Connected to the tank by a 1300mm hose is the plastic watering lance that measures 560mm, giving you a decent amount of reach for getting at those hard to water spots. The wand is adjustable and will give you either a jet, wide spray or a fine mist. The jet isn’t super powerful but for weed killer, specifically pet friendly weed killer, it is superb and holds a decent spray for ages, just take a look: For example, the spray that is produced from the lance is powerful enough without being overly pressurised, and the adjustable nozzle can be twisted to produce a range of different spray patterns – whether you want to mist the humidity-loving plants in your garden, or apply cleaning solution to your patio. Therefore, in terms of primary functions, this garden sprayer is very effective. The spray itself is also very impressive. When used with the max pressure (23 pumps), the spraying water is powerful enough to wash windows and cars, with the same strength as a motorised pressure washer. You therefore need to get used to its power, and work out how many pumps best suit each job, to avoid jet washing the lawn when you’re trying to apply weed killer. To help with this, the adjustable cone nozzle can be twisted to change the force of the spray. As you can see it doesn’t take much getting used to and very easy to use – but remember not to spray weeds with a mist too fine in windy conditions as a herbicide in the lungs is not good! So always aim on the cautious side, and with Creocote I don’t care how rough it looks, I let it spurt out – there’s no way I am ingesting those fumes again. I felt really rough even though I wore a mask. So now I let it squirt out and run. No problem with that. I do not set the nozzle fine: Choosing the right capacity ultimately comes down to how large the area you want to treat is, and how much weight you can comfortably support.

Weighing under 1 kg when empty, it doesn’t exceed 6 kg even when filled with water. If you’re concerned about carrying heavier weights, or just want something that’s less effort, this is an option that’s suitable for the majority of gardeners. In terms of task-completion time, you may find it more effective (and safer!) to have a smaller garden sprayer that you can move around with more easily, rather than a larger one. Adjustable Straps and a Comfortable Design As mentioned, the pump handle is large and heavy duty, and also smooth in operation. About 20 pumps is enough to give you very good spraying pressure for a fair while and there’s an integrated pressure release nozzle for safety. A nice feature is that this garden sprayer has a separate filling space so you don’t need to unscrew the pump handle. The tank is translucent and is graduated to help with the correct levels. An integrated dosing cap also helps with getting your mixes right.
Instructions are printed on the tank, and a holder for the hose and wand are also part of the design, as well as a shoulder harness.On sale for a penny under ten pounds is this garden pressure sprayer from Garden Gear. It has a five litre translucent tank with markers for you to see the level of the liquids inside, and can be used with any soluble fluids.
The plastic construction is of a decent quality for the low price, especially the large d-shaped pump handle which feels particularly robust and easy to use.
The tank has a safety valve for releasing excess pressure and preventing damage which is fairly standard these days. Generally, a 5 L tank will be best for small areas. So, smaller gardens, patios, and standard driveways. A 5 L tank will also mean a lighter unit when full, which might be more suitable if you aren’t able to support heavy weight for a long period of time. Here are, what we consider, the seven best garden sprayers reviewed for you. We’ve chosen products that we think give you the best value for money, and that are affordable for everyone. Pressure release valve

Some of the more premium sprayers come with a choice of nozzles. If you want a particularly versatile sprayer, different nozzles are worth looking out for. These can help angle the jet for specific jobs like cleaning under car arches. However, the most important thing is to ensure the sprayer has at least an adjustable wand head to adjust the concentration of the water. This is a good quality garden sprayer, made in Germany and has Viton seals, ensuring a leak free gardening experience.
This garden sprayer’s dimensions are 19 x 19 x 50 cm and it weighs 1.5 Kg. There is a shoulder strap included to help handle the weight. The spray lance should have an adjustable cone nozzle so that you can choose a different spray pattern depending on the job you’re doing. At the very least, you’ll want a jet option and a spray option. Whether using a hose, lawnmower or pressure sprayer, having to keep the ‘on’ lever held down for extended periods is no joke – hand fatigue doesn’t take long to set in. Of course, with a smaller tank capacity you will have to fill it more often if you plan to do larger jobs.To prevent premature damage by the user, the pump piston has been given a well lubricated o-ring, and this also helps keep the pumping action smooth and easy. There is also a pressure release valve to stop you accidentally over pumping and damaging the sprayer. If the pressure sprayer has a hose that’s too short, you will be stooping continuously whilst working. This will cause pain and may also slow tasks down because you’ll have to constantly stop and stretch. This 5 litre garden pressure sprayer from makers Solo has been designed with a 3 bar operating pressure to keep you spraying for longer between pumping stops.
The 270 cubic cm pump has a strong handle and a smooth action and doesn’t take long to get to full pressure. Once fully pressurized, the sprayer will be able to operate until the 5 litre tank is almost empty. There is a space on the handle to securely store the spray wand when you are not using it Versatility and mobility are two words that come to mind when I think of garden sprayers – you heard me mention in the intro how I prefer a garden sprayer over an electric sprayer:
they are versatile because they are able to help you distribute water, fertiliser, fungicides, pesticides, wood preservers, stains, teak oil, and paint, onto the parts of the garden that need them most with minimal waste. I even used my garden sprayer to seal in the tiles in my bathroom I just renovated – you could easily do the same with a patio sealer and brush for ease too.

Whilst some motorised sprayers require you to constantly squeeze the spray trigger, this model gives your hands a bit of a rest making it a lot easier to use for longer jobs.

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Weighing 1.77 kg when empty, the sprayer itself doesn’t add on too much weight, and there is an adjustable strap included as well – just another factor that helps it be easier to use for extended periods. Whilst this isn’t the most comfortable strap in the world, as it doesn’t have any padding, it does help distribute the weight and keep the sprayer secure, at least. Garden Sprayer 5 litre Pressure Sprayer Pump Action by Ansio – super annoyingly the pump seal is less tight than the seal with the pressure pot so I started filling the wrong void 😀 It’s essential that your garden sprayer is made from a durable material that won’t corrode when exposed to harsh chemicals.

The components are all made from tough plastic and are shatter proof and frost resistant – something that is good to know when working out where to store tools over winter. An adjustable shoulder strap has been included to aid you in carrying the weight of the tank around your garden and allowing you to have two hands free. You can choose between an output of either 1.5 bars or 3 bars by turning a valve. This is especially useful for spraying with different products. For example, when using 1.5 bars the droplets are bigger, which is better for spraying herbicides as the droplets don’t catch in the wind and get on other plants. Using the 3-bars setting creates finer droplets, ideal for pesticides (or general light-misting jobs).

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Adjustable shoulder straps are crucial for comfort when it comes to comfort. For smaller garden sprayers, (1 – 7 L) one strap should be sufficient. One strap will keep your hands free whilst being enough to comfortably support smaller sprayer. A 2 litre garden sprayer is a good size for lighter gardening tasks such as spraying the underside of leaves or for use indoors. Their smaller size and weight means that they can be used in one hand and can be stored under the sink or anywhere else for that matter. This compact sprayer from Ansio does everything the larger models do. You can still use it to water, fertilize, spray pesticides, and fungicides. It still works on a pressure system that you need to pump up before use, and it still has an adjustable spray nozzle and pressure release valve, just like the others. Of course, this ‘continuous use’ is limited to how long it takes before the tank needs refilling, but generally you can get at least 20 minutes from the 7 L container – this would certainly feel like a lifetime if you had to hold the lever down the whole time.