Customer Reviews for Agri-Fab SmartSpreader 130 lb. Push Broadcast Spreader

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Yes, I am happy with this purchase.

Easy to assemble and appears to be well designed and built. Bought it for ice melt and only used it once; with good redults.

Unit is made with high quality parts and looks to be built to last. Only had 1 issue with incorrect washers included and Agri-Fab communicated back right away and shipped new ones. Definitely recommend having a helper to assemble, will go much faster than solo. Unit is easy to handle and built for large yards

Product is well made. Assembly takes about an hour and definitely is easier with 2 people. I had 2 incorrect washers packed with my spreader; I emailed and they shipped out right away. I have only used it once on my 35000 sq ft yard and so far so good!

Assembly was easy for a do-it your-selfer. Spreader seems to be built to last. Much better built than a plastic Scotts brand spreader. Works well.

This seems to work fine, unlike a Scott's spreader I bought earlier this year and returned. It took a while to put together but not really difficult, just a lot of parts. This spreader works fine. It is a bit "huge" but it got better reviews than the smaller version, so I went with this. It's probably overkill for a 12,000 sq ft lawn, but that's my problem. I would recommend this product if you want something that works and your lawn is not too small.

Spreader was fairly easy to assemble using the step by step instructions provided. Everything seems to work as it should, spreader is very strong and should last many years. Parts are readily available also.

Great product. Well built. Easy to push. Still getting use to the flow control lever.

Great spreader and holds a ton of material. My yard isn’t level or smooth, but the tires just float across with ease. The only reason I didn’t give five stars is because I was missing a few small pieces of hardware, that I had to wait an additional 4 days to receive. Other than that I love it!!!

You pay $175 for a spreader and you expect ALL of the parts to be there for assembly, WRONG!!! You put in a call to Agri-Fab’s “customer-service” and you expect someone to contact you, WRONG!!! SHAME ON AGRI-FAB!!! If you’re thinking about purchasing one of these spreaders, WRONG!!! Think-again...

Well constructed and functions as promised... It hold 80 lbs without effort.

This was left over the summer in a outdoor shed in upstate NY. It did not get wet but just from dampness it rusted to the point where the wheels would not even turn Hopefully I can salvage it

When fully loaded with 50 lbs. of material it can be quite hard to push, especially uphill on a hot summer’s day! The differential gets stiff and needs to be cleaned and lubricated from time to time. Overall happy I’m happy with this spreader.

If you live anywhere that is damp or humid beware. I left this in a dry enclosed shed in upstate NY. Gear box froze and many parts rusted. Very cheap metal parts!

When I opened the box and took out all the parts, I found a loose cotter pin in the box. I was surprised that it hadn't fallen out. As it turns out, I needed the cotter pin. Should have been in the parts bag. All parts were there and went together we'll. Big pneumatic tires work well on lawn and hills.

So much better than my previous spreader! Love the large capacity, higher handles and better wheels.

Worth the extra money, beats all the cheap spreaders hands down.

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Missing a required bolt. I needed to visit a local hardware store, paid $12 for replacement nuts and bolts, nothing an exact replacement but made it work. Very discouraging to find items missing.

Based on the experiences of others regarding putting the spreader together, I was anticipating a difficult time. But, honestly, I had no problem. I just followed the directions closely. The spreader works well on pasture, which is where i need it for. Only criticism I have is, since it is not one of the spreader types on the pre-emergent herbicide I was using, I had to guess at setting.

So far so good, cover that was purchased was below average on quality.

Purchased this 130 lb. push broadcast spreader to replace my 15-year old spreader from another manufacturer. I spent a few hours assembling it, probably longer than usual, but I took my time by reading the assembly instructions and then watched the assembly video that is available on the Agri-Fab web site. The spreader appears to be of very good quality. Please note that the maintenance of the gear assembly requires grease and a few other areas require oil for lubrication. The gear assembly has no grease applied to the gears when shipped, so suggest removal of the gear assembly cover and grease the gears before any assembly of the spreader. Once assembled, then oil the few areas as indicated in the owner’s manual. The above is required for maintenance of the spreader, but not before the first use of the spreader, but I believe it should.

The spreader seems to be made of good quality materials. The hopper is very large, actually bigger than expected. The wheels make it easy to push. The reason I gave it a 3 star is because getting the shoot to seal completely off is a problem. I have made several adjustments but I don't feel it is correct.

this is the absolute best spreader i have ever owned. i love the fact that you set the lever at to how much will spread, and don't have to hold a handle lever down. makes it much easier. that, and the pneumatic tires. very helpful. and sturdy. my last one was old, but also would occasionally tip over if too much was put in. the very large capacity tub is clutch!

After searching for a new spreader and many reviews later, this spreader was my purchase. I am happy with my decision. I would recommend it to my friends/family.

The broadcast door doesn’t shut fully. You have to reach down underneath to shut it.

This spreader works great. If u r looking for a quick & easy spreader look no further.

Great product!