Look for tools with padded handles, ergonomic grips, shock absorption technology, or other features that make them comfortable in your hands for long periods. We love the options on this list, not only for their performance but also because they feel comfortable and fatigue-free while gardening. It's important to find tools that combine effective performance, high-quality materials, and comfortability.
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Everything on this list, from trowels to weeding tools , is made from aluminum, steel, or high-quality plastic to withstand direct sunlight and other weather conditions. They should also be able to withstand drops and impact. Aluminum and steel will resist rust over time and feel heavier and higher quality in your hands, while plastic is more lightweight and easy to maneuver, but may be less weather-resistant.
We've researched and tested dozens of gardening tools in our lab and our own backyard gardens , evaluating effectiveness, ease of use, and overall value . While all gardening tools serve a different purpose, we found that the material and comfort of the tool were most important in our purchasing decision.
Whether you're an experienced horticulturist or a beginner gardener, the right gardening tools make tending to your garden more enjoyable.
Best Pruners
Felco F-2 One-Hand Pruning Shear
PHOTO: Amazon
$74
What We Like
Replaceable blades
Sap groove
Lifetime warranty
What We Don't Like
Designed for larger hands
Don't let the price tag on the Felco F-2 Classic Manual Hand Pruners scare you away. While they were certainly a large upfront investment, these hand pruners are backed by a lifetime warranty and last just about as long. During testing, we found these pruners ideal for cutting through branches and shrubbery up to an inch thick in diameter in a backyard garden. We also found the sap groove an amazing feature to prevent the blades from sticking.
The Felco F-2 has hardened steel blades, a forged aluminum handle, and an adjustable alignment. The rubberized handle has shock-absorbing pads to keep gardeners comfortable. We did find that the F-2 pruners are designed for larger hands, but other Felco models are available for smaller hands, like the F-6. Users with joint problems may appreciate the rotating and ergonomic handles of the F-7 and F-8 pruners. They also sell a left-handed version for leftie gardeners, so there's a pruner option that's comfortable and effective for everyone.
Dimensions: 9.25 x 4 x 1 inches | Primary Use: Trimming branches | Material: Aluminum
The Spruce / Sarah Vanbuskirk
Best Garden Knife
Nisaku Hori-Hori Tomita Weeding Knife
PHOTO: Amazon
$29
What We Like
Two edge styles
Depth markers
Leather sheath
What We Don't Like
Uncomfortable handle
Though there are cheaper garden knives on the market, the Nisaku Japanese Hori Hori Digging Tool is worth the slight splurge because of its durable, 7 1/4-inch stainless steel blade that slices through the soil with ease. We found the Hori Hori extraordinarily effective at uprooting even the toughest weeds, thanks to its sharp edge that easily cuts through roots.
The blade's straight and serrated edge makes it useful for light planting, dividing flowers, and transferring small plants. The depth markings on the blade also make it an effective planting tool when it's time to plant spring and summer bulbs.
While overall we were impressed with this knife and understand why it's priced higher than other options on the market, we were disappointed by its handle. It's essentially square, making gripping it uncomfortable for long periods and precarious if you're working in especially stubborn or rocky soil. However, this tool is a worthy investment if you prefer to use a tool for weeding rather than pulling them up with your hands.
Dimensions: 13 x 2.8 x 1.5 inches | Primary Use: Removing weeds | Material: Stainless steel and wood
The Spruce / Sarah Vanbuskirk
Best Trowel
Wilcox 14-Inch Digging Trowel
PHOTO: Amazon
What We Like
Pointed edge
Depth markings
Lifetime warranty
What We Don't Like
Dirt gets stuck in the handle
The Wilcox All-Pro Heavy-Duty Digging Trowel impressed us with its soil-slicing ability and long blade. While its design could be less than exciting to some, we think the lack of metal seams or brackets makes it less likely to rust or wear in the long run. Although we tested the 14-inch version, the manufacturer also offers trowels ranging in size from 9 up to 18 inches long. The design is backed by a lifetime warranty, which helps justify the surprising initial cost.
Beyond being durable, this trowel is very effective and can even be used in place of a soil knife while retaining its skill at more digging-intensive jobs. We also really enjoyed the depth markings located on the edge of the blade, which can be a useful feature for planting bulbs and seedlings.
We noticed that dirt can become lodged in the handle of this trowel since the blade does not fill the entire circumference of the handle. While not a total hindrance to its performance, we recommend clearing out this nook with a dry cloth or paper towel rather than rinsing the blade to prevent extensive exposure to water. All in all, we found this trowel comfortable to grip and appreciated its length, which enhances its overall digging capability compared to shorter trowels.
Dimensions: 14 x 3 x 0.2 inches | Primary Use: Planting | Material: Stainless steel
The Spruce / Sarah Vanbuskirk
Best Shovel
Bully Tools 14-Gauge Round Point Shovel
PHOTO: Amazon
$66
What We Like
Extended handle
Reinforced handle
Lifetime warranty
What We Don't Like
May not be best for rocky soil
On top of being a durable and long-handled shovel, the Bully Tools 14-Gauge Round Point Shovel is great for various gardening and lawn-care needs. We have not had the opportunity to test this shovel, but we appreciate that the handle is reinforced with fiberglass, making it stronger than wooden and plastic options.
The steel blade is more rounded than other options, which might not make it best for piercing through incredibly rocky soil, but its extended ferrule (the shaft that connects the handle and the blade) offers additional durability for especially difficult tasks.
Dimensions: 60 x 9.5 x 1.5 inches | Primary Use: Digging | Material: Steel and fiberglass
Best Rain Gauge
Stratus Precision Rain Gauge
PHOTO: Amazon
$51
What We Like
Detachable funnel
Easy to read
Easy to install
What We Don't Like
May crack if dropped or hit
Must be installed on a post
The Stratus RG202 Long-Term Professional Rain Gauge is built to standards specified by the US Weather Bureau and is a reliable instrument for both home and professional use. Made from weather-resistant polycarbonate (plastic), it can withstand cold and heat and won't rust like other metal models.
This gauge has a 1-inch inner measuring tube and an overflow cylinder that allows the collection of up to 11 inches of rain. You can also remove the collection funnel and tube to measure snow, hail, or sleet. It comes with a bracket that allows easy attachment and removal on a post, but we wish there were an alternative in-ground installation option.
We also wonder whether the plastic would crack if dropped on pavement or hit with a hard object, but this is just speculation as we have not had the opportunity to test it. Despite a few hesitancies, we think this rain gauge is a great, easy-to-read option for avid gardeners who want to monitor their plants' needs closely.
Dimensions: 14.6 x 5 x 4.9 inches | Primary Use: Measuring rain | Material: UV-resistant plastic
Best Gardening Gloves
Firm Grip General Purpose Gloves
PHOTO: The Home Depot
What We Like
Comfortable fabric
Padded palm grips
Adjustable wrist strap
What We Don't Like
Different sizes listed separately online
Thumb sizing is awkward
We found the Firm Grip General Purpose Gloves surprisingly comfortable while tending to a garden during our half-hour testing period. These gloves are not only durable but also thoughtfully designed with terry cloth thumbs to easily wipe a damp forehead. Plus, the fingertips are touchscreen-compatible, so you can easily answer your without pulling off your glove. The synthetic leather, which is more stretchy compared to traditional leather, makes these gardening gloves great for holding shovels or trowels for longer periods without developing blisters.
The thumbs, pointer fingers, and palms also have extra padding to make gripping garden tools even more comfortable. An adjustable wrist strap also ensures these gloves stay snug on your hands. The thumb on this pair of gloves was about an inch too long when we were testing them, but this awkward sizing didn't impact our mobility too much. These gloves are available in larger sizes, but all of the sizes are listed separately on some retailers' websites.
If you're looking for men's-sized gloves, we recommend checking out the Firm Grip General Purpose Gloves in Large. Overall, we think these gloves are a great option for gardening enthusiasts who are looking for maximum dexterity and appropriate protection.
Dimensions: Not listed | Primary Use: Protecting hands | Material: Synthetic leather and mesh
The Spruce / Eric Brockob
Best Garden Hose
Zero-G Ultra Flexible Durable Garden Hose
PHOTO: Amazon
What We Like
Crush-proof couplings
Inner tube and durable outer jacket
Easy to maneuver when empty and full
What We Don't Like
Only rated for use above 35 degrees Fahrenheit
Although not initially a front-runner, the Zero-G Lightweight Ultra Flexible Garden Hose won us over with its easy-to-maneuver design and crush-proof couplings. No need to worry about accidentally rolling over this garden hose with a car since the couplings are crush-proof up to 900 pounds. This hose connected very easily to a spigot, and we found it easy to maneuver both when empty and full of water.
We were really impressed by the actual hose design, which includes an inner tube and a durable outer jacket that resists snags from thorny bushes and rocky terrain. While this hose is only rated for use above 35 degrees, we still think it's a great option to leave out year-round in milder climates, or you could pack it away if you experience colder temps during the winter. Plus, with extended long-term use, we've found that this watering tool still lives up to its initial lightweight and durable ratings.
Dimensions: 100 feet in length, 5/8-inch diameter | Primary Use: Watering | Material: Not listed
PHOTO: The Spruce / Dera Burreson
PHOTO: The Spruce / Dera Burreson
Best Hose Nozzle
Dramm Revolution Spray Gun
PHOTO: Amazon
What We Like
One-touch thumb throttle
Durable design
Easy to switch among nine sprays
What We Don't Like
Colored paint may chip over time
The Dramm Revolution 9-Pattern Spray Gun is a powerful nozzle that easily rinsed mud off our target Adirondack chair during lab testing. Unlike other nozzles with a squeeze throttle that must be continuously depressed, this nozzle has a one-touch thumb throttle. We found this not only much more comfortable to use, compared to other designs but it was also easy to operate and adjust the water pressure to what we needed. It's also available in six colorful options that make it easy to identify among flowering garden beds.
The nine different spray settings were also easy to switch among, and they were all well-labeled. Despite being thrown down a flight of stairs during our durability test, this nozzle showed no scratches and was still in perfect working condition. Overall, with a lifetime guarantee, you can't go wrong considering this nozzle for your garden needs.
Dimensions: 7 x 4 x 2.25 inches | Primary Use: Watering plants | Material: Metal
PHOTO: The Spruce / Rachel Marek
PHOTO: The Spruce / Dera Burreson
Best Watering Wand
The Relaxed Gardener Watering Wand
PHOTO: Amazon
What We Like
Thumb throttle
Padded handle
Eight spray patterns
What We Don't Like
Scuffs when dropped
No free-rotation adapter
The Relaxed Gardener Watering Wand stood out to us during testing, thanks to its eight-pattern spray and comfortable thumb throttle, which make watering high-hanging baskets less of a hassle. We were surprised by the impressive distance this wand had on its high setting, with a spray out to 27 feet. While maneuvering with this wand wasn't particularly challenging, we think the addition of a free-rotation adapter would make weaving between flower beds and around furniture even easier.
The padded handle also felt comfortable to grip during our testing period. This wand scratched when dropped on the pavement, but that is a common failure of plastic watering wands and nozzles. Overall, the drop did not impact the wand's functions. While this may not be the longest watering wand at just under 16 inches long, we think it is still ideal for urban gardens and smaller backyard gardens with hanging planters.
Dimensions: Not listed | Primary Use: Watering plants | Material: Aluminum and plastic
PHOTO: The Spruce / Dera Burreson
PHOTO: The Spruce / Dera Burreson
PHOTO: The Spruce / Dera Burreson
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Best Hose Reel
Gorilla Mobile Hose Reel
PHOTO: Amazon
$150
What We Like
Includes spigot for easy winding
Rubber grips on handle and crank
Stable, wide base
What We Don't Like
Non-adjustable handle
Screws require extra effort during assembly
If you're looking for a hose reel that can not only store your hose but also transport it around your yard and garden, we recommend Gorilla Aluminum Zero Rust Premium Mobile Hose Reel. We tested the 200-foot capacity reel and found it to be one of the most stable options of the 26 models tested. The shorter legs with wide padded grips make it easy to kick up and roll to a new location, and the molded wheels easily roll over any terrain.
While we had to put in some extra effort while adding the screws during assembly, we didn't find the process overly difficult. We will note that while using this hose reel, we found the handle height quite comfortable, but a taller user may have to stoop down to pull this reel behind them, which may be a drawback for some.
However, winding the hose around this reel was a breeze, thanks to the attached spigot and a loop on the side that guided the hose. With a rust-resistant frame and overall impressively durable materials, we think this reel is a great option for any size garden.
Dimensions: 18.9 x 23.8 x 16.7 inches | Primary Use: Storing hose | Material: Aluminum and rubber
PHOTO: The Spruce / Rachel Marek
PHOTO: The Spruce / Dera Burreson
Best Kneeling Pad
Red Home Club Thick Kneeling Pad
PHOTO: Amazon
$26
What We Like
Thick and oversized
Ergonomic carrying handle
Textured to avoid slipping
What We Don't Like
Thin sides
A kneeling pad is an affordable tool to make long days in the garden more comfortable. During testing, we loved that you couldn't feel the ground when using this pad, thanks to the thick foam. It's thick and large, so there's plenty of room for one or both knees. It's available in two sizes to accommodate any garden and body.
There's also an ergonomic handle that molds to your hand for easy transporting to and from your backyard. Plus, it weighs less than a pound. This kneeling pad has a textured side so you don't slide around your garden. But we're a bit worried about the thin sides becoming damaged over time. Still, for $25, this kneeling pad is essential for feeling comfortable after hours in the garden.
Dimensions: 18 x 11 x 1.5, 24 x 14 x1.5 inches | Primary Use: Gardening | Material: Foam
The Spruce / Eric Brockob
Late summer may mark the start of autumn planting and leaf season, but lawn and garden chores are year-round. No matter the task, using the right garden tools will make chores easier and take less time. And isn't that the goal with any job?
We've compiled a list of the best gardening tools and yard tools to make your never-ending list of tasks less of a pain, whether you're a beginner experimenting with new landscaping tools or a seasoned gardener looking for the perfect replacement shovel.
Credit: Reviewed / Betsey Goldwasser
The Hooyman Digging Shovel is the best garden shovel you can buy right now.
Best Shovel
A quality shovel, as with a sturdy garden hoe, is one of the best gardening tools to invest in, and one of the most basic. The best garden shovel that we've tested, the Hooyman Digging Shovel features a heavy-duty carbon steel head and no-slip grips for each hand. The slightly serrated blade cuts through everything from hard ground to roots. The lightweight fiberglass shaft is durable but light enough for long stretches of use.
Not all jobs require a full-sized shovel, however. If you want to dig small holes planting seeds, consider a hand trowel, such as the Fiskars Ergo Trowel.
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Lightweight
Padded area for second hand
None that we could find
Credit: Reviewed / Sarah Kovac
The Flexzilla Garden Hose is the best garden hose you can buy.
Best Garden Hose
The Flexzilla hose, our favorite garden hose, is a crucial garden tool to keep in the shed. It's light and flexible without sacrificing durability or performance. Both ends of the Flexzilla have comfort grips that allow the hose to twist freely, making it easy to maneuver around the yard.
The Flexzilla's titular flexibility did lead to a couple of kinks as we pulled the hose taut, but it un-kinked itself after a moment, so it wasn't an issue during testing. The flexible nature of this hose also made it a breeze to coil and carry from one place to another. It can't touch the portability of an expandable hose, but it was the easiest to move, coiled or expanded, of the standard hoses we tested.
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Lightweight and flexible
Male and female ends have comfort grips
None that we could find
Credit: Reviewed / Betsey Goldwasser
The Dramm One-Touch Shower & Stream is the best hose nozzle we've tested.
Best Hose Nozzle
The Dramm One-Touch Shower and Stream is simple, elegant, effective, and high-quality. As the name suggests, the dial's only two options are shower and stream. The fx5low is controlled by an easy-to-adjust rear thumb throttle. Between those two settings, the best hose nozzle we've tested can perform most garden and yard tasks besides misting.
The only drawback to this otherwise-perfect spray is that its watering radius on 'shower' is small compared to other models, making it less useful for big yards. Still, it's a gardening tool that will make watering far more controlled.
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Doesn't dribble or drip
Powerful jet
Easy to adjust
No mist option
Small spray radius
No extra gaskets
Credit: Reviewed / Betsey Goldwasser
While slightly more expensive than others we tested, Felco pruning shears more than proved their worth every penny.
Best Pruning Shears
Our testing of the Felco 2 pruning shears backs up the brand's reputation for making quality gardening tools. Our pick as best pruning shears, these excellent garden tools have hardened steel blades that cut cleanly through every plant you're likely to encounter in your garden, from delicate flower stems to half-inch diameter branches. That versatility is a huge advantage with gardening hand tools. You can cut down the last year's growth on your yew hedge, trim your roses, give them a quick clean, and then snip a few basil leaves to pretty up your plate of spaghetti.
Although the manufacturer says the F-2s have a one-inch cutting capacity, in practice, that 'capacity' depends on your hand strength. If you're a weekend gardener who doesn't spend a lot of time working with yard tools, you might not be able to cut through a one-inch branch even though the shears can open wide enough.
When cutting softer plant materials like raspberry canes, the action can feel a little sticky, as though the mechanism is getting slightly stuck. The cuts are still clean. The lock is easy to close with your thumb but can be hard to reopen one-handed.
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Versatile
Durable
Replacement parts available
Expensive
Credit: Reviewed / Betsey Goldwasser
Most Durable Gardening Gloves
No home's chest of gardening tools would be complete without a pair of sturdy gloves. StoneBreaker Gardener Gloves are excellent all-around gloves for most light to medium-duty gardening and yard work. The available sizes'small, medium, and large'roughly correspond to glove sizes 7-9.
At about $20 a pair, the StoneBreaker Gloves aren't cheap, but they're ruggedly durable. They're a great all-purpose pair for anyone who wants just one set of gloves. Made of goatskin and fabric, they're sensitive enough for weeding, but sturdy enough for grabbing thorny stems and rough-edged bricks. They'll also keep blisters at bay during long pruning sessions.
The slim profile of the fingertip seams keeps them from interfering with fine-detail work. The light color and breathable fabric backing help them stay cool on hot, sunny days, and the palms are water-resistant.
There are a few downsides: the backs of these gloves aren't water-resistant, they're on the pricey side, and they must be washed by hand. The cuff is long, but the elastic isn't particularly tight, so some dirt may fall in.
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Long-lasting through light and medium-duty work
Water-resistant palms
Breathable goatskin/fabric material
Require hand-washing
Not water resistant
Loose elastic cuff
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The Ego Power+ LMSP is the best electric lawn mower we've tested.
Best Lawn Mower
Psst. There's a new class of motorized garden tools on the block: the electric mower.
Say goodbye to the familiar and annoying noise that goes with mowing the lawn. You'll love the quiet of the Ego Power+, the best lawn mower that we've ever tested. No longer will you need to feel bad about waking neighbors if you're mowing early on Saturdays.
This 21-inch electric mower is easy to start'just press the power button, pull the green handle, and the blades begin to spin. The mower's 56-volt lithium-ion battery lasts 60 minutes and charges in 50 minutes.
This lawn mower's self-propulsion was powerful enough to go up hills during testing, and the motor produces enough torque that the Power+ can compete with gas-powered mowers. It also features twin blades, which makes mulching more efficient.
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Environmentally friendly
Powerful
Comfortable handling
Pricey
Battery limits operation time
Credit: Reviewed / Sam Gardner
Bring a racecar to yard chore day'with an autopilot mode you can trust.
Best Robot Lawn Mower
The Mammotion's Luba 2 packs many high-tech features into an effective racecar-shaped robot system. The best robot mower you can buy, it wirelessly communicates with its charging station and follows customizable protocols from the app, which can be adjusted in granular detail.
The Luba 2's app allows you to tweak the robot's schedules, and employ some of its more advanced skills like its first-person view camera, which ports you right into the lens of the robot. It will also help you set precise borders to mow zones and mow in patterns
Those who are excited about customization options and innovative smart features could find the many technological marvels of this robot lawn mower more than worth it. If you're concerned about letting a robot navigate between the ivy beds and detail the flower beds by the steps, this is the one in which to put your trust.
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Sturdy build
Consistent cut
Plenty of features
None we could find
Credit: Reviewed / Jackson Ruckar
The Worx WG520 Turbine 600 is the best leaf blower we've tested.
Best Leaf Blower
This tornado of a leaf blower claims it can move 600 cubic feet of air per minute. Based on our testing, that's easy to believe. Our favorite leaf blower, the Worx WG520 was unmatched in clearing leaves off any surface from a distance, including wet, matted leaves that had glued themselves to the pavement.
To avoid blowing all your potted plants off the porch, the Worx WG520 has a speed dial to adjust its air blasts from its hurricane-pounding maximum to normal leaf-blower levels. For about $60, this is an effective, powerful machine. It's light enough to carry easily at 7.2 pounds, and aesthetically, it looks less like a radioactive 'Fortnite' gun than any other blower we tested.
The Worx's one downfall is that it's loud for a corded pick, generating up to 82 dB at its highest speed. The noise is higher-pitched than landscapers' gasoline-powered blowers and less annoying at a distance. Still, this garden tool calls for ear protection.
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Powerful
Easy to carry
Loud
Credit: Reviewed / Jackson Ruckar
If you're looking for the power of a gas string trimmer without the fumes, racket, and weight, then the Kobalt 80-volt is the one for you.
Best String Trimmer
String trimmers are motorized gardening tools that greatly help with manicuring your yard. The Kobalt 80-volt string trimmer packs the power of a gas-powered weed wacker without all the noise. During testing, it easily handled grass, vines, small saplings, and even bamboo.
Weighing a little more than 11 pounds, this electric string trimmer is maneuverable and well-balanced. That being said, it's large. If you need a weed wacker for tighter spaces, you might want to go for a smaller string trimmer.
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Powerful
Well balanced
Versatile
Large
Credit: Reviewed / Betsey Goldwasser
The 65-gallon Redmon compost bin was our top choice.
Best Compost Bin
If you've ever thought about composting, this trapezoid-shaped outdoor bin is the best compost bin we've tested. Indoor bins have a temperature advantage that can help your composting, but if you want a traditional option (or just don't want compost inside your home), the Redmon composter is a great choice to add to your garden tools.
The bin's opening is wide enough to shovel in leaves or leftover garden plants easily. The sides have plenty of holes for ventilation, but they aren't fully open. They let in air and moisture and cut down on the smell, but they keep animals out.
During testing, we did run into an issue with mice digging under the side of the bin to get to food scraps. However, we addressed it by pushing the 'teeth' of the bin further into the ground and placing large rocks around the edge to keep them out.
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Easy to fill
Easy to empty
Large capacity
Needs flat ground
Credit: Reviewed / Jackson Ruckar
The True Temper wheelbarrow is the best we've tested.
Best Wheelbarrow
The True Temper wheelbarrow is useful anytime you want to carry something heavy, bulky, or awkward through your yard. Our favorite wheelbarrow, it can travel over most yard obstacles and steps, and it holds more than 3 cubic feet of mulch flat (or up to 6 cubic feet mounded) in the spacious tray.
Its best feature is how easy this wheelbarrow is to control. Even when fully loaded with bricks, the True Temper never felt like it was falling or 'running away' downhill. The single flat-free rubber tire is sturdy but soft enough that it easily rolls over rough ground, rocks, and branches. The single-wheel construction allows it to pivot around a 1-foot diameter turn.
On the other hand, this wheelbarrow is large and weighs almost 46 pounds. It can be stored standing on its nose end, but it still takes up a lot of space.
If you are still concerned about tipping, garden carts might be better yard tools for your needs. You'll still be able to transport plants, tools, and yard debris, but the extra wheels add stability.
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Sturdy
Comfortable handles
Smooth rolling
Heavy
Paint can scratch
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A smart sprinkler can add a whole new dimension to your lawn maintenance.
Best Smart Sprinkler
While they're not traditional gardening tools like wheelbarrows and shovels, modern smart sprinklers enhance your garden and save water. The second-generation Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller currently tops our list of the best smart sprinklers for its abundant, easy-to-use options and straightforward installation.
The model we tested offers control over eight zones (sometimes called "stations"), though there's an additional model that supports up to twice that. Smart home junkies will appreciate the integrations with Nest, Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Samsung SmartThings, and Apple HomeKit. There's even a host of IFTTT recipes available to customize your sprinkler even further.
The Rachio 3 isn't the most affordable smart irrigation controller, but it does offer the most features while still being easy enough for anyone to use. Serious gardening hobbyists will like the Rachio 3 for its fine-tuned smart scheduling and robust automation abilities.
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Easy installation process
Smart home integration
Impressive list of features
Nothing we could find
Credit: Reviewed / Jackson Ruckar
The Truper Tru handled our toughest raking jobs.
Garden tools include many tools for different jobs. A beginner gardener might only need a shovel, gardening gloves, and a set of pruning shears. The seasoned gardener might expand their tool chest to include more traditional tools, as well as new water-saving gear like smart sprinkler systems and electric power tools like a string trimmer.
Because garden tools come in so many shapes and forms, all of the tools we highlighted on this list were evaluated with attention given to the specifics of that type of tool. This means that while we tested the best wheelbarrows for stability and maneuverability, our tests for leaf blowers focused on an entirely different set of qualities, like the ability to blow loose leaves out from under bushes, and how long each battery-powered leaf blower blows before running out of juice. This was true for each category of garden tools.
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