Chapin 89303C TurfPro 100 lb Spreader
A contractor-grade 100 lb push spreader with metal gears and a five-year warranty. It suits owners who spread often and want it to last.
Amazon $289.99$289.99
The Chapin 89303C TurfPro 100 lb Spreader is the better broadcast spreader overall, rated 3.6 to 3.1. The Chapin 89303C TurfPro 100 lb Spreader leads on warranty, hopper and tires. The Agri-Fab 45-0388 85 lb Push Spreader wins on value. The Agri-Fab 45-0388 85 lb Push Spreader costs $160 less ($129.99 vs $289.99).
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Agri-Fab 45-0388 85 lb Push Spreader
A low-cost 85 lb push spreader for quarter-acre lawns. It is the value pick for homeowners who spread a few times a year.
Amazon $129.99$129.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Chapin 89303C TurfPro 100 lb Spreader for warranty (5-year warranty vs 3-year warranty), hopper (100 lb hopper vs 85 lb hopper) and tires (12 in pneumatic tires vs 10 in pneumatic tires).
- Choose the Agri-Fab 45-0388 85 lb Push Spreader for value ($1.53 per lb of hopper ($129.99, 85 lb) vs $2.90 per lb of hopper ($289.99, 100 lb)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every push spreaders broadcast spreader; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Chapin 89303C TurfPro 100 lb Spreader | Agri-Fab 45-0388 85 lb Push Spreader |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 25% | 34 $2.90 per lb of hopper ($289.99, 100 lb) | 74 $1.53 per lb of hopper ($129.99, 85 lb) |
| Hopper 25% | 57 100 lb hopper | 47 85 lb hopper |
| Spread width 10% | 50 spread width not published (neutral score used) | 67 up to 10 ft spread |
| Tires 10% | 70 12 in pneumatic tires | 50 10 in pneumatic tires |
| Build 20% | 75 enclosed gearbox, metal gears, edge control, stainless parts | 0 build details not published, scored as none |
| Warranty 10% | 100 5-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Chapin 89303C TurfPro 100 lb Spreader | Agri-Fab 45-0388 85 lb Push Spreader | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Type | Push (walk-behind) | Push (walk-behind) |
| Hopper capacity | 100 lb | 85 lb |
| Coverage per fill (not scored) | 22,000 sq ft | 14,000 sq ft |
| Spread width | - | 10 ft |
| Build | ||
| Tires | 12 in pneumatic | 10 in pneumatic |
| Enclosed gearbox | Yes | - |
| Gears | Metal | - |
| Stainless parts | Yes | - |
| Weight | - | 20 lb |
| Features | ||
| Edge control | Yes | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |