Scarifiers are used to remove moss and thatch from your lawn. Scarifying is generally carried out in the spring and autumn time. However, some types of scarifiers have a more gentle cartridge that allows you to scarifier almost all year round.
We have a wide range of petrol and electric and hand scarifiers on our website aimed for the home user and professional.
We have a wide range of scarifiers available for your garden, from towable models to petrol and smaller electric scarifiers. We have some towable models which are around the £120 mark, which are ideal if you have a lawn tractor or something similar. Then we have the basic domestic electric model, which is £127.
We do also have a range of cordless scarifiers; just make sure that the battery has enough power requirement for your needs. Battery power has come a long way in the last few years. In the commercial market, there are some excellent battery products available; however, there is a price to pay. I have seen domestic lawnmowers that are battery-operated and they can barely cut a postage-stamp lawn on one charge! In fact, it will probably take three charges to cut your lawn, you should be on your guard when purchasing battery equipment to make sure it is up to the job.
I also admit that I’m not very keen on having a trailing lead as they just really can be rather an obstacle and be an extra torment. However, at least with an electric machine, providing you have a power socket, you can get the job completed, even if you have the cable to contend with.
Let’s Have A Look At A Few Of The Models Available
We have the Cobra SA32E electric scarifier available for £109.99. Moving up the scale, we have a Hyundai 1500 W electric lawn scarifier, priced at £119. The good thing is with Hyundai equipment is that they have a three-year warranty for domestic use. I would recommend these Hyundai machines for commercial work, even though they do give a one year warranty for commercial use. They’re more designed for domestic use. They certainly offer value for money.
The next model is a Stiga SV 213 electric scarifier and aerator priced at £155. It’s quite a small product; however, I’ve always liked Stiga products. The next model is a Cobra S40 C 16 inch petrol powered scarifier, priced at £347.99. 16-inch scarifier is a reasonable width, scarifying is not something you do every week, it’s just a few times a year.
The Cobra also comes with a collector, which is useful. Just a note about the collectors. It’s a great feature; however, when you scarify your lawn, it’s amazing how much thatch and moss comes from it. Sometimes it’s easier to leave the thatch and moss on top of the lawn and to rake it up manually. The other alternative is if you have a ride on tractor mower or a large rotary mower which can collect the moss and thatch. Even if you rake up the thatch by hand, it’s not heavy, so it can quickly be removed.
The next model is a Hyundai HYSC 210 petrol lawn scarifier and aerator, which comes with comes with 600 mL of oil. The price of this machine is £369; it comes with a collector. Once again, it has the Hyundai three-year warranty for domestic users.
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Billy Goat 20-Inch Lawn Scarifier
Now we are going right up the other end of the scale. We have the Billy Goat PR5 50 H 20-inch lawn scarifier, which is powered by a Honda engine. The cost of the Billy Goat scarifier is £1991, including VAT.
If you have any questions about our wide range of scarifiers, I am here to help. You can leave a question or comment in the YouTube comments area. As you can see, there are a lot more models available. Once again, just take care if you’re buying a battery model as often; batteries do not last as long as the manufacturers say.
Today we are looking at the Feider FST200 PRO 2-in-1 petrol lawn scarifier which is currently on special offer. The price of the Feider FST200 PRO 2-in-1 petrol lawn scarifier is currently £469.95 including VAT. The current price offers a saving of £80.
A few weeks ago, we looked at the slightly cheaper Fieder FST212 petrol lawn scarifier. Today we are looking at more of a pro-type version of a similar machine.
The Fieder petrol scarifier is one of the most powerful homeowner scarifiers on the market today. A scarifier is a great way to remove moss and thatch build-up which enables your lawn to breathe again.
With a high-powered four-stroke overhead-valve engine, the Feider FST200 PRO 2-in-1 petrol lawn scarifier has plenty of power. And with a two-year warranty and good reviews, the Fieder scarifier is definitely worth a look.
One of the most powerful homeowner scarifiers on the market today.
A scarifier helps to create a perfect lawn.
Powerful four-stroke petrol engine.
Ball-bearing mounted wheels for long life.
Adjustable working depth.
Collector included.
Generous 40 cm working width.
Fold-down handles for storage and transport.
Excellent reviews.
Two-year warranty.
Feider FST200 PRO 2-in-1 petrol lawn scarifier
A scarifier is a great tool to own if you want your lawn to look good all year round. Unfortunately, many of us fail to ever scarify our lawns. What always amazes me is the amount of material that comes out of a lawn after it has been scarified.
I must admit that in my experience lawns vary a lot. Some of them are more prone to moss and thatch than other lawns. However, in my view, the process is well worth the effort if you want to have a good lawn. Owning a scarifier means that you can choose the best conditions to scarify your lawn.
Petrol Engine
The Feider FST200 PRO 2-in-1 petrol lawn scarifier certainly has plenty of power. The 212cc four-stroke air-cooled overhead valve engine develops 5 hp. This sort of power is normally found on commercial type scarifiers. The engine has a traditional recoil start system.
Height Adjustment
With an eight-stage adjustable working depth, the Feider FST200 PRO 2-in-1 petrol lawn scarifier has plenty of flexibility. Every lawn varies slightly, so it is important to have plenty of adjustments to match the conditions of the lawn. Adjustments to the height are made by a handlebar-mounted lever.
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Collector
I am surprised that Fieder does not make the scarifier with a larger collector. The fabric collector is only 40 L which to my mind is not really large enough. It’s surprising how much moss and thatch comes out of the lawn when it is scarified. In many cases, it can be easier to rake up the moss and thatch, fortunately, moss and thatch are very lightweight. The other option is to collect with a large rotary mower on a high setting or lawn tractor. The latter is my preferred method, however, I appreciate that this is not possible for everyone.
Push Machine
At 34 kg, the Feider FST200 PRO 2-in-1 petrol lawn scarifier is reasonably lightweight to push. I must admit I would prefer a self-propelled model, however, in my experience it does seem that the majority of scarifiers are push models. The four wheels are all mounted on ball bearings which helps to make freewheeling easier.
To Conclude
If you like to see your lawn looking good, then owning a scarifier is a step in the right direction. Fieder is a French company that produces various budget machines for the garden. They continually appear to receive great reviews and offer a two-year warranty for peace of mind.
As I mentioned earlier in the post, there is a cheaper non-pro model available that is also worth a look. Once again, this machine also has good reviews.
If you are looking for a budget scarifier for your lawn, Fieder gives value for money. The two-year warranty is also another good plus point and of course the reviews.
Today we are going to be looking at the Feider FST212 petrol lawn scarifier, which is currently on special offer. The petrol lawn scarifier is currently available for just £329.95 including VAT. This offers a massive saving of £170.
If you’re looking to have a healthy lawn for the summer, a scarifier is a great tool to help you do create this. The Feider FST212 petrol lawn scarifier is one of the most powerful homeowner petrol scarifiers on the market today.
The petrol lawn scarifier comes with a powerful four-stroke petrol engine enabling the machine to be used anywhere.
With a two-year warranty and 57 reviews that rate at an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars. The Feider FST212 petrol lawn scarifier cannot be ignored.
It’s always good to see a well-manicured lawn, it really makes a garden stand out. One of the ways that we can achieve this is by using a scarifier. Scarifiers are generally petrol machines although there are a few smaller electric models available. I guess there are now a few rechargeable models available too. I like to have the freedom of a go-anywhere petrol model. There are no electric cables to get tangled up and generally petrol machines have more power.
A scarifier has the ability to remove the moss and thatch out of your lawn. In turn, this makes way for healthy lawn growth. In other words, it stops your lawn from being suffocated by moss and thatch. Thatch is something that builds up in your lawn over a period of time. Keeping on top of the thatch and the moss encourages healthy lawn growth.
Engine
With a four-stroke 212cc overhead valve petrol engine developing 4 hp. The engine has plenty of power to deal with moss and thatch in your lawn. The engine has a traditional recoil start for easy starting. The 3.6 L fuel tank will keep your machine running for long periods saving you valuable downtime.
Steel Blades
The Feider FST212 petrol lawn scarifier is provided with 18 sharp-tipped blades which will remove moss and thatch from your lawn. The Feider Scarifier has an adjustable blade so that it gives more flexibility to the conditions of the lawn. When the scarifier is used on a low setting it can be used as a slitting machine. These slits are almost invisible to the eye, but help to promote healthy root growth.
The working of the machine is 45 cm which is approximately 18 inches. The recommended lawn signs for this machine is up to 2000 m².
Push Model
I normally recommend that when someone purchases a lawnmower to purchase a self-propelled model over a push model. In this case, the Feider FST212 petrol lawn scarifier is a push model. However, a scarifier is not something that we use every week and at just 34 kg it is not heavy. The large double ball bearing 17.5 cm wheels help to make the machine easy to push across your lawn.
Collector
The Feider Scarifier comes complete with a 35 L debris collector. To be fair this is not huge as it really is surprising how much moss and thatch comes out of the lawn. More often than not I will not actually use a collector as sometimes it’s easier just rake the debris up into large heaps. Moss and thatch are not heavy, in fact, it is very lightweight, so it’s very easy to collect. The other alternative that I have used is to use a rotary mower with a collector on a high setting to collect all the debris. It works well and it also gives the debris time to dry out a bit making it even lighter to collect.
More Features
The Feider FST212 petrol lawn scarifier has a solid steel frame for strength. It also has fold-down handlebars for storage and transport. The soft-grip handlebars add to the user comfort.
To Conclude
Fieder is a French company that offer genuine home user products for the garden. They appear to have the ability to make good machines at excellent prices. In general, their machines receive excellent reviews. Especially in this case, as I mentioned earlier in the post, there are 57 reviews with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
The Feider FST212 petrol lawn scarifier definitely offers excellent value for money at present with £170 saving on the normal price. It is also an excellent way of keeping your lawn in excellent condition.
Would I purchase this machine? The answer is definitely yes if I was a domestic user. The plus points are the excellent price and the continual good reviews and of course, the two-year warranty.
Einhell GC-SC 2240P Petrol Lawn Scarifier (Special Offer)
Today we are looking at the Einhell GC-SC 4240 P Petrol Lawn Scarifier. At the time of writing the Einhell Petrol Lawn Scarifier has 115 reviews and a 4.7 out of five star rating, which suggests something good. It’s currently available at just £349 and has a two-year manufacturer’s warranty.
Recently we looked at the Cobra S40C 2-In-1 Petrol Scarifier And Aerator, another petrol scarifier on special offer. This Cobra S40C is currently our top-selling scarifier and is available for a slightly lower price of £299.98.
With springtime quickly approaching, I thought it would be a good idea to take a look at a few of our scarifiers. Over the past few years, the lawns have taken quite a battering due to the wet winters and the dryish summers. In general, the British lawn is very resilient and it’s very easy to bring a worn lawn back to life. A few simple steps such as scarifying and using an aerator can quickly help to bring your lawn back to life. It’s also a good idea to use a spring and autumn dressing to keep your lawn healthy and weed-free.
Hardened steel blades for efficient and long life scarifying.
16 inch (40 cm) working width.
8 settings adjustable by a lever.
Large wheels for manoeuvrability and ease of pushing.
Ideal for lawns up to 1500 m².
45 L collector.
Foldaway handles for storage and transport purposes.
Two-year warranty
Einhell GC-SC 2240P Petrol Lawn Scarifier
The Einhell GC-SC 2240P Petrol Lawn Scarifier is a low-priced scarifier that can quickly help to bring your lawn back to life. It offers excellent build quality, reliability which is something that you would expect for a machine that has been designed and engineered in Germany. With a two-year peace of mind warranty, you can purchase this machine with confidence. Judging by the 115 reviews, customers are very happy with their Einhell GC-SC 2240P Petrol Lawn Scarifier purchase.
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Four Stroke Petrol Engine
With a powerful 212 cc four-stroke petrol engine, developing 4.2 kW which equals 5.6 hp, the scarifier has plenty of power. The air-cooled engine has a straightforward recoil start engine that is manufactured by Einhell. I like the freedom that a petrol engine gives on a machine, there is no risk of a battery going flat or a trailing cable getting in the way. We do have a range of petrol and electric scarifiers that can be found here.
Hardened Steel Blades
With 18 hardened steel blades and a 40 cm working width, the Einhell GC-SC 2240P Petrol Lawn Scarifier quickly scarifiers your lawn. The scarifier can be set to -15 to +5 mm, which brings plenty of variation. The height is controlled by a lever at the side of the machine that gives you eight different settings within a 20 mm overall setting.
Collection Bag
Whenever I scarify a lawn it never fails to amaze me how much moss and thatch comes out of the lawn. There is always a lot more than you can ever imagine! The Einhell GC-SC 2240P Petrol Lawn Scarifier comes with a 45 L collection bag, however, in most circumstances the collection bag will fill up extremely quickly.
In some cases, it is easier not to use the collection bag and to pick up the grass either manually or with a ride on mower. Fortunately, moss and thatch are very lightweight so this can quickly be gathered up with a rake.
The easiest way to clear your lawn of moss after it has been scarified is to use a ride-on mower with a collector. I appreciate that not everyone will have this privilege, however, in my experience, this is by far the best way and quickest way to clear away the thatch and moss.
The other way is to simply rake the thatch and moss into heaps and then either place the material in a large barrow or gather up on a large tarpaulin. As I mentioned, the thatch and moss are really quite light so you can move large amounts quite quickly.
More Features
The large wheels on the Einhell GC-SC 2240P Petrol Lawn Scarifier help to make the machine easy to manoeuvre and push. Although it’s a push machine, it is fairly effortless to push.
With foldable handles, the Einhell Petrol Lawn Scarifier becomes very compact, especially for storage purposes in the winter. At just 31.4 kg scarifier can easily be lifted into a van or back of a car.
To Conclude
Scarifying really does help to create a healthy lawn. Owning your own scarifier gives you the benefits of being able to scarify in the perfect conditions.
With 115 reviews with an average rating of 4.7 out of five, the Einhell GC-SC 2240P Petrol Lawn Scarifier definitely has to be worth a look. The two-year manufacturer’s warranty is also a good plus point.
Just remember that you will be amazed at how much thatch and moss comes out of your lawn. But you will also benefit from a much healthier looking lawn. Regular scarifying can make a huge difference mixed with a weed and feed regularly.
Today we are looking at the Cobra S40C 2-in-1 petrol scarifier and aerator, which is currently on special offer at £299.98. Offering a saving of £31. Cobra produces a range of popular garden machines that are designed in the UK and sensibly priced.
At Garden Equipment Review we have a range of scarifiers and aerators to suit every gardener’s needs. I personally prefer the petrol models as I like the idea of being able to work anywhere and not have to worry about an electric cable.
Over the last few years, the lawns have taken quite a battering, due to the dry summers. I have to say that lawns are extremely resilient and can quickly be repaired and with some tender care and quickly get back into shape. After the wet winter, many people are suffering from huge amounts of moss and thatch in their lawn. This is where a scarifier and aerator can help you.
It’s always good to give your lawn a spring and autumn feed. There are many different lawn feeds available. My preferred type being in granular form with a mix of a balanced fertiliser and broadleaf weed control.
The Cobra S40C 2-in-1 petrol scarifier and aerator is a 16 inch (40 cm) machine that quickly covers the area of your lawn. Although compared with mower sizes, the machine is not a massive width. We have to remember that aerating is something that we will probably only do a couple of times a year.
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Four Stroke Petrol Engine
With a powerful 212 cc Cobra 4 stroke overhead valve engine, the engine has plenty of power to cope with all your lawn care needs. The engine is a recoil start engine that offers excellent economy and quiet running. As I mentioned earlier in this post, I find the petrol scarifiers much more versatile and advantageous over the electric models where you have a trailing electric lead.
Collection Bag
It never fails to amaze me how much thatch and moss comes out of a lawn when you scarify your lawn. The Cobra S40C 2-in-1 petrol scarifier and aerator comes with a 45 L collector which will fill up extremely quickly in normal circumstances.
One method that I have used when scarifying a lawn is to scarify without using the collection box. And then, if you have available, use a ride-on mower with a collector to collect all the thatch and moss out of your lawn. I appreciate that not everyone will be able to do this, but it is certainly a laboursaving way of making good use of time.
Adjustable Height
The Cobra S40C 2-in-1 petrol scarifier and aerator has a dial-type adjuster. This easily adjusts the height of the machine which can be varied from -15 mm to + 5 mm.
More Features
One of the great features of the Cobra S40C 2-in-1 petrol scarifier and aerator is the fact that it comes with two different cartridges. The first cartridge is a 16 springtine scarifier and the second cartridge is a 17 bladed cartridge. The cartridges can very easily be switched over, from one to the other.
The fold-down handles are very useful for transport and for storage. At 39 kg machine can be lifted into a vehicle without too much difficulty.
To Conclude
To have a perfect lawn takes time and effort and work. The Cobra S40C 2-in-1 petrol scarifier and aerator can definitely help to assist you in having that perfect lawn. Many people do not trouble to scarify their lawn at all, however, regular scarifying and aerating can really transform a lawn.
The Cobra S40C 2-in-1 petrol scarifier and aerator is a push machine that comes with a two-year warranty. It is presently our bestselling scarifier.
Today we are looking at the Camon LS42 lawn scarifier. Lawn scarifiers are designed to move moss and thatch from your lawn, which will allow the grass to thrive and leave you with a healthier-looking lawn.
Camon LS42 Lawn Scarifier
All lawns vary from each other and some have more of a tendency to build up moss and thatch over the years. Often when I’m cutting a lawn I will cut the lawn in the same direction every time. This has good and bad points; by cutting the lawn in the same direction it really leaves a good striped finish that can literally last all winter. However, the problem with mowing in the same direction every time is that there is a tendency for thatch and moss to build up. This can be overcome by scarifying in spring and autumn.
The Camon scarifier is built in the UK and has been designed to do the job of scarifying as simply and efficiently as possible.
Before we get into the most important aspect of this scarifier, which is the blades, I would like to go through some other important points with this machine.
Honda GX160 Engine
Engine
The Camon scarifier is powered by a genuine Honda GX 160cc petrol engine which develops approximately 5.5 hp, this is a genuine Honda engine, not a lookalike Honda engine as some manufacturers are now fitting! The Honda GX models of engines are the finest engines in this power range. Honda obviously has great faith in their engines as they are backed up by a two-year commercial warranty.
The engine on any powered machine is obviously very critical. This is why in my opinion it is always good to spend money on a quality engine. It may cost you a little bit more than a conventional engine, but it is well worth paying the extra for a quality product.
Over the years I have had Honda engines on various machines and I have to say that they are excellent engines. Not only in reliability but also in fuel economy which is so important when we are using a machine regularly.
I have often left Honda engines several months over the winter period without starting them to find that in the spring they start on the first pull. I wouldn’t necessarily recommend leaving an engine all winter without starting as I think it’s good to keep engine parts moving on a regular basis. Normally I like to try and start an engine three or four times over the winter period. I don’t know if this is actually correct but it is something that I have always done and I believe it is a good practice.
Blade Engagement
Blade Engagement
Another key feature of the Camon scarifier is the way that the blades are engaged. Camon use a top of the range centrifugal clutch. The clutch works when the revs of the Honda engine get up to 2800 rpm. So when the engine is started, it is running at tick over and the blades will not be rotating. When you get to the area of work, simply pull the operating lever up, the revs will increase, and the blades will automatically engage.
Removable Collection Bag
Removable Collection Bag
The Camon scarifier features a collection bag, this is a very useful feature as it is amazing how much thatch and moss, can be removed from the average lawn. However, the machine can be used without the collection bag and then collected with either a large garden tractor with a collection facility or a powered vacuum like a Billy Goat or something similar.
More Features
The Camon scarifier comes with folding handlebars which is ideal for storage and transportation purposes. Puncture foam filled tyres come standard on this machine, which I believe to be a great feature. Over the years I’ve spent far too long dealing with punctures that can cost you huge amounts of money in lost time, so to me this is really great feature.
Floating Front Axle
The machine also has a floating front axle that prevents the machine from scalping the lawn, something that you do not want to happen.
Height Adjustment
Height adjustment is very straightforward on the Camon scarifier. The adjuster sits at the front of the machine, simply turn clockwise to raise the machine and anticlockwise to lower the machine. There is a locking nut that keeps the scarifier at the correct height when in use. Simply, adjust the scarifier to the desired height and use the locking nut to secure the height.
Camon Scarifier Width
Scarifier Width
The scarifier is very easy to manoeuvre through gates and pathways et cetera, with a maximum width of 24 inches the machine will go most places, including an average size garden gate.
Camon Scarifier Cartridges
Types Of Blades
The most important feature of any scarifier is the type of blades used on the machine. The Camon scarifier comes with three different blade options. The most popular option being the free-swinging rotor assembly as the photograph shows below. This is the best all-round rotor assembly that offers excellent results on both moss and thatch. It features 30 hardened steel blades, which are spaced 1.2 cm apart. The blades are 1.6 mm thick which offers a good balance between the lifetime of the blade and slicing through the thatch. The blades are staggered to give maximum coverage so that the maximum amount of thatch is removed in one pass.
Free Swinging Rotor Blade
Free Swinging Blades
The blades are free swinging which means if you happen to hit an obstacle they will immediately swing out the way and not damage the rotor. The blades are sprung loaded that allows for some movement from side to side which provides added protection to the blades.
One of the best features of this rotor is that it is reversible. So that once the blades have worn on one side, simply remove the rotor and turn it around and you have a fresh edge.
Spring Rotor Assembly
Spring Rotor Assembly
The rotor shown in the picture above is the spring rotor assembly. As you can see with this setup it comprised of hook springs rather than blades. This rotor still removes large quantities of moss and thatch. The spring rotor system is much gentler on your lawn which will enable the lawn to come around much quicker.
Due to the nature of the spring rotor assembly customers can use this later on in the spring and the summer due to the more gentle nature of the cartridge.
Fixed Rotor Assembly
Fixed Blade Rotor
The above photograph is the fixed blade rotor assembly. You will notice that there are far fewer blades on this rotor assembly, there are actually just 12 blades as opposed to 30 blades on the other two rotor assemblies. These blades are made out of slightly thicker material, which actually measures 2 ½ mm.
This fixed blade rotor is the most cost-effective rotor. However, this type of rotor is used more as a verticutter. It would be used for overfeeding or top dressing your lawn. The blades are designed to go deeper into the soil, up to 4 mm, which will allow good contact of the seed with the soil.
Built To Last
Camon obviously believes in their products, I do know that Camon products are often used by hire companies, which suggests something good!
Camon offers a two-year commercial warranty on their scarifier which to me gives me great confidence when purchasing a product.
The machine comes ready to use and is all boxed. Simply unbox, check the oil level to be on the safe side and fill with unleaded petrol and you’re ready to go.
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