Best Corded Electric Tillers

Updated April 2020
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Best of the Best
Troy-bilt 6-Amp Electric Garden Cultivator
Troy-bilt
6-Amp Electric Garden Cultivator
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Bottom Line

The quality of a Troy-Bilt tiller in a smaller corded electric version.

Pros

Good for tilling compost into your raised beds. Very little maintenance. Cuts the ground easily. Lightweight. Easy to put together. A lot of power for an electric tiller. Doesn't overheat. Tines are easy to clean. Good auto shut-off function.

Cons

Works better going backwards rather than forwards. Not a full-sized model and not the best choice for very large spaces.

Best Bang for the Buck
Greenworks 10-Inch 8-Amp Corded Tiller
Greenworks
10-Inch 8-Amp Corded Tiller
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Bottom Line

This tiller packs a lot of power for the price, and delivers convenience and ease of use.

Pros

Set up is simple. You do not have to be strong to use this model. Cuts through the soil well. Leaves dirt soft and ready for planting. Moves fast with a decent amount of power. Safety shut-off bar. A well constructed machine.

Cons

Not as powerful as a gas tiller. Only a 5" tilling height. Others can go deeper.

Earthwise 16-Inch 13.5-Amp Corded Electric Tiller/Cultivator
Earthwise
16-Inch 13.5-Amp Corded Electric Tiller/Cultivator
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Earthwise offers a lot of features for the money including the ability to break through really tough dirt.

Pros

Works quickly. Wheels fold up to allow for extra depth while tilling. Easy to assemble. Brand makes 4 sizes from 7.5" to 16". A powerful tiller for the price. Easy to lift and move. Small, but very sturdy and able to till a lot of space without overheating or showing signs of wear.

Cons

If you are tilling vines, you will have to stop and clean off the tines often or the tiller may bind up.

Sun Joe 16-Inch 12-Amp Electric Tiller and Cultivator
Sun Joe
16-Inch 12-Amp Electric Tiller and Cultivator
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Bottom Line

This tiller is good for lightweight tilling and aerating of the soil.

Pros

A good product to help out a compacted lawn. Easy to handle. Weighs just over 20 pounds. Folding handle means less storage space. Sturdy. Does not feel flimsy when it is in use. Can cut through the soil well. Wheels can operate in 3 positions for depth. Good for mixing in new soil or mulch.

Cons

There is not a variable speed on this model.

Remington Electric Cultivator.
Remington
Electric Cultivator.
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Bottom Line

A decent corded model with an adjustable cultivating width that works well in small spaces.

Pros

Good for prepping a lawn to re-seed. Comes with a 2-year warranty. Does well maintaining an established garden area and prepping it for planting. Simple to start. Lightweight. Tills to 5". Cultivating width can be altered from 6" to 9". 8 steel tines.

Cons

This unit does not do very well when it hits rocks or tough roots.

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How we decided

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

19 Models Considered
7 Hours Researched
1 Experts Interviewed
332 Consumers Consulted
Zero products received from manufacturers.

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

Corded electric tillers are best for working in loose soil; they may struggle with breaking hard, compact soil to establish a new garden. Because of this, corded electric tillers are most suitable for aerating, weeding, and mixing compost. You may be happiest with a corded electric tiller that has an adjustable width to get into tighter spaces. A lightweight tiller with folding handles will be easier to store. For safety, a shut-off bar or any other kind of dead man's switch is a necessity. A corded tiller that’s easy to assemble is a plus, but multi-position wheels are a must.

Other Products We Considered
The BestReviews editorial team researches hundreds of products based on consumer reviews, brand quality, and value. We then choose a shorter list for in-depth research and testing before finalizing our top picks. These are the products we considered that ultimately didn't make our top 5.
Earthwise
TC70001 11" 8.5-Amp Electric Corded Tiller
Mantis
3550 Electric Tiller/Cultivator
Sun Joe
TJ604E 13" 3.5-Amp 16-Inch Electric Tiller
Scotts Outdoor Power Tools
TC70135S 16" 13.5-Amp Corded Tiller/Cultivator
Earthwise
TC70016 16" 13.5-Amp Electric Corded Tiller
The team that worked on this review
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    Melinda
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Troy-bilt

6-Amp Electric Garden Cultivator

Troy-bilt

6-Amp Electric Garden Cultivator

The quality of a Troy-Bilt tiller in a smaller corded electric version.
$223
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Earthwise

16-Inch 13.5-Amp Corded Electric Tiller/Cultivator

Earthwise

16-Inch 13.5-Amp Corded Electric Tiller/Cultivator

Earthwise offers a lot of features for the money including the ability to break through really tough dirt.
$129
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Greenworks

10-Inch 8-Amp Corded Tiller

Greenworks

10-Inch 8-Amp Corded Tiller

This tiller packs a lot of power for the price, and delivers convenience and ease of use.
$129
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Sun Joe

16-Inch 12-Amp Electric Tiller and Cultivator

Sun Joe

16-Inch 12-Amp Electric Tiller and Cultivator

This tiller is good for lightweight tilling and aerating of the soil.
$104
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Remington

Electric Cultivator.

Remington

Electric Cultivator.

A decent corded model with an adjustable cultivating width that works well in small spaces.
$79

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