Ratings & Reviews for Scotts Broadcast Spreader 6.25-lb Capacity Compatible with Fertilizer, Seed
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What Customers Are Saying
Customers are divided on this battery-powered spreader. Many praise its ease of use and convenience for small yards, appreciating the trigger operation and minimal effort required for light tasks like seeding and fertilizing. However, a substantial group reports significant frustration with mechanical failures, describing the motor as weak and the unit stopping after minimal use despite fresh batteries. Several note it jams with ice melt and granular materials, requiring constant manual intervention. Overall, while many find it suitable for small-scale work, reliability concerns and performance inconsistencies leave others deeply dissatisfied.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Battery operated and easy
Would RecommendThe spreader is easy to use and is lightweight. Great for spreading grass seed on a patchy lawn. It can also be used for spreading ice melt.
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It is battery operated
Would RecommendI love that it’s convenient and easy to use for small areas you want to touch up.
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Go online (easy to find) to get settings advice.
Would RecommendIt's good for a smaller yard--don't want to bother with a bigger spreader (and storing it). The setting does take some research online--what's on the bag does NOT match a handheld spreader.
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Consistent application of fescue
Would Not RecommendNot having to hand crank allows for a consistent application.
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Spreads well - works better if the hopper is full
Would RecommendI decided to try a motorized spreader because I hoped the fertilizer distribution would be more even since the motor speed would be constant in contrast to that of a manual hand-held spreader, which can be affected by the speed the crank is turned. In that regard I was happy with this spreader. The only real issue is that the insides of the hopper need to be steeper, so that the fertilizer flows evenly to the "exit hole" (not sure what else to call it). As it was, I had to occasionally push the ...
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Quality spreader - worth buying
Would RecommendGreat little spreader. Does a very good job at evenly distributing seed or fertilizer. Has various speeds and is easy to use.
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Na
Would RecommendIt is an easy with battery than push hard and hurt my arm
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Easy, effective spreader
Would RecommendEasy to use and good at even spreading
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Easy to Use
This was the perfect size for our smaller yard.
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Great product at a great price!!!
Would RecommendWorked perfectly!!!
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The dial on the front adjust the quantity of produ
Would RecommendI like that the broadcast is adjustable so that less product is wasted where it’s not needed. I also like that it’s battery powered which makes it so much easier to use.
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Spreaders for a small lawn does seed or fertilizer
Would RecommendThis is a great little spreader we have a small long and don't need anything bigger
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