Scotts Elite Spreader

Started taking care of my own lawn last year and neighbor decided he would too so we went in together and bought this spreader. It does a great job, spreads crabgrass preventer and fertilizer evenly. Can hold quite a bit of product but I only fill it up about half way seems to help me manage it better while walking my one acre yard. We always wash it out after each use and let it dry out before putting away. Hopefully will last for years to come.

GREAT QUALITY! EASY TO ASSEMBLE, 5 MINUTES, AT MOST. A MUST FOR YARD FERTILIZATION. VERY PLEASED WITH MY PURCHASE

over the Deluxe Rotary model. The Elite version spreads very evenly, and it is way better than the Deluxe model I have (admittedly about seven years old), which spreads too heavily on the right side and too lightly on the left side (and has since it was new). This spreader throws very evenly to the right, left, and out front. I couldn’t detect any material coming out of the rear (a good thing). Their claimed spread distance of six feet from left to right is pretty accurate. This model comfortably holds ~3/4 of a 50-lbs bag of fertilizer. The dial setting seems to closely match the often-referred-to Scotts Speedy Green Rotary spreader. For my application, the Lesco-recommended setting of 5.5 for their 30-0-10 fertilizer I used it to spread was spot on. I put it through quite the test - used it on five acres. I planned to use it only for about the first 1 – 1.5 acres and then switch to a pull-behind for the remainder, but honestly, it went so quickly that I decided to just keep going. After a good bit of walking, pushing, and fertilizer pouring, low and behold, I had the full five acres done! After I finished, this spreader was still going strong, so I feel pretty good that it will at least last a few seasons for me (maybe more). The edge guard works better than on the Deluxe, but it’s still not perfect. It actually closes the opening for the left side spreader, but a small amount still got through. Honestly, I wouldn’t tout the Edge Guard capability too highly, so if you plan to use it, be ready for a little bit of material to drop once you disengage the edge guard. One con: Sometimes, when the hopper is about 2/3 to completely full, the outlets don't close completely when the handle is released unless you pull and release said handle quickly a couple of times. This didn't happen often, but I wonder if it will get worse with more usage as springs begin to lose tension/strength. It helps to remember to release the handle quickly, not slowly, in order to get the outlets to close when desired. Lastly - I use spray Teflon to lubricate the cables, gear boxes, axles, handles, and the open/close tabs at the bottom of the hopper. I believe this helps keep these items from sticking as time and use goes on, and it won’t make the fertilizer cake/stick to those areas like grease or oil will. Remember to wash it off and let it dry after using before applying the lubricant. Good luck and enjoy!

This Scotts Elite Spreader does a really good job overall. It’s easy to assemble and feels sturdy and well-built. The large hopper capacity is a big plus since it covers a lot of ground without needing constant refills. It spreads evenly for the most part, which helps keep the lawn looking consistent. The only reason I’m giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is that occasionally the distribution can be slightly uneven, especially on turns, so you have to pay a bit of extra attention while using it. That said, it’s still a very reliable and efficient spreader, and I would definitely recommend it for regular lawn care.

Makes the job so much faster. Didn't clog like the smaller one that I purchased at a local store. Easy to put together and very little assembly required. Holds plenty of material with fewer refills.

Great scotts spreader . Edge guard is nice feature. Easy assembly

I am very disappointed. The return window ran out after 90 days. I bought it early, at Scott's suggestion, so I would be all ready for spring. What's going on? I used it 3 times. The third time I used it this season, it stopped working (the rotters wouldn't turn at all) in the middle of trying to put down Scott's Max Green, now what???? For a hundred dollars, save your money, looks cool, but breaks after 2 and 1/2 uses. Seems kind of expensive per use, I'm not that rich. Normally I love Scott's, but this is a huge disappointment. Called Scott's Consumer Service line. Spoke to someone who didn't know what they were doing. After 32 Minutes, I decided Scott's wasted enough of my time. Said they would refund my money if I cut something off the spreader and send it to them. He/she? didn't know how my money was going to be refunded. They were very confused! What a disappointment! I have NEVER EVER had this type of service from Scott's, EVER. Got a reply back from Scott's to call the same number I originally called. Guess they didn't read my comments, just the rating I gave them. Continuing to disappoint me. Called back and ordered the kit to fix. I will let you know how it turns out. BTW the lot number is printed on the green upper guard on the left hand side facing the spreader. They are going to ask you for this number., It starts with a 17 or 18. Well here we go again I had to call customer service and ask for the repair kit it doesn’t appear the first order was ever made so Here we go again I’ll let you know how things turn out hopefully well I’m really excited about the spreader itself. Receive the kit it was very easy to install it took less time to install the kit then it would to cut off the cable and mail it I give Scott’s a lot of credit for Identifying a problem and actually fixing it free to the customer Scott’s hasn’t let me down !!

Very please with its performance

The hoppers, a good size the edge guide works fairly well. Just don’t think that the edges perfectly straight where it’s shooting the particulate out of the hopper. It has metal turners in the bottom, dual hopper drop of the fertilizer so that the old plastic ones were garbage as the gears would wear out in no time. I bought two as mentioned above because the price was so good. And please to this point as I’ve done my 2 acre lot a couple of times and gives a better spray area. I think I’m about 7 feet or more so less walking as it has a dual spreading device under it compared to a single.

Really pleased with this, having bought many spreaders before, this was study and easy to use and fully assembled.

Work well and good construction. Only problem was the trigger to hold the hopper open did not latch but for my small area did not matter too much. Overall a good product.

So far I love this speader east to set up and use. The app works well for mapping out your lawn and giving new comers to the lawn care industry some helpful tips and guidance. Only con is I wish it had air tires as I feel the plastic are cheep and won't last.

This spreader works very good. Spread the fertilizer evenly. Recommend