A mid-size push spreader for homeowners who want edge control and an enclosed gearbox without paying commercial prices.
Amazon $190.99The EarthWay 2050P 80 lb Broadcast Spreader is the better broadcast spreader overall, rated 2.9 to 2.4. The EarthWay 2050P 80 lb Broadcast Spreader leads on value and hopper. The Brinly P20-500BHDF-A 50 lb Push Spreader wins on build and tires. The EarthWay 2050P 80 lb Broadcast Spreader costs $58.01 less ($190.99 vs $249).
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A sturdy 50 lb push spreader for half-acre lots, with a deflector in the box. It costs more per pound than larger spreaders.
Amazon $249Which should you buy?
- Choose the EarthWay 2050P 80 lb Broadcast Spreader for value ($2.39 per lb of hopper ($190.99, 80 lb) vs $4.98 per lb of hopper ($249, 50 lb)) and hopper (80 lb hopper vs 50 lb hopper).
- Choose the Brinly P20-500BHDF-A 50 lb Push Spreader for build (enclosed gearbox, edge control, stainless parts vs enclosed gearbox, edge control) and tires (12 in pneumatic tires vs 10 in pneumatic tires).
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 | EarthWay 2050P 80 lb Broadcast Spreader | Brinly P20-500BHDF-A 50 lb Push Spreader |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.9/5 | 2.4/5 |
| Value 25% | 46 $2.39 per lb of hopper ($190.99, 80 lb) | 0 $4.98 per lb of hopper ($249, 50 lb) |
| Hopper 25% | 43 80 lb hopper | 14 50 lb hopper |
| Spread width 10% | 50 spread width not published (neutral score used) | 50 spread width not published (neutral score used) |
| Tires 10% | 50 10 in pneumatic tires | 70 12 in pneumatic tires |
| Build 20% | 45 enclosed gearbox, edge control | 55 enclosed gearbox, edge control, stainless parts |
| Warranty 10% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| EarthWay 2050P 80 lb Broadcast Spreader | Brinly P20-500BHDF-A 50 lb Push Spreader | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Type | Push (walk-behind) | Push (walk-behind) |
| Hopper capacity | 80 lb | 50 lb |
| Build | ||
| Tires | 10 in pneumatic | 12 in pneumatic |
| Enclosed gearbox | Yes | Yes |
| Stainless parts | - | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Edge control | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 year | - |
