What features and functions should I look for on an electric tiller?

• A reasonably powerful electric motor, from 750 W up

• Lightweight and easy to manoeuvre

• Strong, metal tines/blades to break up and turn soil

• Reasonable working width, perhaps 23cm up to around 30cm or more

• Reasonable working depth, 200mm up to around 250mm or more

• Folding handles for easy storage and transport

• Tines mounted under motor for easy manoeuvrability

• Easy to start

and on some advanced models you may find

• Safety cut off switch to prevent accidental operation

• Cable strain relief

• Optional attachments and accessories