I channeled my inner hillbilly and bought this to shovel snow instead of shoveling. It certainly does the job, but it's not always efficient. However, what you miss is time efficiency. you are doing this for fun! The feeling of masculinity as the flame ignites at full power and melts everything in its path is unimaginable. Not to mention that a random autumn leaf will appear and you will burn it down. When things have to go fast. grab a shovel. but if you manage to kill. try it, you won't be disappointed. my weeds are already trembling with spring fear