Honda HSS1332 31.9-Inch Two Stage Snow Blower with Electric Start and Track Drive, Clears Up to 2750 Pounds per Minute with…
Best for
Best for deep snow
Amazon rating
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Based on 1 trusted source
Current price
$3,999.00
Updated May 16, 2026 · 1 min read
Sources behind this verdict
10 reviewers weighted by source trust
The consensus
What reviewers found
Synthesized across the trust-weighted source mix below.
Across the reviewers we read, the HSS1332 is positioned as the machine for people who actually need 32 inches of clearing width and a 13 HP GX390 — meaning long rural driveways, lake-effect snow belts, and the kind of end-of-driveway berms that defeat smaller blowers. High-trust r/Snowblowers threads describe it as a 'beast' and 'fantastic,' and an r/BuyItForLife post from an owner reports the machine starts on the first pull every year with essentially no maintenance. The technical case in the manufacturer and YouTube material — up to 2,750 pounds of snow per minute and 56-foot throw — lines up with what owners describe in deep, heavy snow.
What reviewers liked
- High-trust r/Snowblowers threads consistently describe it as overbuilt for heavy snow and end-of-driveway piles
- r/BuyItForLife owner reports years of starts on first pull with minimal maintenance
- Track drive and tall 32-inch bucket handle deep, packed snow other machines bog down in
- Commercial GX390 engine and Honda dealer support translate to long ownership horizon
Where it falls short
- Highest price in the comparison set; community consensus is that most homeowners don't need the capacity
- Owner threads on r/HondaSnowblowers note weak throw in very light/shallow snow due to the large impeller housing
- Heavy and large — harder to maneuver and store than 24–28" machines
- Amazon review sample is small (38), so retailer-side corroboration is limited
Across the reviewers we read, the HSS1332 is positioned as the machine for people who actually need 32 inches of clearing width and a 13 HP GX390 — meaning long rural driveways, lake-effect snow belts, and the kind of end-of-driveway berms that defeat smaller blowers. High-trust r/Snowblowers threads describe it as a 'beast' and 'fantastic,' and an r/BuyItForLife post from an owner reports the machine starts on the first pull every year with essentially no maintenance.
The technical case in the manufacturer and YouTube material — up to 2,750 pounds of snow per minute and 56-foot throw — lines up with what owners describe in deep, heavy snow. r/HondaSnowblowers regulars do flag one operating quirk: in light, fluffy snow there isn't enough material in the impeller housing to throw far, and experienced owners cycle the auger on and off to compensate. That's a known characteristic of high-capacity two-stage machines, not a defect.
The trade-off is obvious and worth naming honestly: at $3,999 this is the most expensive pick on the list, it's physically large, and r/Snowblowers commenters repeatedly say the HSS928 is enough for most homeowners. If you don't have either the snow volume or the driveway length to justify the bucket, the 928 is the smarter buy.
- Powerful, Electric Start Honda GX Engine
- This Honda snow blower uses a commercial grade GX390 OHV engine for plenty of power to churn through snow; Starting is easy, even in cold weather, with automotive-style DC electric key start
- Exceptional Snow Thrower
- With a throwing distance of up to 56 feet, this gas snow blower features a 31.9-inch clearing width and 21.7 inch clearing height; This Honda snowblower clears up to 2750 pounds of snow per minute
- Dual Track Drive
- This gas powered snow blower features pliable, low temperature rubber tracks with sure-gripping cleats for superior traction and ideal balance on inclines, rough or uneven ground, and icy conditions
- Self-Propelled, Hydrostatic Drive
- This snow blower's hydrostatic transmission lets you move the lever forward or backward to go in the direction you want, at the speed you want; No shifting, and the ground speed doesn't affect the auger rotation speed
- Auger Height Control
- The auger height control lever allows you to easily adjust auger housing height with just the press of a thumb; Variable positions let you choose the best height for different surface conditions
- 3-Year Residential Warranty
- You can rest easy, knowing your gas snow blowers are covered from top to bottom for 3 full years
- Ready to Go Out of the Box
- There's no assembly required to use this snow blower; Before each use, just check the engine oil and fuel levels, ensure hardware and components are in good condition, and ensure the auger housing and discharge chute are clear
- Maintenance Notes
- To keep your Honda HSS1332 snow blower running safely and efficiently, the included owner's manual outlines a comprehensive maintenance schedule; Please see the product manual for more information on regular maintenance
Starts right up every year and I haven't done any maintenance. At this rate I'll be able to hand it down to my grandkids with less than 50 hours on it.
Regarding your first comment about not enough throw when not enough snow… what I've started doing is turning the auger on and off.
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