Which aerator pulls deeper plugs?

The Brinly. It pulls cores up to 3 inches deep; the YITAMOTOR is rated to 2 inches. Deeper cores relieve compaction better on hard, clay-heavy lawns.

Is the Brinly worth the extra money?

For most lawns, yes. The Brinly adds deeper coring, 24 steel spoons, a 150 lb weight tray, and independent tine sections. The YITAMOTOR is fine for light annual aeration on loose soil.

Which one covers more ground per pass?

They are close. The Brinly has a 40-inch working width, and the YITAMOTOR lists a 40-inch working width on a 48-inch frame. Neither saves a meaningful number of passes over the other.

Do both fit a riding mower?

Both use a universal hitch pin and are designed for lawn tractors and zero-turn mowers with a rear hitch plate. Check that your mower has a rear hitch before buying either.

The Brinly has the more durable spec sheet: heat-treated 16-gauge steel spoons, an all-steel weight tray, and never-flat wheels. The YITAMOTOR relies on a rust-resistant coating, with no spoon or tray details given.

Can I pull either one by hand?

No. The Brinly weighs 66 lb and is not safe to pull manually, and the YITAMOTOR is also a tow-behind unit. Both need a riding mower or tractor.

Brinly Tow Behind Plug Aerator, 40″ vs YITAMOTOR 48 Inch Tow-Behind Plug Aerator

Buy the Brinly if you want deeper 3-inch cores and a proven steel build; buy the YITAMOTOR if you want a wider 48-inch frame at a lower price. The Brinly's lowest recorded price is $299.00 as of November 1, 2026; no price was provided for the YITAMOTOR. The Brinly is the stronger aerator for serious lawn work, and the YITAMOTOR is the budget pick for lighter, occasional use.

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