Sun Joe TJ605E
#4 in CultivatorsFull review
For corded tiller buyers who want the most motor Sun Joe makes in a light package. If the soil is already loose, the cheaper TJ604E tills just as wide.
Amazon $179.99$179.99
The Sun Joe TJ605E is the better tiller overall, rated 3.6 to 3.0. The Sun Joe TJ605E leads on value, features and width. The Sun Joe TJ605E costs $70 less ($179.99 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 Sun Joe TJ605E for value ($11.46 per inch of tilling width ($179.99, 15.7 in) vs $17.86 per inch of tilling width ($249.99, 14 in)), features (folding handle vs none of the four) and width (15.7 in wide vs 14 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 | Sun Joe TJ605E | Sun Joe 24V-X2-TLR14 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 82 $11.46 per inch of tilling width ($179.99, 15.7 in) | 60 $17.86 per inch of tilling width ($249.99, 14 in) |
| Width 20% | 97 15.7 in wide | 80 14 in wide |
| Depth 15% | 45 7.7 in deep | 33 7 in deep |
| Features 15% | 25 folding handle | 0 none of the four |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Sun Joe TJ605E | Sun Joe 24V-X2-TLR14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tilling | ||
| Type | Cultivator | Cultivator |
| Tilling width | 15.7 in | 14 in |
| Tilling depth | 7.7 in | 7 in |
| Tine rotation | Forward | Forward |
| Reverse | No | No |
| Adjustable width | No | No |
| Engine or motor | ||
| Power | Corded electric | Battery |
| Motor current | 15 A | - |
| Battery | - | 48 V, 4 Ah |
| Build | ||
| Folding handle | Yes | - |
| Weight | 23.9 lb | 26.7 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |