A low cost corded tiller with a full 16 in path for budget buyers with an outlet near the garden.
Amazon $116.99The LawnMaster TE1216M is the better tiller overall, rated 3.8 to 3.6. The LawnMaster TE1216M leads on value and depth. The LawnMaster TE1216M costs $44.83 less ($116.99 vs $161.82).
A corded 16 in tiller that matches the Sun Joe TJ604E on width, depth and motor, for buyers who find it cheaper.
Amazon $161.82Prices 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 LawnMaster TE1216M for value ($7.31 per inch of tilling width ($116.99, 16 in) vs $10.11 per inch of tilling width ($161.82, 16 in)) and depth (9 in deep vs 8 in deep).
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 | LawnMaster TE1216M | Earthwise TC70016EW |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $7.31 per inch of tilling width ($116.99, 16 in) | 88 $10.11 per inch of tilling width ($161.82, 16 in) |
| Width 20% | 100 16 in wide | 100 16 in wide |
| Depth 15% | 67 9 in deep | 50 8 in deep |
| Features 15% | 0 none of the four | 0 none of the four |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| LawnMaster TE1216M | Earthwise TC70016EW | |
|---|---|---|
| Tilling | ||
| Type | Cultivator | Cultivator |
| Tilling width | 16 in | 16 in |
| Tilling depth | 9 in | 8 in |
| Tine rotation | Forward | Forward |
| Reverse | No | No |
| Adjustable width | No | No |
| Engine or motor | ||
| Power | Corded electric | Corded electric |
| Motor current | 12 A | 13.5 A |
| Build | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
