Best aerators 2022

All lovers of green lawns shining in the sun need an aerator. This device, which looks like a lawn mower, makes punctures in the soil. Due to this, oxygen begins to flow into it and water penetrates better. Accordingly, fertilizers for lawns will be more effective.

Today, in addition to aerators, there are also scarifiers and verticutters on the market. But no matter how they are called, their mechanism of operation is approximately the same: a shaft with blades mows dead wood, moss and debris. And at the same time makes cuts in the soil. The aerator has thicker knives, and the scarifier resembles springs. The former are recommended for lawns that have been growing for several years. The scarifier, on the contrary, is needed for young people. There are 2 in 1 devices with a replaceable shaft. Please note that after the procedure, the lawn may look sloppy, but nature will quickly take its toll and produce a new crop of grass. Healthy Food Near Me talks about the best aerators of 2022.

Top 10 rating according to KP

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1. BOSCH ALR 1100 (from 13 thousand rubles)

The device of a German company opens the rating of the best aerators. It has a powerful 1100W motor and proprietary Jet-Collect lawn thinning system. At the same time, the manufacturer promises that the tool should not clog due to this design. It consists of a roller with steel knives and ventilation channels that will send moss and grass to a special compartment. It has a capacity of 50 liters. The handle can be folded down for more compact storage. Then the device will be in the highest part of only 40 centimeters. If you decide to take one, then take into account the design feature: when turning, you need to tilt it like a baby carriage. Otherwise, the knives will grind the lawn. By the way, the manufacturer has a similar device, the model is called 900. It is one and a half thousand cheaper, and the brand presents it as a scarifier. In fact, this is the same thing only without the regulation of depth. You can look at her too.

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2. Greenworks GDT35 (from 9500 rubles)

A worthy competitor to the leader of our ranking of the best aerators. The characteristics are about the same, but the price in 2022 is more pleasant. The company specializes in the production of innovative garden equipment. Although objectively speaking, they do not produce robots. Just a well thought out classic. In this device, the gear shaft moves at a speed of 3200 revolutions per minute. 20 liter grass catcher. If you do not have an English garden, but an average country lawn, then this will be enough for your eyes. The processing height can be adjusted. To do this, in the area of ​​uXNUMXbuXNUMXbone of the wheels there is a special mechanism. True, for this you will have to remove the plug from it, loosen the fixing screw and put the lamb of both wheels to the required height. That is, when the button is pressed, nothing is done. This slightly conflicts with the claimed innovation. The handle of the device is foldable. In conclusion, we praise the device for working for one hour without recharging. At the same time, you can work from the network.

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3. GARDENA ES 500 (from 10,9 thousand rubles)

Large German manufacturer of garden household appliances. The device looks neat, and the coolest thing is that the long handle folds completely and is at the level of the body. Therefore, in the end, the entire aerator takes up space like some kind of Karcher. Equipped with all basic functions: removal of moss and dead grass and improves soil quality. Hardened stainless steel springs are responsible for working with the ground. In case of wear of individual elements, they can be replaced through equipment suppliers in Our Country. The device has two large wheels with a ribbed profile for comfortable movement around the site. There is a transport position in which the blades are hidden so as not to cling to the ground and the device can be easily rolled to the place of work. What is bad is the lack of a grass catcher. Theoretically, it is – 3500 rubles and you have a part with a capacity of 40 liters. You can install it yourself. It also folds up for easy storage. But paying for it against the background of competitors who make the base compartment seems strange.

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What other aerators are worth paying attention to

4. STIHL RL540 (from 54 thousand rubles)

The brand of professional equipment has a modest range of aerators – only three pieces. Two electric models. They are one and a half to two times cheaper. But we decided to talk about a rare representative of gasoline aerators. Objectively speaking, they are more powerful. But buying this for a small summer cottage does not make sense. But if your house has a large lawn, which is almost the only vegetation on the territory, and you carefully look after it, then for the sake of striving for the ideal, you can look towards this unit. It is equipped with an easy start system, large wheels and sharp blades. The handle reclines and folds as needed. Keep in mind that you can’t vilify this device in your hands – after all, 33 kilos. Only ride. Therefore, immediately think about storage. Another convenient feature is that the processing depth lever is placed on the handle.

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5. Makita UV3200 (from 8000 rubles)

Neat and manoeuvrable lawn care cart. Depth of a puncture of a lawn can be chosen in five provisions. The lever is located near the front wheel. There is a 30 liter grass collector. It is easily removed and shaken out. This will have to be done often, since the fabric does not hold its shape, unlike plastic, and as a result, the effective volume is less. The grass catcher is made of durable fabric. It’s a double-edged sword: it doesn’t add weight to an already average device, and it ensures fast debris removal. But on the other hand, no matter how strong the bag is, over time, sharp branches and stones can break through it. The device itself is positioned as a scarifier. In stores, they sell a separate nozzle for combing and aeration for him. But reviews about it are conflicting. They say that with it, that without it – the result is equally good. There is protection against accidental start. Simply put, it buzzes while pressing the lever. As soon as the fingers were removed, the mechanism bounced back and the device stalled.

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6. AL-KO SF 4036 (from 9500 rubles)

A German brand with an interesting name for the ear. A popular aerator in 2022 due to its quiet engine. Able to work both from the network and from the battery. But here lies a big little trick: you need to buy it separately. By itself, it costs 2000 more than the device itself, plus charging for 3500 rubles. Everything seems to be fair, but there is a sediment. The manufacturer claims that it is convenient to process areas up to 250 “squares” with this device. The roller of the device has 12 durable knives. By default, this is also positioned as a verticutter, and for aeration you need to purchase a separate roller (1300 rubles) and a 50-liter fabric grass collector (2000 rubles). Summarizing, we note that this is a high-quality functional device, but only additional steps will be able to fully reveal it, for which you will have to pay up to 150% of the price of the base device.

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7. PATRIOT SCE 170 (from 9200 rubles)

The roots of the brand are American, but for more than two decades the company has been relying on Our Country and the CIS. This model is the most expensive in their line of electric scarifiers. Although he does a good job with aeration with basic blades. To do this, the kit comes with two nozzles. A dozen sharp knives provide good ventilation of the root system to saturate the soil with moisture. You can adjust the depth of processing through a special valve. What we did not like at first glance was the plastic of the body and wheels. Reminds me of a toy truck. This one scratches over time, and the wheels can even loosen. But we do not undertake to assert anything: the user must also take care of the equipment. A regular 50-liter grass collector is fixed on the body.

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8. STIGA SV 213 E (from 8700 rubles)

Powerful and inexpensive aerator for 2022. Immediately included are nozzles for 16 knives or 36 spring-loaded teeth. The first is designed for loosening, and the second is ideal for aeration. The working depth is adjustable. You can set a negative range so that the knives go over the top and pick up debris and dead blades of grass. Or lower it 4 millimeters down in order to saturate the earth with water and oxygen. In loosening mode, the mechanism extracts dead roots from the soil. This makes it easier for young grass to grow and helps create a perfect and healthy lawn. In addition, the device removes moss from the lawn and helps to reduce fertilizer costs. There is a socket on the handle. In the company’s model range there is also a slightly more expensive device, but with 415 E. It has a more powerful engine, increased working width, more knives and teeth. But the device itself is larger. The choice of the best aerator is up to you.

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9. Viking LE 540 (from 34 thousand rubles)

Top device with a hefty price tag. Pay for reliability and quality. The motor has overload protection. Durable polymer body. Seven double knives are installed in the lower part. Sufficiently wide working area of ​​38 centimeters. The immersion depth can be adjusted in six positions. To do this, there is a special lever on the handle, you don’t have to climb down, you don’t have to remove the wheels. Maximum depth up to 25 mm. There is a built-in device that the network cable is not rewound or pulled. There is a carrying handle on the front. Although for ladies the device is still heavy. But due to it, you can tip the car for unloading. A grass collector is available in stores. It costs around 4,5 thousand rubles. Some elements are made of plastic, others are made of rigid fabric. Holds up to 50 liters. But paying for convenience and an extra couple of kilos or collecting garbage manually after processing is up to you.

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10. Husqvarna S 500 Pro (from 92 thousand rubles)

The most powerful aerator in our ranking of the best. Definitely a professional device. But we talk about it, as it is often bought for lawn care in private homes. Still, urban models are even more expensive by two to three times. And this is such an intermediate link – a relatively acceptable price for personal use plus power. On the shaft are freely rotating inertial impact knives mounted on cast bearings with bearings lubricated under pressure. The frame is welded from steel, unlike the other devices in this article. This, together with the gasoline engine, adds weight. Although the handles fold, you still need a solid place in the barn under it. Dealers have a wide range of accessories available – different knives, a garbage collector and even a seeder. But we warn you: the price for each new option is from 30 thousand rubles.

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How to choose an aerator

We talked about the best models of 2022, and now we pass the floor to the expert. Deputy Chairman of the SNT, gardener with 30 years of experience Maxim Bobylev will talk about the nuances of choosing summer equipment.

Which engine is better

There are two types of engines. First electric. Work from a network in 220 volts. The voltage must be stable and the wiring good. If you have an old house with weak meters, but the purchase is pointless. There are devices with batteries. It is more convenient, but they are more expensive. The battery itself is heavy and takes a long time to charge. Takes an hour to work. Aerators with a gasoline engine on all fronts bypass the “electric colleagues”. But they are heavier and more expensive. But they do not depend on the outlet.

When to apply

I would advise you to go through the aerator after the second or third bevel. If you mow for a long time without an aerator, then an increasingly thick layer of moss and dead wood will begin to cover the soil. It is often not necessary to take out the device. Stop walking in spring and autumn. Maybe again in the middle of the season.

Aerator or scarifier

I advise you to buy devices two in one. This one changes the shaft – the main part on which the blades are located. Over time, you will use the modification of the scarifier as a rake, and the aerator mode directly to saturate the soil. Such devices are not more expensive. For some, you can simply buy a replacement shaft.

Shaft width

It varies from 30 to 40 cm. Smaller dimensions are more common. You can’t say they are worse. Yes, it will take more time to pass the lawn. But narrow devices will be able to get into hard-to-reach places. If your lawn is broken by greenhouses and trees on your site, then it would be better to take a device with a smaller coverage.

An important detail

I advise you to buy models with a grass catcher. Otherwise, the process may be delayed. Imagine that you walked across the lawn, and it is covered in lumps of earth, roots and torn grass. You will have to arm yourself with a rake and rake everything into a heap, and then take it out somewhere. With the grass catcher, all debris will fly into it. It remains only to shake.