It would seem that it’s difficult to buy a rake for a garden plot. But when the seller exposes a dozen different models to the buyer, I want to take everything at once, since it is not easy to choose the right ones. In fact, it all depends on the purpose of this tool. 
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Types of rakes depending on functions
The rake teeth have different shapes and lengths. There may be a different distance between them. And each of the models is used for specific purposes.
- Rake with straight teeth or slightly bent inward. Exactly these are known to everyone since childhood. They can be called universal, because they loosen the soil and foliage in the fall or cut grass in the summer.
- Rake with twisted teeth. They are twisted so that the blade of teeth is parallel to each other. It is more convenient for them to loosen the soil than the previous ones. They easily break dense clods and loosen the soil.
- Rake aerator. Their difference from the second option is small: the teeth are sickle-shaped, arranged parallel to each other, but not twisted. It is convenient for them to collect garbage, and to clean small twigs, leaves, moss from the lawn, and to pierce the soil to provide air access to the roots.
- Lawn rake. Their teeth are not flat, but round in section, thin and frequent. It is important that no debris remains between the blades of grass on the lawn. And so that it does not crumble during movement, they are equipped with a limiter frame.
- Fan rake. They really have the shape of a fan. Their long and thin teeth emerge from the base like rays. The ends of each are bent down almost at right angles. It is convenient to wield such a rake not only in the usual way, but also as a broom, sweeping garbage from the grass. At the same time, the grass itself “combes” and looks even. There are models with plastic teeth designed for tall grass.
- Mini rake. They are also fan-shaped, but they need to be bent or crouched to work, since the length of the handle does not exceed 20 cm. It is convenient for them to clean garbage from inaccessible corners of the site, from undershort or thorny bushes, from the base of the hedge.
- Rake mill. This is a novelty in the market of garden tools in Russia. Rakes have flat and sharp crescent-shaped teeth on both sides, twice as often on one as on the other. A frequent row of teeth is suitable for leveling mulch, removing debris from the site, and rare for loosening the soil.
How to choose a rake
When choosing a rake, it is necessary to be guided not only by their functional features, but also by a number of other criteria.
First of all, you need to put the tool upright and see its height. Ideally, the handle should reach the armpits. A great option is a rake with a telescopic handle to suit all family members.
Pay attention to the width of the rake. It depends on the purpose of the tool. It can reach a maximum of 70 cm. But this is a rake for haymaking, most likely with plastic teeth. They are easy to clean the lawn. For a variety of garden work, a width of 30-50 cm is suitable, and for a mini rake - 10-20 cm.
Steel should be strong, stainless. And if the rake is made of plastic, it should be flexible and light. Cheaper than other colored iron products. But their quality is poor.
The handle can be made of plastic, aluminum, wood. Well, if it is equipped with rubber pads against slipping palms. At the top of the handle there may be a hole in the form of the letter D for greater convenience.
On the site have to perform different types of work. It will be cheaper to purchase a rake with a set of different nozzles.
In the last place should be such a criterion as the cheapness of the tool. As a rule, such a rake does not serve for a long time, and you will have to purchase new ones.
Rating of the best rake models
PALISAD fan 22 teeth, adjustable. Frequent teeth effectively clean the lawn. Cross plate reinforces structural rigidity. Material - galvanized iron, not subject to corrosion. Price in the region of 350-400 rubles. 
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Grandy lamellar fan-shaped with a shank, 20 teeth. Attracts a price below 200 rubles. Moreover, the quality is quite high, comfortable to work with. A plastic handle makes the tool easier, fits comfortably in the palm of your hand.
Direct garden BISON 4-39583. A classic, proven over the years model. The teeth are slightly bent, they fit well even in dense soil. The canvas is made of stainless hardened stainless steel. Wooden shank coated with antibacterial composition. Price in the region of 450 rubles. 
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Fiskars Solid 135751. Another straight rake model with 12 high-quality teeth. The price is about 800 rubles, which, according to gardeners, is high.
Gardena 03022-20.000.00, 0.5 m. Fan-shaped, with a good springy work surface and an aluminum handle. The palms do not slip. Lawn cleaning quality. Other nozzles are available. The price is high, about 2000 rubles, but the quality is higher than that of similar models.
