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 3.3. The Chapin 89303C TurfPro 100 lb Spreader leads on value and build. The Chapin 8400C SureSpread 100 lb Spreader wins on tires. The Chapin 89303C TurfPro 100 lb Spreader costs $165.35 less ($289.99 vs $455.34).
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Chapin 8400C SureSpread 100 lb Spreader
A made-in-USA professional turf spreader with a stainless frame, for owners and pros who want it to last for years. Its price is hard to justify for a small lawn.
Amazon $455.34$455.34
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Chapin 89303C TurfPro 100 lb Spreader for value ($2.90 per lb of hopper ($289.99, 100 lb) vs $4.55 per lb of hopper ($455.34, 100 lb)) and build (enclosed gearbox, metal gears, edge control, stainless parts vs enclosed gearbox, stainless parts, cover included, grate included).
- Choose the Chapin 8400C SureSpread 100 lb Spreader for tires (14 in pneumatic tires vs 12 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 | Chapin 89303C TurfPro 100 lb Spreader | Chapin 8400C SureSpread 100 lb Spreader |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 25% | 34 $2.90 per lb of hopper ($289.99, 100 lb) | 6 $4.55 per lb of hopper ($455.34, 100 lb) |
| Hopper 25% | 57 100 lb hopper | 57 100 lb hopper |
| Spread width 10% | 50 spread width not published (neutral score used) | 50 spread width not published (neutral score used) |
| Tires 10% | 70 12 in pneumatic tires | 90 14 in pneumatic tires |
| Build 20% | 75 enclosed gearbox, metal gears, edge control, stainless parts | 55 enclosed gearbox, stainless parts, cover included, grate included |
| Warranty 10% | 100 5-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| Chapin 89303C TurfPro 100 lb Spreader | Chapin 8400C SureSpread 100 lb Spreader | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Type | Push (walk-behind) | Push (walk-behind) |
| Hopper capacity | 100 lb | 100 lb |
| Coverage per fill (not scored) | 22,000 sq ft | - |
| Build | ||
| Tires | 12 in pneumatic | 14 in pneumatic |
| Enclosed gearbox | Yes | Yes |
| Gears | Metal | - |
| Stainless parts | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Edge control | Yes | No |
| Cover included | - | Yes |
| Grate included | - | Yes |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |