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JARDINEER Manual Plug Coring Aerator
The healthy way makes your lawn more vibrant
The advantages of triangular handles
Ergonomical Triangular Handles
- Comfortable Grip: Triangular handles are designed with ergonomics in mind, fitting better in the palm and reducing fatigue during use.
- Operational Flexibility: Triangular handles offer more angles for applying force, making them suitable for various operational needs, especially in tight spaces.
- Enhanced Stability: The triangular structure increases the handle's stability, preventing slippage during force application and improving operational precision.
Erin
Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2025
I got this to work on my lawn appearance this summer, and it exceeded my expectations. Assembly was quick and easy—just a few bolts and the included wrenches. Once tightened properly, the tool feels solid and well-built. The aerator features heavy-gauge steel tubes and a sturdy footplate that held up well even in my tough, compacted soil.The tubes eject plugs cleanly thanks to smart angled openings at the top, and I didn’t experience any clogs. After watering the lawn to soften the soil, I found it easy to get into a rhythm and cover my small yard efficiently.At 5'4", I was initially worried the handle would be too short, but it turned out to be just fine for me. The wide handle design allows for good grip and control, and you can rock the tool back and forth to penetrate denser soil—no awkward bending or straining required. It’s compact for storage too.Overall, this is a great manual solution for small lawns. Just be prepared for a bit of a workout—but that’s to be expected. Highly recommended if you want a healthier lawn without investing in a powered tool.
Kevin P. Anderson
Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2025
Too tedious to aerate even a small area.
Customer
Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2025
Great product for small areas.have to clean out compacted plugs ,but did the job for me!
Anonymous
Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2025
I noticed that many of the reviewers have never used a manual core aerator before. I have, so my review reflects that experience.For starters, you want a core aerator instead of a spike aerator. Core aerators pull up plugs from the soil. These plugs vanish in about a week. In the meantime, they look like a dog has marked every tiny bit of your lawn. However, being unsightly for a few days is worth how much better your lawn looks in the long run. Spike aerators, in contrast, push the soil off to the sides. This is especially problematic if you already have compacted soil. This, being a core aerator, is better.This thing is SOLID. I don't think you could break it if you tried (full disclosure, though: I didn't try. I really liked it and hope to use it for years to come). Assembly is simple: It even included extra bolts and the necessary wrenches. If I keep it clean and treat it decently, I expect it to last for years to come. It's a good value for the money.The design is one of the better designs I've seen in a manual aerator. There is only a very small area that is completely round, making it very easy to clean when you're done. Many manual core aerators have a 2-3" tube. Those clog constantly. This model, on the other hand, does not clog easily. If it did, a weeding tool or screwdriver could easily unclog it.I am just over 6' tall and found it to be comfortable to use.One thing: It will NOT work if you don't follow the instructions. You need to water your lawn thoroughly. The water should go down at least a few inches. Then let it sit and soak for about 1/2 day. If you don't, you will just dance across the surface of your lawn. The tines won't penetrate the soil. Having a damp lawn is non-negotiable: The aerator will not work if these instructions are not followed. If it's mud, it won't do well, either. You want it damp, but not soggy. It also won't magically penetrate rocks under the soil.In short, if you're looking for a manual aerator, this is the one you want.
The Flyin' Hawaiian
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2025
I picked up this Jardineer Manual Core Aerator Lawn tool to improve my lawn. I have a few areas that dry out faster than others do to shallower and rockier soil, and I want to start it out as healthy as possible before the summer hits. I've tried spiked shoes before and really didn't like them. It was too hard to walk in them when they were stuck to the ground with 3" spikes.First thought - it's a pretty tough tool. The tool height seems good to me (I am 5' 10" tall). Seems to bolt together tightly and can handle some firm, hard steps onto the bar that holds the 3 grass "plug" cutting tubes. The tubes cut down, grass travels up the tube till it hits a stopper, then fall out the opening on the front of the tubes. After a few stomps I got into a rhythm and was able to pick up speed. I did the whole small lawn moving in a straight line with a row about every 7" pretty fast. The device cut well, easy, and spit the plugs out right away. I was careful around my sewer pipes. I left the grass plugs where they fell, figuring that they have nutrients the lawn can use, so that part isn't totally attractive. Storage wise this is a nice thin compact tool.I left the bigger lawn for another day off, because that will take a lot longer. I may do it in sections just to make it easier.The cons - big lawns will take work. It'll be fairly easy but time consuming with me doing a row every 7". Next - I think the nuts that hold the bolts on would be better as cap nuts which could prevent scratches from the exposed bolt ends.Other than that, I like the tool. It's compact and cuts plugs easily. If I were in a hurry, I'd probably rent a large rolling aerator, but I like doing a little work outside every once in a while, and this tool fits the bill.
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