Earthquake Versa 99cc
#2 in Front tineFull review
For a home vegetable garden that gets tilled every spring: one machine handles both the full width seed bed and weeding between rows, with a long warranty.
Amazon $499.99$499.99
The Earthquake Versa 99cc is the better tiller overall, rated 3.8 to 3.6. The Earthquake Versa 99cc leads on value. The Earthquake Versa 99cc costs $136.20 less ($499.99 vs $636.19).
Earthquake Badger 140cc
#4 in Front tineFull review
For a larger worked garden where a stronger, name brand engine is worth about $140 over the Versa, if you can find one in stock.
Amazon $636.19$636.19
Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Earthquake Versa 99cc for value ($23.81 per inch of tilling width ($499.99, 21 in) vs $30.29 per inch of tilling width ($636.19, 21 in)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every front tine tiller; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Earthquake Versa 99cc | Earthquake Badger 140cc |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 30% | 53 $23.81 per inch of tilling width ($499.99, 21 in) | 28 $30.29 per inch of tilling width ($636.19, 21 in) |
| Width 20% | 62 21 in wide | 62 21 in wide |
| Depth 15% | 100 11 in deep | 100 11 in deep |
| Features 15% | 25 adjustable width | 25 adjustable width |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| Earthquake Versa 99cc | Earthquake Badger 140cc | |
|---|---|---|
| Tilling | ||
| Type | Front tine | Front tine |
| Tilling width | 21 in | 21 in |
| Tilling depth | 11 in | 11 in |
| Tine rotation | Forward | Forward |
| Reverse | No | No |
| Adjustable width | Yes | Yes |
| Engine or motor | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Engine | Viper | Briggs & Stratton |
| Displacement | 99 cc | 140 cc |
| Electric start | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 78 lb | 100 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Released | - | 2021-11-29 |