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 2.6. The Earthquake MC43 leads on depth, value and warranty. The Greenworks 60V 8" Cultivator wins on features. The Earthquake MC43 costs $69.90 less ($279.99 vs $349.89).
Greenworks 60V 8" Cultivator
#14 in CultivatorsFull review
Worth it mainly for owners of Greenworks 60 V tools who want a cultivator on the same battery. Others get more width for less money elsewhere.
Amazon $349.89$349.89
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 depth (8 in deep vs 5 in deep), value ($28 per inch of tilling width ($279.99, 10 in) vs $43.74 per inch of tilling width ($349.89, 8 in)) and warranty (5-year warranty vs 4-year warranty).
- Choose the Greenworks 60V 8" Cultivator for features (adjustable width, folding handle vs adjustable width).
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 | Greenworks 60V 8" Cultivator |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Value 30% | 38 $28 per inch of tilling width ($279.99, 10 in) | 16 $43.74 per inch of tilling width ($349.89, 8 in) |
| Width 20% | 40 10 in wide | 20 8 in wide |
| Depth 15% | 50 8 in deep | 0 5 in deep |
| Features 15% | 25 adjustable width | 50 adjustable width, folding handle |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 75 4-year warranty |
Specifications
| Earthquake MC43 | Greenworks 60V 8" Cultivator | |
|---|---|---|
| Tilling | ||
| Type | Cultivator | Cultivator |
| Tilling width | 10 in | 8 in |
| Tilling depth | 8 in | 5 in |
| Tine rotation | Forward | Forward |
| Reverse | No | No |
| Adjustable width | Yes | Yes |
| Engine or motor | ||
| Power | Gas | Battery |
| Engine | Viper 43cc 2-cycle | - |
| Displacement | 43 cc | - |
| Electric start | No | - |
| Battery | - | 60 V, 4 Ah |
| Build | ||
| Folding handle | - | Yes |
| Weight | 30 lb | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | 4 years |