Customer reviews from Scotts
Scotts - Turf Builder EdgeGuard Mini Broadcast Spreader - Green
Average customer rating
3.8
(1,328 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 1,328 reviews
5 Stars
758
4 Stars
144
3 Stars
73
2 Stars
82
1 Star
271
75%of customers recommend this product.
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254 out of
338)
Customer Reviews for Scotts - Turf Builder EdgeGuard Mini Broadcast Spreader - Green
Customer Rating
1
No Instructions, No Help
on March 29, 2018
Posted by: Shoeman
from Southern California, CA, USA
Gender:Male
Expertise:Intermediate
Spreader came in an empty box, no instructions as to operation, settings, troubleshooting, etc.
Tried to find the settings for my Marathon 15-15-15 fertilizer for my new sod on the website.
It said the UPC was an "invalid number".
Disappointing.
Tried to find the settings for my Marathon 15-15-15 fertilizer for my new sod on the website.
It said the UPC was an "invalid number".
Disappointing.
Cons: Difficult to use, no instructions!
Response from ScottsBy Customer Service, April 2, 2018
We apologize for the issues you have encountered with your Turf Builder Edgeguard Mini Spreader. We would be interested in speaking with you in further detail so that we can provide assistance with this as well as a solution to your problem. If you would like to further discuss this, please contact us here: http://tinyurl.com/mds8zo5
Written by a customer while visiting Scotts
Customer Rating
1
Did not last a year
on October 25, 2017
Posted by: Preston
from North Carolina
Gender:Male
Expertise:Intermediate
The spindle in the bucket that allows material to flow has broken off after just a few uses on a 5000sq ft yard. The wheels collect material and leave clumps burning the lawn. This works and it’s cheap but I guess you get what you pay for. I won’t buy another not that I’m looking for a replacement I’ll find another brand.
Pros: Easy to Use
Cons: Didn't work as expected, Messy
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from ScottsBy Consumer Services, October 25, 2017
We apologize for the issues you experienced while using our spreader. We want you to be confident in our products, this is why we offer a product guarantee. If you would like to further discuss this, please contact us here: http://tinyurl.com/mds8zo5.
Written by a customer while visiting Scotts
Customer Rating
4
Love the Edgeguard
on November 20, 2017
Posted by: PhotoSME
from Sun Prairie
Gender:Male
Expertise:Intermediate
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have had two Scotts Turf Builder Edgeguard broadcast and they hold up for me with no wheel issues. I love the edgeguard, it really is so good.
The only knock on this model it's the "Mini" model and holds one 5,000 sg ft bag. I would suggest spending the extra $10 for the larger model which holds 2 bags of Scotts fertilizer.
Pros: Easy to Use, Effective
Cons: small size
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Scotts
Customer Rating
5
love love
on November 22, 2017
Posted by: Tina1921
from Simpsonville, SC, USA
Gender:Female
Expertise:Intermediate
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was glad to have a spreader that is very small enough to get around my small beds. I didn't get any seed in those small bed. i'm glad scott came out with a mini spreader
Pros: Easy to Use, Effective, Good Directions, Quality, Value
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Scotts
Customer Rating
5
easy to use spreader
on May 18, 2012
Posted by: Lewis
from white plains, NY
Gender:Male
Expertise:Expert
I replaced an older drop spreader with this one. It is so much better, and there is no metal pieces to rust out. Settings are simple to dial, and are accurate (although I usually go a bit lighter than recommended). Excellent results a few weeks after application.
Pros: Quality, Easy to Use
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Scotts
Customer Rating
5
Amazing Product
on November 28, 2017
Posted by: jp28
from Atlanta, GA, USA
Gender:Male
Expertise:Expert
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This product works amazing. The edge guard really helps with the seeds not spreading on my driveway or side walk.
Pros: Easy to Use, Effective, Good Directions, Quality, Value
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Scotts
Customer Rating
1
Design FlawS
on June 28, 2017
Posted by: Steve02026
from Dedham, MA 02026, USA
Gender:Male
Expertise:Intermediate
In order to save $2, Scotts and his engineering (or finance) team, are selling a product with design flaws:
Product collect inside the wheels and dumps clumps of fertilizer, burning the lawn. This specially happens when turning.
Secondly: why in god's name the rotating plateau is below wheel level?
if it was just an inch higher, the fertilizer would go over the wheels and not inside.
Please keep in mind that this issue is exacerbated when you need to apply on wet grass.
A simple cover, a better design of the wheels, or 2 extra inches of tubing would have avoided this REALLY annoying issue that made me return this piece of junk.
I am seriously wondering if anyone at Scotts has ever tried this product.
Product collect inside the wheels and dumps clumps of fertilizer, burning the lawn. This specially happens when turning.
Secondly: why in god's name the rotating plateau is below wheel level?
if it was just an inch higher, the fertilizer would go over the wheels and not inside.
Please keep in mind that this issue is exacerbated when you need to apply on wet grass.
A simple cover, a better design of the wheels, or 2 extra inches of tubing would have avoided this REALLY annoying issue that made me return this piece of junk.
I am seriously wondering if anyone at Scotts has ever tried this product.
I would have gladly paid an extra $5 to avoid having those issues.
Cons: Didn't work as expected, Messy, fertilizer collects inside the wheels, uneven distribution of product: leaves burn marks
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from ScottsBy Consumer Services, July 5, 2017
We are sorry to hear that our Turf Builder Mini Broadcast Spreader disappointed you. We want our consumers to be satisfied, so we are saddened when we hear otherwise. If you have any other questions or concerns, please contact us here: http://tinyurl.com/mds8zo5.
Written by a customer while visiting Scotts
Customer Rating
5
Small and compact.
on November 21, 2017
Posted by: justme
from Macomb, MI 48044, USA
Gender:Male
Expertise:Intermediate
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] When I opened the box, I was surprised at how small, and light the product was. I very much like that the handle can be folded back down to save space in my crowded garage and repacked in its box between uses. All directions are clear and on the spreader for ease of use. Being mostly plastic, rust can't happen, and it can be rinsed off after use. Currently, I had used a handheld crank spreader, not liking how a drop spreader lacked control. This product changed my mind. Very easy to use, good control, and being so light, unused fertilizer can easily be poured back into the container. I liked it.
Pros: Easy to Use, Effective, Good Directions, Quality, Value
Cons: none
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Scotts