All of the models in this review are made of stainless steel, of various grades. This is a metal that is strong and doesn’t rust or corrode. The grade of the stainless steel is important as that relates to its sturdiness. Alternate materials include aluminium which, while being more lightweight, is a little more flimsy.

It’s easy to assemble and take apart this levelling rake. You can store the rake as it is or in its individual components depending on how much storage space you have with the rest of your garden tools. Pros Make sure to buy a lawn levelling rake that’s proportionate to the size of the area you want to level – your lawn or vegetable patch. The most common complaint I came across from reviewers of this tool was that it was too narrow.Maintaining a pristine lawn is a whole lot easier if the ground is level, but it’s fairly unusual for a lawn to be naturally free from lumps and bumps.

More space for storage (although folds flat against a wall when hung from the handy top-handle-hole, or handle easily unscrews/dis-assembles)The MIYA Level Lawn Rake is similar to the INFLATION Golf Grass Levelawn. It has the same ease of assembly and disassembly, being put together in less than one minute.

This tool copes well with lawns planted with almost any type of grass. It’s a great all-round and versatile tool, and can also be used to level gravel. This lawn leveller has a good weight to it which makes it suitable for spreading topsoil or gravel, while also levelling out lumpy soil. It’s sturdy and well made, powder coated to prevent rust. All the lawn levelling rakes I’ve listed are made from stainless steel or aluminium . Stainless steel is durable and won’t rust, while those made from aluminium tend to have a little less strength. You may find that the head of a lawn levelling rake is made from stainless steel, with the handle made from aluminium. The SurmountWay Lawn Levelling Rake lets you rake a wide strip in one pass. The rake head is 75cm wide and 25cm long and is one of the largest in our review. The entire levelling tool – handle and rake head – is made of heavy-duty stainless steel, with double welded joints for strength and durability. You should also look for handle features that make the rake more comfortable to use. Some have a separate rubber grip to hold on to with your other hand, allowing you to work for longer without fatigue.The 250mm depth of the frame means the lute frame levels better. The whole idea is the frame rides over the top of high spots and leaves material in the low spots. The rake can go into the bottom of a hollow and remove material. So the lute requires much less skill to achieve a better levelling result.

Look for rake heads made of tempered steel as that has enough strength to break up clumped and hard soil. None of the models I reviewed claimed to have the head made of this material. Overall – the advice is to go for the widest you dare for best levelling effect which is the primary objective for acquiring a Lawn Lute. While metal handles can often get cold and uncomfortable, this levelling rake comes with an effort-saving handle and extendable rubber grip. The grip will keep you comfortable for long periods of time, while it won’t get slippery if you sweat (and, let’s face it, lawn levelling can be tough work!). The SurmountWay Lawn Levelling Rake is the best lawn leveller overall thanks to its range of levelling head sizes and handle lengths. If you’ve got a smaller lawn, opt for the 43 x 25 cm lawn head. If you have a larger garden or even large dips in the lawn to level, then the SurmountWay Lawn Levelling Rake is a great choice thanks to its nice wide 75cm levelling width. For smaller gardens, the MIYA Level Lawn Rake is ideal because it has got a smaller levelling width of 43cm which is better for smaller narrow dips.

A level lawn will ensure plants get the same amount of water and nutrients, while lumps can leave some parts of your lawn wanting more. The downside to an adjustable handle is that the handle will be weaker . A handle made from one solid piece of metal is going to be much stronger than one which comes apart. I did a lot of searching around the internet and although I found a lot of DIY solutions there weren't any that I was super happy with so I decided to make my own with inspiration from different sources.