A low-cost tow spreader for small lawns and riding-mower owners who want to stay seated.
Amazon $78.82The Precision Products TBS4000 75 lb Tow rates 3.2 among tow-behind spreaders broadcast spreaders; the Chapin 89000A TurfPro 80 lb Spreader rates 3.2 among push spreaders ones. The Precision Products TBS4000 75 lb Tow costs $74.18 less ($78.82 vs $153).
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A well-priced 80 lb push spreader for lawns up to about 18,000 sq ft. The side baffle helps along beds and drives.
Amazon $153Scores side by side
These two sit in different type classes (tow-behind spreaders and push spreaders), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Precision Products TBS4000 75 lb Tow | Chapin 89000A TurfPro 80 lb Spreader |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 25% | 97 $1.05 per lb of hopper ($78.82, 75 lb) | 60 $1.91 per lb of hopper ($153, 80 lb) |
| Hopper 25% | 39 75 lb hopper | 43 80 lb hopper |
| Spread width 10% | 67 up to 10 ft spread | 50 spread width not published (neutral score used) |
| Tires 10% | 50 10 in pneumatic tires | 50 10 in pneumatic tires |
| Build 20% | 10 cover included | 45 enclosed gearbox, edge control |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Precision Products TBS4000 75 lb Tow | Chapin 89000A TurfPro 80 lb Spreader | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Type | Tow-behind | Push (walk-behind) |
| Hopper capacity | 75 lb | 80 lb |
| Coverage per fill (not scored) | - | 18,000 sq ft |
| Spread width | 10 ft | - |
| Build | ||
| Tires | 10 in pneumatic | 10 in pneumatic |
| Enclosed gearbox | - | Yes |
| Gears | - | Plastic |
| Features | ||
| Edge control | - | Yes |
| Cover included | Yes | - |
| Control from the seat | Yes | - |
| Warranty | - | 2 years |