Hunter Industries, Rain Bird, Gardena, and Toro are four of the leading brands in irrigation equipment. Each has its own strengths and characteristics.
Overall comparison
| Parameter | Hunter | Rain Bird | Gardena | Toro |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1981 | 1933 | 1961 | 1914 |
| Country | USA | USA | Germany | USA |
| Focus | Residential & commercial | Residential, commercial, agriculture | Residential garden | Residential & commercial |
| Signature tech | MP Rotator | Rain Curtain | Micro-Drip | Precision Series |
| Price range | Mid-premium | Mid-range | Mid-range | Mid-premium |
Nozzles and sprinklers
Hunter
Innovation leader. MP Rotator — unique multi-stream rotating technology, the most uniform coverage on the market. Pro-Spray, I-20, PGP Ultra series cover everything from small beds to large areas.
Rain Bird
Most experienced manufacturer (since 1933). R-VAN — rotary nozzles comparable to MP Rotator. 1800 Series — the world's most popular fixed spray bodies. 5000+ and Falcon rotors for large areas.
Gardena
European leader in residential segment. Sprinklersystem — intuitive modular approach. Micro-Drip — best solution for drip irrigation of flower beds and vegetable gardens.
Toro
American giant with over 100 years of history. Precision series — quality rotary nozzles. T5 and T7 rotors — reliable equipment for large properties. Strong presence in commercial segment.
Which one to choose?
- Small properties (under 500 m²): Gardena Sprinklersystem or Hunter MP Rotator
- Large lawns: Rain Bird 5000+ or Toro T5
- Maximum uniformity: Hunter MP Rotator
- Budget solution: Rain Bird 1800 + standard nozzles
- Smart home: Hunter Hydrawise controller
Our irrigation planner supports equipment from all four brands — 165 nozzle models and 30 valve models.