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We recently reviewed motorized wheelbarrows and checked out the SuperHandy Utility Service Cart. These nine carts are not motorized, but you can hitch some of them to a quad or ride-on mower. They are an easy way to save hurting your back and get garden work done even faster – and with less effort.
In our opinion, I have arranged them from a gardener’s perspective, ascending to the best three. Coincidentally, the top three are from the same brand – blame the opinion of others and a good product for that. The Amazon reviews number is the percentage of reviewers that awarded the product a 4-star or 5-star rating.
Choosing the Perfect Garden Helper
| Rank | Garden Cart | Material | Wheels | Dimensions | Load Capacity | Unit Weight | Amazon Reviews | SG Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #9 | Hikenture Folding Wagon Cart | Collapsable | Composite | 36.22 x 21.65 x 14.96 inches | 176 lbs | 20.7 lbs | 96 | 0.80 |
| #8 | Sunnydaze Utility Cart 400 lbs Capacity | Steel | Pneumatic 10-inch | 34″ L x 18″ W x 9″ D | 400 lbs | 35 lbs | 78 | 1.04 |
| #7 | SuperHandy Wagon Utility Cart Hand Truck Manual | Steel | Pneumatic 10-inch | 36.75 x 19.75 x 7 inches | 400 lbs | 44.9 lbs | 87 | 1.06 |
| #6 | Sunnydaze Heavy-Duty Steel Dump Cart 660 Pound Capacity | Steel | Pneumatic 10-inch | 37.5″ L x 20″ W x 10″ H | 660 lbs | 48.5 lbs | 71 | 1.09 |
| #5 | Best Choice Products Heavy-Duty Steel Garden Wagon 400lb Weight Capacity, | Steel | Pneumatic 10-inch | 41″(L) x 18″(W) x 20″(H) | 400 lbs | 47 lbs | 86 | 1.12 |
| #4 | Yardsam Utility Steel Garden Carts and Wagons, 400lb Weight Capacity | Steel | Pneumatic 10-inch | 34 x 20 x 18 inches | 400 lbs | 43.1 lbs | 91 | 1.12 |
| #3 | Gorilla Carts Heavy-Duty Poly Yard Dump Cart | 2-In-1 Convertible Handle, 1200 lbs capacity | GOR6PS model | Poly – Steel | Pneumatic 10-inch | 44 x 25.7 x 26.2 inches | 800 lbs | 54lbs | 97 | 1.21 |
| #2 | Gorilla Carts GOR10-16 Super Heavy Duty Poly Dump Cart, 1,500-Pound Capacity, Black | Poly – Steel | Pneumatic 16-inch | 48.6 x 32 x 22 inches | 1,500 lbs | 47.5 lbs | 97 | 1.26 |
| #1 | Gorilla Carts Heavy-Duty Steel Utility Cart with Removable Sides and 13″ Tires, 1200-lbs. Capacity, Yellow | Steel | Pneumatic 13-inch | 56.5 x 24.8 x 26.8 inches | 1,200 lbs | 70 lbs | 93 | 1.32 |
#9 – Hikenture Folding Wagon Cart
Hikenture has improved its foldable wagon with more storage space and a higher weight capacity to meet your demands better. Hikenture’s cart has much more storage than other folding wagons, allowing it to accommodate long things without sliding off. This wagon can fit anything you need, including camping gear, gardening tools, and groceries, with plenty of room to spare.
The Hikenture folding cart has a robust strengthened steel frame with outstanding load capacity. They thickened the bottom plate to distribute the weight uniformly and give better support for the loaded items.
Specifications
- Overall Size: 36.2″ x 21.7″ x 24″
- Storage Size: 36.2″ x 21.7″ x 15″
- Folding Size: 9″ x 11.4″ x 24.4″
- Loading Capacity: 176 lbs
Package Includes
- 1 x Collapsible Wagon
- 1 x Bottom Plate
- 1 x Storage Cover
- No Assembly Required
- Please note that the rain cover is not included in this bundle.
#8 – Sunnydaze Utility Cart 400 lbs Capacity
This heavy-duty garden cart with white steel rims makes transporting huge supplies for any work a breeze. This utility cart is constructed of tough powder-coated steel mesh and a powder-coated steel frame that can handle loads of up to 400 pounds.
The straight handle can be turned 180 degrees, and the sides can be folded to accommodate larger loads. The sides can be completely removed by taking out the pins along the bottom of the side panels.
- Its 400-pound weight capacity makes it simple to transport hefty objects.
- The padded handle allows for 180-degree rotational rotations and rapid and easy movement.
- This cart’s powder-coated steel and mesh design, heavy-duty reinforced axles, and pneumatic tires make it tough and ready to help with yard chores.
- The cart’s removable sides make loading and unloading items while standing or kneeling beside it while working simple. The cart sits 12 inches off the ground and can maneuver over any terrain, allowing you to take it all over your outdoor living space to finish everything on your yard work to-do list.
#7 – SuperHandy Wagon Utility Cart Hand Truck Manual
The SuperHandy brand features a motorized cart version, as I described before. That explains why the name includes the word “manual.”
The load capacity of this product is 400 pounds. You can easily carry large objects by removing the removable robust steel mesh sides. The cart’s folding structure makes it simple to assemble and disassemble for storage.
Rubber wheels with a 10-inch diameter absorb shock and enable smooth transportation with this product. The SuperHandy wagon/utility cart is constructed of heavy-gauge steel that has been heat-treated for strength and powder-coated to prevent rust.
It’s ideal for various applications because of its heavy-duty capacity and 10-inch diameter pneumatic tires.
Geral comments from reviewers include statements like, “This thing works wonderfully. It is super sturdy and easy to assemble. Customer service is amazing, and they replied very quickly. Even with the unfortunate missing part, I would 100% recommend this again.”
#6 – Sunnydaze Heavy-Duty Steel Dump Cart 660 Pound Capacity
With a 660-pound carrying capacity, the possibilities for moving large goods with the Sunnydaze Steel Dump Utility Garden Cart are unlimited. The 70″ collapsible wagon is built of weather-resistant steel mesh materials with a powder-coated finish, making it long-lasting and weather-resistant.
Pulling out the multi-use wagon’s side pins, the sides can be folded down or entirely removed, resulting in a helpful flatbed cart. Unloading is quick and straightforward, thanks to the u-shaped quick-release hook on the frame’s bottom. Thanks to the substantial D-shaped padded handle, the utility cart may be dragged or pulled by hand.
Key Features
- Powder-coated steel and mesh design, heavy-duty reinforced axels, and pneumatic tires make this cart durable and ready to help make your tasks in the yard easier
- Quick-release U-shaped dump feature makes unloading the cart a quick and easy process
- Removeable sides on the cart make loading and unloading items simple while standing or kneeling beside the cart while working
- The cart sits 12 inches off the ground and can maneuver over any terrain, so you can take it all over your outdoor living space to get everything on your yard work to-do list finished
- Vibrantly colored powder-coated steel material is weather-resistant
- Weight capacity of 660 pounds makes it easy to carry heavy workloads
#5 – Best Choice Products Heavy-Duty Steel Garden Wagon 400 lbs Weight Capacity
Product Development
At Best Choice Products (BCP), products have a different value to the staff. They put in a lot of effort to create original, popular, and timeless goods that will last a long time in your home. A team is working on the next greatest thing behind your favorite Best Choice Product!
High-Quality Standards
BCP takes care of the heavy lifting when creating its products. Before an item can be delivered to your home, it must undergo quality assurance testing and receive its final approval. Every product detail is essential to them, and they never compromise on quality.
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Key Features
CONVERTS INTO A FLATBED: Remove the foldable sides with quick-release hinges to create a flatbed, perfect for moving heavier objects
HEAVY-DUTY: Sturdy, corrosion-resistant frame and rugged, rubber wheels can go on various terrains like dirt and grass, while a comfortable handle lets you easily steer the cart
MULTIPURPOSE: can lift and move heavy loads of dirt, rocks, wood, boxes, equipment, and more for almost multiple tasks like landscaping and home improvement
PERFECT SIZE: Cart height is comfortable and easy to maneuver while large interior capacity can hold up to 440 lbs. of tools and equipment
MINIMAL EFFORT: Reduce stress on your spine and let the cart do the tough hauling for you during lawn, garden, or farm projects;
OVERALL DIMENSIONS: 41″(L) x 18″(W) x 20″(H); Weight Capacity: 400 lbs.
#4 – Yardsam Utility Steel Garden Carts and Wagons, 400lb Weight Capacity
YardSam heavy-duty steel garden cart with 10-inch pneumatic tires makes moving large objects such as wood, fertilizer, gardening equipment, flower pots, and generators easy and convenient.
The YardSam is made of a powder-coated steel frame and steel mesh for durability. It is strong enough to haul up to 400 pounds of rocks, dirt, mulch, and more. The straight handle has a 180-degree turn capability.
The front wheels pivot to provide maneuverability around your yard. The removable sides allow you to carry large loads with some overlap. YardSam has remedied a common problem – wheel valve damage. By changing the design of their cart’s wheels, the valve is less likely to be damaged by rocks and protruding branches.
They have also replaced the traditional foam handles with frosted glued handles, solving the peeling problem often experienced with foam handles. The frosted glue handle is anti-slip, long-lasting, and more appealing. The improved chassis and general assembly are more rugged. They have focussed on addressing assembly challenges faced by many cart manufacturers (and users).
YardSam prides itself on meticulous quality. The YardSam is one of the few metal carts with a standard liner, allowing you to load sand and other less solid materials.
The product comes with a standard 1-year Limited Warranty.
#3 – Gorilla Carts Heavy-Duty Poly Yard Dump Cart | 2-In-1 Convertible Handle, 1200 lbs capacity | GOR6PS model
Our three finalists are all Gorilla Carts – made by Tricam Industries. Tricam’s mission statement is:
“To provide our customers with the most competitive programs in the industry focusing on quality, innovation, and speed to market.”
The company makes a range of products, including Gorilla Carts, Farm&Ranche Tires and Tubes, Tricam outdoor recreation goods, cargo management, and WeatherGaurd Tarps.
For almost 30 years, Tricam Industries has been a valuable and reliable supplier to some of the world’s largest and most successful retailers and has been recognized several times with Vendor of the Year awards. Their commitment and continued focus are on adding value and delivering their Mission Statement.
Their Gorilla Carts have been a hit, with demand outstripping supply. Ninety-seven percent of reviewers on Amazon generally give Gorilla Carts either a 4-star or 5-star rating (out of a possible 5-Stars). With the GOR6PS, of the 8,184 reviewers, 90 percent gave it a 5-Star rating, and 7 percent gave it a 4-Star rating. That is way above any other product we have reviewed.
It’s no wonder that this is our BRONZE MEDAL WINNER.
Key Features
- Innovative steel frame design that allows for quick and easy assembly
- A patented quick-release dumping system allows unloading with ease
- Easy to maneuver with tight-turning steering
- The durable, heavy-duty poly tub is easy to clean and won’t rust
- A patented 2-in-1 handle allows the cart to be towed behind a lawn tractor or ATV or pulled easily by hand
- Balanced 4-wheel stability makes it able to tackle heavy landscaping projects or garden projects
- Perfect tool that saves time and reduces fatigue when hauling heavy dirt, mulch, gravel, or plants
- 13-inch pneumatic tires to tackle any terrain
- 1,200 lb hauling capacity, a perfect tool for use around the garden, lawn, barn, or farm
Specifications
| Description: | 1,200 lb. Heavy Duty Poly Garden Dump Cart |
| Category: | Heavy Duty |
| Max Load Rating: | 1,200 lb. |
| CU FT Capacity: | 6 |
| Product Dimensions: | 44″ x 25.7″ x 26.2″ |
| Product Weight: | 54 lb. |
| Dumping: | YES |
| Bed Material: | Maintenance-Free Poly |
| Frame Material: | Powder-Coated Steel |
| Bed Dimensions: | 40″ x 25.6″ |
| Tire Size: | 13″ |
| Tire Type: | Pneumatic |
| Bore Size: | 5/8″ |
| Handle Type: | Convertible Pull/Tow Handle |
| Towable: | YES |
#2 – YarGorilla Carts GOR10-16 Super Heavy Duty Poly Dump Cart, 1,500-pound Capacity, Black
The Gorilla Carts’ GOR10-16 Super Heavy-Duty Poly Dump Cart has a revolutionary, revised frame design that improves mobility and rigidity while being quick and easy to assemble.
The durable and strong poly bed has a load capacity of 10 cubic feet and 1,500 pounds. The cart can be dragged behind a lawn tractor/ATV or pulled by hand thanks to the innovative 2-in-1 convertible handle.
The innovative dump function tilts the bed for convenient unloading while keeping the cart balanced and preventing tipping.
Of the 300 people that reviewed the GOR10-16 (10 is the cubic feet size and 16 is the wheel size) – of the 300 reviewers, 264 gave it a 5 out of 5 stars, and another 27 gave it a 4-star rating. In total, 291 of the 300 reviewers gave it a 4- or 5-star rating. Fabulous!
This is our SILVER MEDAL WINNER.
Key Features
- A patented quick-release dumping system allows unloading with ease
- Innovative steel frame design reduces assembly time while offering improved maneuverability
- Easy to maneuver with tight-turning steering
- Huge heavy-duty rust-resistant poly bed
- A patented 2-in-1 handle allows the cart to be towed behind a lawn tractor or ATV or pulled by hand
- 16″ pneumatic tires to haul heavy loads
- 1,500 lb hauling capacity, the perfect tool for use around the garden, lawn, barn, or farm
Specifications
| Description: | 1,500 lb. Heavy Duty Poly Yard Dump Cart |
| Category: | Heavy Duty |
| Max Load Rating: | 1,500 lb. |
| CU FT Capacity: | 10 |
| Product Dimensions: | 55.2″ x 32.5″ x 30.2″ |
| Product Weight: | 86 lb. |
| Dumping: | YES |
| Bed Material: | Maintenance-Free Poly |
| Frame Material: | Powder-Coated Steel |
| Bed Dimensions: | 49.6″ x 32.6″ |
| Tire Size: | 16″ |
| Tire Type: | Pneumatic |
| Bore Size: | 3/4″ |
| Handle Type: | Convertible Pull/Tow Handle |
| Towable: | YES |
#1 – Gorilla Carts Heavy-Duty Steel Utility Cart with Removable Sides and 13″ Tires, 1200-lbs. Capacity, Yellow
Hear the trumpets, the drum roll, and the announcement: Presenting the GOLD MEDAL WINNER for the best garden cart!!! (in our humble opinion).
The newly-designed Gorilla Carts GOR1201B Heavy-Duty Steel Utility Cart is easy to assemble and makes hauling heavy loads easy on any terrain.
This versatile cart features removable sides that can transform this utility cart into a flatbed. With 13-in pneumatic tires, this cart can tackle any terrain while fully loaded. This Heavy-Duty Steel Utility Cart will make moving oversized objects like lumber, fence posts, or tree limbs a breeze.
Use the Heavy-Duty Steel Utility Cart to easily maneuver heavy materials around large gardens, lawns or farms. The handle was designed with two-in-one technology. Simply pull the locking pin and turn the handle, and your cart can be hooked up to a lawn tractor or ATV.
Key Features
- Tough and rugged steel construction
- Innovative frame design that allows for quick and easy assembly
- Balanced 4-wheeled stability makes it able to tackle heavy landscaping projects or garden projects
- Easy to maneuver with tight-turning steering
- Removable side panels allow this cart to quickly convert to a flatbed cart for added versatility in hauling
- A patented 2-in-1 handle allows the cart to be towed behind a lawn tractor or ATV or pulled easily by hand
- Perfect tool that saves time and reduces fatigue
- 13-in pneumatic tires are designed to tackle any terrain
- 1,200 lb hauling capacity, perfect tool for use around the garden or lawn
Specifications
| Description: | 1,200 lb. Steel Utility Cart |
| Category: | Heavy Duty |
| Max Load Rating: | 1,200 lb. |
| CU FT Capacity: | 7 |
| Product Dimensions: | 56.5″ x 24.8″ x 26.8″ |
| Product Weight: | 70 lb. |
| Dumping: | NO |
| Bed Material: | Powder-Coated Steel |
| Frame Material: | Powder-Coated Steel |
| Bed Dimensions: | 49″ x 24.5″ |
| Tire Size: | 13″ |
| Tire Type: | Pneumatic |
| Bore Size: | 5/8″ |
| Handle Type: | Convertible Pull/Tow Handle |
| Towable: | YES |
Conclusion
Having a cart is a huge help for any gardener or person interested in DIY. A wagon or cart easily transporting equipment and tools is a big help. As I read some comments from the people we asked for input, the applications are pretty diverse – from keeping equipment off the ground to moving generators and pressure-washers to where they’re needed.
We hope this article will help you simplify your gardening operations – big or small.
