Tiller/Cultivator

[AgronAlum]

I’m looking to get my FIL a tiller/cultivator as a gift for helping do some work on our house. Looking to spend probably 300 at the most.

Any suggestions? It just needs be able to till existing garden beds, not break new ones. It also needs to be gas because he’s old school like that.

I have a hard time trusting Google for reviews because I feel like most of the top 10 lists are paid for.

 

[FerShizzle]

Pro 80V 10" Brushless Cultivator / Tiller w/ 2.0 Ah Battery

Brushless motor for more torque, quiet operation, and longer life 4 Year Limited Tool & Battery Warranty

www.greenworkstools.com

electric tools are a great solution for these seasonal chores. no need to worry about gas sitting for 12 months in between uses. no spark plugs, oil, etc...

 

[BCClone]

300 could be tough.

 

[DeereClone]

https://www.getearthquake.com/products/versa™-2-in-1-front-tine-tiller?variant=37870165786799&currency=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&utm_campaign=Google_Shopping&utm_source=google&utm_medium=smart_campaign&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI6sndsseg9gIVSP_jBx37XQtOEAQYBSABEgJ9P_D_BwE

Higher than your price point but I have that one and it works good. Have had it 4 years, have two big gardens that I till pretty regularly, and haven’t had any issues with it at all.

 

[DeereClone]

https://www.getearthquake.com/products/versa™-2-in-1-front-tine-tiller?variant=37870165786799&currency=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&utm_campaign=Google_Shopping&utm_source=google&utm_medium=smart_campaign&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI6sndsseg9gIVSP_jBx37XQtOEAQYBSABEgJ9P_D_BwE

Higher than your price point but I have that one and it works good. Have had it 4 years, have two big gardens that I till pretty regularly, and haven’t had any issues with it at all.

That link didn’t work but it’s an earthquake 2 in 1 front tiller.

 

[ISUAgronomist]

https://www.getearthquake.com/products/versa™-2-in-1-front-tine-tiller?variant=37870165786799

FIFY

 

[tman24]

yep i went with the cheapest electric tiller. i have a small garden and for the 2 times i use it a year. i didnt see needing to get an expensive one.

Amazon.com

 

[ISUcyclones11]

I think they give these things out if you hit 5 3s in 30 seconds during a timeout

 

[Dirt Boy 2]

I’m looking to get my FIL a tiller/cultivator as a gift for helping do some work on our house. Looking to spend probably 300 at the most.

Any suggestions? It just needs be able to till existing garden beds, not break new ones. It also needs to be gas because he’s old school like that.

I have a hard time trusting Google for reviews because I feel like most of the top 10 lists are paid for.

Mantiss. I have the 4 cycle Honda version. Folks have the 2 cycle version and I think I prefer it. I got the Honda because I thought it easier to start but it can be a SOB. Makes quick work.

 

[AgronAlum]

Pro 80V 10" Brushless Cultivator / Tiller w/ 2.0 Ah Battery

Brushless motor for more torque, quiet operation, and longer life 4 Year Limited Tool & Battery Warranty

www.greenworkstools.com

electric tools are a great solution for these seasonal chores. no need to worry about gas sitting for 12 months in between uses. no spark plugs, oil, etc...

He’s a semi retired guy that can’t sit still. He has his own garden, my SILs garden and is evidently putting one in our yard this year. It would see a decent amount of use. I bet he takes care of close to 40-50 tomato plants along with a bunch of other stuff. I just don’t see him screwing with batteries and my SILs garden is probably 100 yards from their house so too far for a plug in version.

I was looking at something similar to this.

Troy-Bilt TBC304 12 in. 30cc 4-Cycle Gas Cultivator with Adjustable Cultivating Widths TBC304 - The Home Depot

This Troy-Bilt TBC304 4-Cycle Gas Cultivator with Adjustable Cultivating Widths preps the soil plots at the beginning and end of season to keep them fresh.

www.homedepot.com

 

[kevdiv48]

thought this thread was going to be about the backup QB in 2010

 

[tman24]

if hes semi handy. just look on craigslist of used tiller. Im sure there are a few around that just need cleaned up.

 

[CycloneDaddy]

if hes semi handy. just look on craigslist of used tiller. Im sure there are a few around that just need cleaned up.

I just looked and there were only a few in DSM area and dang they want some money for them. I think Im going to go grab the tiller out of my dads shed that hasnt been used in 10+ years and get it running and sell it.

 

[Frog]

Another vote for 2cycle Mantis. light, easy to store, tough working machine. I've had one for about five years and works/runs great. When I got mine the kick stand was an added option but should not be. If you go this route and that is still an option get it.

 

[Acylum]

I think they give these things out if you hit 5 3s in 30 seconds during a timeout

That seems doable and pretty straightforward.

 

[JM4CY]

Had one I would of sold you for 50 bucks 6 months ago.

 

[nfrine]

I think they give these things out if you hit 5 3s in 30 seconds during a timeout

Actually, they give you 35 seconds. Piece of cake...

 

[tman24]

I just looked and there were only a few in DSM area and dang they want some money for them. I think Im going to go grab the tiller out of my dads shed that hasnt been used in 10+ years and get it running and sell it.

yea may be best to wait until may or june after people use it for the start of the year and then want to get rid of it

 

[nfrine]

The little 2-cycle cultivators are okay for weeding. If any amount of tilling is needed, you will be disappointed in them.

 

[NodawayRiverClone]

Have had a 2-cycle Mantis for about 20 years doing light duty work, mostly. It's tough to break sod, but you can work bare ground to break the soil and work in some mulch. But, I see prices are about $380 for 2-cycle to $445 for 4-cycle. See this site for other choices:

5 Best Gas Tillers - July 2025 - BestReviews

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