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Snow Joe - SJ-SHLV01 Shovelution Strain-Reducing Snow Shovel - Blue
Average customer rating
4.6
(167 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 167 reviews
5 Stars
128
4 Stars
22
3 Stars
10
2 Stars
1
1 Star
6
100%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Snow Joe - SJ-SHLV01 Shovelution Strain-Reducing Snow Shovel - Blue
Customer Rating
5
A back saver
on January 19, 2026
Posted by: Joezzzzzz
Absolutely the best shovel known to man's back. I have the 18" blue (before there were other choices) for a few years now and it is absolutely a back saver.
Response from snowjoe.comBy Shop Joe Customer Care, Shop Joe Customer Care, January 19, 2026
Dear Valued Customer,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with the Snow Joe SJ-SHLV01 Shovelution Strain-Reducing Snow Shovel. We are delighted to hear that your 18" blue shovel has been such an effective tool for you over the years.
Our team designed the Shovelution to prioritize ergonomics and reduce strain, and it’s incredibly rewarding to know that it has provided you with a comfortable and efficient snow removal experience. Feedback like yours not only affirms the effectiveness of our design but also helps other customers make informed decisions.
We sincerely appreciate your loyalty and support, and we look forward to continuing to provide innovative solutions that make winter chores easier and safer.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with the Snow Joe SJ-SHLV01 Shovelution Strain-Reducing Snow Shovel. We are delighted to hear that your 18" blue shovel has been such an effective tool for you over the years.
Our team designed the Shovelution to prioritize ergonomics and reduce strain, and it’s incredibly rewarding to know that it has provided you with a comfortable and efficient snow removal experience. Feedback like yours not only affirms the effectiveness of our design but also helps other customers make informed decisions.
We sincerely appreciate your loyalty and support, and we look forward to continuing to provide innovative solutions that make winter chores easier and safer.
Written by a customer while visiting snowjoe.com
Customer Rating
3
Good but one problem.
on January 16, 2026
Posted by: CtalphaV
I purchased this shovel a couple of years ago. It would have been a 5 star for ease of use and ending back strain but the metal edge fell off and the naked plastic edge is now vulnerable to damage. I can only use it for soft light snow
Response from snowjoe.comBy Shop Joe Customer Care, Shop Joe Customer Care, January 16, 2026
Dear Valued Customer,
Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback on the Snow Joe SJ-SHLV01 Shovelution Strain-Reducing Snow Shovel. We truly appreciate your positive comments regarding its ease of use and ability to reduce back strain, as those are key features we aim to deliver.
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience you experienced with the metal edge detaching over time. We understand how this impacts the shovel’s durability and limits its use to lighter snow conditions. Your feedback is extremely valuable to us, as it helps identify areas for improvement in product design, material quality, and overall customer experience.
Please be assured that your comments will be shared with our product development and quality teams for review and consideration in future improvements. Once again, thank you for bringing this to our attention. If there is anything further we can assist you with, or if you have additional concerns, please feel free to reach out to us—we’re always here to help.
Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback on the Snow Joe SJ-SHLV01 Shovelution Strain-Reducing Snow Shovel. We truly appreciate your positive comments regarding its ease of use and ability to reduce back strain, as those are key features we aim to deliver.
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience you experienced with the metal edge detaching over time. We understand how this impacts the shovel’s durability and limits its use to lighter snow conditions. Your feedback is extremely valuable to us, as it helps identify areas for improvement in product design, material quality, and overall customer experience.
Please be assured that your comments will be shared with our product development and quality teams for review and consideration in future improvements. Once again, thank you for bringing this to our attention. If there is anything further we can assist you with, or if you have additional concerns, please feel free to reach out to us—we’re always here to help.
Written by a customer while visiting snowjoe.com
Customer Rating
4
Good news; bad news
on January 2, 2026
Posted by: Buried
from Edinboro, PA
We live in NW PA and have had over two feet of snow this week alone (and it's still coming down). In short, I use my 18" SJ shovel - A LOT! On the plus side, it has held-up well and does reduce strain by providing various shoveling options/angles. I like it A LOT! The bad news? Today, the spring assist handle rusted through and broke off. The date on the label says 2016. So, yes...it's "old" and has had a good run. Still, it seems like a design flaw to construct such an essential part out of metal for use shoveling what is basically frozen water. Having to replace the whole shovel because there is no replacement part seems "unfair."
Response from snowjoe.comBy Shop Joe Customer Care, Shop Joe Customer Care, January 2, 2026
Dear Valued Customer,
Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback about your SJ-SHLV01 Shovelution Strain-Reducing Snow Shovel. We’re glad to hear that the shovel has held up well over time and has helped reduce strain while providing versatile shoveling options—especially with the heavy snowfall in your area!
We sincerely apologize for the issue with the spring assist handle. We understand your concerns regarding the durability of this essential part and the inconvenience of not being able to replace it individually. Feedback like yours is invaluable, as it helps us identify areas for improvement in product design and overall longevity.
We truly value your input and will share your comments with our team to help guide future product enhancements. Thank you for your loyalty to Shop Joe and for taking the time to provide such thoughtful feedback.
Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback about your SJ-SHLV01 Shovelution Strain-Reducing Snow Shovel. We’re glad to hear that the shovel has held up well over time and has helped reduce strain while providing versatile shoveling options—especially with the heavy snowfall in your area!
We sincerely apologize for the issue with the spring assist handle. We understand your concerns regarding the durability of this essential part and the inconvenience of not being able to replace it individually. Feedback like yours is invaluable, as it helps us identify areas for improvement in product design and overall longevity.
We truly value your input and will share your comments with our team to help guide future product enhancements. Thank you for your loyalty to Shop Joe and for taking the time to provide such thoughtful feedback.
Written by a customer while visiting snowjoe.com
Customer Rating
3
Replacement parts are needed!
on February 19, 2025
Posted by: Christie B
from Bridgeport NY
This was our favorite shovel until we had back to back snow storms and after shoveling less than 10 times with it since we bought it the shovel broke. We came to buy a replacement for the handle and you don’t sell one. That is disheartening when you consider snow shovels usually last seasons not days.
Written by a customer while visiting snowjoe.com
Customer Rating
5
Easy on the back!
on January 5, 2025
Posted by: Mister C
from Kansas
Just got to use mine today. I'm 71 years old and traditional shovels took there toll on my back.. you don't have to bend over as much with this shovel. Still got to do the work, but I appreciate all the help I can get.
Written by a customer while visiting snowjoe.com
Customer Rating
1
on November 29, 2024
Posted by: HOWEY
GREAT FOR THE BACK. BOUGHT 2 SHOVALS. 1st ONE BROKE AT SPRING JOINT AND BLADE PROTECTOR FELL OFF. 2nd SHOVAL UPGRADED TO PLASTIC BLADE ,WITCH CRACKED DOWN THE MIDDLE.
Written by a customer while visiting snowjoe.com
Customer Rating
1
Snow shovel aluminum strip
on November 20, 2024
Posted by: Anonymous
from Minneapolis, MN
Missing part, the aluminum strip was miss and can't complete the assembly of the shovel, without that it will deteriorate fast.
Written by a customer while visiting snowjoe.com
Customer Rating
5
Best snow shoveI I ever used !
on January 17, 2024
Posted by: Woodhillfarm
from Tennessee
I'm 70 years old, lived thru New England snow storms most of my life. Used many different snow shovels. Purchased this Snow Joe SJ-SHLV01 Shovelution Strain-Reducing Snow Shovel and was amazed how much easier it was to shovel snow. The concept of the second shovel handle made a huge difference. Watch the video on it being used and you'll want one. . . . I highly recommend it, you won't be disappointed.
Written by a customer while visiting snowjoe.com