The side panels detach for use as a flatbed cart, and there’s a handle for dumping the contents. Plus, it could open up the world of gardening and landscaping to those who might not have the ability to push or pull a loaded-down cart. The SuperHandy garden cart is a versatile self-propelled vehicle great for hauling hefty loads and cumbersome items. We pulled and pushed the carts (except the self-powered SuperHandy), and we noted how easy it was to maneuver them in tight spots.Īs we tested, we awarded points based on a rubric at the end of the testing, we added the points and used them to help determine the best categories and awards for each model. We analyzed the quality of the materials and checked the essential parts, including the carts’ undercarriage, axles, wheels, and handles, for any signs of weakness. We noted the ease and length of time for assembly of those carts that required being put together. We felt the listed maximum load was pretty close to what the cart would carry in all cases except the Gorilla Dump Cart. We loaded each cart to the brim although unable to weigh the contents of each load, we estimated the weight and determined whether we felt the cart could carry the manufacturer’s maximum capacity. However, since the carts offered different functions and various load limits, we also had to adapt the tests to suit each model. We used similar testing procedures with all the carts to provide fair and uniform results. Photo: Glenda Taylor How We Tested the Best Garden Carts ALSO CONSIDER: Vivosun Heavy Duty Collapsible Folding Wagon.BEST COLLAPSIBLE: Black+Decker Collapsible Wagon.BEST UTILITY: Polar Trailer Utility Cart.BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK: Gorilla Carts 600 lb.RUNNER-UP: Worx Aerocart 8-in-1 Wheelbarrow / Yard Cart / Dolly.BEST OVERALL: SuperHandy DC Li-Ion Powered Utility Service Cart.Whether you’re looking for a light-duty cart you can fold for easy storage or a beefy, self-propelled model, chances are the best garden cart for your needs will be in this lineup. Most will have a low center of gravity and a flat bottom for added stability. Quality models are easy to maneuver and offer plenty of carrying capacity. Then we took them over rough terrain and down slopes, really pushing them to their limits to deem how well they handle.Īdditionally, we inspected each cart’s construction to ensure the necessary durability to withstand outdoor elements and occasional garden mishaps. We loaded them down with the gear gardeners, landscapers, and DIYers would typically haul around. We tested a variety of garden carts-both light-duty and heavy-duty models-to see if they lived up to the manufacturer’s claims. In general, garden carts offer more stability than wheelbarrows that have only a single wheel, which makes them prone to tipping under heavy loads. A garden cart is a wagon with two or more wheels used to tote garden tools or materials, such as earth, stones, and plants.

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