Best Hedge Shears of 2026
We tested manual hedge shears for clean cuts, light weight, and real reach. Here are the picks that shaped hedges best, from budget to professional.
Lawn & Garden Reviews
Mowers, trimmers, leaf blowers, chainsaws, tillers, hoses, sprinklers, seed and fertilizer, compared on power, runtime, ease of use and yard size.
Best Hose Timers of 2026
We tested hose timers for reliable shutoff, easy scheduling, and leak-resistant connections. Here are the best for single zones, multi-zone yards, and drip lines.
Best Landscape Fabrics of 2026
We tested woven and nonwoven landscape fabrics for weed control, water flow, and coverage. Here are the rolls we recommend for beds, rows, and gravel.
Best Leaf Rakes of 2026
We tested leaf rakes for big lawns, tight beds, pine needles, and fall cleanup. Here are the ones worth buying, with picks for every yard.
Best Potting Benches of 2026
Tested potting benches for workspace, storage, and weather. Our top pick holds a full tray of wet pots; see the best for small patios and tight budgets.
Best Pump Sprayers of 2026
We tested pump sprayers for lawns, gardens, bleach duty, and backpack jobs to find which ones hold pressure, spray evenly, and earn their shelf space.
Best Watering Wands of 2026
We tested watering wands for hanging baskets, seedlings, and beds. Here is which ones earn their place on reach, gentle spray, and easy handling.
Best Compost Bins for Kitchen Counters of 2026
Countertop compost bins tested for odor control, capacity, and easy emptying. Here is which one earns counter space in your kitchen, and why.
Best Compost Tumblers of 2026
We filled and turned compost tumblers to find the ones worth owning, plus the best dual-chamber, no-assembly, and large-capacity picks.
Best Impact Sprinklers of 2026
We tested impact sprinklers on big lawns. A brass Rain Bird head wins on durability; a tripod and a pop-up pick cover uneven ground and tight spacing.
Best Lawn Fertilizers of 2026
We tested granular, liquid, and fall lawn fertilizers to find the ones that green grass without burning it — and the best value per square foot.
Best Lawn Sprinklers for Low Water Pressure of 2026
We tested hose-end sprinklers on weak household pressure to find the heads that keep a full pattern, and the ones that need almost no flow.
Best Lawn Sprinklers of 2026
We tested hose-end sprinklers on real lawns to find the ones that cover evenly without stalling, from a self-propelled tractor to a tiny spot sprinkler.
Best Liquid Lawn Fertilizers of 2026
We tested liquid lawn fertilizers for coverage, greening, and easy application — picks for big lawns, weedy turf, small yards, and organic growing.
Best Oscillating Sprinklers of 2026
We compared oscillating sprinklers for reach, adjustment, stability, and durability. Here are the ones worth buying for small beds and big lawns.
Best Soil pH Meters of 2026
We tested soil pH meters for gardens, lawns, and raised beds. Here's which give a pH number you can act on, plus deep-probe and budget picks.
Best Sprinkler Heads of 2026
We tested rotors, spray heads, and impact heads to find the best sprinkler heads for every zone size, inlet size, and water supply.
Best 0.080 Trimmer Line of 2026
We tested 0.080-inch trimmer lines for clean feeding, breakage, and value. These are the picks that keep a string trimmer cutting through grass and weeds.
Best Cold-Weather Garden Hoses of 2026
We picked cold-weather garden hoses that stay flexible below freezing, from a subzero-rated rubber workhorse to light hybrids and short spigot hoses.
Best Expandable Garden Hoses of 2026
We tested expandable garden hoses for reach, leak resistance, and easy storage. Here are the lightest, most durable picks for your yard.
Best Garden Hoses of 2026
We tested rubber, hybrid, and stainless steel garden hoses. Here is which ones seal tight, kink least, and hold up past the first season.
Best Lawn Dethatchers of 2026
We tested corded, cordless, and manual dethatchers to find the right balance of power, bag size, and maneuverability for your lawn.
Best Lawn Mower Batteries of 2026
We compared 12V riding-mower replacements and cordless packs to find the best lawn mower batteries for fit, runtime, and value.
Best Lawn Mower Blade Sharpeners of 2026
We tested grinder jigs, drill discs, and bench machines to find the sharpener that puts a clean, repeatable edge on your mower blades.