Best Lawn Rollers

The consensus in the gardening community is that a lawn roller won't help you with the hardest and the largest bumps. And we wouldn't argue that point. That said, "large" and "hard" are relative terms and we'd be willing to bet dollars to doughnuts that the Brinly PRT-48SBH will be able to handle those bumps of yours.

There's no particular secret here. The professional model is simply larger than most of its competition, heavier, and more impressive capacity-wise. It features 48 inches in length (width), making it far more practical than most rollers, especially when it comes to those larger yards with much more lawn real estate.

When emptied, it weighs about 60 pounds, which is surprisingly light considering its size. But not light enough to hinder its performance. The drum holds no less than 54 gallons of sand or water, the biggest key to ensuring maximum rolling effectiveness.

Sure, it takes some time to fill the reservoir, but that's the price you ought to be willing to pay for excellent performance. Besides, the extra large diameter opening allows for streamlining this process as much as possible.

There's a convenient scraper bar put particularly close to the rolling drum that will prevent grass, leaves, debris, and other junk from sticking to the said drum. It isn't some cheap, budget product, so, naturally, the model also incorporates rounded edges that ensure smooth turns.

To put all of it a tad differently, the Brinly PRT-48SBH is arguably the best lawn roller in its price range. There aren't a whole lot of similar options that will help you with those hard sizable bumps as well as this model. Plus, despite the outstanding performance, the heavy-duty roller is ergonomically sound and a real pleasure to work with.

We don't know about you but what we like in our gardening tools is durability first and foremost. We generally don't feel like buying a new piece of gardening equipment season after season, which is exactly why we've decided to put the Agri-Fab 45-0268 so high up our list.

The model is all about its durable construction. The roller drum is made of sturdy polyethylene, the kind of material that excels at resisting weather damage as well as preventing dents and rust.

The powder-baked paint finish provides even more protection against rust and corrosion. The drum is internally reinforced, making it equally well-equipped to handle the wear and tear of time or the rough and tumble of even the most ambitious gardening projects.

Of course, construction is just as much about practicality as it is about durability. And let's just say that, when it comes to the former, the tool is no slouch either. The drum incorporates welded seams and rounded edges. A design like that prevents uneven grooves. It also provides a leak-proof seal.

A center baffler adds extra stability to make sure that the drum doesn't flex or lose its shape. The 42-gallon capacity of the drum will help you easily handle large frosted heaves or those annoying mole runs. Finally, the removable drain plug will allow you to fill the drum using a standard garden hose.

To sum it all up, the Agri-Fab 45-0268 is one of the most rugged and robust yard rollers on the market right now. Though it isn't a bad product performance-wise, the durable construction is easily the biggest selling point of this gardening tool. It will be there for your garden season after season and that's really all that you can ask for.

For the most part, the Brinly PRC-24BH is one of the more well-balanced and versatile options. For one, it is both a manual roller and a tow roller. You can push it on your own or you can hook it up to a tractor and let the latter do the bulk of the job for you.

If you choose the former method, there's a nice non-slip coating on the handle that provides a comfortable yet firm grip. But if you don't care for menial labor, you can just as well unscrew the handle and your trusty riding lawn mower will take it from there. In short, the combination of the push and tow-behind design provides that extra versatility for rolling tight areas and larger open spaces.

Other than that, there really isn't much that separates this product from the usual deal. Capacity-wise, it fits about 28 gallons of sand or water, enough for your average yard with some uneven surface here and there. Made of plastic, the drum is surprisingly robust. It doesn't dent and, just like most plastic rolling drums, it isn't prone to rust and corrosion.

Featuring the usual 18 inches of diameter and a 24-inch width, the model has a particularly large fill opening. It isn't a game changer by any stretch of the imagination but it does make it easier to fill and empty the reservoir.

Again, the Brinly PRC-24BH lawn roller's versatility is its biggest strength. It will work for people who like to do it all on their own as well as those who don't mind a little help from the machinery. It is as great for erasing lawn damage caused by moles or frost heaves as it is for packing down loose dirt, newly sewn seed, or sod.

The model from Goplus is both a tow roller and a manual roller. And though it offers easy conversion, we much more like this gardening tool as a manual roller.

For starters, the product comes equipped with a convenient U-shaped handle. The shape and the length of the handle make it easier to push and pull the roller in a standing position. Plus, it incorporates a smooth green-sprayed surface. It looks good. It doesn't rust. It doesn't hurt your hands nor is it difficult to operate.

Most manufacturers rely on plastic when constructing a rolling drum. And, sure, the material has its advantages. For example, it isn't as prone to corrosion as metal. But it isn't even remotely as rugged as steel, which is the material behind the drum that we're dealing with here. A steel drum will allow you to easily roll over pebbles and other items like that without worrying about deformation.

Aside from being far sturdier than its plastic counterparts, the surface of the drum is spray-treated. This kind of treatment prevents rust. Plus, it makes it far difficult for the material to get sunken.

Sure, steel has its flaws too. Though the particular model isn't prone to corrosion, the steel construction makes the roller a lot louder than the aforementioned plastic counterparts.

But, other than that, there isn't much to complain about here. The model from Goplus will give you the sort of freedom of movement that you simply won't get out of a plastic roller. The convenient construction makes it easy to work with the tool. As long as your lawn isn't particularly large, this is the roller to go for.

Construction-wise, there is nothing particularly unique about Agri-Fab 45-0267. On the surface, you have the usual 24-inch wide drum that features an 18-inch diameter. The 28-gallon capacity is nothing to write home about but nothing to complain about either. Having said that, there are a few things about this product that make it better than most similar options.

The plastic construction features a particularly smooth finish. It's nothing that different from your typical plastic drum but it makes the model slightly better for that even and consistent flattening that you want to get out of your lawn roller. Plus, the drum is rust-resistant, so there isn't much to worry about here longevity-wise.

It is both a manual roller and a tow roller. Again, nothing outstanding about it in and of itself, but a removable hitch makes it a lot easier to switch between pull and push operation. Speaking of removable components, the removable drain plug makes the model more convenient as far as transportation and storage go.

The channel bar positioned right above the drum knocks off excess dirt. And, of course, you have your usual rounded edges that make the model better from the maneuverability standpoint.

All in all, the Agri-Fab 45-0267 is your run-of-the-mill lawn roller that has enough going for it to slightly stand out from the otherwise average crowd. So if you aren't looking for something in particular and would just like to flatten a mole runs, small worm casts, frost heaves, or any other similar type of landscaping issue, this is as good of a roller as any of them.