Rating of the best rakes in 2022

The era of agriculture began at the dawn of the primitive system. Cultivation and cultivation of useful plants has become a method of cooperation with nature in the name of satisfying their needs. Horticulture in Russia takes on a national scale and every year opens up new perspectives.

A rake is a versatile tool, the use of which is mentioned in the 3rd millennium BC. South America and Asia Minor are the progenitors of a whole group of varieties of agricultural tools. What kind of rake have become today?

Types of rake

In 2022, new tools for garden owners have taken a strong position along with the proven rake.

• Wooden

The rake is characterized by long, sharp teeth and, as in ancient times, serves to break up clods and level the surface to be treated. The tool has a wide comb, light weight and can not be replaced when cleaning dry grass, hay.

• plastic

The view is an analogue of a wooden rake and is designed for light work and low loads.

• metal

1. straight-toothed steel rakes are necessary for loosening the earth, with a moderate width;
2. all-metal, with deployed teeth in parallel to the handle - for hard ground and breaking large clods after digging;
3. with long curved teeth and a wide comb - for collecting debris and grass after weeding.

The comb is additionally reinforced with steel braces welded to the metal base.

The tool simplifies the process of tillage.

• Narrow

A rake equipped with a narrow comb is necessary for hard-to-reach places, mainly for removing debris, branches, leaves and stones from the corners of the site or from narrow areas between buildings. The material for the combs is mainly metal. The width of the comb does not exceed 20 cm. The tool is indispensable for the owner of a country house.

• Milling

A feature of the species is the teeth located on both sides of the comb. A rake can perform two functions:

as an aerator using the side of the sickle-shaped teeth;

for breaking clods of earth, garbage, stones, branches, the side of frequent teeth is used.

• lawn

The wide, fine-tooth comb up to 60 cm picks up grass clippings universally. To limit the collected grass and prevent it from spilling, arcs fixed at the base are adapted.

• Aerators

A special tool with sharp crescent-shaped teeth that cannot be sharpened. Material for manufacturing - hardened steel, galvanized. The rake is characterized by high strength and special quality of tillage. In the process of work, furrows are formed, 2-3 cm wide, which, breaking the integrity of the turf, give access to air, nutrients and water to the roots.

• fan

A relatively recent invention for collecting fallen leaves, small forbs, lawn improvement. The material for the manufacture is plastic or steel. A distinctive feature of the tool is long, elastic teeth. The tool is also designed to maintain cleanliness in the area.

• Miniature rakes

The tool is used for cultivating the land near berry and small bush plants, as well as for loosening the soil in the early stages of vegetable growth.

• Grabki

The device is attached to the spit and serves as an assistant in the collection of grain.

• Molded spinal rake

In forestry, the best have proven themselves:

1. S-shaped spinal;
2. cross-spine rakes.

• Tedder rake

The tool refers to a technical device for swathing and tedding grass. The technique is represented by numerous model ranges and subspecies. Popular designs are four-wheel, five- and six-, multi-wheel modifications.

The main characteristics of the rakes-tedders are:

• processing speed of a given area;
• tedding width;
• raking width;
• the weight;
• finger diameter and material of its manufacture;
• the ability to interact with motoblocks of a certain power.

How to choose the right rake

cutting

For work with the ground, the length of the rake with the handle is measured by the distance from the ground to the armpits of the worker. If you have to clean up garbage, branches, stones, grass, then the length of the entire height of a person is used. Comfortable coverage of the handle, its lightness and smoothness are important. A special advantage is the presence of rubber inserts to prevent slipping of the palms. The D-shaped handle provides a secure grip. The curved handle shape is a know-how in rake ergonomics.

The material for the manufacture of the cuttings can serve as:

• plastic;
• aluminum;
• wood.

Multifunctionality

It is necessary to compile a list of upcoming work for the tool, then try to combine some of the views to limit the requirements for parameters. A variant with a set of nozzles and one handle is possible.

Width

The working crossbar has the following parameters for various jobs:

• lawn treatment - from 50 to 70 cm;
• hard-to-reach places, limited areas - from 10 to 20 cm;
• standard breakdown of clods, collection of waste of vegetable and organic origin - from 30 to 50 cm.

Material

The working part can be made of the following materials:

• plastic - for collecting dry grass and small debris;
• painted iron - for dry work;
• steel with anti-corrosion treatment - for work on the ground and with wet grass;
• hardened aluminum - a guarantee of low weight, for a wide range of applications.

Which company is better to give preference to - the consumer decides, the conditions dictate the list of requirements for the tool and the features of the suburban area.

Mistakes when choosing a rake

The absence of restrictive arches and the rare location of the teeth on the working part will complicate the combing of the lawn. The collected foliage will crumble and slip between the teeth, which will significantly increase the time for ennobling the territory.

Long and twisted teeth when harvesting dry grass and hay will interfere with raking and turning over the grass mass. Only the wooden tines and the light weight of the rake will make this work efficient.

Plastic and propylene rakes are not recommended for use on hard ground and for breaking large clods, in which case an all-metal tool with teeth parallel to the handle is required.

Top best rakes

GARDENA 3104-20

Fan-type tool for collecting foliage and ennobling lawns.

options	characteristics
design	fan
cutting	-
teeth, material	plastic
teeth, quantity, pieces	21
working part, width, cm	35-52
width, adjustment	+
Weight, kg	0.42

• adjustable working part;
• light weight.

• cutting is missing.

PALISAD 61702

Optimum quantity, with flat tooth design ensures high efficiency.

options	characteristics
design	fan
cutting	-
teeth, material	metal
teeth, quantity, pieces	22
working part, width, cm	32-47
width, adjustment	+
Weight, kg	0.46

• protection of teeth against corrosion by galvanizing;
• regulation of the tuleyka is provided;
• material for the manufacture of the working part - spring steel;
• long service life;
• adjustable coverage area with latest innovation sector plate;
• the flat shape of the teeth ensures maximum pick-up from the flat.

• missing.

Fiskars Solid 1014811

Convenient pin-type rake from a Finnish manufacturer.

options	characteristics
design	straight
cutting	wood
teeth, material	metal
teeth, quantity, pieces	12
working part, width, cm	30.5
width, adjustment	-
Weight, kg	0.9

• wooden handle with an elongated design for wide coverage of surfaces;
• corrosion protection on hardened high-grade steel of the working part;
• Improved tine shape for efficient grass collection.

• lack of reinforcement of the working part.

RACO Maxi 4230-53809

Rake with an improved design of the working part.

options	characteristics
design	straight
cutting	-
working part, width, cm	35
teeth, material	metal
teeth, quantity, pieces	22

• quick clamping mechanism;
• curved teeth.

• indefinite period of use.

ZUBR 4-39583-14

Garden rake of straight type, with a wide working part.

options	characteristics
design	straight
cutting	+
cutting, material	wood
teeth, material	metal
teeth, quantity, pieces	14

• a straight tooth allows aeration of the turf;
• extra class hardened steel guarantees high efficiency and long service life;
• anti-fungal coating of the handle with careful polishing.

• limited depth of worked furrow.

GARDENA 3179-20

The straight rake fits all GARDENA combisystem handles and is guaranteed for 25 years.

options	characteristics
design	straight
cutting	-
working part, width, cm	41
teeth, material	metal
teeth, quantity, pieces	16

• high-quality steel as a material of manufacture;
• Duroplast coating for anti-corrosion protection.

• impossibility of fastening to wooden cuttings.

ZUBR 39585-12

Shank rake with twisted teeth of lightweight design.

options	characteristics
design	twisted
cutting	+
cutting, material	metal
working part, width, cm	38
teeth, material	metal
teeth, quantity, pieces	12

• high-carbon steel as a manufacturing material with anti-corrosion coating;
• handle material - high-strength aluminum;
• the ratio of strength and low weight of the holder;
• plastic handle to contain hand slip.

• few teeth.

TRUPER 19881

Fan rake with an increased area of ​​detention of the collected material.

options	characteristics
design	fan
cutting	+
cutting, material	metal
working part, width, cm	66
teeth, material	plastic
teeth, quantity, pieces	26

• production material - polypropylene;
• a large number of teeth.

• no handle length adjuster.

ROSTOK 39600-12_z01

A rake with twisted teeth and an optimal size is indispensable when turning over the collected material.

options	characteristics
design	twisted
cutting	-
Weight, kg	0.44
working part, width, cm	31.2
teeth, material	metal
teeth, quantity, pieces	12

• production material - high-quality steel;
• the twisted form of teeth provides deepening in the processed surface and efficiency of use;
• high quality materials;
• the possibility of varying the length of the cuttings;
• comfortable ergonomics;
• long service life.

• not effective enough to break large clods.

RACO Maxi 4230-53839

Straight type rake with teeth on both sides of the working surface.

options	characteristics
design	straight
cutting	-
working part, width, cm	35
teeth, material	metal
teeth, quantity, pieces	22

• bilateral arrangement of teeth;
• equipped with a quick clamping mechanism.

• missing.

GARDENA Comfort 8958-20

Small rake for flower work on loosening and cleaning turf.

options	characteristics
design	straight
cutting	+
cutting, material	plastic
working part, width, cm	8.5
teeth, material	metal
teeth, quantity, pieces	5

• limiter on the handle to contain slipping;
• replaceable combisystem handle, with the possibility of cultivating the land at a small angle of inclination;
• production material - high-quality steel with duroplast coating;
• warranty period up to 25 years.

• not used with wood handle.

BRIGADIER 87014

Twisted-type garden rake in a lightweight version.

options	characteristics
design	twisted
cutting	+
cutting, material	Birch
overall length, cm	115
Weight, kg	0.7
teeth, material	metal
teeth, quantity, pieces	12

• multifunctionality;
• wooden handle;
• high reliability in operation;
• production material - high quality steel St.5PS, has an enamel color coating.

• there is no additional strengthening of the working part.

Green Apple GTLR12-018

Telescopic fan rake with the selection of the optimal length for comfortable use.

options	characteristics
design	fan
cutting	+
cutting, material	plastic
Weight, kg	0.47
teeth, material	metal

• high efficiency of use;
• long service life;
• light weight.

• Insufficient warranty period - 1 year.

Sibrtech 61760

Twisted type rake is a classic with a wide range of uses.

options	characteristics
design	twisted
cutting	+
cutting, material	wood
total length, cm	130
working part, width, cm	34
teeth, quantity, pieces	14
Weight, kg	1.02
teeth, material	metal

• production material - stainless steel;
• Twisted tine design for penetration and aeration.

• short warranty period - 1 year.

GARDENA XXL vario 3107-20

Fan-type rakes with an increased width of the working part and a large area of ​​​​capture of the cultivated area.

options	characteristics
design	fan
teeth, material	plastic
cutting	-
working part, width, cm	77
Weight, kg	1.02
teeth, material	metal

• folding design;
• replaceable handles with screw fastening of high reliability, protection against rocking of components;
• the possibility of attaching a wooden handle;
• Integral aluminum tube construction for increased strength;
• production material - high quality plastic;
• long warranty period.

• not detected.

Rake-tedder GVV-6 wheel-finger

Tow hitch for operation with many traction means. They are aggregated with tractors and walk-behind tractors of Russian and foreign manufacturers. Tedders have gained popularity among models for suburban farms.

options	characteristics
design	fan
impellers, quantity, pieces	8
speed, km/h	15-20
capture, working width, m	6
productivity, ha/h	7.2
weight, kg	450

• accessibility and ease of use;
• management by one person;
• the possibility of drying a large amount of mowed grass in a short period of time;
• excellent drying quality, with low losses.

• the need for traction transport.

Hay, beds, fallen leaves, cut branches, debris, stones, weeded grass - a vast field of activity for raking. The tool is efficient and easy to use with the teeth down. It is easy to be hard-working and wise: the main thing is not to step on the same rake.