fertilizer spreaders on the market. The more popular ones are the broadcast, push-behind, and tow behind fertilizer spreaders. These spreaders use mechanical means to evenly spread fertilizer on a lawn- far smoother and more uniform than possible with the human hand alone. This guide covers five of the top rated spreaders available.
The first lawn fertilizer spreader in this list of reviews is the Earthway 2050 Deluxe Broadcast Spreader with large 10 inch dolly wheels. The spreader is designed for residential use. The spreader comes fully assembled so it is ready to use as soon as it is taken out of the box. The spreader features adjustable, non – slip, and foam grip handlebars equipped with control settings. This makes for a more precise application of fertilizer to the yard. The spreader has a 1,900 cubic inch capacity which holds 80 pounds of material. The dimensions of the spreader are 24.5 inches x 20.8 inches x 18.5 inches and weighs 50 pounds. The cost of the Earthway 2050 Deluxe Broadcast Spreader runs close to $60.00.
The Spyker 46 commercial grade walk-behind broadcast spreader has pneumatic tires and a poly hopper. The spreaders one piece frame is powder coated. It comes with an enclosed gear box to protect it from corrosion and rust. It has a capacity for 55 pounds of material. The Spyker 46 runs close to $150.00.
The six series tow behind spreader made by Precision Products is a broadcast spreader and comes with a protective cover. It has a 130 pound capacity for material. This spreader is known for its quick and easy spreading ability as it is towed behind most tractors or other vehicles with a universal hitch and hitching pin. It has a generous, heavy-duty, wrap around 2,927 cubic inch hopper which holds up to 130 pounds of material. Its fingertip cable control is easy to reach when sitting on the tractor which allows for easy adjusting to the 10 to 12 inch spread width. It comes with 15 inch tread turf tires. It is constructed of a one inch powder coated steel tube frame.steel frame is powder coated. The metal gear box is enclosed and covered to protect from moisture and the elements of weather. All of the hardware and the axle are rust protected. It takes about 30 minutes to fully assemble the spreader and costs about a $180.00. There is a 90 day limited warranty.
The Scott’s Accugreen 3000 Deluxe drop lawn fertilizer spreader has a large capacity hopper. The spreader holds more than 10,000 sq. ft. of material. The spreader has a heavy-duty frame and comes fully assembled. It has a 22 inch spread pattern. The spreader measures 17 inches x 31 inches x 47.5 inches and weighs 52.9 pounds. The cost of this Scott’s fertilizer spreader 3000 Deluxe runs close to $50.00.
The Buyer’s ATVS15 broadcast spreader is constructed of black powder coated steel. It is resistant to rust and corrosion. The large capacity hopper is made of a durable polymer resin. This fertilizer spreader is used in landscaping, yard maintenance as well as for seed spreading. Its multi-function controls adjust to specific settings and has an adjustable shut-off. The spreader is ideal for farming purposes with its 15 gallon capacity. The spreader costs around $200.00.
The Spyker commercial grade walk behind broadcast spreader, model number 2170PRO is reasonably priced for all the special features it has. The large capacity hopper made of polymer resin holds up to 55 pounds of material. It also sports Earthways exclusive Ev-N-Spread Pro dual port adjustable shut-off system which allows the user to control the balance of the spread pattern on both the left and right side throwing port. This makes it easy to equal the center out. The gears and gear box are rust resistant. The spreader has a protective cover to help protect from rain and other weather related conditions. It has large pneumatic tires and a one piece welded steel frame. The fertilizer spreader costs around $130.00.
