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Sun Joe AJ805E 15-Inch 13-Amp Electric Dethatcher and Scarifier w/Removeable 13.2-Gal Collection Bag, 5-Position Height Adjustment, Airboost Technology Increases Lawn Health, Green
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Brand | Sun Joe |
Power Source | Corded Electric |
Material | Alloy Steel |
Color | GREEN |
Style | Electric |
Item Weight | 27.1 Pounds |
Cutting Width | 15 Inches |
Number of Positions | 5 |
Operation Mode | Manual |
Product Dimensions | 24.4"D x 19.3"W x 12.2"H |
About this item
- [IDEAL]: For revitalizing small to mid-sized lawns.No Load Speed (rpm) 2990.Length of Cord (ft.) : 1, Deck Cleanout : No.
- [POWERFUL]: 13-amp motor rakes a 15" wide path to get your job done faster
- [SCARIFIER]: Function to cut grass roots for thicker growth, healthier lawns
- [AIRBOOST TECHNOLOGY]: Spring steel tines for maximum thatch pickup
- [MAINTENANCE FREE]: No gas, oil or tune-ups
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| — | — | $199.00$199.00 | — |
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| ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ |
Weight (lbs)
| 21 | 27 | 27.1 | 36.4 |
Dimensions
| 23.74"D x 17.43"W x 11.6"H | 24"D x 20"W x 12.5"H | 24.4"D x 19.3"W x 12.2"H | 26.5"D x 18.75"W x 16"H |
Cutting Width
| 12.6 Inches | 13 Inches | 15 Inches | 14 Inches |
Number of Positions
| 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
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Brand | Sun Joe |
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Power Source | Corded Electric |
Material | Alloy Steel |
Color | GREEN |
Style | Electric |
Item Weight | 27.1 Pounds |
Cutting Width | 15 Inches |
Number of Positions | 5 |
Operation Mode | Manual |
Product Dimensions | 24.4"D x 19.3"W x 12.2"H |
Item Weight | 27.1 pounds |
Manufacturer | Snow Joe |
ASIN | B08WJQPHRG |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | AJ805E |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #4,053 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden) #12 in Walk-Behind Lawn Mowers |
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LET YOUR LAWN BREATHE. Get a picture-perfect lawn with the 15-inch Electric Scarifier + Dethatcher from Sun Joe®. Noticing dry, browning patches on your lawn; and watering just isn't cutting it? You've probably got thatch build-up! Scarifying your lawn at regular intervals cuts grass roots and encourages growth for thicker, healthier turf. And regularly using a dethatcher helps cut down on dense masses of roots, stems, and grass clipping that build-up over time.
While ordinary manual rakes are tiresome to use and not very effective, the electric dethatcher starts instantly with the push of a button and easily gets the job done without polluting the atmosphere with toxic carbon emissions. Powered by a robust 13-amp motor, Sun Joe rakes a 15-inch wide path in a single pass to get your job done fast. Featuring enhanced AirBoost technology, the raking spring steel tines maximize thatch pick-up and stay sharper, longer for maximum performance. Equipped with a 5-position depth control knob, Sun Joe let's you tailor the raking depth from 0 in. (0 mm below the soil) to 0.4" in. (10 mm above the soil), and your scarifying depth from -0.4 in. (10 mm below the soil) to 0 in. (0 mm above the soil).
No gas, oil or tune-ups make the Sun Joe® dethatcher your green choice for greening your lawn. Plus, every Sun Joe is backed by our complete 2-year warranty.
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Light weight | 4.7 | — | 4.5 | 3.7 | 4.8 | 4.6 |
Easy to use | 4.4 | — | 4.3 | 4.0 | 4.8 | 4.1 |
Maneuverability | 4.4 | — | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.5 | 4.4 |
Easy to assemble | 4.6 | — | 4.5 | — | 4.7 | 4.3 |
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power source | Corded Electric | AC | ac | ac | Battery Powered | Corded Electric |
material | Alloy Steel | Stainless Steel | Plastic | — | Stainless Steel | Alloy Steel, Metal |
cutting width | 15 inches | 16 inches | 13 inches | 16 inches | 14 inches | 13 inches |
number of positions | 5 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | — |
operation mode | Manual | Electric | Manual | Manual | Manual | Automatic |
weight | 27.1 pounds | — | — | — | 15.56 kilograms | 20 pounds |
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Customers like the appearance, weight and performance of the lawn mower. For example, they mention it looks nice and green, it's very lightweight and easy to put together out of the box. Customers also like the ease of use, and value. That said, some complain about the size and capacity. For instance, they say the provided collection bag is too small and useless.
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Customers like the performance of the lawn mower. They say it is easy to use, effective, and powerful. They also mention that the 2 blades work well to aerate and scarify the lawn. Some say that the safety mechanism works well.
"...Despite the instructions warning against going bagless, it worked fine...." Read more
"...and is more affordable this way. A product that is not under designed, just not over designed...." Read more
"...It worked perfectly. We used both dethatcher and scarifier (seriously bad lawn). It was amazing how much yard junk it got up...." Read more
"...This is a very powerful little machine that will pull up an unbelievable amount of thatch and dead grass out of your lawn...." Read more
Customers find the lawn mower easy to assemble and use. They say it's simple and efficient in picking up thatch. Some mention that it does a good job digging up thatching and slightly aerating the soil.
"...- easy to assemble - only tool needed was a Philips head screwdriver..." Read more
"...The height adjustment on this works wonderfully. It's simple, easy, and solid.Highly Recommend!" Read more
"...But this is not my use.Easy installation: Be aware how to correctly install the tines.Corded hassle: Yes. I hate cords with a vengeance...." Read more
"...Super easy and smooth to operate." Read more
Customers like the value of the lawn mower. For example, they mention it's well worth the money, the price point is good, and it saves them a lot of money. Some say the quality of the product is insane for the price, and that it'll be an affordable tool for minor restoration and maintaining of lawn.
"...He showed me pics of his usage, and I figured, why not? It was relatively inexpensive, costing about the same as a one-time rental of a dethatcher..." Read more
"...It's much easier with less effort to get the job done. and is more affordable this way. A product that is not under designed, just not over designed...." Read more
"...Overall, great purchase for the money. A must for a homeowner." Read more
"...the grass collection bag was full, which in my opinion makes it completely useless...." Read more
Customers like the weight of the lawn mower. They mention that it's very lightweight, making it less destructive in tight areas and easier to maneuver. Some say that the unit is inexpensive and a good light duty unit.
"...As the aforementioned video states it's a good light duty unit that's far cheaper than a commercial unit but an extra pass does the job...." Read more
"...The machine is very easy to operate. It is not self propelled but is light and easy to push...." Read more
"...I can use this machine myself any time I want to. It’s lightweight and starts easily with the push of a button! Kudos to Sun Joe!" Read more
"...This helps rip them up and allow my grass seed to take root.It's light and compact size allows me to store it just about anywhere...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the lawn mower. They say it looks nice and green, and is more healthy looking. Some say that the lawn looks better with the thatch gone. Overall, customers are satisfied with the appearance and functionality of the product.
"...A product that is not under designed, just not over designed. Yes there are better units for heavier use (like commercial)...." Read more
"...scarifier works great also and has really made my lawn thicker and look good. I use a 12 gauge 15 amp cord for it without issues." Read more
"...It was quick, easy, and fun. It resulted in the fastest and most lush new lawn I've ever seen. Is that worth $115?..." Read more
"...Cosmetic Blemish unit...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the quality of the lawn mower. Some mention that it helps with growth, pulls an unbelievable amount of dead grass out of the yard, and gets up a lot of thatch. Others say that the bag is flimsy, the device is not sturdy, and is not professional grade. Some customers also mention that the trigger feels cheap and floppy.
"...found that moving it to the "-5" setting worked even better and caused no damage. On the areas where we had moss, I moved it to the "-10" setting...." Read more
"...When I put this together yesterday I was apprehensive. The handle felt cheap. It went together cheap...." Read more
"...It also did a great job of pulling up thatch. In some places, perhaps too good of a job. I didn't use the scarifier...." Read more
"...seemed somewhat of a gamble, as many were saying how this device is not sturdy and breaks._ Well. I'm here to say...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the size of the lawn mower. They mention that the collection bag is too small, the wheels are not that big, and the provided cable clips are too small. Some customers also report issues with the metal arms not fitting correctly into the main dethatcher.
"...I didn't find the bag too awful to work with. It is small, but I kept a wheelbarrow nearby for dumps every few rows and didn't need to mow, rake or..." Read more
"...So, the grass ended up being extra short, which is its own thing. So after a good test, I decided to bag the mower approach...." Read more
"...After I had the handles assembled I discovered that the provided cable clips are too small to use and the cable is at least eight inches too long...." Read more
"...Back wheels are too small...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the capacity of the lawn mower. They mention that the bag fills up quickly, and it's a pain to empty it frequently.
"...The SJ got up even more material (esp. dried out moss), so the mower filled too fast...." Read more
"...It pulls up so much stuff into a relatively small bag that it fills up very quickly...." Read more
"...Within a few feet the grass collection bag was full, which in my opinion makes it completely useless...." Read more
"...Bag fills up fast but it is a whole lot faster than raking...." Read more
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We take pretty good care of our lawn/yard (it's not perfect, especially in the area that used to have an above ground pool, but we try). It's a larger lot (about 1/4 acre) in our neighborhood, and we mow every week with a push mower. We alternate weeks of mulching and bagging, so we really didn't think there would be very much thatch coming up. Boy were we wrong. We started off with my husband cutting and bagging the grass in one direction, and, as he moved to a different section of the yard, I started with the Sun Joe going in the opposite direction, using the dethatching attachment. I followed him around the entire yard doing this. Because we didn't use the bag on the Sun Joe (see "cons" below), he then went OVER the thatched material with the lawnmower to bag it up - first in one direction, and then he did the entire yard AGAIN in the other direction to ensure that it was all picked up. We were going to use our Billy Goat blower, but figured that would make an absolute mess, so we opted for the mowing route. Total time for about 9000sf - 4 hours. And well worth every minute.
I should have taken photos, but rest assured that I was completely and utterly dumbfounded at the amount of dead grass and compost-like material that we raised, and it takes quite a bit for me to be impressed by a yard machine.
Pros:
- easy to assemble - only tool needed was a Philips head screwdriver (also, make sure you push the angled handle portions of the metal tubes ALL THE WAY into the body of the machine - many review complain about this, but I can see where the issue is not pushing in all the way). The rest of the handle is assembled using large, easy to turn plastic thumbscrews. Very convenient.
- the height/depth settings are easy to change. Simply push the green t-handle in and move it to the setting you choose. I tried the "0" setting first so as not to damage any grass, and found that moving it to the "-5" setting worked even better and caused no damage. On the areas where we had moss, I moved it to the "-10" setting. Moss no more.
- works exactly as described and as needed - they're not inflating the value of this machine, I can safely say.
Cons:
- the bag. As most other reviews stated, the bag is a joke. True, but we just left it off. See above for how we picked it up without breaking our backs raking.
Notes: seriously - make sure you're using the right size extension cord. I used a 12 gauge cord at 100 feet and had ZERO problems. Machine didn't shut off, overheat, or otherwise explode. Also, you can use a tiny bungee cord to wrap around the handle to keep it powered as you move through your yard. The angle of the power switch can get a little uncomfortable over time.
Overall - 5 out of 5. I wouldn't change a thing - even the bag. It would take a REALLY big bag for it to be convenient, and the only other option would be a giant vacuum, so I can't count that against them.
When I put this together yesterday I was apprehensive. The handle felt cheap. It went together cheap. I know I can fix the handle if need be, but I don't much care for thinking about it when I'm putting together brand new things.
Once everything was together, however, it felt ok.
It came with the scarifier installed, so I had to switch that out. It would have saved me an extra trip to the tool room if I'd known it was a 10mm bolt. If it says so anywhere, I missed it. So keep a 10mm socket or wrench handy. Switching it out for the dethatcher was simple and easy.
Now, my lawn isn't pretty. In fact, I've been fighting with it off and on for about a year now. It finally occurred to me it needs dethatching, so here we are. If it has ever been dethatched, it was a long, long time ago.
Due to the current heat wave I had about 1 1/2 hours between melting and darkness to take care of business. After mowing the lawn I brought out the dethatcher.
It's not self propelled, exactly, but it does tend to pull itself forward just by the way it operates. If my lawn were flat I would have had no trouble at all moving it around, however medium-ish dips and bumps would block its progress. I had to twist it a bit to get it to continue. Not really a big deal, and certainly not a problem with the design. Sure, you could maybe trim some of the plastic off the front to minimize this problem, but that would leave exposed quickly rotating pointy sharp things, which is a bad idea. Next time I'll carry a bucket of dirt with me and use this as an opportunity to even out the lawn somewhat.
The instructions say to walk this forward and go over the lawn in an orderly, once-over type fashion. That's probably the best way to do it.
For most folks.
I, however, didn't have much time for such things, nor is my lawn orderly, either by condition or shape or anything.
So at times I used this more like a vacuum cleaner.
I also didn't use the bag. I followed the advice of other reviewers here and used my mower to clean up.
A wise move.
Mowing my front lawn typically fills my bin half way. After using this, and going over the lawn again with the mower, I nearly filled two bins.
Maybe you won't have that problem. Maybe your lawn has been cared for properly. Mine hasn't.
It's something to be aware of. Aside from the thought of emptying the dethatcher bag every 30 seconds, I've filled my green and trash bins, and that was with just my front yard. My back yard is over twice as big, so any more work of this nature is going to require trash bags or my neighbor's bins. If you have limited means of disposing or storing cut grass, you want to plan your lawn care schedule accordingly.
Despite the instructions warning against going bagless, it worked fine. I didn't feel anything get thrown at me, but then I was wearing shoes and jeans. If you're doing your yard work in a Borat Mankini your mileage will vary...just please don't be my neighbor.
One of the reasons I bought this over the other brands is the switch. The safety switch on the competition looked very awkward, and the reviews confirmed that. I'm not interested in awkward, and when it's too much of a hassle to operate the switch folks tend to leave the gear running rather than fight to turn it on again, which makes things LESS safe. It's like requiring a password that's so 'secure' and complex you pretty much have to write it down to remember it, making it less secure than requiring something simpler.
This switch isn't terrible. In fact, I got used to it quickly, so I didn't have any problems.
One huge pet peeve of mine is equipment that doesn't work for tall folks. I'm 6'4", and I can't tell you how many times I've had to stoop and slouch just to work with stuff designed for 'normal' people only. I was a little concerned about this.
I didn't have to worry. No slouching or crouching was required. This makes me VERY happy!
The height adjustment on this works wonderfully. It's simple, easy, and solid.
Highly Recommend!
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It is lightweight so I can easily lift it up to get to different levels of our lawn.
It is foldable and easy to store when you don't need it.
I do recommend a heavy duty extension cord to prevent the motor from bogging down and overheating. I bought an AmazonBasics 12/3 SJTW Heavy-Duty Lighted Extension Cord and it worked really well.
There were no real problems or complaints but at this price you need to have realistic expectations of what you are getting. It feels really flimsy because it really is. A few times the machine couldn't pull through the thatch and uneven ground and when I twisted the handle to free it, there was a lot of flex. The motor is very strong, up to the job, and never stalled out, but the chassis is questionable. Still it got the job done and am satisfied with the machine, so not a deal breaker for me. I didn't want a big heavy steel machine that I couldn't lift.
The catcher on the back is almost useless. It works but has a very small capacity. I kept a bucket at each end of the lawn and emptied it after each pass. I just hate raking that much! Our back yard lawn was in much better condition so I just left the catcher off and did a light raking afterwards. Still not a deal breaker for me. A bigger catcher would mean bigger stronger chassis and a heavier machine which is not what I wanted. I'm only going to use this once a year so it was ideal for my purposes.
So knowing what I know now, I would definitely buy it again. The scarifier blade works great. Relatively easy way of preparing the lawn for overseeing and Spring cleanup.
Just remember to get a 12 gauge extension cord.