Being electric-powered, lightweight, and low cost, how could this tiller do more than a mere light-duty job? Well, I found out! This thing has muscle, is mobile, and is tough. The ergonomics are quite favorable. Even the "dead-man" switch can be held without effort or thought. Also. it can easily be transported, as in a car trunk. I'm now a advocate.
I did my research and decided on an electric tiller. I have 6 raised garden beds ( 8' x 4' each ) and the soil was hard packed and completely wired with roots. This tiller did a great job cutting through. I had to stop twice to clean the dead roots from the blades. The motor (12 Amp) never varied speed. I give this tiller a strong endorsement. My soil looks fantastic!