Westinghouse 16" 15-Amp 2-in-1 Electric Dethatcher and Scarifier with Collection Bag

What It Is

This is a standalone 16-inch electric dethatcher and scarifier, not a mower attachment or bag. It’s designed for small to medium lawns (up to 1/3 acre) to remove thatch and moss, with a collection bag to catch debris. It replaces manual raking but is not a mower deck accessory.

Fitment & Compatibility

This is a complete tool, not a replacement part for an existing mower. No deck or brand fitment checks needed—just ensure your yard has a standard 110-120V outdoor outlet (or use a heavy-duty extension cord rated for 15 amps, 14-gauge or thicker, max 100 ft). The 16-inch working width is fixed; it’s not compatible with any mower deck or bagging system. The collection bag is proprietary to this model (Westinghouse part #WDAS2000 or similar). If you need a replacement bag, confirm it’s for the Westinghouse 16-inch electric dethatcher/scarifier only.

Key Things to Know

• Quality: Solid build for the price—steel tines and a durable plastic housing. Users report it handles light-to-moderate thatch well but struggles with heavy, wet thatch or large debris.
• Installation: Minimal assembly—attach the handle (two bolts) and snap on the collection bag. No tools beyond a Phillips screwdriver required. Ready in 10 minutes.
• Common gotchas: The collection bag fills quickly (about 2 bushels) and needs frequent emptying. The cord management hook is basic—use a shoulder strap or cord retainer to avoid running over the cord. The scarifier function (steel tines) is more aggressive than the dethatcher (plastic tines); start with dethatching to avoid damaging thin grass.
• Noise: 85 dB—ear protection recommended for extended use.

Should You Buy It

Buy this if you have a small, thatch-prone lawn (under 1/3 acre) and want an affordable, standalone electric tool that dethatches and scarifies without modifying your mower. Skip it if your lawn is larger than 1/3 acre (cord length limits you), has heavy clay soil that compacts deeply, or you need a mower-mounted solution.