This is by far the best ice auger that i have used!! This weekend was the first time that i have seen in action and i will never pick up a hand or gas auger unless i need to. The sheer power that the icegator is amazing and in the time that it would take to get started and warmed up a gas auger i will have at least 10 holes drilled. This is an amazing tool to have on the ice and i would recommend it to anyone that is looking to buy a new auger. Another plus is no more gas and we all know how messy gas can be and the smell. This is a take off the charger and your ready to go type of thing and it makes everything so easy. Im glad that my dad (himo) showed me this because when i go off on my own and need my our gear I will be buying myself an icegator!