Best Lawn Sweepers: 8 Fantastic Tools for Swift Sweeping!

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A big yard means big work. It also means that a lawn sweeper would come in handy. It can remove yard debris with efficiency.

You need the best lawn sweeper to make quick work of the yard. Here is a list of the best ones on the market.

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Best Lawn Sweepers 2022 – At A Glance List

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Below is the list of the best lawn sweepers on the market. Click on the link to read my full review:

Name	Sweeping width	Rating
#1 Craftsman Hi-Speed Lawn Sweeper >>> BEST FOR: ♦ Best Buy ♦	42”	94%	Read Review
#2 Brinly Tow Behind Lawn Sweeper >>> BEST FOR: Rugged terrain	42”	94%	Read Review
#3 Earthwise Leaf & Grass Push Lawn Sweeper >>> BEST FOR: Small yards	21”	93%	Read Review
#4 Agri-Fab 45-0492 Lawn Sweeper >>> BEST FOR: Hard debris	44”	93%	Read Review
#5 Ohio Steel 50SWP26 Pro Sweeper >>> BEST FOR: Large yards	50”	92%	Read Review
#6 Yard Commander Tow-Behind Lawn Sweeper >>> BEST FOR: Value for money	42”	91%	Read Review
#7 Agri-Fab 45-0320 42-Inch Tow Lawn Sweeper >>> BEST FOR: Pine needles	42”	90%	Read Review
#8 Scotts Outdoor Push Lawn Sweeper >>> BEST FOR: Moveability	26”	89%	Read Review

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What Does a Lawn Sweeper Do?

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It really is in the name–it’s a tool that sweeps off organic debris in the lawn. It’s mechanical, so it’s efficient and convenient to use. 

It makes a person’s yard work so much easier. 

You see

It can sweep off leaves, twigs, grass clippings, and other debris–organic or not–in the yard. 

It’s actually like a vacuum cleaner, only that it’s for the outdoors. 

How does it work?

The equipment has a rotating brush, which is responsible for sweeping the debris. The brushes turn manually when you push it. 

The materials or debris will then be deposited into a collection hopper. Once you’re done using it or once the hopper is full, you can then dispose of the debris. 

Look

This is the perfect partner for a lawn mower. When you mow the lawn, you will leave behind some grass clippings. 

In general, grass clippings are good. They can be left behind in the lawn because they can decompose quickly and they can become food for the grass. 

However

If there are large grass blades, though, they could cover the grass that is still growing underneath. 

This means that the growing grass is being smothered and is also shielded from the sun. This could cause damage to the lawn since the growing grass is not getting enough sunshine. 

That’s why

You need to remove the longer grass blades and the easiest way to do that is by using a lawn sweeper. 

It’s the same with the large debris. You have to remove them so that the grass will not be shielded from the sun. 

Just like a lawn mower

There is a dial in the lawn sweeper that allows you to adjust the brush height of the equipment. 

You also push it to work, and you do it across the lawn to completely cover the area. 

Another thing

The lawn sweeper can handle bigger debris like acorns and any similar larger and harder stuff that falls in your yard.  

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Who Needs a Lawn Sweeper?

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You might be asking, why should I buy a lawn sweeper, which is more expensive, when I can just use a rake?

Using a rake for a large lawn is going to be quite back-breaking. 

To answer the question

Those with large yards are better off having a lawn sweeper. It can efficiently sweep up fallen leaves, grass clippings, and larger debris like twigs, branches, acorns, and other fruits. 

Yes, you can use a rake to gather those things, but it’s going to be tough. 

Here’s the deal

The lawn sweeper can save you hours of yard cleanup, and it may also save your back. 

If you have to use the rake, you will also need to do some picking since you are only sweeping the debris to one area. 

With the lawn sweeper

There is a hopper that stores the debris. It’s so much easier to dispose of. 

You might actually start to enjoy doing the yard cleaning because of how easy it becomes with the lawn sweeper. 

So

Aside from those with big yards, the lawn sweeper is made for people who hate yard cleaning. That’s almost everybody, don’t you think?

It’s also for the elderly, who may be too frail or weary to actually do the work. 

Another thing

The lawn sweeper can also clear out dirt and dust from your patio and remove dirt from the walkway or driveway. 

It’s actually more than just a lawn sweeper as it is also a patio, walkway, and driveway sweeper. 

Moving on

There are two types of lawn sweepers:

• Push lawn sweeper
• Tow-behind lawn sweeper

The push lawn sweeper is actually the more common type. It is operated manually, which means that the brush starts working when you start walking and pushing the equipment. 

It’s a bit tiring but definitely it won’t hurt your back. 

Think of it this way:

It’s a great form of exercise. 

The rotating brush will be sweeping or gathering the lawn debris and moving it into the hopper bag. When the bag is full, you can simply empty it into the trash, or better yet, into a compost pit. 

On the other hand

You have the tow-behind lawn sweeper. Now, this is for really large yards like a commercial one. You put the sweeper behind a lawn tractor or a riding mower for it to do its work. 

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What to Look for in a Lawn Sweeper

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Here are the important things to consider when choosing the best lawn sweeper for your needs:

Type

As already mentioned, there are two types of lawn sweeper: the push type and the tow-behind. The latter is obviously more expensive but it’s more practical if you have a large yard. 

If you don’t have a lawn tractor or riding mower, then what’s the point of having a tow behind? That’s definitely something to think about. 

Sweeping width / path

This would depend on your yard. If you have a really large yard, then you also want something with a large width so that work would be easier. 

But a large width isn’t always practical. If you have a smaller yard, a large lawn sweeper may be inconvenient. 

In a way

You have to really look at your convenience. 

Hopper volume

How much can you accommodate in the hopper? If the capacity is small and you have a large yard with a lot of accumulated debris, then you would have to empty out the hopper many times in one use. 

You should consider the size of the hopper based on your needs–the size of your yard and the usual volume of debris your yard accumulates every few days. 

Brush-to-wheel ratio

The lawn sweeper comes with cylindrical brushes that would sweep up the debris in the lawn into the hopper. But the wheels drive the brushes.

The brushes spin faster than the wheels. 

This means

The higher the brush-to-wheel ratio is, the more the brushes spin for every rotation of the wheels. 

Price

While affordability is an important consideration, you have to make sure that you are not just buying something because it’s cheap. 

You should buy something that is practical–affordable but also of good quality. 

Warranty

A warranty gives you peace of mind. So, always look for equipment with a warranty. 

To know more about how it works, check this out:

The Best Lawn Sweepers 2022

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#1:  Craftsman CMXGZBF7124266 Hi-Speed Lawn Sweeper

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BEST FOR…
High-speed sweeping

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There are a number of reasons why you want to buy a lawn sweeper rather than rely on your fairly dependable rake. A major reason is speed. 

That is

You want to clean your yard fast and the Craftsman Hi-Speed Lawn Sweeper does the job quicker than most of its counterparts. 

Just looking at the specs, you will already know that this is fast. The brush-to-wheel ratio of this thing is 8.5:1. 

This means

You’ve got brushes that turn really fast. As a result, you work fast as well. 

The wheels are 11.5 inches by 2 inches, which are great at keeping up with the speed. 

Moving on

When you use standard tractors to two this lawn sweeper, you can empty the hopper from your seat. The hopper is only 22 cubic feet, by the way. 

To be fair, this isn’t really a bad capacity. It’s actually just fighting for its 42-inch sweeping width. 

Look

When you empty the hopper from the tractor seat, this only means that you can work even faster than this equipment already allows. 

There is also a matter of the lawn sweeper having six brushes so that you can clean up at whatever speed you prefer. 

Plus

It has an adjustable brush height for versatility. You can sweep up whatever you need to–from grass clippings to acorns and pine cones, to twigs. 

It also has a universal hitch so that you can easily tow it to whatever lawn tractor or riding mower you have. 

There is also the matter of price. This is a really affordable lawn sweeper!

It’s not all good

First, it was really hard to put together. Prepare to set aside between two and five hours to assemble this tool. 

Part of the difficulty is that some of the parts are not labeled properly. There are so many components that make up this product. The instructions are pretty confusing. 

Just so you know

This is a really efficient lawn sweeper that can do the work faster than most of its counterparts. The land sweeper can already clean the lawn fast enough, but this type of land sweeper is even faster. 

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MY RATING: 94%

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#2: Brinly STS-427LXH Tow Behind Lawn Sweeper

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BEST FOR…
Rugged terrain

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Not all yards are created equal. Some yards are luckily flat and even. Some are woefully rugged while others have a steep incline. 

The Brinly Tow Behind Lawn Sweeper is amazing with yards that are not even. It’s really well-designed. 

Let’s talk about the specifics

This alloy steel lawn sweeper has six high-velocity brushes. These brushes have indexed height adjustment for pickup efficiency. 

The sweeping width is 42 inches and the hopper capacity is 20 cubic feet. 

Next

The product has a patented storage design. It was created with simplicity in mind. The goal is for the sweeper not to take up much space when stored. 

Whatever you have in the lawn–leaves, grass clippings, and pine needles, among others, this equipment can easily clear them. 

You know what else?

This tool can also do a bit of dethatching. That’s not something very common among lawn sweepers, so you know that this is special.

When it comes to the height adjustment, you also have it easy with its twist-lock system. 

Now

This tool is also wonderful at picking up grass clippings. We know grass clippings can be good for the lawn in general, but you have to be wary about the long ones. 

It’s a good thing that this is an efficient piece of equipment. 

It’s fast, too!

Yep! You buy a lawn sweeper because you want to clean up real fast. With this product, you can work even faster. 

You’ll be surprised by how fast the hopper gets filled up. 

This is really sturdy, too. You should expect longevity with this Brinly. 

What’s annoying about it?

One, it’s really difficult to put together. This is a common problem among lawn sweepers but this one takes a bit of time especially if you assemble it by yourself. 

But that’s just a minor problem. The bigger problem is incompatibility. 

Here’s the thing

The drive gear is made of metal. However, the wheel gear is plastic. You can then expect that the wheel gear won’t last that long.

There are available parts but putting it back on the lawn sweeper is another pain and a wrong placement would make it hard for the product to work.

Should you buy this product?

If you have a lawn with rugged terrain or some steep inclinations, then absolutely! This is definitely among those that could stand the test of time, no matter how hard the situation is.  

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MY RATING: 94%

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#3: Earthwise LSW70021 Leaf & Grass Push Lawn Sweeper

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BEST FOR…
Small yards

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If you have a small yard, then you don’t really need a tow lawn sweeper. The Earthwise Leaf & Grass Push Lawn Sweeper will suffice.

You can exercise while doing some yard cleaning. 

That’s perfect, right?

It’s like hitting two birds with one stone. This has a 21-inch sweeping width. That should be enough to tidy up an average-size yard. 

It does a spinning rake-like operation to do the work. It’s lightweight, which makes this perfect for women or seniors. 

To complement that

This equipment is also easy to maneuver. And despite the weight, this is really quite sturdy. 

It’s also easy to store since you can fold it up and you can store it vertically. It won’t take up that much space.

About the operations

The bag is easy to attach or remove. The purpose of that is so you can empty it easily without having to lug the entire thing into your garbage bin or your compost bin. 

It comes with an adjustable sweeping height for versatility. You can just adjust the dial by hand–no tools needed. 

Also

This is easy to assemble. The tow-behind lawn sweeper has this reputation of being difficult to put together, but the push lawn sweeper doesn’t have that reputation. 

However

You have to understand that this is a light lawn sweeper. It’s great at picking up leaves, grass clippings and smaller twigs, but it’s not for heavier debris like rocks, pine cones, and acorns. 

For that reason, if you have these types of debris, you just need to work your yard slowly, especially since the wheels are made of plastic. 

Be careful!

You don’t have to rush through uneven ground with plastic wheels or they might break on you. 

Another con is that dumping the debris is going to be a bit of a workout. You have to detach the bag from the sweeper and then dump the contents and attach it again. 

If you have a lot of debris, then expect to sweat a lot!

Here’s something to think about

If you don’t have a large yard or you don’t have a lot of lawn debris, then just be more practical and go for a push lawn sweeper. It’s more affordable and you can have a good workout in the process. This product is easy to maneuver. 

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MY RATING: 93%

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#4: Agri-Fab 45-0492 Lawn Sweeper

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BEST FOR…
Hard debris

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The Agri-Fab Lawn Sweeper is ideal for hard debris like twigs and small branches and acorns and other similar products. 

This is also a really big lawn sweeper with the following dimensions: 75 inches by 55 inches by 52 inches. 

Moreover

This lawn sweeper can do a sweeping path of 44 inches. That’s really more than a decent-enough sweeping width. 

Another great feature is the height adjustment lever, which is easy to use. But more than that, it doesn’t slip and is meant to add to the optimum performance of this equipment

Conveniently

There is also a dump lever that you can use so that you don’t have to leave your tractor seat when you empty your hopper. 

Related to that, you also have a large hopper with a capacity of 25 cubic feet. That’s a large enough hopper in relation to its sweeping width. 

The hopper is also made for convenience. 

You see

The hopper bag is collapsible with a folding hitch. It’s not going to take up space in storage. 

In fact, the entire thing can be reduced to just 30% of its original size when you fold it up for storage. 

Quite great, don’t you think?

What’s not too great is the start process. You see, when the hopper is empty, the wheels only turn by a little over 50%. 

That means it would work perfectly when you’ve already put some debris into the hopper. If you want efficiency all the time, you should not empty the hopper at all times. 

Related to that

When you dump and the hopper is full, it’s quite difficult. You have to fight off the lever at this point. 

Not only that, the part gets bent easily when you try emptying the hopper while full. 

To conclude

If you have a medium-sized yard, this lawn sweeper is more than good enough. It’s particularly helpful when you have the harder debris to deal with like twigs and acorns.

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MY RATING: 93%

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#5: Ohio Steel 50SWP26 Pro Sweeper

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BEST FOR…
Large areas

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The Ohio Steel Pro Sweeper has a sweeping width of 50 inches. 

Isn’t that amazing?

Yep! That’s also the largest sweeping path in our list. That could easily do your work faster, which is ideal if you have a large yard. 

Of course, there’s more to this equipment than just the size. For one, it is great at picking grass clippings. 

While grass clippings can become natural fertilizer, the large blades could shade the growing grass. This means that sunlight could not penetrate the shielded grass. 

Having said that

The Ohio Steel equipment is great at picking up the longer grass clippings, which will be good for the yard. 

The hopper capacity is 26 cubic feet. That perfectly complements the large sweeping path. The hopper is also easy to empty, you just need to pull a rope. 

More than that

This piece of equipment is also really efficient. A lot of this has to do with the spiral brush sweepers, which have been patented. 

This patented part also helps the lawn sweeper to be more durable since it would put less stress on the gears. 

It’s also really easy to use. 

Unfortunately

The collector bag is not the best. It’s flimsy. 

There is also the matter of assembly. In theory, it’s easy to assemble. However, some of the pre-drilled holes do not align. 

To make it easier

You can drill your own holes into some of the parts of the sweeper. 

Also, there are parts of the lawn sweeper that get bent easily. You have to be quite careful in the handling of this equipment. 

All in all

This is an amazing piece of equipment for a large yard because of its 50-inch sweeping width. It’s definitely a must-have for large yards especially with many resident trees.  

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MY RATING: 92%

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#6: Yard Commander Tow Behind Lawn Sweeper

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BEST FOR…
Value for money

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The Yard Commander Tow Behind Lawn Sweeper is among the more affordable lawn sweepers in the market. 

But what is an affordable product if you have to replace them as soon as possible? 

Then it’s not as affordable as you think!

It’s a good thing that the Yard Commander is not that. In fact, the name actually sounds appropriate because this works like a true commander of the yard. 

It picks fallen leaves, grass clippings, and small twigs really well. It’s actually best with dead leaves. 

What to know?

This product has a 42-inch sweeping width. That’s good enough for a medium-sized yard. 

It’s great for large yards, too, but you just have to keep in mind that the hopper capacity is only 12.9 cubic feet for this tool. 

Moreover, it has four brushes, each with a diameter of 10 inches. The rubber wheels are 10.5 inches by 2.375 inches, which are actually quite large.

Next

This lawn sweeper has been painted with a rust-resistant powder coat. This is going to be necessary since this is a piece of outdoor equipment. 

The possibility is that it will be rained on or the heat of the sun will be zoning in on it. That would cause the paint to chip, but not if there is a rust-resistant powder coat finish. 

Then

It has a multi-hitch connection so you could link it with whatever lawn tractor or riding mower you have. 

The bag also seems top-notch, especially the bottom part. This means that even if you have to drive through rocky areas, that part won’t be ripped or damaged. 

Let’s talk about the disadvantages:

For one, this is difficult to assemble especially if you are planning on doing it by yourself. You should look for a partner to at least make it a bit easier. 

You will also need a handy wrench to complete the assembly. 

Another thing

It’s not quite easy to empty the bag. If you have a larger yard, then it’s going to be even more tiring for you since the hopper capacity of this lawn sweeper is on the low side. 

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MY RATING: 91%

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#7: Agri-Fab 45-0320 42-Inch Tow Lawn Sweeper

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BEST FOR…
Pine needles

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If you have a lot of pine needles at home, the Agri-Fab 42-Inch Tow Lawn Sweeper will be your best friend. 

Let’s start with the specifics

The equipment has a 42-inch sweeping width, which is actually good enough for most yards. However, the hopper capacity is only 12 cubic feet. 

The brush-to-wheel ratio is 4.5:1. It also weighs 77 pounds. The wheels are semi-pneumatic and are 11 inches by 2.5 inches in size. 

Moving on

The product comes with an instructional video. This makes things easier to assemble. 

Actually, people have complained that the product is hard to assemble. That’s only if you base it on the photos, which served as instructions. 

The thing is

It’s much better to watch the video and you’ll definitely get the hang of the assembly real soon. 

Even easier is the dumping. You can empty your hopper without ever leaving your seat. You just need to pull out the release rope. 

Unfortunately

The rope gets tangled easily. You need to sort it out before you start riding or you’ll be properly annoyed when doing the job. 

Also, it comes with a universal hitch so that you can tow it on any lawn tractor or riding mower. 

As far as operations go

This item really works well with pine needles and is also great with grass clippings. It’s really a great assistant in keeping the lawn clean. 

It also doesn’t skip. This means that it can sweep most things that you need off the lawn. You just need to do one sweep. 

You know what?

It really makes you work faster. That’s very important, which is exactly why you invest in a lawn sweeper. 

Sadly, that’s not always how it goes.

However

The painting job is not top-notch at all. You can see it chipping off in just a few months. 

Another gripe against this lawn sweeper is that it’s only great when the ground is flat and even. If you have bumps and slopes, then you’ll certainly have a problem with this product. 

Basically

This is the lawn sweeper you should buy if you have a lot of pine needles at home. Don’t get it wrong, this tool is also more than capable of clearing grass clippings and leaves, among others.  

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MY RATING: 90%

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#8: Scotts Outdoor Power Tools LSW70026S Push Lawn Sweeper

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BEST FOR…
Moveability

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The Scotts Outdoor Power Tools Push Lawn Sweeper is ultra light. It’s less than 20 pounds and that’s amazingly light for a lawn sweeper, even for the push type. 

To think

The sweeping width for this product is 26 inches. That’s actually quite good. If you have a small yard, you can do your work quickly. 

How it works is that when you walk behind the sweeper and push it, the bottom does a spinning rake-like action to clean your lawn. 

Even better

It may be called a lawn sweeper but it can also clean your patio, walkway, or driveway. That’s why it has an adjustable height, so it can be very versatile.

The adjustment knob is easy to turn. You don’t need any type of tool for it. 

It has a scratch-resistant coating, too. While the function is more important, it’s still great to have a product that will look good for a long time. 

Let’s talk about storage

It’s lightweight, so you can easily maneuver it to and from your storage area. But it’s more than that. You can actually make this smaller so that it won’t take up space. 

The debris bag is also durable.

Unfortunately

This is not really good at picking up wet debris. That’s aside from the hard debris like rocks or pine cones. 

Although, if you are buying a push lawn sweeper, you should already know that it’s not really for the harder and thicker debris. 

Another thing

There are times when the lawn sweeper sweeps something and throws them out front rather than into the hopper. 

That’s really quite annoying!

To wrap it up

This is a great lawn sweeper if you just have a small or average-size yard. It can clean up not just your yard but also your patio and driveway. It’s really quite versatile. 

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MY RATING: 89%

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In Summary

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Lawn sweepers allow you to clear your yard faster. But if you have the best lawn sweeper, you don’t just clean quickly, you can also do it more efficiently.

Here is a rundown of the best ones:

Best Tow-Behind Lawn Sweeper

The Craftsman Hi-Speed Lawn Sweeper can make your work even faster–faster than the regular lawn sweepers. It’s made for high speed. It’s also the best tow-behind lawn sweeper in the list.

Best Push Lawn Sweeper

If you have a small yard, there’s no need to invest in the more expensive tow-behind lawn sweeper. The Earthwise Leaf & Grass Push Lawn Sweeper is efficient enough to clean average-size lawns.

Best Lawn Sweeper for Rugged Terrains

Not all yards are the same. Some yards have uneven surfaces while some have steep inclinations and others are more bumpy. The Brinly Tow Behind Lawn Sweeper will be great for that.

Best Lawn Sweeper for Large Areas

The Ohio Steel 50SWP26 Pro Sweeper is ideal if you have a large yard. It has a 50-inch sweeping path, which is quite amazing.

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