16-Inch 15.5 Amp 2-in-1 Electric Dethatcher and Scarifier with 14.5-Gallon Removable Thatch Collection Bag, Lawn Dethatcher with 5-Position Depth Adjustment, Quick-Fold, Keeps Lawn Healthy

While I've only used this once it performed very well, certainly meeting my expectations. I've dethatched lawns using gas machines and by hand. This is now my preferred method. A 1-day rental for a gas unit costs around $80 in this area plus tax & fees. Then there's the effort of picking it up and dropping it off. 2 rentals would pay for this machine. The upside to a gas unit is you're not tethered to a cord. While a cord is a little annoying it’s not a big issue. Gas units are certainly more powerful but not typically needed for most residential lawns. Doing it by hand is a LOT of hard work, so…Finding assembly instructions was the only downside, but I was able to find an online video from a previous customer that helped. Basically, start with the large U-shaped bar and attach to the base where the 2 long pre-attached bolts protrude. You’ll have to stretch it a little to get on the 2nd side but it’s not hard. Then add a small round black disk with the 2 parallel lines on the bar side. Finish with the green lockdown piece, screwing it in to the point where pushing it close to the bar locks it in place. Then add the 2 individual middle bar sections. Both ends are the same so orientation doesn’t matter. Push a bolt from the inside to the outside followed with the small round black disk and green lockdown. Then attach the handle section. There are 2 small round black pieces with an open side that are used to secure the wire in 2 different places to the bars. There’s another handle like piece with 2 screws that appear to be used to wall hang the unit that can be attached to the base – though that’s just a guess as I didn’t attach it. When I first opened the box, I thought it was missing 2 bolts. I saw 6 green lockdown pieces and mistakenly assumed there needed to be 6 bolts. Fortunately, the other bolts are already pre-attached to the base.While it might take a day, unlike many other similar type companies, this company absolutely does respond to emails. That to me is a big plus when you have questions or need replacement parts. For anyone who hasn’t used a dethatcher before, you might be concerned with what looks like a lot of live grass being lifted. This is normal and would occur even if you were to hand rake. This dethatcher however pulls up quite a bit more dead grass and thatch. We had a hard winter this year which caused lots of dead matted grass on top. So along with removing ground thatch this machine was easily able to rake through all of that and more will better allow for new grass growth. The unit is light weight and in my opinion, preferable to a heaver metal machine. Though a metal machine may be sturdier and not be a prone to cracking t some point in the future, it’s lots easier to maneuver and store. I looked at several other electric units. This unit was 15 amps as opposed to 12 and 16 inches wide as opposed to 12 or 14. The little extra costs is well worth it for power when needed and longevity of the electric motor. Though I had extension cords, at their recommendation I did end up buying a 100’ 12-gauge extension cord which cost me another $50, but it something I can use for many other projects.

I recently purchased this 2-in-1 Electric Dethatcher and Scarifier and have been really impressed with its performance. My lawn had developed a thick layer of thatch and was starting to look patchy and dull. After just one pass with this machine, I noticed a huge difference.-Versatile Functionality – The ability to switch between dethatching and scarifying modes is super convenient. It’s like getting two tools in one, saving both storage space and money.-Effective Performance – The motor is surprisingly powerful for an electric model. It pulls up a ton of thatch and does a great job loosening compact soil to promote healthy grass growth.-Easy to Use – Lightweight and easy to maneuver, even around corners and garden beds. Adjusting the depth settings was simple and made a noticeable impact depending on the condition of the lawn.-Eco-Friendly – Since it’s electric, there’s no mess, fumes, or hassle with gas or oil. Just plug it in and go.-Quiet Operation – Compared to gas-powered models, this electric dethatcher is surprisingly quiet. You can do your lawn work without disturbing the neighbors, making it a great option for residential areas.-Adjustable Depth Settings – The depth settings allow you to customize the machine to your lawn's needs. Whether you're just removing light thatch or going deeper to break up soil compaction, you can easily adjust it for the right results.-Lightweight and Easy to Store – It’s much lighter than some of the gas-powered alternatives, which makes it less tiring to use, and it doesn't take up much storage space when not in use.-Good Build Quality – The materials feel sturdy, and I’ve been impressed with how well the machine holds up after multiple uses. The handle is ergonomic, making it comfortable for extended use.-Affordable – For the price, you’re getting both a dethatcher and a scarifier. It’s an excellent value compared to renting heavy-duty equipment or buying separate machines.

OVERALL - Solid working product that doesn't quit. I have a large lawn, and pretty much powered through it.PROS- Little assembly required. Comes with a wall hanging bracket but instructions dont say how to use it (not difficult)- Quiet operation, appreciate little detail like cable hanger brace on left side- Easy to swap 2 attachments- Decent looking and easy to clean- Easy to change settings to different depths- Really good looking - love the color.- Not heavy - actually quite lightweight for its purpose- Wider than others (still too narrow for my lawn but thats my problem)CONS- Collection bag doesn't work and just GARBAGE - doesn't collect barely anything. Had to pretend I didnt have one and just collect everything after. very disappointed - was this even tested. Bag "fills up" 25% then nothing else goes in. Bad design.- Instructions not great but at least English is proper.- Some parts came in box loose - wasn't sure if I was missing something.