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 $129.99The Agri-Fab 45-0388 85 lb Push Spreader is the better broadcast spreader overall, rated 3.1 to 2.4. The Scotts Turf Builder EdgeGuard DLX costs $22.99 less ($107 vs $129.99).
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A light, ready-to-go push spreader for small and medium lawns fed with Scotts products. Buyers with rough ground or big lots will want air tires and a bigger hopper.
Amazon $107Scores 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 | Agri-Fab 45-0388 85 lb Push Spreader | Scotts Turf Builder EdgeGuard DLX |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 2.4/5 |
| Value 25% | 74 $1.53 per lb of hopper ($129.99, 85 lb) | 50 hopper capacity not published (neutral score used) |
| Hopper 25% | 47 85 lb hopper | 0 hopper capacity in pounds not published, scored as zero |
| Spread width 10% | 67 up to 10 ft spread | 50 spread width not published (neutral score used) |
| Tires 10% | 50 10 in pneumatic tires | 35 solid or plastic tires, size not published |
| Build 20% | 0 build details not published, scored as none | 20 edge control |
| Warranty 10% | 50 3-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Agri-Fab 45-0388 85 lb Push Spreader | Scotts Turf Builder EdgeGuard DLX | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Type | Push (walk-behind) | Push (walk-behind) |
| Hopper capacity | 85 lb | - |
| Coverage per fill (not scored) | 14,000 sq ft | 15,000 sq ft |
| Spread width | 10 ft | - |
| Build | ||
| Tires | 10 in pneumatic | Solid |
| Weight | 20 lb | - |
| Features | ||
| Edge control | - | Yes |
| Warranty | 3 years | - |
