Hoss Wheel Hoe Reviews
Feeling the itch to dive into gardening and looking for a solid hoe? At first, strong commercial-grade tillers really do some heavy lifting. They bust up hard-packed soil, pull out stubborn roots, and clear all sorts of debris.
However, using these tillers frequently exposes your soil to erosion, and developing a hardpan. Manual rototillers may do a better job without causing a lot of disturbance to the soil. If you’re into no-till farming or are looking for a manual hoe that’s durable, you will love the Hoss Wheel Hoes. Hoss Tools offers a wide range of wheel hoes, suitable for every situation. I have reviewed some of them based on my own experiences and reviews from other users.
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Hoss Wheel Hoe Reviews
1. Hoss Deluxe Double Wheel Hoe
Key Features
- It features two 15-inch steel wheels.
- It also has a ¼-inch bar where you can attach other Hoss Tools attachments.
- The handles are made of Amish crafted wood, and it has a powder-coated steel frame.
- It also comes with four cultivator teeth.
- At a $20 additional cost, you can purchase the success kit that comes with a file, oil, a wrench and a sanding block.
- You can also turn it to a single-wheeled hoe when necessary.
This double wheeled hoe has gained popularity over the years thanks to the activities it can accomplish. It uses a 4-teeth cultivating set, and it has a bar where you can attach a weeder, seeder, plow set, disc harrow, and many more. It also offers great value for money.
It is a dual wheel hoe that’s small enough to maneuver areas where motorized tillers can’t reach. It is effective at weeding and cultivating, and it works with other Hoss attachments.
Why we like it
- The dual wheels ensure more stability for the hoe.
- The Amish wood and powder-coated steel frame make this wheel hoe a very durable gardening tool.
- Some of the attachments you can include the plow set, the oscillating hoe for weeding, sweeps, spreaders, and many more, making it a very versatile tool.
- It allows you to work efficiently in smaller areas, such as between rows. It also enables you to place the rows closer together, planting more vegetables on a small farm.
What we don’t like
- It may be challenging to assemble.
- Some of the nuts may be easily damaged, or you may receive the wrong nuts. As a result, the tool gets wobbly even after you tighten it. Make sure you replace them for the machine to work effectively.
Summary
We believe every serious gardener should have this tool. Of all the reviews I came through, its functionality seems to stand out. Better yet, you can convert it to any other gardening tool, plant more plants than before, and easily maintain your garden.
2. Hoss Single Wheel Hoe
Key Features
- It features one 15-inch powder-coated steel frame.
- It also features a powder-coated steel frame and Amish wood handles.
- It comes with a toolbar for attaching other attachments.
- You can also include the success kit that has a file for sharpening the tool, oil, a sanding block and a wrench, during the purchase.
- Unlike the double wheel hoe, it features a 3-teeth cultivator set.
If you would love to save a few bucks on the Deluxe Double Wheel Hoe, you can purchase this single wheel version. It works similar to the dual wheel version and supports most of the attachments. The good news is that you can convert it to a double wheel hoe later.
Why we like it
- The height of the handles is adjustable to accommodate people of different heights.
- It’s versatile since the toolbar accommodates a wide variety of attachments including the seeder, weeder, plow set, and sweeps.
- It’s easy to maintain thanks to the success kit since it allows you to sharpen, prevent it from rusting, and smoothen rough edges.
- It’s used at a standing position, minimizing back pains and allowing you to work for longer.
- You can also easily convert it to a double wheel for extra stability and better functionality.
What we don’t like
- The only way to adjust the height of the handles for shorter people is to cut some part of the wood and re-screw them to the hoe. If you make a mistake, you may end up wasting the whole handle.
- There were also some complaints about poor customer service.
Summary
Overall, this is the ultimate gardening tool. From cultivating, weeding, planting, sweeping, you can do it all with this tool. It’s easy to assemble too, affordable, and more effective in areas where other tillers may not work.
3. Hoss High Arch Wheel Hoe
Key Features
- It has a high level of clearance for tall crops such as corn.
- It features the Amish wood handles and a powder-coated steel frame that is guaranteed to last a lifetime.
- Like in all other Hoss Tools, you can opt for the Stem Bent handles, or the Pistol-Grip handles.
- Wheel spacing is adjustable meaning you can perfectly align with your crop spacing.
This is one of the sturdiest tools of all Hoss Wheel Hoes, and one that’s worth investing in. The adjustable height and spacing makes it work for any crop.
Why we like it
- It has Amish wood handles and a steel frame for durability.
- The seeder is more upgraded than the other Hoss Garden Seeder model. It can easily plant in a land that’s not tilled, or ground with clay soils.
- The oscillating hoe is useful at weeding without snipping other plants’ roots.
- The plow set is also effective for making furrows for planting and covering the seeds. It’s best used for planting potatoes.
- It’s also easy to assemble and maintain thanks to the success kit.
What we don’t like
- It’s not the best for well-tilled soil and soil with a lot of organic matter. This limits the areas that you can use it.
Summary
Based on how it’s built, there’s a lot that you can with this tool, from cultivating, weeding, to planting. It’s also important to note that the seeder is designed for specific purposes. If you have a well-tilled land, you will be better off with the Hoss Garden Seeder.
4. High Arch Wheel Deal
Key Features
- It has two 15-inch steel wheels.
- It features the Amish wood handles and a powder-coated steel frame.
- The distance between the wheels is also adjustable.
- It comes with 6-inch oscillating hoes, four cultivating teeth, and a plow.
- You have an option to purchase the success kit fort maintaining the tool.
This is the newest wheel hoe from Hoss tools. It’s a cultivator, weeder, and a plow. It features the same durable structure, like in other wheel hoes from this manufacturer, and ergonomic design. Below are some of its key features.
Why we like it
- Since all plants have different row spacing, the adjustable wheel width can come in handy when you have different plants on your farm.
- The plow is useful for side-dressing plants and planting potatoes to ensure higher yields.
- The handles can also be adjusted to accommodate different people.
- Like in other tools, you can also choose between the steam-bent handles and pistol-grip handles.
- The dual wheels also improve the tool’s stability.
- The oscillating hoes are some of the best in weeding an actively growing crop.
What we don’t like
- It doesn’t work with the seeder and disc harrow. This means that it doesn’t offer as much value for money as The Hoss Deal, or the Deluxe Double Wheel Hoe.
Summary
Like most of Hoss Wheel Hoes, this latest model is versatile. You can cultivate, plow, and weed. But anyway, you can never get everything from one tool. If this combination of tools suits, why not check it out?
5. Wheel Hoe Junior
Key Features
- It’s a single-wheel hoe with a 15-inch steel wheel.
- It comes with a 3-teeth cultivating set.
- It also features Amish wood handles and a powder-coated steel frame.
- It also supports other Hoss Tools attachments.
- It also comes with the optional success kit for maintenance.
If you’re shorter than most people, especially for women, this one’s for you. It’s also ideal for kids who love to practice gardening. It comes with shorter handles, and it’s also lighter than the other models.
Why we like it
- It’s a multipurpose gardening tool. Thanks to attachments, you can cultivate, side dress, weed, and perform other gardening tasks.
- It’s durable and easy to maintain.
- It’s designed for shorter people who may find it challenging to use the original version. They don’t have to adjust the heights anymore manually.
What we don’t like
- The instructions on how to install the attachments aren’t straightforward.
Summary
This tool allows youths and women looking for lighter tools to maintain their vegetable gardens. The good thing is that you can attach all other attachments, it’s also the cheapest model of all Hoss Wheel Hoes.
About Hoss Tools
Greg Key and Sam Brown started Hoss Tools in 2009 because they felt there was a need for high-quality gardening tools. Since they were avid gardeners, they started the company while still working in other jobs. Later, Greg bought Sam’s portion of the business, started promoting it online until Travis joined him in 2013. Now Hoss Tools has grown to one of the best manufacturers of gardening seeds, garden seeders, and wheel hoes. They also sell attachments that can be attached to these tools. These include the disc furrow, seeder, plow, sweepers, weeders, and cultivators.
Hoss Tools FAQ
How extended is Hoss Tools’ Warranty?
Hoss Tools offers a one year warranty on all of their products. They also repair the damaged tools. If they aren’t reparable, they can replace with new tools, or offer a refund. However, their warranty doesn’t cover damages caused by sunlight or exposure to chemicals.
What Gardening Products does Hoss Tools Offer?
They manufacture high-quality seeds, fertilizers, and gardening tools.
Final Thoughts
Greg made it his mission to deliver high-quality gardening tools through Hoss Tools, and the success of their products shows that he has been successful. As mentioned earlier, tilling with the commercial tillers is always great when breaking the ground, but when done often, it causes more harm to the soil. This is where lighter tilling tools come in handy, but the hand-held gardening tools are also tiring.
Hoss Tools bridges this gap with the wheel hoes. They allow you to work in a standing position, and they are easy to push. Better yet, you can attach several attachments to accomplish different tasks on your farm. These hoes are environmentally friendly since they don’t use gas. They are easy to maintain too. Unless you’re looking for a specific combination, we believe the Deluxe Double Wheel Hoe is the best all-round wheel hoe. It works with all the attachments and it is dual-wheeled for stability.