Chapin, Shaker Spreader for Turf Salt, Load Capacity 4 lb, Max. Spread Width 3 ft, Model# 8740A

I purchased this to spread some grass seed in bare spots on my front lawn. This hand spreader didn't disappoint. It worked just right spreading the seed nicely. Some reviewers had a problem with how the lid screwed onto the container. You have to make sure when doing so to tighten it until you feel a click. Then the lid is on tight. This spreader worked great for us and I would recommend it.

Spreading grass seed? Don't feel like investing in a push or pull spreader. Buy this! The large handle makes it relatively comfortable to hold and easy to use. Fairly ergonomic design. Choose your feed or spread rate by rotating the dial and you're off and running. It's built well and holds more seed than I thought it might. Super functional and makes spreading a faster and more efficient process. I'd imagine you could use it with fertilizer too. Lastly I like that it's made in America (I think.)

My wife really loves this for applying ice-melter on our stairs, as it provides lots of options for distributing (difference sized openings), and is much small and lighter than the ones sold by the ice-melter companies. She would highly recommend !

I have used this shaker spreader to apply pre-emergent on my lawn and salt to my walkways. It's durable and easy to grip and hold onto while using. It fits a good amount into the canister. I like that there are size options depending on what you want to use it for (there are small holes for the pre-emergent but also bigger holes for salt). I am pleased with this product and only wish I got it sooner. I was using an old, souvenir cup from a restaurant before which obviously didn’t hold much and I couldn’t control how much I let out at a time.

I picked up the Chapin hand shaker spreader to manage our lawn care and winter salting tasks, and it's been a solid addition to my gardening toolkit. The 64-ounce capacity holds enough product for small jobs without constant refilling, and the wide opening with an easy screw top makes adding seeds or salt super straightforward. What I love most is the three different opening sizes; I switch from fine grass seed to coarse ice melt without breaking a sweat. Its large grip handle is comfortable, fitting my hands well even when wearing gloves—definitely designed with user comfort in mind. On the downside, I did notice that it can feel a bit flimsy when fully loaded; gentle handling goes a long way here. Ultimately, it’s portable enough to toss in the car or store on a shelf, making it convenient for spontaneous yard work days. For the price, it’s hard to argue against its value—just be mindful of its durability when handling heavier products. Perfect for families wanting efficient lawn maintenance without spending a fortune!