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
The Earthwise TC70040EW 40V and the Sun Joe 24V-X2-TLR14 are evenly matched, rated 3.1 and 3.0. The Earthwise TC70040EW 40V leads on depth. The Sun Joe 24V-X2-TLR14 wins on width. The Earthwise TC70040EW 40V costs $60 less ($189.99 vs $249.99).
Sun Joe 24V-X2-TLR14
#10 in CultivatorsFull review
A wide, cordless Sun Joe for gardens out of reach of an outlet. Owners of other Sun Joe 24 V tools get the most from it, since spare batteries stretch the short runtime.
Amazon $249.99$249.99
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 Earthwise TC70040EW 40V for depth (8 in deep vs 7 in deep).
- Choose the Sun Joe 24V-X2-TLR14 for width (14 in wide vs 11 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 | Earthwise TC70040EW 40V | Sun Joe 24V-X2-TLR14 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 62 $17.27 per inch of tilling width ($189.99, 11 in) | 60 $17.86 per inch of tilling width ($249.99, 14 in) |
| Width 20% | 50 11 in wide | 80 14 in wide |
| Depth 15% | 50 8 in deep | 33 7 in deep |
| Features 15% | 0 none of the four | 0 none of the four |
| Warranty 20% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Earthwise TC70040EW 40V | Sun Joe 24V-X2-TLR14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tilling | ||
| Type | Cultivator | Cultivator |
| Tilling width | 11 in | 14 in |
| Tilling depth | 8 in | 7 in |
| Tine rotation | Forward | Forward |
| Reverse | No | No |
| Adjustable width | No | No |
| Engine or motor | ||
| Power | Battery | Battery |
| Battery | 40 V, 4 Ah | 48 V, 4 Ah |
| Build | ||
| Weight | - | 26.7 lb |
| Warranty | - | 2 years |