12 Best Ice Scrapers for Effective Snow and Ice Removal Every Winter
Whether you prefer form or function, there's an ice scraper out there for you.
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Picture this: It’s a cold winter morning and you’re late for work, but your windshield is still caked with an impenetrable slurry of snow and ice. At some point, we’ve all reached for a credit card to scrape the ice away, ending up with frozen hands and a windshield that remains blocked. Thankfully, if you’re prepared with a car scraper, you’ll be able to clear the glass off and safely travel to your destination. Unlike every rudimentary solution that you macgyvered together in a rush, a dedicated car scaper will be easier to use, and much faster.
Whether you're brushing off a light snow or scraping ice from your windshield, this tool is designed to protect your paint job. The bristles here are softer than most and the scraper has grooves that lift ice away as you scrape. Also convenient: The scraper detaches, giving you the option of using the 27-inch pole, or using it as a handheld.
Capable of tackling much more than just your windshield, this Joytutus and its extendable arm—which can reach up to 47.7 inches—will make clearing the roof much easier for van and truck drivers. On top of that, the snow broom can rotate up to 270 degrees for you to get just the right angle. The wiper cleaner will come in handy as well.
If you're looking for a snow scraper that's long enough for SUVs and trucks, and can remove heavy snow from multiple angles, this pivoting model does the trick. The handle is extendable up to 54 inches, and there's a hard ice scraper on one end. Its other side has nylon bristles and a rubber squeegee, all of which makes snow cleanup much easier.
Instead of using bristles (which on very rare occasions can leave faint swirls in your car's paint), this snow brush-and-scraper combo uses a foam pad to assist you with snow removal. It also boasts a telescoping handle, so you have all the reach when you need it—even enough for trucks—without taking up miles of real estate in your trunk.
If the brand Snow Joe sounds familiar, you’re probably thinking of Sun Joe, makers of power washers and other miscellaneous outdoor equipment. Both companies (Sun Joe being a complementary brand of Snow Joe) specialize in making outdoor tools for home and automotive applications. This affordable scraper has a brass blade to break the ice, whereas most models use plastic. But there’s no need to fear that the brass blade will scratch the glass, since brass is a softer material.
Coming in as one of Amazon's best-sellers, this brush proves that you don't need to blow a ton of money to get a decent-quality snow brush and ice scraper combo. It's strong, sturdy, and small enough to toss in the backseat or the trunk of your vehicle. Its 26-inch length isn't as long as our other picks, but this one will get the job done.
This ice crusher-scraper combo from Hopkins is the only model with a tool at both ends. The scraper is pretty self-explanatory, but the crusher opposite to it is designed to break through thicker bits of ice. The foam-wrapped, oval-shaped handle will also give you a firm and comfortable grip on the tool. Manufactured by Hopkins and badged as a Subzero product, both brands have been making snow and ice tools for over 40 years.
A sturdy blade and a comfy grip are all you need according to the guys at RevHeads, and based on its current reviews, many owners agree. With such a short handle, this is a great option for those with limited cargo space in their car. It's small enough to fit in your glovebox, but it's strong enough to tackle large chunks of ice.
Sometimes sprawling across your car to scrape the center of your windshield with one of those tiny handheld scrapers just won't cut it. Save your clothes and your back with this 50-inch telescoping ice scraper and snow brush. Plus, there's no need to worry about your car's paint or glass getting scratched with this pick.
Hunting for a telescoping brush and scraper on the cheap? Look no further. This 35-inch pick will make clearing your windshield easy, so long as you have room in the trunk to pack it away when you're done.
The biggest flaw with most snow brushes is that no matter how careful you are, they all have some sort of a hard edge that can cause damage to your car if you're not too careful. This scraper from True Temper takes away the risk by using a neoprene-like material all the way around the brush head, removing nearly all risk of inadvertent damage. It's pretty clever, if you ask us.
When utility and comfort collide, great things can happen. This warm and waterproof bad boy is sure to find fans among cold haters. It'll keep your hands toasty warm while protecting your gloves from tears and keeping your coat sleeves free from becoming a slushy mess.
Matt Crisara is a native Austinite who has an unbridled passion for cars and motorsports, both foreign and domestic. He was previously a contributing writer for Motor1 following internships at Circuit Of The Americas F1 Track and Speed City, an Austin radio broadcaster focused on the world of motor racing. He earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Arizona School of Journalism, where he raced mountain bikes with the University Club Team. When he isn’t working, he enjoys sim-racing, FPV drones, and the great outdoors.
Brandon Carte is a writer and editor with over a decade of experience covering technology, gadgets and appliances. His reporting has been featured on Best Products, Top Ten Revies, Good Housekeeping and USA Today. When he's not researching washing machines or testing robot vacuums, you can find him at concerts, swimming laps, or at the movies. He thinks smartphones are too big, prefers MP3s to Spotify and misses his iPhone’s headphone jack.
After years of working as both an automotive journalist and a BMW factory technician, to say I live and breathe the automotive world could still be considered an understatement. I’m obsessed with all things that are biased toward performance, racing, or the off-road realm, and the Toyota Corolla is the bane of my existence.
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