The 10 Best Impact Sprinklers

If you enjoy kicking back on a hot summer day and taking in the hypnotizing sound of a traditional sprinkler, the Rain Bird 35ADJTNTB (around $42) may be for you. Once you set it up, this reliable classic will take care of the rest — your lawn and garden will be in good hands.

As long as you have access to the right water pressure, the Dalya Irrigation Atom28 (around $99) can throw liquid an impressive distance, making it suitable for use on a farm. Keep in mind that this high-performance model requires a special hose and a pump.

A useful solution for high-traffic areas, the Rain Bird AG-5 (about $18) is a pop-up model that springs into action when you need it, then retracts out of sight once you’re done with it. Its spray diffuser breaks the stream into tiny droplets for more balanced coverage.

As you watch your neighbor bending over, picking up her sprinkler, and repositioning it by hand, you can chuckle to yourself as you wheel the Orbit 56186N (appx. $32) to its next spot. You'll be able to achieve a high level of precision through its simple adjustments, as well.

When you examine the clever design of the Lawn Anchor Soil (appx. $19), you start to wonder why other brands don’t take this approach. The head is connected to a sturdy spike, which you can drive into the ground using a hammer to ensure it remains secure.

The all-brass M Plus Lawn (appx. $23) can reach distances of up to 40 feet, which is suitable for many residential applications. You can, of course, modify the stream to reduce the spray radius for a smaller garden, a flower bed or a suburban front yard.

Smooth and efficient, the Orbit Yard (around $20) quietly goes about its business of keeping your lawn or garden hydrated during those hot, dry stretches. You can quickly adjust the resilient zinc head to modify the spray radius when it’s time for a change of pace.

The telescopic tripod that supports the Malxs Garden (around $57) adjusts from 25 inches to four feet in height, giving you the flexibility to tailor the spray trajectory to your liking. The brass head operates smoothly, firing off a consistent stream in all directions.

A built-in spray guide prevents any splashing off to the sides as the Rain Bird P5R (about $7) disperses water across your greenery. It’s constructed with stainless steel to help it withstand corrosion during those long hours spent out in the elements.

You can alter the Orbit 58308D (about $52) to cover a comprehensive circular area or provide partial-circle coverage, depending on the size and shape of your lawn or garden. Its tripod base positions it well above the ground, and it’s lightweight for portability.