XtremepowerUS 1500W Electric Post Hole Digger Earth Auger Dig Hole Fence Post Hole Digging, Tree Planting with 6" Digging Auger Bit Set, 3/4" Shaft

Short version: Just buy this thing. It's worth every penny.Long version: I had a bit over 400' of fence to build and 70 fence post holes to dig. Now you're likely thinking: "DIY'ing 400 feet of fence, you're nuts!!" But hear me out: it's saving me $15,000 in labor. I'll dig for *months* to save $15,000, well as it turns out because of this auger i didn't have to dig for months!So I go to my hardware store to rent an auger. They want $400 for the weekend. I walk out, and go to Amazon. I find this auger for $170. After reading the reviews, I figure well, even if it burns up I could buy a second one and still be ahead versus renting something for $400, and in the end I own the thing. So I pull the trigger and buy it.Upsides: This thing rocks. I got the optional 10" bit for another $50 and we got digging. This thing is a beast, and it chewed through our tough NorCal valley packed hardpan with voracity. It seriously kicks butt.Now the downsides: the trigger is all or nothing and if you gun it this thing will take you for a ride if you hit a rock or a root. After about 20 holes we figured out the trick is to just keep firing the trigger rapidly to slow it down and give it a breather if it does hit something solid.The other downside is the left handle grip has this rather useless flare out that I suppose is there to help you hold it, but practically all it does is murder the top of your left hand if this thing does get away from you.All that aside, if you're careful and take it slow this thing will blow away all expectations.

Works exactly like you hope it would. The shaft that comes with it will do roughly 25 inches, maybe a little more if you can scrape away the area around the hole. This company also sells extensions which is something you should consider if you have more than, say, ten holes. I say that because you are essentially deadlifting this thing the whole time and it will wear your lower back out after a while if you are doing all the holes yourself. Keep a cordless reciprocal saw and some form of shears handy for any roots you encounter. My suggestion is to keep a firm, but tentative hold on the handles because if you hit any big roots, this thing will spin! Make sure not to tie a knot in your electrical cord for safety because you want this thing to power off if it twists. The cord length is a little short as well so make sure you have an extension cord with you. You should also have some ear protection as the motor will whine loud enough to not bother you once or twice, but a dozen times will damage your ears. Besides that, this thing is a beast and will save you a ton of digging.

I purchased this last August 2024. A couple of months later I finally had an opportunity to put it to good use. I constructed a 288 ft split rail fence along one side of our property line using landscaping timbers. I live up a foothill that borders the Cherokee National forest in east Tennessee at about a 1000 ft elevation. So the ground is a bit rocky. I'm proud and happy that this machine did the job digging the 38 post holes I needed to construct this fence. Now, as some of the other reviews had mentioned, you need to be aware that the auger on occasion will hit a rock or a thick root at times, and the machine will get away from you if you have your finger on the trigger that operates it. Sometimes it's best to quickly let go of it so the machine will shut down and you won't sprain a wrist or arm. In most cases when this happened to me, the machine, not the auger, would turn a couple of times and then stop. So, the bottom line is I have no complaints. I'll be using it again to install another fence row in the near future.

Recently moved to almost 2 acres of land, none of which has been fenced in. Problematic for our 4 beagles. I have grown weary of taking them on walks 3 times a day in 100 degree heat in the Texas summer. Time to build a fence (and doggie door).Got quoted anywhere from $800 to $2000 just to dig holes for fence posts. Have rented a gas powered auger with less than stellar results. Working one of those monstrosities yourself is next to impossible, without Hulk-like strength. And at current rentals upwards of $200/day, looking into purchasing this seemed a good option.Alarmingly light, when pulling out of the box, compared to its gas-powered cousin, I had my doubts as to how it would stack up.So far, so good. I can go at my own pace, digging as many (or few) holes as I want in a given day. I have over 100 to do. At around $160 or so, purchasing this new, at a fraction of rental seems like a no-brainer.It IS indeed every bit as powerful as the 1500w motor advertised.Couple things to consider. Some of which have already been covered:1) This thing has NO reverse gear. You WILL get stuck on occasion, unless you go slow, a few inches at at time, and pull up while engaging the engine. It will clear the soil, and give you the chance to dig deeper. Having said that, with no reverse, if you aren't careful, your hands, arms and shoulders will bear the brunt of the force when it stops. The auger will stop, but the motor won't. Wear padded gloves. Especially on your left hand. Trust me, your hands will thank you later.2. You'll need a at least a 14ga extension cord that can handle the wattage/amperage this thing puts out. I bought 2 - 100' 14ga extension cords so reaching the back of our property wouldn't be an issue. Depending on how many holes you dig, or how far away from a power source you'll be, make sure to have enough cord to accommodate your needs.3. It is slow. Probably designed purposely, but wasn't expecting it to go so slow. High torque/slow speed. So, get a wide stance, brace your arms, but keep loose and watch out for debris.4. Which gets me to the last point. This will not cut through roots, rocks or anything of substance. Its for dirt. If you hit any of those things, it will bind up on you and kickback or get stuck. Refer to 1 & 2 above. A rock bar or shovel (sometimes a hammer or saw) will do the dirty work of clearing your workspace.Knowing all that, cutting into just about any soil is a breeze. Once you get the hang of it, you can knock out a 24" hole in less than a minute, under ideal conditions. For me, it is worth every penny so far. Time will tell on its longevity. I suspect those that complained "it died on the 2nd use" or whatever, probably used a smaller gauge extension cord, and burned up the motor.Once I'm done with it, I can sell it, and still make out pretty well, cheaper than a rental overall. Or maybe rent it out myself. LOLGood luck and if I can do it, I'm betting you can, too. Now, get to digging!