Wild Badger Power WB40VEA 40V Cordless Earth Auger Kit

Wild Badger Power WB40VEA is a cordless earth auger kit for residential planting and post-setting in suitable soil. Its included 8-inch bit, two speed settings and reverse function suit projects such as fence posts, mailboxes and small trees, while battery runtime depends on soil and operating technique.

At a glance

Designed for fence posts, mailbox posts, small trees, shrubs and garden planting.
The listing specifies an 8-inch cast-steel auger bit, 31 inches long.
Two speed settings and reverse provide options for different digging situations and freeing a bound bit.
A 40V 4.0Ah battery and fast charger are listed as included.
Manufacturer guidance recommends loose-to-moderate soil and excludes concrete, asphalt, frozen ground, and areas with large rocks and roots.

Price

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Reference price: ~~$299.00~~

Price checked: Nov 14, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Cordless design avoids a power cord and gasoline for the listed digging tasks.
The kit is stated to include both a 4.0Ah battery and fast charger.
Reverse, two speed settings and an anti-kickback feature are described for operational control.

Cons

The listed 8-inch bit is a fixed diameter, which may not suit projects requiring narrower or wider holes.
Runtime and holes per charge are not specified and vary with soil, hole depth and operating technique.

Technical specifications

15 specifications

Identity and power
Brand	Wild Badger Power
Model	WB40VEA
Power system	40V
Motor	1,600W brushless motor
Maximum torque	66 ft-lb

Auger and operation
Included auger bit	8-Inch by 31-Inch Auger Bit
Speed settings	high or low speed
Reverse	use reverse to free a bound bit
Anti-kickback	anti-kickback helps limit sudden rotation

Battery and charging
Battery	one 40V 4.0Ah lithium-ion battery
Charger	fast charger

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	25.09 x 18.54 x 13.94 inches
Weight listed	31.5 pounds

Manufacturer support
Warranty	3-year limited warranty
Customer support	24-hour customer support

What to know before buying

Use only in suitable loose-to-moderate soil. The manufacturer says it is not designed for concrete, asphalt, frozen ground, or areas with large rocks and roots. Contact 811 and mark utilities before digging. Battery runtime and holes per charge vary with soil, depth and technique.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Homeowners and DIYers digging residential fence or mailbox post holes in suitable ground.
Gardeners planting shrubs or small trees who want a cordless auger.
Landscapers handling digging tasks that match the included 8-inch bit.

Less suited to

Projects requiring holes of a different diameter from the included 8-inch bit.
Digging in concrete, asphalt, frozen ground, or soil with large rocks or roots.
Buyers needing a stated runtime or guaranteed number of holes per charge.

Wild Badger Power WB40VEA 40V Cordless Earth Auger Kit · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.9 / 5 · 21 ratings

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4 stars12%12%
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The supplied evidence contains aggregate ratings but no review-summary text, so it does not establish what customers liked or disliked. The rating distribution is strongly positive, but the small sample offers limited context about performance in particular soil types or battery runtime. Buyers should use the stated soil limits and variable runtime as practical planning guidance, not as customer-reported outcomes.

Frequently asked questions

What comes with the WB40VEA kit?

The listing claims an 8-inch by 31-inch auger bit, one 40V 4.0Ah lithium-ion battery and a fast charger.

What soil is this auger intended for?

The manufacturer recommends loose-to-moderate soil and says the auger is not designed for concrete, asphalt, frozen ground, or areas with large rocks and roots.

How many holes can it dig per charge?

The listing does not give a fixed number. Runtime and holes per charge vary with soil, depth and operating technique.

Does it have reverse?

Yes. The listing says reverse can be used to free a bound bit. It also describes high and low speed settings and an anti-kickback feature.