Earthquake MC43
#6 in CultivatorsFull review
A strong value gas cultivator with an unusually long warranty, for gardeners who want gas power without paying Mantis prices.
Amazon $279.99$279.99
The Earthquake MC43 is the better tiller overall, rated 3.3 to 3.1. The Earthquake MC43 leads on features. The Earthwise TC70040EW 40V wins on value and width. The Earthwise TC70040EW 40V costs $90 less ($189.99 vs $279.99).
Earthwise TC70040EW 40V
#9 in CultivatorsFull review
A battery cultivator with more claimed depth than its rivals, best bought at the Amazon price.
Amazon $189.99$189.99
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 MC43 for features (adjustable width vs none of the four).
- Choose the Earthwise TC70040EW 40V for value ($17.27 per inch of tilling width ($189.99, 11 in) vs $28 per inch of tilling width ($279.99, 10 in)) and width (11 in wide vs 10 in wide).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every cultivators tiller; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Earthquake MC43 | Earthwise TC70040EW 40V |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 38 $28 per inch of tilling width ($279.99, 10 in) | 62 $17.27 per inch of tilling width ($189.99, 11 in) |
| Width 20% | 40 10 in wide | 50 11 in wide |
| Depth 15% | 50 8 in deep | 50 8 in deep |
| Features 15% | 25 adjustable width | 0 none of the four |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Earthquake MC43 | Earthwise TC70040EW 40V | |
|---|---|---|
| Tilling | ||
| Type | Cultivator | Cultivator |
| Tilling width | 10 in | 11 in |
| Tilling depth | 8 in | 8 in |
| Tine rotation | Forward | Forward |
| Reverse | No | No |
| Adjustable width | Yes | No |
| Engine or motor | ||
| Power | Gas | Battery |
| Engine | Viper 43cc 2-cycle | - |
| Displacement | 43 cc | - |
| Electric start | No | - |
| Battery | - | 40 V, 4 Ah |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 30 lb | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | - |