| 84 | | $180 | If we could only own one ice axe, this would be it; it's an extremely capable all-arounder that offers a respectable weight for nearly any trip |
| 83 | | $200 | One of the best all-around mountaineering axes out there, it just narrowly missed our Editors' Choice Award |
| 81 | | $190 | This burly ice axe is everything you could want for challenging glacier routes and steep snow climbs |
| 81 | | $200 | Built with versatility and steep alpine routes in mind, this model has the shaft of an ice axe with the head of an ice tool |
| 79 | | $150 | Incredibly versatile, there are very few mountaineering objectives that this model doesn't perform well on |
| 77 | | $170 | This super lightweight model is specialized but works extremely well for moderate snow and ice climbs, ski-mountaineering, and alpine rock climbing |
| 76 | | $170 | Geared towards steep snow, moderate ice, and complex glacier climbs - at a great price |
| 69 | | $100 | A solid all-around mountaineering axe that wont break the bank |
| 69 | | $100 | A surprisingly versatile axe considering its impressively low weight |
| 69 | | $125 | Nearly half the weight of many of its all-mountain counterparts, it has a steel pick and proved surprisingly versatile |
| 67 | | $160 | A unique axe for the right climber, it's ideal for limited glacial travel, with minimal steep snow needing to be negotiated to access climbs |
| 64 | | $80 | A solid general purpose mountaineering axe at a very good price |
| 61 | | $120 | The heaviest model that doesn't feature a real spike; it features a decent price, though others are cheaper and offer higher performance |
| 61 | | $120 | Half the weight of many axes, yet still provides functionality for basic snow climbs, approaches of alpine rock climbs, and ski mountaineering |
| 59 | | $110 | Perfect for snow climbs or basic glacier mountaineering routes, this pleasantly priced model might not be the best for more technical routes |
| 59 | | $80 | Well-designed and solid, the G1 features high quality materials and is friendly on the bank account |
| 54 | | $85 | A solid general mountaineering axe for a great price |
