Scott's 2 gal. battery sprayer, $84.99 at Home Depot?

Moses, Pittsburgh, W. PA., zone 5/6, USA

last year

Is the above sprayer dependable? Is there another better brand of small, 1 to 2 gallon, battery operated sprayer that's also priced competitively?

Moses

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girlnamedgalez8a
last year
There are 4K ratings with reviews & photos on Amazon. It is rated 4.5 stars out of 5.
Moses, Pittsburgh, W. PA., zone 5/6, USA thanked girlnamedgalez8a
Moses, Pittsburgh, W. PA., zone 5/6, USA
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Yes, thank you Gazel, I saw the cumulative 4.5 ⭐ rating, but the 1 ⭐ rating, though statistically, they are very few, they are still noteworthy.

Modern technology and marketing practices often cause new products to be introduced before the bugs get worked out of them, or consistent design flaws are not corrected in future productions of said merchandise. I'm hoping to hear from forum members who have had experience with this particular Scott's sprayer.

What bothers me is that so many other small battery powered sprayers have significantly unsatisfactory ratings.

Moses
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Moses, Pittsburgh, W. PA., zone 5/6, USA
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Looking into it thanks!

Moses
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The best sprayer on the market is My 4 Sons, but it’s a higher price point and might be more than what many folks need. But when I lived in humid Texas with 120+ big bushes to spray it was my best friend! Now it sadly sits in a corner while I rejoice in living in blackspot free Califronia.

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Scott's 2 gal. battery sprayer, $84.99 at Home Depot?

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