Lawn, Garden, & Ag Sprayers Buyer's Guide

Things to consider when deciding which type of sprayer you need

  1. Size of area to be sprayed
  2. Frequency of use
  3. Material(s) to be sprayed
  4. Equipment you could mount a sprayer to (i.e. ATV, tractor, trailer, etc.)

Types of sprayers

There are numerous types and styles available. Each is better suited to specific applications within the broader fields of horticulture and agriculture. The Application Identification Table below will help you get started in selecting the right type for you.

Sprayer Types
Types Best Used For
Handheld Sprayer Home gardens, lawns and small orchards
Light-duty spot spraying
You manually pressurize the sprayer as you work
Backpack Sprayer Home gardens, lawns and small orchards
Light-duty spot spraying
Similar to a handheld, with added benefit of not having to carry it by hand
Can be manually pressurized, or pressurized by an electric or gas-driven pump
Spot Sprayer Gardens, lawns, small orchards, fence rows and pastures
Mounts easily on an ATV or garden tractor
Larger-capacity tank lets you spray longer without having to stop and refill
Powered by an electric pump
Trailer Sprayer Lawns, pastures, golf courses and athletic fields
Conveniently towed by a tractor or utility vehicle
Pump is powered by either an electric motor or gasoline engine
Skid Sprayer Lawns, pastures, golf courses and athletic fields
Mounts in truck beds, utility vehicles and trailers
Pump is powered by either an electric motor or gasoline engine
3-Point Sprayer Golf courses, athletic fields, pastures and large lawns
Simply connect to a tractor's 3-point hitch
Pump is powered by connecting to the PTO (power take-off) of the tractor, or by an electric motor
Petroleum Sprayer Necessary when working with petroleum-based products such as diesel, which can be very harsh
Very helpful when spraying stubborn trees and brush
Pump is powered by an electric motor

Our Top Sprayers

Handheld: 2.25-gal. Sprayer from Solo

Lightweight at just 6.8 lb., this is the perfect portable option for applying herbicides, insecticides, and other non-acidic chemicals.

Solo® 456, 2.25-gal. Handheld Sprayer

Why it's the best:

  • Cover hard-to-reach places with the 28"L wand and 48"L hose
  • Extra-large tank opening provides safe, easy filling
  • Chemical-resistant seals and O-rings extend product life
  • Easier to operate with less hand-pumping required
  • Proven customer feedback from the field
  • Great balance of features and price

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Spot Sprayers from Gemplers

Highly efficient and built for maximum durability - at an awesome price.

Solo® 456, 2.25-gal. Handheld Sprayer

Why it's the best:

  • Premium-grade components
  • Thicker tank
  • Better ergonomics
  • Extremely versatile
  • Proven customer feedback from the field
  • Great balance of features and price
  • 15 or 25 gallon capacity, with 1 GPM or 2.2 GPM pump

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Things like size, power and component durability vary by brand and model as well as user demands. Browse our complete selection of Spot Sprayers to find the model that's right for you.

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Trailer: Kings 100-gal. Trailer Sprayer with 150'L Hose

Kings 100-Gal Trailer Sprayer with 150’L Hose. Small enough to be carried by a golf cart but large enough for intensive spraying jobs. Perfect for nurseries and greenhouses.

Solo® 456, 2.25-gal. Handheld Sprayer

Why it's the best:

  • High flotation turf tires
  • Hypro D30GRGI diaphragm pump delivers up to 9.5 gpm at 580 psi
  • Manual 12” reel for storing 150’ of hose and spray gun
  • Aluminum frame is chemical-resistant and will never need painting

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Things like size, power, and component durability vary by brand and model, as well as user demands. Browse our complete selection of Trailer Sprayers to find the model that's right for you.

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Skid: Kings UTV Skid Sprayer, 50 gal.

This Kings 50-gal. UTV Skid Sprayer features a 50'L x 3/8" I.D. high-pressure spray hose and a high-pressure spray gun with quick disconnects. Includes adjustable pressure regulator and adjustable hydraulic jet agitation. Weighs 170 lb.

50-gal. UTV Sprayer from Kings Sprayers

Why it's the best:

  • Lightweight aluminum frame is chemical-resistant and will never rust or need painting
  • Adjustable pressure regulator and hydraulic jet agitation
  • Durable pump holds up well to most fertilizers and herbicides
  • High-pressure hose and gun with quick disconnects
  • Proven customer feedback from the field
  • Great balance of features and price

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3-Point: Fimco 45 Gallon 12V 3-Point Hitch Sprayer with Boomless Nozzle Wetboom

This Fimco 3-Point Tractor Sprayer has a 45-gal. corrosion-resistant molded polymer tank that's small enough for maneuverability, yet big enough for larger jobs. Features a 4.5-gpm, 12V pump with adjustable pressure gauge that generates up to 60 psi

Solo® 456, 2.25-gal. Handheld Sprayer

Why it's the best:

  • 25 feet of vertical spray and 40 feet of horizontal spray
  • Hose and spray gun enable use near buildings and along fence lines
  • Corrosion- and UV-resistant molded polymer tank
  • Great balance of features and price

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Petroleum: Spot Sprayers from Brush Pro

The 1.6-gpm pump is diesel mix- and petroleum distillate-compatible, making these units ideal for applying herbicides to stubborn brush and overgrowth.

Solo® 456, 2.25-gal. Handheld Sprayer

Why it's the best:

  • Durable polyethylene tank
  • Spray gun can adjust from mist to stream
  • 16' vertical spray and 25' horizontal spray
  • 15'L braided nylon hose
  • Proven customer feedback from the field
  • Great balance of features and price

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