The True Temper R6STSP14 6 cu. ft. Steel Wheelbarrow with Flat-Free Tire meets
the Best Choice Products SKY7888 Dual-Wheel Yard Wheelbarrow
Reviewed.com Editor's Choice — 20-gauge steel tub, 15.5" flat-free tire, $139. We tested it head-to-head against the Best Choice Products SKY7888 Dual-Wheel Yard Wheelbarrow ($99.99) across 6 key dimensions.
True Temper R6STSP14 6 cu. ft. Steel Wheelbarrow with Flat-Free Tire
“Reviewed.com Editor's Choice — 20-gauge steel tub, 15.5" flat-free tire, $139”
Best Choice Products SKY7888 Dual-Wheel Yard Wheelbarrow
“HGTV's Best Value pick — 21 lb, dual 14" pneumatic tires, $100”
Head-to-Head Breakdown
Strengths & Weaknesses
True Temper R6STSP14 6 cu. ft. Steel Wheelbarrow with Flat-Free Tire
- Reviewed.com Editor's Choice (#1 of 10 tested by Meg Muckenhoupt's 20-year garden-writer panel) + StudyFinds aggregated #1 across 10 expert sites
- 20-gauge seamless steel tub with steel handles — built for mulch, gravel, soil, and the occasional bag of concrete mix
- 15.5" flat-free tire means no flats from thorns, nails, or seasonal storage — Reviewed.com specifically tested gravel and branches
- Meg Muckenhoupt at Reviewed.com flagged the 46-lb weight and that 'paint scratches easily' — leave it out and the bare steel will rust
- Single-wheel design needs more balance than the dual-wheel Best Choice Products pick — not ideal on slopes when fully loaded
- Steel handles are bare metal under the comfort grip — uncomfortable in cold weather without gloves
Best Choice Products SKY7888 Dual-Wheel Yard Wheelbarrow
- HGTV's Best Value pick (#2 of 12 tested), The Straight's #1, StudyFinds' #3 — 5 sources put it in the top half at $100
- 21 lb empty + dual 14" pneumatic wheels = easy one-hand operation even when half-loaded; HGTV noted 'lack of wheel guard makes dumping super easy'
- Poly tub won't rust if you leave it out; powder-coated steel frame stands up to weather better than bare steel
- 5 cu. ft. / 330 lb is light-duty — LawnStarter and StudyFinds flagged it as 'not for heavy use,' so don't plan on mixing concrete in this one
- HGTV's editor noted 'cushioning on the handles picks up dirt and wears down quickly' — a few-year tool, not a 30-year tool
- Best Choice Products is a budget DTC brand — no dealer warranty network like Jackson, True Temper, or Gorilla
The Verdict
Our Bottom Line
The True Temper R6STSP14 is the only wheelbarrow that hits #1 at both Reviewed.com (Meg Muckenhoupt's 10-model lab test) and StudyFinds (aggregated rankings from 10 expert sites including Forbes, USA Today, Better Homes & Gardens, The Spruce, Popular Mechanics, and Bob Vila). HGTV ranked the 6 cu. ft. poly variant #4 Best Plastic, confirming the line's design pedigree even outside the steel model.
True Temper R6STSP14 6 cu. ft. Steel Wheelbarrow with Flat-Free Tire
The True Temper R6STSP14 is the only wheelbarrow that hits #1 at both Reviewed.com (Meg Muckenhoupt's 10-model lab test) and StudyFinds (aggregated rankings from 10 expert sites including Forbes, USA Today, Better Homes & Gardens, The Spruce, Popular Mechanics, and Bob Vila). HGTV ranked the 6 cu. ft. poly variant #4 Best Plastic, confirming the line's design pedigree even outside the steel model.
- Homeowners and gardeners moving heavy material (mulch, soil, gravel, concrete) on a regular basis
- Buyers who want one wheelbarrow that lasts 20+ years with proper storage
- Anyone tired of pumping a pneumatic tire (the 15.5" flat-free is the True Temper's standout feature)
- Renovators, landscapers, and DIY contractors who need 6 cu. ft. capacity in a steel tub
- Buyers who prefer dealer support (Home Depot, Ace, Tractor Supply) over direct-to-consumer brands
Best Choice Products SKY7888 Dual-Wheel Yard Wheelbarrow
The Best Choice Products SKY7888 is a dual-wheel wheelbarrow that lands in the top half of five separate 2026 rankings: HGTV called it Best Value at #2 of 12 tested, The Straight made it their #1, Bob Vila ranked it #2 of 5, LawnStarter #5 of 8, and StudyFinds #3 of 5. Five sources is the most cross-validation of any pick under $100 in this category.
- Homeowners with small to medium yards moving leaves, mulch, and light soil
- Smaller-stature, older, or weaker buyers who can't manage a 46-lb steel wheelbarrow
- Anyone who wants dual-wheel stability over single-wheel sharper turning
- Buyers prioritizing rust-proof poly over heritage steel (powder-coated frame won't rust if left out)
- Budget buyers who'd rather spend $100 than $140 and don't mind replacing the wheelbarrow in 5-10 years