Lawn Roller

N o matter what type of soil your garden has, a lawn roller might come in handy. Regardless of your method, if you wish to establish a flat green surface, or simply get rid of any type of damage done by frost or moles, it is easier to do so with the proper equipment, rather than trying to manually achieve the same result. So, to help you find the ideal product that will fit your needs, we provide you with the best recommendations.

Top 11 Lawn Rollers Comparison

Photo	Product Name	Item Dimension	Item Weight	Type	Filling	Material	Roller Capacity	Rounded Edges	Price
Best Overall	1. Brinly PRC-24BH	34 x 19.5 inches	40 pounds	Push and Tow-behind	Water and Sand	Sturdy Poly	28 gallons		Check Price
Our Choice	2. Toro 20601	26 x 13 x 24 inches	4.55 pounds	Push and Tow-behind	Sand	N/A	16-20 pounds		Check Price
	3. Agri-Fab 45-0267	50 x 30 x 18 inches	20 pounds	Push and Tow-behind	Water	Smooth-finished plastic, poly	30 gallons		Check Price
	4. Brinly PRT-36BH	48.5 x 24.2 x 24.5 inches	64 pounds	Tow-behind	Water and Sand	Poly	76 gallons		Check Price
Best for Small Lawns	5.Lawn Stryper LM408111B	25.5 x 10 x 5.8 inches	8.85 pounds	Push and Tow-behind	Sand	N/A	16-20 pounds		Check Price
	6. Brinly PRT-48SBH	59.9 x 19 inches	60 pounds	Tow-behind	Water and Sand	Sturdy Poly	54 gallons		Check Price
Best Budget-friendly	7. Goplus Heavy Duty Poly Roller	19.6 x 16 x 49.5 inches	19.5 pounds	Push and Tow-behind	Water	Steel	16 gallons
Best for Heavy-Duty	8. Ohio Steel 60T	65 x 27.5 x 24.5 inches	225 pounds	Tow-behind	Water	Steel and powder coating	1150 pounds		Check Price
	9. Precision Products Inc PLR1848	48 x 18 inches	52.6 pounds	Push and Tow-behind	Water and Sand	Poly with a yellow dichromate finish	54 gallons		Check Price
	10. ROVSUN 16-Inch	49.5 x 19.5 x 16 inches	19.8 pounds	Push and Tow-behind	Water	Steel	16 gallons		Check Price
	11. Goplus Tow Behind	36 x 12 x 44 inches	30 pounds	Push and Tow-behind	Water and Sand	Steel and powder coating	N/A

1. Brinly PRC-24BH

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It measures 34 inches in length and 19.5 inches in width, and it has a weight of 40 pounds when empty, and 270 pounds when full. It features durable construction, as its sturdy poly roller drum is rust and dent resistant, as well as immune to weather damage regardless of the season. It is able to hold up to 28 gallons of water or sand, and it features a push-pull combination, thanks to its removable handle, which makes it perfect flattening any type of lawn damage.

It comes with rounded edges, so you don’t have to worry about it leaving marks in your lawn, while thanks to its scrapper bar, it will always be clean with no debris on it. Additionally, thanks to its extra-large filling opening, you won’t have any problems filling it up or emptying it, while its compact size allows easy storage. It comes with a universal hook-up hitch pin, which will universally fit any rider or tractor, so you won’t have to worry about it not matching your tractor.

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2. Toro 20601

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It can not only flatten the land but also assist you as you mow your grass. It can be used with or without a bagger attachment while it provides your grass with a unique pattern. You can choose between checkered, stripes or diamond-shaped angles, or swirls and turns.

It can be easily attached to any 20 or 22 inches walk-behind mowers while all the equipment required for its assembly is a Phillips screwdriver. It measures 13 inches in width, 16.50 inches in depth and 24 inches in height and it has the capacity of holding up to 16-20 gallons of dry sand. Weighing only 4.55 pounds when empty you can easily store and move it around.

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3. Agri-Fab 45-0267

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It is made of smooth-finished plastic, with a rust-resistant poly drum and it measures 18 inches in length and 24 inches in width. Efficient to smooth and flatten the soil, there will be no more heaves made from moles or frost and no more ‘bald’ spots in your, otherwise, perfectly green lawn. It has a removable and universal hitch, so, depending on your method you can either push or pull it along.

It comes with a removable drain plug, which provides you with an easy way to fill or empty it, as it can hold up to 250 pounds of water. It is easy to handle, maneuver and store when empty, as it weighs 20 pounds, so you won’t have any difficulties in moving it into your garrage. It also has a well-designed channel bar, placed right above the roller, bar which will make sure there is no excess debris or dirt on the drum. It also comes with 1 year warranty from the moment of your purchase.

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4. Brinly PRT-36BH

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Ideal for any type of frost-damaged lawn; its extra-large 24-inch diameter will flatten any type of heaves, molehills or heavy soils. You can fill it up with sand or water, according to your preferences, as it can support up to 76 gallons. However, it is quite heavy once filled, going to up 690 pounds.

Thanks to its rounded edges it will never destroy your perfect soil. As soon as you finish your job with it, it can easily be drained, thanks to its 1.625-inch diameter hole and 1.5-inch thread size. It will be easy to manually maneuver it and store it, as it weighs, when empty, only 64 pounds. It is ideal for packing down newly sewn seeds or sod, or you can use it with a tractor over dry soil.

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5. Lawn Stryper LM408111B

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It can be attached to any 20-22-inch residential walk-behind, self-propelled and push lawn mowers, while it can also shape the grass in whatever design you want. Coming in three different colors, black, green and red, you can match it with your other gardening tools for a more professional look, and it can work with or without a bagger.

Thanks to its easy-to-attach system, it can be assembled and fully working in 15 minutes with the help of a screwdriver. It can hold up to 16-20 pounds of dry sand. It measures 25.5 inches in length, 10 inches in width and 5.8 inches in depth and it weighs only 8.85 pounds when empty. Thus, you can easily store it and maneuver it. Additionally, it comes with a pattern guide for you to style your lawn to your liking.

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6. Brinly PRT-48SBH

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It measures 59.5 inches in length, 19 inches in diameter, and it has a weight of 60 pounds. It is a tow-behind model which allows you to easily place it behind your garden vehicle and even the ground. It is capable of holding 54 gallons of either water or sand according to your preferences, and it has a weight of 485 pounds when full. Additionally, it has rounded edges, thus you won’t have to worry about it damaging your lawn.

Thanks to its compact design, it provides you with easy storage, while the scraper bar it comes with, will prevent grass and debris from sticking onto the roller, thus helping you avoid making a mess. Moreover, it comes with an extra-large diameter fill opening which allows you quick filling and emptying. It comes with a limited warranty of 2 years from the moment of your purchase.

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7. Goplus Heavy Duty Poly Roller

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With an “U” shaped handle for a more comfortable push and pull maneuverability, it is easy to operate. It has a removable drain plug which allows you to fill it up with 16 gallons of water and it will roughly weight 150 pounds when full. It measures 19.5 inches in length, 16 inches in depth and 49.5 in height, and its drum is made of steel, while its surface is spray-treated to prevent rust.

In addition, it has rounded edges, for optimal results, as it will not damage your lawn not even when taking a sharp turn. It weighs less than 20 pounds when empty, thus providing you with mobility and easy maneuverability. Additionally, it offers you the freedom of choosing how you want to use it, by pushing or towing it behind another gardening tool.

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8. Ohio Steel 60T

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It measures 65 inches in length, 27.5 inches in width and 24.5 inches in depth, and is more on the heavy side as it weighs 225 pounds, when empty. It can be filled only with water, so you have to drain it whenever the temperature goes below 32 degrees F. It has a large capacity of 1150 pounds and it is recommended to use Ethylene Glycol Anti-Freeze together with the water you fill it with. It comes with a tethered drain plug which comes in handy when you wish to fill or drain it quickly.

It has a durable steel frame that will last you for years, an attractive and durable powder coat finish, which gives it excellent scratch and weather resistance, and it has heavy-duty towing brackets to ensure the lawn roller won’t come loose. Its heavy-duty drawbar attaches to most tractors and ATVs, and it can easily smooth out ruts or mole tunnels, but it is advised not to go with it over rocks, stone or slate. Thanks to its smooth edges you won’t have to worry about it leaving tracks in your lawn. It comes with a 1-year warranty from the moment of your purchase.

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9. Precision Products Inc PLR1848

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It measures 18 inches in width and 48 inches in length, and it weighs 52.6 pounds when empty. It has a capacity of 54 gallons, and it can be filled with both water and sand, according to your preferences. If you require a smaller one, it does have a 36-inch version.

It has a sturdy and durable poly drum, which is dent and rust-resistant, with a yellow dichromate finish, and it comes with a scrapper bar which will keep all debris away from it. Additionally, it features a double-way of working, as it can be used either as a tow-behind or by pushing it. It comes with a hitch pin, so you can easily use it with your tractor, but it does require assembly. It comes with a limited 90-day warranty from the moment of your purchase.

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10. ROVSUN 16-Inch

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It is made of steel, so it is strong and durable, and it can hold up to 16 gallons of water when filled. It measures 49.5 inches in height, has a drum width of 19.5 inches and a diameter of 16 inches, therefore not only will you have a flat lawn in a matter of minutes, but you won’t have to pass over the same spot twice. When empty, it weighs 19.8 pounds, thus you can easily move it wherever you want, while thanks to its large draining hole, you can easily empty it before storing it up.

Additionally, it has a ‘U’-shaped handle, which provides you with easy operation, and it allows you to easily pull it or push it depending on your needs. It comes with an easy setup, and, thanks to the scrapper bar it is equipped with, you won’t have to worry about debris being stuck on its surface. Moreover, it comes with rounded edges, so it won’t damage your lawn as you use it.

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11. Goplus Tow Behind

It measures 36” in width, 12” in diameter, and 44” in length, therefore it will help you even your lawn fast, while its drum is made from steel and treated against rust and sinking. Additionally, you don’t have to worry about it damaging your lawn, as it has rounded edges. It can be either pushed or towed behind a residential tractor, and it offers versatility for both open and tight spaces.

Its handle has a ‘U’ shape, which guarantees increased maneuverability, while its scraper bar will make sure to keep the cylinder clean. While it is relatively lightweight when empty, 30 pounds, it can be filled with either water or sand which, according to what you’re going to use will raise its weight considerably, as it will reach 165 pounds – when filled with waters, and around 240 pounds – when filled with sand. Furthermore, in case you need an even larger unit, it does have another version, which measures 13” by 36”.

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How to care for your lawn

Everyone wishes to have a beautiful and luxurious lawn, one that will be deemed the most breathtaking one from the neighborhood. With green shades and colors, the jewel that sits in your yard will tell the world how much you care about it; or, on the contrary, how much you neglect it. Thus it is best to always care for your lawn.

But not many know how to properly take care of grass, despite it not that pretentious, at the first glance. However, when you take a second glance, there are several grass types to choose from and almost all of them have peculiar conditions in which they thrive. So, in order to have the best lawn out there, know what type of grass you wish to have.

Grass types and uses

Before you jump to the grass itself, think about what you intend to do with your lawn. Do you have children? Pets? Does your house stay in shade most of the year, or is it lightened up by the sun all day round? What about the climate? And last but not least, what would you like to plant? Do you wish to take your chances at planting the seeds of your new lawn, or do you like to have something faster, like a sod? Think about your choices and choose what suits your house best.

• ‘Tough’ grass – best for active families which like to practice sports. An example of this type of grass is the sport-turf one: hybrid Bermuda or zoysia.
• ‘Sunny’ grass – dormant during wintertime, it is drought-tolerant. Types of this grass are Kikuyu and zoysia. But, as a downside, this type of grass requires often grooming.
• ‘Shade’ grass – a cold season variety, this type of grass – Kentucky Bluegrass – has a high tolerance for shade. It spreads fast and can be used to fill out spots

Seasonal grass

As seasons change, you might want to try something new, as a green lawn even in grey, rainy days is a great way to brighten up your mood. If so, there are several types of grass you can consider then next time you want to make a change.

• ‘Cold’ grass types – Kentucky Bluegrass, Perennial Ryegrass, Fine Fescue, Tall Fescue
• Transitional grass types – Zoysia Grass, Bermuda Grass
• ‘Warm’ grass type – St. Augustine Grass, Centipede Grass, Bahia

Keeping your lawn healthy is also important, regardless of what type of grass you wish to plant. So, be sure to keep weeds out, to aerate the soil and water it plenty. If you see any spot of dry, dead, grass, be sure to replenish it with a fresh batch. Of course, do not forget to fertilize the future grass seeds if you wish to have your perfect lawn back, next season.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Verdict

To have a perfectly green and flat lawn is a dream, who, anyone owning a yard has had at least once. You can easily accomplish it, by using the right gardening tools, as a roller will help you get not only plant the grass seeds deeper into the soil, but it will also help to deal with frozen earth. While all of the above-mentioned units can support your effort for a perfect yard, some differ from the others through some features.

Best Overall : Brinly PRC-24BH
If you’re looking for a roller which can be filled with both water and sand, and which can be easily either pushed or pulled, then Brinly PRC-24BH might be exactly what you’ve been looking for. Made from sturdy poly, it will make sure to help you even your lawn, while also passing with flying colors the test of time. Even more, it won’t damage the earth thanks to its rounded edges.

Our Choice : Toro 20601
If you prefer to not only flatten your lawn but also stylize it at the same time, then Toro 20601 can make your dream come true. It can be used with or without a bagger attachment, and it requires only a screwdriver to have it all set up for your use. You have the freedom of choosing how you wish to use it, by pulling or pushing it, and it can be filled with either water or sand according to your preferences.

Best Roller for Small Lawns : Lawn Stryper LM408111B
All yards require maintenance, and the small ones are the hardest to keep if you don’t use a matching tool. Lawn Stryper LM408111B is the perfect fit for small lawns, as it is compact and easy to maneuver around all types of areas, tight or large, ensuring there will be no spot left unattended to. It features easy installation, and it also provides you with the ability to stylize your grass in a pattern while flattening it.

Best Budget-friendly Lawn Roller : Goplus Heavy Duty Poly Roller
You don’t have to spend hundreds of dollars to keep your yard in top shape, as Goplus Heavy Duty Poly Roller offers a solution for all pockets. But don’t let its, under $100, asking price to fool you into thinking it can’t provide you with high quality. On the contrary, it has a capacity of 28 gallons, which can be filled with either water or sand, and it offers you a versatile modus operandi.

Best Lawn Roller for Heavy-Duty : Ohio Steel 60T
If you need a sturdy roller, which will flatten the soil fast, you should consider Ohio Steel 60T. It features a large capacity, of 138 gallons, while the steel frame and durable powder coat finish enable it to be used for a lengthy period without worrying about rust or corrosion. Compatible with most residential tractors or ATVs it can only be filled with water for increased convenience. Even more, it won’t damage the ground as it comes with rounded edges.