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MANUAL PLUG AERATOR MANUAL

We like the Yard Butler Lawn Coring Aerator because it is both lightweight and durable.

If you have a small yard, a handheld aerator is a great affordable option-this type of tool is generally much easier to store and can get into tight places where a tow-behind aerator cannot go.

MANUAL PLUG AERATOR MANUAL

However, we think if you already have the right equipment to attach it to, and have a larger yard with the right soil, this aerator will make quick work of getting your lawn into shape, with little effort.Īeration Method: Rolling tow-behind | Type: Plug | Spike Length: 3 inches | Width: 40 inches | Power Source: Manual | Dimensions: 37 x 51 x 28 inches | Weight Capacity: 150 pounds | Plug Size: 16 gauge

Keep in mind that this aerator is more expensive than other options on this list, and if you do have a small yard, a manual option may be a better choice. We also appreciate the easy-to-use transport lever that allows you to disengage the plugs quickly when you want to avoid sidewalks or sprinkler components. Since it is a plug aerator, it is perfect for clay soils and has "no-flat" tires to handle different terrain without issues.Īlthough you do need to add the weight yourself, we appreciate that the weight tray holds up to 150 pounds of concrete blocks to ensure adequate soil depth. We also think this is an excellent option for bigger yards-the 40-inch width and 24 3-inch plugs help cover large areas quickly. We love that it has a universal hitch that can attach to any lawn tractor, UTV, or ATV, so you don't have to manually move it around your yard. The Brinly-Hardy Tow Behind Plug Aerator wins the top spot on this list for its durable, all-steel construction and ease of use.

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Most manual drum aerators are spike lawn tools, but some are plug aerators. To use, push a drum aerator like the Agri-Fab Push Spike Aerator ($64, Amazon) across your lawn, making at least two complete circuits in different directions.

Manual drum aerators-sometimes called lawn spikers-are spike- or blade-covered heavy drums with long handles.

If you have a smaller yard with tiny patches of grass, consider investing in an aerator with a foot bar for extra leverage, like the Yard Butler Lawn Coring Aerator ($42, Amazon). Using a handheld aerator is simple but tiring: Stab the spikes deeply into the grass, pull out, and repeat, taking care to cover the entire lawn. Most are spike aerators, but some are designed to remove plugs.

Handheld aerators come in various configurations, but most resemble a pitchfork.

If you're looking for one of the least expensive and most popular aerator tools, consider getting lawn aerator shoes with sturdy metal buckles like Punchau shoes ($30, Amazon). Just strap them on over your regular shoes and walk across your grass, making multiple passes in different directions to penetrate the turf thoroughly. Aerator shoes have sharp spikes on the bottom.