Outdoor Power Equipment (Lawn Mowers, Snow Blowers, Chain Saws and more) Discussions

After owning a couple of Ariens 2-stage Snow Blowers, I've decided to try a Toro Single-Stage. I've already gone thru the mental exercise of comparing pros & cons of owning a 200 lb. bohemoth, vs. a 72 lb. Single-Stage. And my last Ariens, a 5 hp with an "L-head" engine, was so underpowered it was almost useless, but still very large, hard to manuver, & heavy.

Anyway, I've narrowed it down to either a: Toro Power Clear 221Q Model # 38583 $619, with the Quick shoot & Zip Deflector:

http://www.homedepot.com/Toro/h_d1/N-5yc1vZ1xh3Z1i9Z1z10ypl/R-100599761/h_d2/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053

Or the Power Clear 210 #38587. $499, or $559 with electric start:

http://www.homedepot.com/Toro/h_d1/N-5yc1vZ1xh3Z1i9Z1z10ypl/R-100677593/h_d2/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053

Questions: Is the "Quick shoot & Zip Deflector" on the 221Q worth the extra $120? I know why it would  be useful, but seems really pricey. Are there any other features on the 221 that are not on the 210?

The $60 for the electric start on the 210 seems like a good deal (it's $100 on the 221Q for some reason). I know a lot of people say not to get it, but my last 2 Snow Blowers had it, & I liked just pushing a button when it was 15 degrees out, & maybe my back was hurting from chipping ice, or throwing some of the EOD "ice boulders".  Would anyone give up the Quick shoot on the 221Q, & get the electric start on the 210 (& save $70)?

TIA for any advice!

Thanks for the reply WoodyWW and aa335

I'll go an measure a new 621, and then try to snag this used 221 for a good price. The seller said he will accept a reasonable offer, so I'll try $400 and see what happens.

Thanks again
James