Garant Alpine Poly Scoop Shovel
The Garant Alpine Poly Scoop Shovel earns a top spot for combining a large-capacity, reinforced polyethylene scoop with a cost-conscious design that handles heavy snow and light barn work without the rust concerns of metal. It’s lighter than the Roughneck steel option and more impact-resistant in cold weather than the cheaper Ames poly, making it a strong all-rounder for homeowners who want durability and value. Compared with the premium True Temper aluminum model, Garant delivers similar corrosion resistance at a lower price point while sacrificing a little edge stiffness.
Huge-capacity scoop
Cold-proof poly — no crack
Huge-capacity scoop
Cold-proof poly — no crack
Review Summary
"Users praise the Garant Alpine Poly Scoop Shovel for being lightweight, durable and effective at moving snow and loose materials, though a few report cracking under very heavy use."
Featherweight lift
High-density polyethylene scoop resists cracking in cold weather
Featherweight lift
High-density polyethylene scoop resists cracking in cold weather
Time-Saving Convenience
Reduced Stress & Anxiety
The Garant Alpine Poly Scoop Shovel earns a top spot for combining a large-capacity, reinforced polyethylene scoop with a cost-conscious design that handles heavy snow and light barn work without the rust concerns of metal. It’s lighter than the Roughneck steel option and more impact-resistant in cold weather than the cheaper Ames poly, making it a strong all-rounder for homeowners who want durability and value. Compared with the premium True Temper aluminum model, Garant delivers similar corrosion resistance at a lower price point while sacrificing a little edge stiffness.
Huge-capacity scoop
Cold-proof poly — no crack
Featherweight lift
High-density polyethylene scoop resists cracking in cold weather
Reinforced ribbing adds stiffness for scooping heavy snow or materials
Huge-capacity scoop
Cold-proof poly — no crack
Featherweight lift
High-density polyethylene scoop resists cracking in cold weather
Reinforced ribbing adds stiffness for scooping heavy snow or materials
Fiskars Transfer Shovel
The Fiskars Transfer Shovel stands out for its ergonomic engineering and a transfer-style mouth that makes moving loose materials faster and less fatiguing—ideal for landscaping and cleanups where repeated lifts matter. It typically costs a bit more than basic poly scoops like the Ames but repays that with reduced user strain and a design optimized for efficient material transfer compared with bulkier scoops such as Garant and Roughneck. Technically it bridges the gap between light homeowner shovels and heavier contractor tools by prioritizing comfort and cycle-speed.
Accurate material transfer
Ergonomic balance — happy wrist
Accurate material transfer
Ergonomic balance — happy wrist
Review Summary
"Buyers like the Fiskars Transfer Shovel for its sturdy construction, good balance, and easy transfer of materials, but some find the blade edge needs occasional reshaping."
Sturdy blade edge
Wide, low-friction polymer scoop designed to slide and transfer materials easily
Sturdy blade edge
Wide, low-friction polymer scoop designed to slide and transfer materials easily
Optimized Work Efficiency
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
The Fiskars Transfer Shovel stands out for its ergonomic engineering and a transfer-style mouth that makes moving loose materials faster and less fatiguing—ideal for landscaping and cleanups where repeated lifts matter. It typically costs a bit more than basic poly scoops like the Ames but repays that with reduced user strain and a design optimized for efficient material transfer compared with bulkier scoops such as Garant and Roughneck. Technically it bridges the gap between light homeowner shovels and heavier contractor tools by prioritizing comfort and cycle-speed.
Accurate material transfer
Ergonomic balance — happy wrist
Sturdy blade edge
Wide, low-friction polymer scoop designed to slide and transfer materials easily
Long, lightweight handle improves reach and reduces user fatigue
Accurate material transfer
Ergonomic balance — happy wrist
Sturdy blade edge
Wide, low-friction polymer scoop designed to slide and transfer materials easily
Long, lightweight handle improves reach and reduces user fatigue
True Temper Aluminum Scoop Shovel
The True Temper Aluminum Scoop Shovel is the premium lightweight option, offering a rigid, rust-proof aluminum scoop that stays lighter than steel Roughneck models while providing a stiffer edge than most poly scoops. Its higher upfront cost is offset by long-term durability and lower fatigue during extended work—making it a smart choice for users who want a balance of strength and weight savings compared with poly alternatives like Garant and Ames. In comparison to Fiskars, True Temper emphasizes material durability over transfer-specific ergonomics.
Ultra-light aluminum
Reinforced lip — bites ice
Ultra-light aluminum
Reinforced lip — bites ice
Review Summary
"Owners appreciate the True Temper Aluminum Scoop for its lightweight, rust-resistant blade and solid performance, though dents and occasional handle loosening are cited by some users."
Large load mouth
Stamped aluminum scoop offers a corrosion-resistant, lightweight design
Large load mouth
Stamped aluminum scoop offers a corrosion-resistant, lightweight design
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
The True Temper Aluminum Scoop Shovel is the premium lightweight option, offering a rigid, rust-proof aluminum scoop that stays lighter than steel Roughneck models while providing a stiffer edge than most poly scoops. Its higher upfront cost is offset by long-term durability and lower fatigue during extended work—making it a smart choice for users who want a balance of strength and weight savings compared with poly alternatives like Garant and Ames. In comparison to Fiskars, True Temper emphasizes material durability over transfer-specific ergonomics.
Ultra-light aluminum
Reinforced lip — bites ice
Large load mouth
Stamped aluminum scoop offers a corrosion-resistant, lightweight design
Rolled front edge improves durability and scraping performance
Ultra-light aluminum
Reinforced lip — bites ice
Large load mouth
Stamped aluminum scoop offers a corrosion-resistant, lightweight design
Rolled front edge improves durability and scraping performance
Ames D-Grip Poly Scoop
The Ames D-Grip Poly Scoop is the budget-friendly, user-friendly choice—featuring a comfortable D-handle and a lightweight poly bowl that keeps purchase price and strain low for casual snow clearing and light yard tasks. It undercuts the more durable Roughneck steel and higher-end True Temper aluminum on cost, making it attractive for infrequent use, though it sacrifices some edge strength and cold-impact resistance versus Garant’s reinforced poly. For homeowners prioritizing upfront affordability and ease of use, Ames provides a dependable economical option.
Comfort D-grip
Impact-resistant poly — bend no more
Comfort D-grip
Impact-resistant poly — bend no more
Review Summary
"Shoppers find the Ames D-Grip Poly Scoop comfortable and affordable for snow and grain, with reasonable durability for light-to-moderate use but susceptibility to cracking under heavy stress."
Smooth scooping
Polyethylene scoop resists rust and is easy to clean
Smooth scooping
Polyethylene scoop resists rust and is easy to clean
Time-Saving Convenience
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
The Ames D-Grip Poly Scoop is the budget-friendly, user-friendly choice—featuring a comfortable D-handle and a lightweight poly bowl that keeps purchase price and strain low for casual snow clearing and light yard tasks. It undercuts the more durable Roughneck steel and higher-end True Temper aluminum on cost, making it attractive for infrequent use, though it sacrifices some edge strength and cold-impact resistance versus Garant’s reinforced poly. For homeowners prioritizing upfront affordability and ease of use, Ames provides a dependable economical option.
Comfort D-grip
Impact-resistant poly — bend no more
Smooth scooping
Polyethylene scoop resists rust and is easy to clean
D-shaped top grip provides comfortable leverage for lifting and dumping
Comfort D-grip
Impact-resistant poly — bend no more
Smooth scooping
Polyethylene scoop resists rust and is easy to clean
D-shaped top grip provides comfortable leverage for lifting and dumping
$30-50 CAD
Roughneck Heavy-Duty Scoop Shovel
The Roughneck Heavy-Duty Scoop Shovel is the market leader for contractors and heavy users, built with thick-gauge steel and a reinforced edge that tolerates chopping and constant heavy loading better than poly and aluminum competitors. Its technical advantage is longevity under abuse—outlasting the lighter True Temper aluminum and almost all poly scoops—though that durability comes with higher weight and typically a higher price than budget poly models like Ames. For commercial workloads where replacement downtime and tool life drive costs, Roughneck delivers the best total-cost-of-ownership.
Industrial-strength build
High-load hauling — beast mode
Industrial-strength build
High-load hauling — beast mode
Review Summary
"Reviewers say the Roughneck Heavy-Duty Scoop is built tough and moves heavy loads well, though it's heavier than alternatives and some criticize the grip and finish."
Wear-resistant edge
Heavy-duty construction handles tougher loads and frequent use
Wear-resistant edge
Heavy-duty construction handles tougher loads and frequent use
Optimized Work Efficiency
Time-Saving Convenience
Increased Safety & Security
The Roughneck Heavy-Duty Scoop Shovel is the market leader for contractors and heavy users, built with thick-gauge steel and a reinforced edge that tolerates chopping and constant heavy loading better than poly and aluminum competitors. Its technical advantage is longevity under abuse—outlasting the lighter True Temper aluminum and almost all poly scoops—though that durability comes with higher weight and typically a higher price than budget poly models like Ames. For commercial workloads where replacement downtime and tool life drive costs, Roughneck delivers the best total-cost-of-ownership.
Industrial-strength build
High-load hauling — beast mode
Wear-resistant edge
Heavy-duty construction handles tougher loads and frequent use
Reinforced blade or collar reduces flex under heavy weight
Industrial-strength build
High-load hauling — beast mode
Wear-resistant edge
Heavy-duty construction handles tougher loads and frequent use
Reinforced blade or collar reduces flex under heavy weight
$45-85 CAD