Broadfork Pro

We offer two sizes to suit different garden needs, soil types, body strength, and space. This is our larger size. Engineered, tested, and trusted by us since 2013, our broadforks are made from high-strength steel and unbolt into three pieces for easy transport and storage. The steel construction (including the handles) makes them incredibly durable and effective — no flex, just power where you need it.

Even in no-dig gardens that have been sheet-mulched, a broadfork is a great way to aerate and bring structure to the soil once beds are established. Soil needs oxygen and in our annual vegetable beds, we ask a lot of the soil, so making sure we are adding compost and helping with compaction is key to keeping your garden thriving.

Optional Add-On:
Monkey bars ($50 extra) – ergonomically designed to reduce wrist strain and improve leverage. Highly recommended (check out the video below to see them in action!).

630mm wide with six 450mm tines
1.2m handles
Weighs 8.5kg

Clean after use – Give it a quick hose down or brush off any soil. If it’s really caked on, a blunt knife or wire brush works wonders.

Dry it properly – Wipe it down or let it air dry before storing to prevent rust.

Store it right – Keep it in a dry spot. If it's stored outside, consider a cover or shed.

Check the bolts – If you’ve taken it apart for transport, give the bolts a quick tighten now and then.

Q: How is it different from a spade or fork?
A: Unlike a spade, a broadfork uses your body weight, not force. You step on the tines, then use the handles to lever back, which makes the job easier on your body and better for your soil. This much wider, deeper and stronger than a fork.

Q: Is it hard to use?
A: Not at all! It might look big, but it's designed to use your weight efficiently. Once you get into a rhythm, it’s a smooth, satisfying process — no heavy lifting or digging required.

Q: Do I need a broadfork if I already have a Forksta?
A: It depends on your garden. The broadfork is better suited to breaking new ground, heavy soils, or prepping bigger areas quickly. If you're mostly working in tight rows or established no-dig beds, the Forksta may be all you need. A lot of people have both, depending on their garden needs.

Q: Can I use it in wet soil?
A: We recommend using it when the soil is moist but not too wet or sticky — like after a light rain or watering. If it’s too wet, the soil structure can get damaged, and it's harder work too.

Q: Why do the handles on my Broadfork feel a bit loose?
A: Because the handles are removable, there can be a little movement in them — this is completely normal and doesn’t affect how the tool works. If it bothers you, you can add a bit of tape to snug them up, or weld them in place for a permanent fix. Metal isn’t perfect, but it’s tough — just like this tool.