Goodbye Traditional Rakes: The Amazon Alternative For Quicker Leaf Clean-Up

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Whether you love working in the yard or not, it is undeniable that there are certain tasks that are more enjoyable than others. Raking and bagging leaves, while hugely important for the health of your lawn, is not typically a beloved task. If you're starting to think about what leaf collection will look like this fall, it might be worth checking out an alternative from Amazon that makes cleaning up fallen leaves a breeze.

Retailing for $29.95, the GARDEASE Leaf Scoops are large plastic scoops you slip your hands into, allowing you to grab an immense quantity of leaves at one time. The scoops measure 13.6 inches wide by 15.75 inches tall and feature a conveniently positioned spot to grip with your fingertips, while there's a slot to slide your wrist through for a secure hold. The scoops are made from heavy-duty plastic, making them suitable not only for scooping leaves but also for mixing compost in your pile. You can also combine the two tasks by using the fallen leaves to give your garden soil an extra boost.

Customers have given the Leaf Scoops a 4.6-star average from more than 4,400 reviews. Buyers generally praise the scoops for their ease of use and efficiency, and for reducing the effort and time required for routine yardwork. One five-star review on Amazon states, "This almost makes work fun, well, it would for a while, but it is really easy and kind of amazing how much you can pick up with these things, I have only tested it out for a few minutes, but I filled up 3 lawn bags with leaves really fast."

There is a lot to like about the leaf scoops, especially if you live in an area where trees shed heavily during autumn. There are, however, some tips that will improve their performance even more. First, it's wise to pair the scoops with some gardening gloves, which will prevent the plastic from grating directly against your skin. One Amazon reviewer wrote, "I too have issues with my wrists bruising and becoming very tender pretty quickly. I recommend a really sturdy pair of gloves that go up your arm a little bit."

In order to speed up the process even more, you can use the leaf scoops alongside a pop-up leaf collector or sturdy paper yard waste bags that stay open while you dump leaves inside. An additional tip for success is to avoid scooping leaves from concrete, as this approach will not collect every single leaf — or you can follow up with a broom or leaf blower. Finally, those who like to purchase with confidence will be happy to learn that these leaf scoops come with a lifetime warranty that protects against damage. Another Amazon reviewer even stated that they were sent a free replacement pair after their original pair — purchased 11 years prior — wore out. Read our guide for 12 more tips that make raking the leaves in your yard a quick and easy job.