The Vertikutierleistung is as good as that of a Benzinvertikutierers. I had a 1100 W Wolf Elektrovertikutierer, this one had to move in slow motion so not stopped the engine. Since I could not work with it / wish I have for years borrowed Lawn aerator at commercial landlords. Because to me, but was too troublesome in the long run I ordered the Makita scarifier. When assembled, set to lowest position, turned and then you have to hold the Aerator properly because it pulls strongly forward (doing really well off). The only downer: The collection bag is much too small. After 6 m track was already full. Regardless simply placed on the side and no further work. No 30 minutes and I had about scarify 120m². I then have one hour needed to approx 0,8m³ moss grass and weeds to rake together and bring them to the compost. Summary: A strong buy recommendation