two knobs, then fit and angle the front handle. The manual says the front handle's height is adjusted with two screws and a screwdriver, which isn't included.
What it does well
It's genuinely light
The listing's 9.3 lb is the bare tool. Add the 1.71 lb battery and you're at about 11 lb ready to go. That keeps it among the lightest kits in our shovel guide, and five to six pounds lighter than the EGO SNS1201 kit or the Snow Joe 24V-SS13 as listed. On a flight of steps, a deck you have to reach by stairs, or for anyone who finds a full steel shovel hard on the back, that difference is the main reason to choose a powered shovel over a blower in the first place.
A 13-inch path
Thirteen inches doesn't sound like much more than twelve, but over a driveway it adds up: about 8% fewer passes than a 12-inch shovel for the same area. It matches Snow Joe's 24V-SS13 and is wider than the Snow Joe 24V-SS10 and most 20V shovels. The 6.5-inch intake height also lets it take a normal snowfall in one bite.
Simple to own
There's nothing to tune. No oil, no gas, no spark plug, no cord to drag around the car. The only regular jobs are brushing it off after use, bringing the battery inside and, eventually, replacing the rubber scraper blade, which the manual treats as a wear part. The two-step assembly and push-button start mean anyone in the house can use it.
The kit is complete
Unlike some battery tools sold "bare," the SS-20B comes with its battery and charger. You don't need to own anything else, and you don't need to think about which battery size to buy.
A real track record
Plenty of cheap battery shovels on Amazon have a few dozen ratings. The SS-20B has more than 2,100, collected over several winters, with a rating distribution that's almost identical to EGO's (see below). That's the strongest evidence available that the design holds up, for a brand without a long retail history in the U.S.
Where it falls short
- A small battery. 24V × 4.0Ah is about 96 Wh. EGO's 2.5Ah kit battery holds about 140 Wh. VOLTASK claims up to 25 minutes, but that's best case. Plan on a walkway, steps and part of a driveway per charge, not the whole thing. We do the math below.
- Brushed motor and belt drive. Brushed motors turn more of the battery's energy into heat than brushless ones, and the manual lists a worn drive belt as a cause of poor performance. Neither is a dealbreaker on a tool used a few hours a winter, but they're the reason VOLTASK now sells a brushless version.
- One speed. There's no low setting for working next to cars, windows or doors, where EGO's low speed is useful. You control the throw by aiming the guide plate and by easing up on how fast you push.
- A closed battery platform. VOLTASK's 24V batteries fit VOLTASK tools only: its 24V shovels and the 48V VOLTASK shovels and blowers that run on two 24V packs. They won't run a mower or leaf blower from another brand, and VOLTASK doesn't sell a lawn line to match. If you already own EGO, Snow Joe/Sun Joe, Greenworks or SKIL batteries, that brand's bare shovel is usually the better buy.
- Shorter battery warranty. The tool has a 3-year limited warranty, but the replacement battery listing states 1 year. The battery is the part most likely to wear out.
- Mixed specs. As noted above, VOLTASK's own pages don't always agree on the path size, throw distance or motor type. It's not unusual for a direct-to-Amazon brand, but it means you should check the model number on the listing before you buy.
What owners' ratings say
We can't run a shovel through a whole winter, but thousands of owners have. Here's how the ratings broke down on November 1, 2026, next to the EGO SNS1201 we recorded on October 28:
| Listing | Average | Ratings | 5★ | 4★ | 3★ | 2★ | 1★ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VOLTASK SS-20B | 4.4 | 2,143 | 71% | 13% | 7% | 2% | 7% |
| VOLTASK brushless CSS007-130 | 4.3 | 1,117 | 67% | 16% | 7% | 3% | 7% |
| EGO SNS1201 (for reference) | 4.4 | 204 | 69% | 16% | 6% | 3% | 6% |
About 84% of SS-20B owners gave four or five stars, and 9% gave one or two. That's essentially the same profile as the EGO, from roughly ten times as many ratings. The listing also showed an Amazon's Choice badge and "800+ bought in past month" on November 1, early in the season. The brushless listing is slightly lower, at 83% four or five stars, but its count may include other sizes.
What a 7% one-star share usually means with battery snow tools: a mix of genuine failures and mismatched expectations. The second group is predictable. A 96 Wh shovel bought for a long driveway, a foot of wet snow or the plow ridge at the end of the drive will disappoint, and a battery left in a freezing garage will run short. Those aren't defects. The reviews worth weighing are the ones about parts failing in light snow or a battery that stops charging early in its life.
Reading low ratings: before you let a one-star review decide for you, check two things. How deep and wet was the snow, and where was the battery stored? "Couldn't handle 14 inches" is a shovel being asked to do a blower's job. "Battery died after five minutes at 5°F" is usually cold, not a bad battery. "Belt broke in the second storm" is the kind of review that matters.
What one charge clears
Battery energy is volts times amp-hours:
Snow Joe 24V-SS13: 24V × 4.0Ah ≈ 96 Wh
EGO SNS1201: 56V × 2.5Ah ≈ 140 Wh
VOLTASK's claim is "up to 25 minutes." Spread 96 Wh over 25 minutes and the shovel is drawing an average of about 230 watts, which is plausible for light snow where the auger isn't working hard. In heavier snow it draws more and runs for less time.
Minutes don't tell you how much driveway you'll clear, though. The most useful per-charge figure in this class comes from Snow Joe, which rates its 24V 4.0Ah shovels for about 1,620 lb of snow per charge, from exactly the same amount of battery energy. Fresh snow weighs very roughly 5 to 10 lb per cubic foot when light and dry, and more when wet. At 6 inches deep:
1,620 lb ÷ (20 lb/ft³ × 0.5 ft) ≈ 160 sq ft (heavier snow)
A one-car driveway is often about 200 to 240 square feet, and a typical front walk 50 to 100. So with a 96 Wh shovel, one charge covers the walk, the steps and a one-car driveway in light snow, or about half of it in heavier snow. That's our estimate from Snow Joe's figure, applied to the VOLTASK's identical battery. It isn't a VOLTASK claim or a test result, and VOLTASK's brushed motor may do a little worse than Snow Joe's figure.
About "350 lb per minute": VOLTASK's store says the SS-20B moves up to 350 lb of snow per minute. That's a peak rate while the intake is full, not something you can multiply by 25 minutes. Doing so would give 8,750 lb per charge, five times what Snow Joe claims from the same 96 Wh. Nobody walks a full intake for 25 minutes straight. Treat the per-minute figure as marketing and the per-charge estimate above as the realistic one.
The practical answer: if you clear more than a walk and a one-car driveway, buy a second battery. VOLTASK's 24V 4.0Ah battery works with the same charger, and rotating two packs, one working and one warming up inside, does more for real-world coverage than anything else. Two VOLTASK batteries hold about 192 Wh between them, more than the 140 Wh in EGO's 2.5Ah kit battery, and only one is on the handle at a time.
Cold weather and charging
Every lithium-ion battery loses usable capacity in the cold. The chemistry slows down, the voltage sags under load, and a battery that ran 25 minutes at 30°F may quit early at 5°F. VOLTASK's manual has three rules worth knowing:
- Don't charge it cold. The manual says not to charge the battery when it or the work area is at or below 41°F, or above 105°F. If both charger lights are on with a battery inserted, the charger is telling you the battery is too hot or too cold. Bring it inside and let it warm up before charging.
- Battery too cold to start? The troubleshooting table suggests putting it on the charger for about 10 minutes, then trying again. That only works indoors, where the charger itself is above 41°F.
- Store it frost-free. The manual says to store the shovel and accessories in a dry, frost-free place and to remove the battery after each use. The warranty also excludes damage caused by cold, heat, rain or excessive humidity, so the garage shelf isn't the place for the battery.
A full charge takes about 70 minutes from empty, according to the manual. In a long storm, that's the rhythm: go out, clear for 15 to 25 minutes, swap batteries, put the cold one on the charger inside once it's warmed up, and repeat. The same rules apply to every brand's battery. Our guide to batteries in the cold explains why.
Brushed SS-20B or the brushless version?
VOLTASK's brushless 24V 13-inch shovel, the CSS007-130, uses the same housing, intake size, battery, charger and guide plate, and it's listed at the same 9.3 lb. What changes is the motor:
- Throw distance: the brushless listing rates it at 22 feet against the SS-20B's 20. (VOLTASK's own store page says 23 feet. Close enough either way.)
- Efficiency: brushless motors waste less energy as heat and have no brushes to wear out. On the same 96 Wh battery, that should mean a little more snow per charge, though VOLTASK still quotes the same 25-minute maximum for both.
- Track record: the SS-20B has nearly twice as many ratings and a slightly higher average, and its listing has been selling for several seasons. The brushless version is the newer design.
Our take: if the two are close in price when you buy, the brushless version is the better machine on paper. If the SS-20B is noticeably cheaper, it's the safer known quantity, with the longer rating history. Either way, check the model number in the listing's product details: SS-20B for the brushed shovel, CSS007-130 for the brushless one.
Warranty and upkeep
What the warranty covers
The SS-20B manual states a 3-year limited warranty to the original purchaser against defects in materials and workmanship. VOLTASK agrees to repair or replace defective products or parts within that period. The main conditions, as written in the manual:
- Only for personal or household use, and only for the original buyer. It isn't transferable.
- Only for products sold by an authorized retailer. Used units or unauthorized third-party sellers aren't covered, so buy from a listing sold by VOLTASK or Amazon.
- Not for misuse, overloading, immersion in water, or failure to assemble, use, maintain or store it as the manual describes.
- Not for wear items or for damage caused by cold, heat, rain, excessive humidity or corrosive materials.
The replacement battery listing states a 1-year warranty on the battery. Keep your receipt and order details.
Parts that wear
The manual's troubleshooting table names three wear parts: the rubber scraper blade along the bottom edge, the auger and the drive belt. If the shovel starts leaving a thin layer of snow behind, the scraper blade is usually worn and should be replaced. If the motor runs but the auger doesn't turn, or performance drops with abnormal vibration, the belt or auger is the likely cause, and the manual says to contact the service center.
Cleaning and storage
Remove the battery before cleaning. Brush or blow snow and debris out of the air vents, wipe the housing with a damp cloth, and don't spray, wash or immerse the vents. Don't use solvents on the plastic. At the end of the season, store the shovel in a dry, dark, frost-free place, covered or in its box, and store the battery indoors.
Getting the best results
- Clear early and often. The SS-20B is happiest in 2 to 6 inches. In a big storm, go out halfway through instead of waiting for a foot.
- Inspect the area first. The manual says to remove doormats, sleds, boards, wires and other objects before you start. A buried newspaper is the classic way to jam an auger.
- Set the guide plate before each pass so snow lands downwind and off the area you've already cleared.
- Push at a steady walking pace. The manual warns against overloading the machine by trying to clear snow too fast. Forcing it wastes battery and strains the belt.
- Deep snow: take half-width bites or two layers, top half first.
- Steps: work top down, throwing to the side.
- Stay off gravel. The manual is explicit: don't use it on gravel surfaces. It will throw stones.
- Clearing a jam: release the trigger, remove the battery, and clear the discharge with a stick, never your hand or foot.
- Wear eye protection. The manual recommends safety glasses for operation and adjustments.
- After use: remove the battery, brush off the snow, let the shovel dry and bring the battery inside.
VOLTASK vs EGO, Snow Joe and SKIL
| Shovel | Path | Battery | Weight as listed | Throw | Battery platform | Owner rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VOLTASK SS-20B | 13 in | 24V 4.0Ah, ≈96 Wh | 9.3 lb bare (≈11 with battery) | 20 ft | VOLTASK only | 4.4★ (2,143) |
 EGO SNS1201 | 12 in | 56V 2.5Ah, ≈140 Wh | 16.7 lb with battery | 25 ft | EGO 56V, full yard line | 4.4★ (204) |
 Snow Joe 24V-SS13 | 13 in | 24V 4.0Ah, ≈96 Wh | 16.4 lb | Not stated in our sources | Snow Joe / Sun Joe 24V | 4.0★ (1,214) |
 SKIL PWR CORE 20 | 10 in | 20V 4.0Ah, ≈72–80 Wh | 7.2 lb | 20 ft | SKIL PWR CORE 20 | 4.3★ (97) |
Competitor figures are from our best cordless snow shovels guide, recorded on October 28, 2026. Listed weights aren't always measured the same way, with or without the battery, so treat small differences as rough.
VOLTASK vs EGO
The EGO SNS1201 has about 45% more battery energy, a brushless motor, two speeds, a 25-foot throw and the most useful battery platform in outdoor power tools. The VOLTASK is wider, about six pounds lighter in use and much cheaper to get into. If you'll buy EGO mowers or blowers later, or already have EGO batteries, choose EGO. If you want one light snow tool and nothing else, the VOLTASK does the job for less. Our EGO snow shovel review covers all four EGO versions.
VOLTASK vs Snow Joe 24V-SS13
These are the most direct rivals: same 13-inch path, same 24V 4.0Ah battery size. The Snow Joe kit adds a cover and an ice scraper, and its battery fits the wider Snow Joe / Sun Joe 24V lineup of mowers, trimmers and blowers. The VOLTASK is listed several pounds lighter and has the stronger rating, 4.4 against 4.0. If you own Sun Joe 24V tools, buy the Snow Joe. If you don't, the VOLTASK's ratings and weight give it the edge.
VOLTASK vs SKIL PWR CORE 20
The SKIL is lighter still, at 7.2 lb, and runs on SKIL's 20V batteries, which also power drills and other SKIL tools. It clears a narrower path. It's the better pick for steps and decks above all else. The VOLTASK is the better all-rounder for walks and short driveways.
VOLTASK vs a snow blower
If your driveway is long, if you regularly get more than 6 inches, or if the plow ridge is your real problem, no 96 Wh shovel will make you happy. A single-stage battery blower clears about 21 inches per pass. See snow shovel vs snow blower and are battery snow blowers worth it?
Verdict
The VOLTASK SS-20B is a light, simple, well-rated cordless snow shovel that does exactly what a powered shovel should do: clear walks, steps, decks and short driveways after a normal snowfall without a gas engine, a cord or a sore back. More than 2,100 owners rate it as highly as the EGO. Its weaknesses are the ones you'd expect at its level: a 96 Wh battery, a single speed, a brushed motor and a battery that works only with VOLTASK tools.
| Your situation | Our pick |
|---|---|
| First powered shovel, no battery tools yet, walks and a short driveway | VOLTASK SS-20B or the brushless CSS007-130 |
| Same, but you clear more than a one-car driveway | VOLTASK plus a second 24V battery |
| You own, or plan to buy, EGO tools | EGO SNS1200 or SNS1201 |
| You own Sun Joe / Snow Joe 24V tools | Snow Joe 24V-SS13 |
| Mostly steps and a deck | SKIL PWR CORE 20 |
| Long driveway, deep snow or the plow ridge | A snow blower |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the VOLTASK snow shovel good?
For light snow on walks, steps, decks and short driveways, owners say yes. On November 1, 2026 the 24V 13-inch SS-20B had a 4.4-star average from 2,143 Amazon ratings, with 84% of them four or five stars. It is light, simple and clears a 13-inch path. Its limits are a modest 96 Wh battery, a single speed and a battery that fits only VOLTASK tools.
How much does the VOLTASK snow shovel weigh?
The manual lists the SS-20B at 9.23 lb without the battery, which matches the 9.3 lb on the Amazon listing. VOLTASK's 24V 4.0Ah battery is listed at 1.71 lb, so the shovel weighs about 11 lb ready to use. That is still several pounds lighter than the EGO and Snow Joe 13-inch shovels.
How long does the VOLTASK battery last?
VOLTASK claims up to 25 minutes of run time from the included 24V 4.0Ah battery, which holds about 96 Wh. Expect less in wet snow or deep cold. A comparable 96 Wh shovel from Snow Joe is rated for about 1,620 lb of snow per charge, roughly 160 to 320 square feet at 6 inches deep, so one charge covers a walkway, steps and part of a driveway.
How long does the VOLTASK battery take to charge?
The manual says a discharged battery should be fully charged in about 70 minutes on the included quick charger. It also says not to charge the battery at or below 41°F or above 105°F, so bring it inside and let it warm up first.
What is the difference between the VOLTASK SS-20B and the brushless version?
They share the same 13-inch housing, 6.5-inch clearing depth, 24V 4.0Ah battery, listed weight and ±30° guide plate. The SS-20B uses a brushed motor and a drive belt and is rated to throw 20 feet. The brushless CSS007-130 is rated to throw 22 feet and should waste less energy as heat. The SS-20B has the longer rating history: 4.4 stars from 2,143 ratings against 4.3 stars from 1,117 for the brushless listing.
Do VOLTASK batteries work with other brands?
No. VOLTASK 24V batteries fit only VOLTASK tools: the 24V snow shovels and the 48V VOLTASK shovels and blowers that run on two 24V packs. They do not fit EGO, Greenworks, Snow Joe, DeWalt, Ryobi or any other platform.
What warranty does the VOLTASK snow shovel have?
The SS-20B manual states a 3-year limited warranty for the original purchaser, for household use, on products bought from an authorized retailer. The replacement battery listing states a 1-year warranty. The manual excludes commercial use, misuse, worn parts and damage caused by cold, heat or rain, so store the shovel and battery as the manual describes.
Can the VOLTASK snow shovel be used on gravel?
No. The manual warns against using it on gravel surfaces. The auger runs close to the ground and can pick up and throw stones. Use it on paved driveways, walks, decks and steps.
Sources and notes
Specifications, charging rules, maintenance, troubleshooting and warranty terms come from the VOLTASK SS-20B user manual linked from the Amazon.com listing. Ratings, rating distributions, model numbers and listing details come from Amazon.com on November 1, 2026: VOLTASK SS-20B (B0B1TXSFMK), VOLTASK brushless CSS007-130 (B0FFLXMBHW) and VOLTASK 24V 4.0Ah battery B-20-4 (B0DJ18TCDH). Store descriptions and the "350 lb per minute" claim are from VOLTASK's own online store. Figures for EGO, Snow Joe and SKIL come from the listings cited in our best cordless snow shovels guide (October 28, 2026). Watt-hour, wattage and area figures are our own estimates; snow density varies widely. We did not test these products ourselves.