11 best garden sprayers

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

To maintain a garden in the country or in the courtyard of a private house, as well as in the case of commercial cultivation of fruits and vegetables for sale, a gardener cannot do without a sprayer. The device is used to apply poisons to fight pests, or to supply nutrients as plant nutrition. Since 80% of the absorption in shrubs and trees is through the leaves, good spraying is necessary. Here is a ranking of the best garden sprayers based on their characteristics and owner reviews.

How to choose a garden sprayer

Before considering the rating, let's touch on the main criteria for choosing a garden sprayer:

1. Roominess and weight. The sprayer reservoir can be from 500 ml to 20 liters, which determines how often the process has to be stopped and the container refilled. But the larger the tank, the harder it is to carry, especially in a spacious garden area.
2. Fishing rod and hose length. With a short flexible hose of 1 m, the sprayer must always be held in the hands or on the shoulder. The length of 2-3 m allows for manipulations, leaving the device on the ground. A 40 cm rod is only suitable for shrubs and beds. To spray tree crowns, a rigid tube is needed, 1.0-1.5 m long.
3. Pump rod and nozzle materials. The durability of the product depends on the materials used. The plastic elements will last for several seasons. The iron rod and nozzle will last up to 10 years.
4. Tank material. The walls of the tank are exposed to chemicals, so the tank should not be made of soft plastic. It is also advisable to choose a translucent tank in order to see the flow rate of the liquid.
5. Adjustment possibilities. The presence of a valve or a ball valve on the fishing rod allows you to set the throughput and regulate the supply of the substance.
6. Complete set with nozzles. Additional attachments included in the kit will help you use the sprayer for whitewashing tree trunks, car washing.
7. Mounting loops. With a large mass of the device, it is important to pay attention to the loops to which the belts are fixed. They must be thick to support the load, otherwise mobility with the sprayer will be significantly reduced after they break off.

Also, garden sprayers are divided according to the method of supplying chemicals. It is with such categories that our rating is compiled.

11 best garden sprayers

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best pump sprayers	1	MAROLEX Profession plus, 12 l	RUB 2,990
	2	FISKARS 1025934 5 l	RUB 2,130
	3	GARDENA Comfort 867-20 3 l	RUB 5,509
	4	Archimedes 90955 6 l	RUB 1,451
	5	HYDRO UNIT Green meadow 8 l blue	RUB 4 83
	6	Solo 401.0	1 225 RUB
Best Handheld Linkage Sprayers	1	GARDENA 00804-20.000.00, 0.5 L	6 70 rub.
	2	Marolex Mini	1 75 rub.
The best backpack sprayers	1	MAROLEX TITAN 16	RUB 4,900
	2	Bertani Olimpia 12	RUB 4,581
	3	Cicle OG-112 Beetle	1 289 rub.

The best pump sprayers

The pump mechanism is a small hand pump built into the tank body. The operator uses the piston to create pressure to push the fluid outward. This technology allows you to only periodically work with your hands, acting on the pump, and then use the pressure reserve, focusing on the spraying process.

MAROLEX Profession plus, 12 l

Rating: 4.9

In the first place in the rating is the professional model of a garden sprayer with a capacity of 12 liters. A convenient handle from the pump pump is provided for pumping pressure. The tank has powerful legs and is stable even on soft ground. It is convenient to carry the sprayer thanks to the two straps with soft pads, which users like in the reviews. The flow rate is controlled by a ball valve on a fishing rod. The sprayer handle is ergonomic and contains a stop so as not to slip out of your hands. The modular nozzle with a hole diameter of 1.5 mm allows you to adjust the spray pattern. Additionally, nozzles are provided for whitewashing and washing vehicles.

We put the product in the rating because the garden tools have a special mixer inside. The device provides mixing of the contents and does not allow a thick sediment to form on the bottom. This is especially practical in the case of soluble gardening or renovation products.

Advantages

• powerful pump;
• ball valve on a fishing rod;
• there is a mixer inside;
• many nozzles-nozzles included;
• universal application possibilities.

disadvantages

• heavy (14.5 kg) filled;
• high price;
• tube length 50 cm;
• dimensions 835×220 mm take up a lot of storage space.

FISKARS 1025934 5 l

Rating: 4.8

In second place in the rating is a product from the Finnish manufacturer Fiskars. The garden sprayer has a wide mouth for pouring drugs and water. To protect the container from bursting, a pressure relief valve over 3 atm is provided. The owners in the reviews note the convenience of adjusting the nozzle, which can be adjusted from shallow irrigation at 60 degrees to a jet feed in order to act on a plant or wash a bicycle. A strainer is built into the handle of the holder to prevent clogging of the sprayer. The garden apparatus can be carried on one shoulder. The operator pulls the long trigger to open the feed. A round neat valve on the other side of the handle helps to adjust the flow.

According to our experts, the garden sprayer stands out for the possibility of fixing the rod to the body by means of a side clip. This makes it very easy to move with the machine to the far end of the garden. It is even more convenient to draw up the solution and pump up the pressure – the nozzle at this moment does not lie on the ground, clogging up with dust, and the operator has a free hand.

Advantages

• tank made of plastic resistant to aggressive chemicals;
• optimal weight 6 kg;
• filter in the handle;
• formation of the jet shape.

disadvantages

• short fishing rod;
• plastic trigger for opening the stem;
• uncomfortable pump handle;
• no other nozzles included.

GARDENA Comfort 867-20 3 l

Rating: 4.7

The third place in the rating was taken by a product from a German manufacturer. This is a well-designed, high-quality pump-action garden tool. A powerful handle is provided to build up pressure, well wrapped in the operator's hand. To make it more convenient to open the lid, the engineers provided it with footrests. Thanks to them, the device stands well on the ground and is held by the operator during the rotation of the plug. The polypropylene body can withstand pressures up to 3 bar, after which the safety valve is triggered. The owners in the reviews praise the sprayer for the 175 cm long hose, thanks to which the working area of ​​the device is expanded. Operation is allowed at temperatures up to +40 degrees. Filling with liquid takes place without spilling onto the floor thanks to the wide mouth.

We included the sprayer in the rating due to the high quality of the German assembly. The nozzle is covered with plastic on the outside to protect the nozzle from impacts, and on the inside the channel is made of chemical resistant brass. The pump mechanism works here much easier than that of competitors, which is confirmed by the owners in the reviews.

Advantages

• there is a footrest;
• pressure relief safety valve;
• long hose 1.75 m;
• wide filler neck.

disadvantages

• high price;
• the fluid intake tube may spontaneously disconnect;
• opens tight.

Archimedes 90955 6 l

Rating: 4.6

The fourth place in the ranking is occupied by a sprayer from a Russian manufacturer. The device is produced in a white polypropylene case and has a volume of 6 liters, which is optimal for carrying and allows less interruption of work for refueling. It is easy to carry garden tools with a shoulder strap – unlike the above-mentioned participants in the rating, this model has steel carabiner rings. It is easy to monitor the flow rate through the translucent walls. The supply of the substance is opened with a long trigger. There is also a valve for adjusting the amount of sprayed material. The boom nose is successfully bent at 45 degrees for ease of holding and aiming the jet at the target.

This garden unit has taken its place in the ranking due to its affordable price. Despite this, the sprayer is not inferior in tank strength to branded models and withstands both fertilizers and chemicals against pests well. The owners in the reviews note a particularly comfortable grip with a rubber insert, so that it does not slip out even in sweaty hands.

Advantages

• embossed surface of the handle;
• volume 6 l;
• the curved nose of the rod is convenient for access under the upper leaves;
• durable reservoir.

disadvantages

• short bar – 45 cm;
• small bottom area reduces stability;
• inconvenient to disassemble for refueling.

HYDRO UNIT Green meadow 8 l blue

Rating: 4.5

This category of the rating of the best garden sprayers is continued by another Russian model developed for the chemical protection of plants from weeds, diseases and pests. But the unit belongs to the category of universal, so it can be used for disinfecting premises, performing repair work (whitewashing, painting with non-viscous substances), washing windows. The 8 liter tank is acid resistant and has a long service life. The operator has the ability to regulate the supply of the drug by rotating the plastic valve. The valve is opened by a short trigger.

Our gardening experts liked the 80 cm fine spray radius of the garden product. This allows you to cover the green area faster. The model also has a handle with annular protrusions. Although this design has turned out more to save material, it contributes to better ventilation between the plastic and the operator's hand. For the price, this sprayer is also the leader in the rating among large models.

Advantages

• affordable cost;
• there is a carrying strap;
• universal use for spraying in the garden, cleaning windows;
• capacity 8 l.

disadvantages

• all plastic parts;
• short hose 100 cm;
• unstable base;
• the weight of the filled apparatus is 9 kg.

Solo 401.0

Rating: 4.4

Closing the rating is a hand-held sprayer with a pump, designed for a small green area. The tank volume is only 1 liter. A pump handle is provided on top for pumping up pressure. The tank is made of frost-resistant plastic, which is well tolerated by ultraviolet rays. The owners in the reviews especially like the stylish design of the garden unit, which will perfectly fit into the interior of the home flower greenhouse. Spraying is switched on with the thumb using the upper button. The device is held by the rigid bob handle. Through the translucent body, it is easy to determine the remaining liquid. The nozzle is adjustable for the thickness of the pressure and the degree of atomization.

A feature of the garden product for which the sprayer got into the rating of the best is the change in the angle of inclination of the nozzle. Thanks to this, the nozzle can spray the solution directly, at an angle of up to 45 degrees up and down. It is practical in the case of broadleaf plants to carefully treat the lower green tiers. A shield around the nozzle prevents chemicals from entering the operator.

Advantages

• stable base;
• Beautiful design;
• ample opportunities in the direction of spraying;
• good build.

disadvantages

• relatively high cost;
• it is inconvenient to untwist it by holding the round body

Best Handheld Linkage Sprayers

The linkage mechanism is simpler in design, since it does not require a reservoir that can withstand a pressure of several atmospheres. The liquid is supplied by pumping with a lever. But the technology implies a constant impact on the trigger, otherwise the spraying will stop. Hand-held garden sprayers are used to care for indoor plants, flowers, shrubs in a greenhouse or small beds.

GARDENA 00804-20.000.00, 0.5 L

Rating: 4.9

The first place in the rating of lever sprayers belongs to the German garden machine with a capacity of 500 ml. Previously, the product came with an orange bulb, but for the past few years it has been shipped with a blue tank. Liquid intake is carried out through a tube from the bottom of the tank. A mesh is provided at the end of the suction nozzle, so the nozzle remains protected from sand or undissolved particles in the water. The nozzle is equipped with an embossed rotary wheel that allows you to simulate the spray pattern from fine dispersion to a point, but powerful jet. This functionality is convenient both for irrigation with fertilizers and for weed control between cultivated plants.

We have added this product to the rating due to the high quality of German assembly. In the reviews, the owners report that the sprayer design has no backlash, the trigger does not dangle, it presses tightly and the solution is immediately supplied. Others report that the garden model has been with them for 12 years, which fully justifies its cost.

Advantages

• a filter in the tube protects the nozzle from clogging;
• indicator of the remaining liquid;
• durable body;
• Four-finger pull on the trigger eases the strain on the hand during prolonged use.

disadvantages

• high price;
• small spray radius – 15-20 cm;
• may leak when turned to horizontal position.

Marolex Mini

Rating: 4.8

The second place in the rating of lever-operated hand sprayers was taken by a product from a Polish manufacturer. The model is made in the form of a bottle, and is available in 500 and 1000 ml capacity, which corresponds to the name 'Mini'. The owners in the reviews note the ease of pressing the trigger. There is a mesh at the end of the suction tube to keep debris out of the nozzle. The fluid is supplied by acting on the trigger. The jet is regulated by rotating the relief nozzle wheel. The garden bottle stands firmly on any surface thanks to its wide base. To fill the vessel, you need to unscrew the sprayer with the lever. The plastic of the body is designed for herbicides, insecticides and fertilizers to stimulate growth.

The model got into the rating of the best because of its more affordable cost and ergonomics. A vessel with a narrow top and an expanding bottom stands out for its versatility, therefore, it has found application not only in the garden area, but is also actively used by the owners when ironing linen, washing windows, cleaning. I like the product and hairdressers who use a sprayer to wet hair.

Advantages

• filter on the suction pipe;
• accurate transfer of solution;
• convenient sprayer shape;
• light trigger mechanism.

disadvantages

• slides in hand;
• the trigger only holds two fingers;
• all elements are made of plastic.

The best backpack sprayers

The knapsack-type gardening machines are put on two operator's arms, which ensures an even distribution of the load. Thanks to this attachment, the sprayers are produced with an increased capacity (10-20 l), which is practical for high productivity and a large garden area. In order not to take off or put on regularly a bulky structure, the device has a lever for continuous pumping with the operator's free hand.

MAROLEX TITAN 16

Rating: 4.9

The first place in the rating in this category is given to the 'Titan' model with 16 hp. The unit is made of durable and lightweight plastic. In the upper part of the body there are two necks – one for filling the solution, and the second serves as an inlet to the pump. The wide double shoulder strap makes it easy to put on the sprayer like a backpack and carry it for 40-60 minutes without interruption. The rod is made of acid-resistant steel. The owners in the reviews like the model with a telescopic fishing rod, so it can be sprayed with it both small shrubs, 30-50 cm high, and garden trees. The base of the tank with the lever mechanism is securely and free from play.

In this garden knapsack sprayer, everything is thought out to the smallest detail, for which the product got into the rating of the best. The rod tip pivots up and down, the handle has raised finger tabs for a secure grip, and the pump lever can be rearranged to both the right and left for left-handed users. The valve train also uses glass balls instead of metal ones, so the assembly is not subject to corrosion.

Advantages

• long-term work;
• suitable for large plantations;
• you can use moss removers;
• durable reservoir.

disadvantages

• high price;
• the weight of the filled sprayer assembly is 20 kg.

Bertani Olimpia 12

Rating: 4.8

The second place in the rating was taken by the Italian model of the sprayer. Although the garden knapsack apparatus is simple in design, everything is thought out for easy operation. On the left there is a neck, 10 cm in diameter for easy filling of liquid. In the center, the manufacturer has placed a rigid handle to carry and lift the unit. Two shoulder straps are adjustable in length. The tank holds 12 liters and the maximum flow rate is 620 ml / min. Users in reviews praise the product for the stainless steel springs, which increase the resource of the lever mechanism. It is designed for half a million clicks. There is a transparent scale on the side wall to help determine the residual substance.

The garden model of the knapsack sprayer made it to the rating thanks to its extra fine spray pattern. The nozzle is capable of literally creating mist, which saves fluid consumption and helps spread it evenly onto foliage. Even at the sprayer, the hose from the backpack to the fishing rod contains three layers together with a braid. This protects the tube from refraction at bends, UV rays, frost or mechanical damage.

Advantages

• wide neck (10 cm) for easy filling;
• easy pumping with a pump during spraying;
• capacity 12 l;
• flat compact body shape.

disadvantages

• the belt digs into the shoulders (thin pads);
• bar 70 cm without the possibility of layout;
• the bracket holder must be purchased separately.

Cicle OG-112 Beetle

Rating: 4.7

The rating is closed by a sprayer for a garden from a domestic manufacturer. The Zhuk model is one of the most famous on the Russian market. The tank holds 12 liters of solution and has a scale for monitoring the level. A powerful lever on the left is used to pump up pressure, which cannot be rearranged to the other side. But the device is distinguished by a convenient fishing rod with a rubberized handle, a feed valve and a rotary nozzle. The owners in the reviews say that with jet spraying, trees up to 3 meters high can be processed. All sprayer materials tolerate herbicides, pesticides and fertilizing well. To take a break from the weight, the operator can place the equipment on a wide base.

This model was included in the rating due to its price, the most affordable in the category. Such a product is optimal for caring for plants in the country or processing a vegetable garden up to 4 acres. Despite the budget design, the sprayer has a telescopic fishing rod that can be extended from 65 to 100 cm, which some brand models may envy.

Advantages

• low cost;
• telescopic bar;
• filter in the suction tube;
• flow rate up to 800 ml / min;
• tank for 12 liters.

disadvantages

• thin flexible hose gets tangled and breaks easily;
• the straps of the anchors do not hold the specified strap size;
• leaks when working with a jet;
• the straps dig into the shoulders.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.