Best electric ice auger for the money in 2018. Tried, tested & reviewed

Electric ice augers are the new, up and coming way to get through the ice. They beat using a hand ice auger in both time and efficiency. They may not beat a gas ice auger in regards to horsepower, but they do beat them in weight and the fact that you’ll no longer need to carry fuel with you while on the ice. By using an electric ice auger you’ll be able to minimize the weight associated with lugging around a heavy gas auger, you’ll have the ease of not needed to drill your hole by hand and you’ll have to comfort of knowing you’re not adding any additional greenhouse gases into the environment. And of course, you’ll be maximizing the amount of time you’re on the ice with a line in the water, no more standing around by the ice fishing heater waiting for someone else to drill your hole, you’ll want to take the reins and get it done yourself with one of these electric ice fishing augers. If you’re looking for electric ice auger reviews, here are our picks for the top 5 electric ice augers for the money in 2018.

Image	Name	Latest Pricing
	Eskimo ION X High-Performance Electric Ice Auger	Amazon
	Strikemaster Electra Lazer 12000DP Power Auger	Amazon
	Landworks Heavy Duty Eco-Friendly Ice Auger	Amazon
	Trophy Strike 40V Li-Ion Cordless Ice Auger Drill Kit	Amazon
	Strike Master Lithium 40v Electric Power Auger	Amazon

Pricing of these Electric Ice Fishing Augers Range Between $200-$640

Eskimo ION X High-Performance Electric Ice Auger

If you’re looking for a battery powered ice auger that is built around stability, longevity and reliability then the ION X is the electric auger for you. Eskimo’s new ION X still ensures that you have the reliability and ease associated with the original ION but you get the latest, cutting edge ice auger technology with the new ION X. This augers 40V; 5 amp-hour battery allows you to drill up to 1600 inches of ice on a single charge, and yes, you read that right, 1600 INCHES on a SINGLE CHARGE. I think we’ve said enough, but we’ll keep going. Not only does this improved battery offer you the ability to drill through the ice in Antarctica but this battery has a 60% higher storage capacity in comparison to the original ION electric ice auger. The new aluminum cast bottom allows for a smoother and more even cut during the drilling process making sure that you get to the water without using unnecessary amount of power. The handlebars have been redesigned for maximum efficiency. They have been brought in closer to the powerhead making it easier to control, and it also allows the angler to drill right up next to the walls of your ice fishing shanty with absolute ease and comfort. Lighting conditions aren’t an issue for this electric ice auger, the ION X has two LED (light emitting diode) light directly under the powerhead of the auger which completely illuminate the surface of the ice surrounding the cutting head of the auger. This means that this auger is perfect for night time fishing and drilling inside of dark ice fishing shelters. If you’re on the market for one of the top electric ice fishing augers money can by, this is the one for you!

Highlights:

• Drills up to 1600 inches of ice on a single charge
• Two LED’s light directly under the powerhead
• Handlebars have been redesigned
• Battery has a 60% higher storage capacity

Strikemaster Electra Lazer 12000DP Power Auger

The Electra Lazer battery operated ice auger from StrikeMaster would be a welcome addition to just about any ice fishing anglers arsenal. This is a strong, sleek and reliable electric ice auger that was built for one purpose, to destroy any ice that it come into contact with. The bottom of the auger consists of two stainless steel serrated lazer blades meaning you don’t need to worry about these blades doing their job, these blades have been tried, and tested and they’ve been found worthy of complete ice destruction. In case you find yourself out on the ice and you’ve forgotten to charge your electric auger, no problem, this electric ice fishing auger comes with a 12 foot external battery charger that can easily be hooked up to any 12V battery pack, standard battery charger or a 1 AMP car charger, whichever you have handy. The handles have been powder coated black for a sleek and clean look and the handles are now constructed out of a high impact/stress composite handle compound. This auger rips through the ice at a staggering 90 RPM and it can do so with ease thanks to its 40.1 gear ratio that runs at 20 AMPs during peak draw which is no problem for this augers battery. If you’re looking for a top notch, affordable electric ice fishing auger, then the StrikeMaster Electra Lazer might be the right choice for you fishing needs.

Highlights:

• Two stainless steel serrated lazer blades
• 40.1 gear ratio
• 12 foot external battery charger

Landworks Heavy Duty Eco-Friendly Ice Auger

Landswork has really outdone themselves with this electric ice auger, its been called one of the best electric ice auger. This 8” auger has little to no difficulty ripping holes straight through the ice. In case you do find yourself drilling through a difficult patch of ice, perhaps on a shifting fault line, this electric auger is equipped with an overload protector which prevents the augers powerhead from overloading or overheating due to extreme situations. Landwork’s has spaced their handles wider on this powerhead to help with balance and comfort during drilling operations. You will benefit from the 3 planetary gear mechanism this powerhead comes incorporated with which allows for a higher degree of transmission efficiency. The process is also made smoother and more efficient due to the motor being brushless meaning it can work with a great deal of efficiency. As if that weren’t enough this powerhead comes in at only 25 pounds, meaning it can be easily carrier from location to location with great ease. This electric ice fishing auger comes with a 2 AMP hour Lithium Ion Battery and charger which is more than enough to get you through the ice with ease on a long day out on the ice. They also have a 4 AMP hour battery that can be purchased for this auger if you plan on drilling many holes over a very long duration of time. If you’re looking for a powerful, modern and highly operational electric ice fishing auger then this one from Landwork is the right auger for you. This is one of the best battery powered ice augers on the market.

Highlights:

• Equipped with an overload protector
• 3 planetary gear mechanism
• Only 25 pounds
• Lithium Ion Battery

Trophy Strike 40V Li-Ion Cordless Ice Auger Drill Kit

This 40V Lithium Ion ice fishing auger from Trophy Strike features several innovations that help to set it apart from its competition. This auger has a bottom mounted centering ring that allow for frozen over holes to be easily reopened without any issues of center the auger on the first try. Trophy Strike has designed their blades specifically to cut through the ice in such a way that they don’t leave any jagged edges around the hole helping to prevent any mishaps with having your line accidentally cut due to a sharp piece of ice. With its ‘out of the box’ configuration you can drill up to 60, 20” thick holes on a single battery charge. Not only that, but the powerhead is also reversible allowing you to easily flush out the hole once you have completed your drilling. The motor is brushless meaning its very efficient and will have a very long lasting life even if its regularly abused. The powerhead handle has been designed to be operated smoothly with gloves meaning you no longer need to worry about your fishing gloves getting in the way of ice fishing hole drilling or your hands getting cold due to glove removal. This electric auger includes an 8” ice auger with a 15” extension, 40V 4.0 AMP hour battery and a battery charger with battery bag. If you’re looking for your all in one electric ice fishing auger set, look no further, this is everything you need to get started in the electric auger game.

Highlights:

• 40V Lithium Ion
• Drills up to 60, 20” holes on a single charge
• Powerhead is reversible
• 15” extension

Strike Master Lithium 40v Electric Power Auger

StrikeMaster has an all new series that runs off of a 40V Lithium Ion battery making this auger a serious ice drilling workhorse. This electric ice auger can be summed up in two words; lightweight and powerful! This auger features a brushless motor with a strong and reliable 5 AMP hour Lithium Ion battery meaning it is reliable and consistent when it comes to drilling holes in the ice. The auger is outfitted with StrikeMasters legendary Lazer Blades meaning you will get through the ice fast, period. The powerhead is outfitted with impact/stress resistant handles which also feature a deadman switch to help ensure the utmost amount of protection to the auger operator, not to mention it comes with built in LED lights meaning you don’t have to worry about low light conditions anymore. The powerhead can easily run in forward and reverse making it easy to both cut the hole but also clear the hole of ice and debris once it is completely cut. The 2 AMP rapid charging battery charger has no problem completely charging the battery to a full charge in 2 ½ hours. This electric ice fishing auger is capable of drilling 100 holes at 8” wide through 16” thick ice on a single charge. And before we forget, this auger comes with a 2 year manufacturer’s warranty on the motor, charger and battery, so you can sleep easy at night knowing that you’re covered if something goes wrong. If you’re looking for a reliable, tested and trustworthy electric auger, you’ve found the perfect one

Highlights:

• 40V Lithium Ion battery
• Lightweight and powerful
• Capable of drilling 100 holes at 8” wide through 16” thick ice on a single charge