On 10/18/2018 9:38 AM, Tom wrote:

I've think I've narrowed it down to Ariens and Honda.
Honda engines are virtually unbreakable but the machines are also 2x the
price. Are Hondas worth it?
Both brands have great local dealers.Â* Which brand do you recommend?

Depends on how much you will be doing. After many different lawnmowers
I finally bought a Honda and over the years, would have been the
cheapest way long term.

Snow twice a year, no big deal, anything will work but 18" every week,
get the Honda.