Hilka Pro-Craft Folding Shovel review
Leaving permanently in the car boot as a lightweight backup for clearing snow from around wheels or digging out a stuck car.
By Tom Calder
A cheap, compact folding shovel that handles the job it's meant for — clearing snow from around wheels or gaining traction when stuck. It's not a substitute for a full-size spade, but at this price it's sensible, low-effort winter insurance to leave in the boot.
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- Cheap and small enough to leave in the car year-round without noticing it
- Serrated edge helps break up packed snow or ice
- Folds down compact with a storage pouch included
- Small blade and thin-gauge steel — not built for heavy or frequent digging
- Folding joints are a weak point compared with a one-piece shovel
Who shouldn't buy this
If you regularly need to clear a driveway or dig out deep snow, buy a proper full-size snow shovel — this is a compact emergency backup, not a main tool. (Note: this is a shovel, not snow socks or chains — the UK has no chain requirement on public roads, and chains damage cleared tarmac; see Highway Code rule 229.)
Key specs
| What it is | Folding steel shovel |
| Fits / size | 460mm extended (blade 155 x 113mm) |
| When you'd use it | Clearing snow/mud from around wheels |
| Boot storage | Folds down compact with carry pouch; 0.64kg |
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