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 is the better broadcast spreader overall, rated 3.2 to 2.7. The Precision Products TBS4000 75 lb Tow leads on value. The EarthWay 2050TP 80 lb Tow Spreader wins on build. The Precision Products TBS4000 75 lb Tow costs $126.17 less ($78.82 vs $204.99).
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A tow spreader for landscaped properties where edge control matters more than hopper size.
Amazon $204.99Which should you buy?
- Choose the Precision Products TBS4000 75 lb Tow for value ($1.05 per lb of hopper ($78.82, 75 lb) vs $2.56 per lb of hopper ($204.99, 80 lb)).
- Choose the EarthWay 2050TP 80 lb Tow Spreader for build (edge control vs cover included).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every tow-behind spreaders broadcast spreader; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Precision Products TBS4000 75 lb Tow | EarthWay 2050TP 80 lb Tow Spreader |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 25% | 97 $1.05 per lb of hopper ($78.82, 75 lb) | 42 $2.56 per lb of hopper ($204.99, 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 | 20 edge control |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Precision Products TBS4000 75 lb Tow | EarthWay 2050TP 80 lb Tow Spreader | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Type | Tow-behind | Tow-behind |
| Hopper capacity | 75 lb | 80 lb |
| Spread width | 10 ft | - |
| Build | ||
| Tires | 10 in pneumatic | 10 in pneumatic |
| Features | ||
| Edge control | - | Yes |
| Cover included | Yes | - |
| Control from the seat | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | - | 1 year |
