TOP-5 network electric cultivators for garden beds

Since 2009, BRILL Gloria Gartengeräte GmbH and its trademark Gloria have been owned by the German AL-KO Kober Group, a manufacturer of gardening equipment and tools. The universal device is designed for loosening, scarifying, weeding and processing the edges of beds in the local area. This is a power tool with a small power motor of 400 watts. The cultivator effectively crushes large earthen stones, structures the soil, destroys the root system of weeds and stimulates the growth of beneficial microorganisms, creating favorable conditions for the development of plants. The model will be an excellent replacement for hand tools when processing flower beds and weeding gardens, and thanks to its low weight of 4 kg and reduced physical effort, it is perfect for women and the elderly.

The working elements of the electric cultivator are 2 groups of end teeth made of hardened steel, which protrude from the motor block by 8 cm. It is this value that determines the maximum depth of tillage, which is loosened during the rotary rotation of the cultivator heads. The length of the device is 130 cm, and for ease of holding, the tool is equipped with plastic handles of an ergonomic shape: straight on top and transverse, adjustable to the height of the operator, in the center of the holding bar. The top handle has a start button for turning it on with your index finger, and the power cord has a secure loop that prevents it from being pulled. Of course, such a simple manual machine will not replace a gas-powered cultivator, but it will significantly facilitate the processing of the surface layer of soil near the house. This model is favored by its low price, economical power consumption, convenience and ease of use.

The Konner & Sohnen company is mainly known to the consumer for inexpensive and high-quality power equipment, the basis of which was household electric generators. In recent years, the product range has been expanded with the launch of a family of motor pumps, as well as a line of light cultivators with electric and gasoline traction. The Konner&Sohnen KS 1500T E electric cultivator is a lightweight device (12 kg) for loosening soil in areas where there is a close connection to a 230 V household outlet. The object of processing can be flower beds, vegetable gardens, orchards, greenhouses, or simply land plots that need to be improved. The basis of the cultivator is an ecological electric motor with a power of 1200 W, which is paired with a worm gear that determines the only forward speed.

The model is designed exclusively for soil cultivation and cannot use other canopies, except for a set of 6 complete milling cutters Ø 22 cm. And a pair of small rubberized wheels is fixed on the rear bracket, which simplifies the transportation and operation of the unit. Under the folding U-shaped handle is a wide start lever. When not in use, it is blocked from accidental activation by a control panel button attached to the right post. The width of the passage provided by the tool is 45 cm, and the maximum loosening depth is 22 cm. Electrical protection class IPX4 allows you to safely work with the device even in light rain. To increase the range, it is allowed to use an extension cord up to 50 m long based on a 3-core cable with a cross section of 2.5 mm2.

Lightweight and productive electric cultivator Hyundai T1820-E belongs to the category of solid middle peasants in the class of small-sized garden equipment. The device is equipped with a portable asynchronous electric motor of its own design, with a rated power of 1500 watts. Torque transmission is carried out using a reliable worm gear, enclosed in a housing made of durable aluminium alloy. The transmission provides a speed of rotation of the working equipment without load at the level of 400 rpm, which is enough for efficient processing of land plots of various densities.

Behind the cultivator there is a transport unit with 2 rubber wheels with an adjustment mechanism with several fixed positions for moving and working. Ergonomic handles with L-shaped handles for a comfortable grip, make it easy to control the cultivator, performing complex manoeuvres on the ground. The close location of the control panel with the start lever and the safety button makes it possible to turn on the motor and start work without unnecessary inclinations. The model is equipped with 6 forged steel stackers, which provide a 40 cm wide working area with a maximum loosening depth of 20 cm. Burying the cutters too deep into the ground, high density of the soil or its rocky structure can cause the overheating switch to trip, automatically turning off the engine.

The Greenworks brand is represented in our catalog of garden equipment and power tools by a wide range of products. The Greenworks GTL9526 electric wire cultivator is a more affordable alternative to its heavy gasoline counterpart. If you do not have plans for deep plowing of virgin lands, then this unit will fully satisfy the requests for the cultivation of well-groomed soil of flower beds, flower beds and beds. The device is assembled soundly, all its nodes are well fixed and nothing dangles anywhere. We can safely state that the cultivator very well copes with the mission assigned to it and is worth the money spent on it. The model with an electric motor power of 950 W and a weight of 12 kg is characterized by compact dimensions and a narrow format, which is especially good for processing row spacings. This is facilitated by a complete set of 4 cutters Ø 20 cm (2 on each side), providing a grip on a strip 26 cm wide. A small maximum cutting depth of 13 cm in one pass is due to the geometry and dimensions of the working tool.

The electric rotator is equipped with a single speed worm gearbox that needs regular "rest" to cool down. The position of the 2 transport wheels Ø 15 cm relative to the motor unit can be adjusted for ease of movement. The folding handle with a rubberized grip ensures compact storage of the cultivator, while the wide start lever and the safety button against deliberate switching on allow you to work comfortably and safely with the device. The only negative that slightly spoils the impression of a good car is the manufacturer’s limitation on the permissible length of the connecting cable, which should not exceed 15 m. With such a short extension cord, you won’t get far from your home outlet.

The Hyundai T2000-E network electric cultivator belongs to the upper price segment of the dacha class of agricultural machinery and, in terms of its functionality, with the exception of the range, is not much inferior to the average models with internal combustion engines. The device is equipped with a powerful 2000 W electric motor, which ensures efficient processing of beds on loamy, sandy and well-groomed soils. Despite the high power, the engine, surprisingly, works without excessive noise (82 dB). The excellent electrical characteristics of the Hyundai branded motor make low demands on the parameters of the connecting cable, which can be safely used for connection. The device works without problems with wires of small cross section (1.5 mm2).

Among electromotive devices, the cultivator looks bulky and heavy (30 kg). Decent weight and large dimensions have a worse effect on the handling and manoeuvrability of the machine, but have a beneficial effect on the maximum width and depth of loosening (45x26 cm). Rotation from the engine is transmitted to a reliable chain gearbox with the participation of a V-belt clutch. The manufacturer assures that no more than 5% of the engine torque is lost, which allows the maximum use of the potential of the power plant. The use of a clutch mechanism, as well as the presence of an opener, brings this model closer to "adult" gasoline two-wheel tractors. Included with the cultivator are 4 saber-shaped cutters made of forged steel Ø 28 cm and disk bevelers, which are installed in pairs on both sides of the gearbox.

A small transport wheel is mounted on the front bracket of the garden machine, and a height-adjustable V-handle mounting beam is mounted on the rear of the frame. The control panel is mounted under the right handle. It has a plug for connecting a network cable, as well as an accidental start lock button and an engine start lever, which must be pressed simultaneously when starting the motor. Under the left hand is a clutch lever, pressing which transmits rotation to the working cutters. In general, the cultivator meets the expectations of users and copes well with work in small areas up to 10 acres.