A scarifier has tough steel tines that can penetrate into the ground. This removes both the moss from the surface and the layer of thatch that builds up under the grass. Is a scarifier the same as an aerator? Both rakes really are comparable when it comes to collection efficiency. Both collect the raked debris very well and its hard to see if one is better than the other. Also, they both compact the debris very well and you’ll be surprised just how much can be squashed into the collection box before the need to empty. Since this scarifier has four cutting depths, you can easily change the cutting depth based on your preferences to get perfect results. Plus, it has a 32 cm cutting width that makes it easier for you to work on your lawn at a faster rate. There are variations of scarifiers on the market, you could opt for a simple garden rake or a manual scarifier with wheels if you want to do it by hand. Though many gardens are quite big and it can be a tough job by hand, so we recommend using an electric scarifier for small to medium gardens and a petrol scarifier for larger gardens.

The cutting width affects the performance of a scarifier. Lawn scarifiers with a wide cutting width are quite effective in clearing moss and thatch in a short period of time. Cutting Depth To give you some guidance on which type of customer would suit this model best, below I’ve got a list of the categories they would fall under: Oversized gardens with dense foliage can create an unruly mess. Not only does the yard look messy and untidy, but it also attracts pests, insects, and animals. Overgrown moss, lichen, and rot can cause severe health issues and can even cause accidents due to slipping or falling. To keep your lawn and garden manicured, you should invest in a few tools. One of these is a Lawn Scarifier. Needless to say, cordless scarifiers are quite flexible and can help you work on various parts of your lawn to get superb results. However, once assembly was out of the way and I had a good look at the machine, I was instantly impressed. It comes with five height settings, from -12mm to +10mm (most other scarifiers have just three or four), and there’s a single lever to adjust the height. You can adjust the height of the handles too or fold them away to easily store the machine. Being a 2-in-1 model, this product comes with two interchangeable rollers; one for scarification and one for aeration.This scarifier is designed to keep your lawn clean and tidy, and it comes with a 30-litre collection box that is effective at collecting thatch and moss debris. The 30-litre collection box also makes it easier for you to finish tasks faster because it saves you from the trouble of emptying the box after a short span of time. The AL-KO 38 P is a petrol-powered lawn scarifier that is quite effective in getting rid of weed plants, thatch, and moss from large lawns in large gardens. It might be the best lawn scarifier from AL-KO. From its colours to its design, this is very clearly a Bosch product. Yes, it’s made from plastic, but it still feels strong and durable. With a width of 32 cm and four different height settings (+10mm to -5mm), its design gives it great versatility. The scarifying attachment has 24 spring tines that swiftly removes unwanted weeds, moss, and thatches that can starve the soil of crucial nutrients including air and sunlight. Next comes its aerator, which is built with 14 hardened steel blades to perforate soil bed and provide extensive care to your lawn. It improves the circulation of air and water to the grassroots so that they can develop in the best possible shape and colour. The machine collects all the waste in its 45 litres’ storage box.

The purpose of a lawn rake is to free your lawn from moss, weeds, thatch and leaves, and I can honestly say that once you have used an electric lawn rake you will wonder how you ever managed without one.While petrol lawns can help you get rid of moss and thatch on large lawns, they have to be maintained on a regular basis to work effectively. For instance, you have to refill the tank regularly to get perfect results from the best petrol lawn scarifier and aerator. Using this manual scarifier is fairly hard work as you’re digging the tines down into the bound-up thatch in the grass, and sometimes you may be digging down into the soil. For this reason, we suggest you only use this on small lawns, or slightly larger ones if you want to do some muscle work. The ALR 900 Electric Lawn Raker is a Bosch scarifier designed specifically to rake lawns. It uses a reel of sprung tines to lift the moss and other debris without damaging the turf. The 50cm collection box features a ‘Jet-Collect System’ which uses inlets on the reel of tines to boost airflow for enhanced collection. It comes with 4 working heights and so can also be used to collect autumn leaves, de-thatching, and keep your lawn tidy.