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The industries #1 solution for moving heavy and bulky loads by hand.

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Initial Investment Difference

Save between $23,605 and $52,605 upfront.

No Need for Special Licenses or Mechanics

No CDL driver, no specialized mechanic, and no heavy trailers required.

Ongoing Savings

Eliminate fuel and minimize maintenance. The Buddy keeps costs low and profits high.

See how The Buddy can save YOU more money!

The Buddy makes it very easy to lift and haul very heavy loads

STEP ONE

Position the cradle behind the load.

STEP TWO

Join the handle to the cradle, pull it down to easily lift and lock the load.

STEP THREE

Push or pull to haul up to 2,100 lbs

Customers testimonials

“The Buddy is a must-have for every landscape professional! It is my crew’s favorite new tool. From lifting larger trees, boulders, and pavers. It is a time saver on every job it’s on. We will be purchasing another one next spring.”

Justin Beall

Beall’s Nursery & Landscaping

Pittsburgh, PA

“Our guys like The Buddy so much they take it before any of our tree ball carts. They kept pestering us to buy them another one, so we did!”

Scott Lindgren

Lindgren Landscape

Fort Collins, CO

“We have five two-wheeled carts and they never get used anymore. My guys won’t even take them to the job sites. It makes moving B&B trees a breeze. The guys love it.”

Lawrence Taylor

Discount Trees

Bath, MI

"The Landscape Buddy has become an integral part of our landscape installation operation. It is designed to handle big loads with less stress on the employees."

Foliage Design Systems

Chicago, IL

"It’s saved us hours of labor and probably everyone’s back."

Daniel Ward

Longshadow Gardens

Chicago, IL

"We love both of our Landscape Buddies! Our planting crews have abandoned their power wagons and use the Landscape Buddy instead. It is easy to use, takes up very little space on the trailer, and requires no gas. One of our favorite features is that is does not leave tire skid marks on our customer’s driveways. We have enjoyed doing business with Joel Westrate and his staff!"

Anna Stoderd

Chambersville Tree Farm

Celina, TX

"We did a job today where we would have had to use a boom truck in the past. My guys are thrilled with their Landscaper’s Buddy. It is as good as advertised. Thank you."

Dave Scott

Wrightsville Beach Landscaping

Wilmington, NC

"I love it. I have used it many many times already and It’s paid for itself. We are very happy with the product."

Alex Collier

Perfect Choice

Ranches, FL

"The Landscaper’s Buddy cart has opened up opportunities which were not possible or not cost-effective to attempt before owning one. Here in South Florida many of our clients live in developments where we are unable to get machinery in the backyard without disassembling an existing fence. Now with the Buddy dolly, we are able to move large trees, boulders, pavers, gravel and stone in a much more effective manner. It’s is smartly built, very sturdy and only needs one or two people to maneuver. It fits though almost all of the gates we encounter. It gives us the advantages of heavy machinery at a fraction of the cost. It also rolls over turf and semi rough terrain with little effort. We believe in this product 100%, so much so that we own two of them now."

Jason Sloan

Sloan Lighting and Landscape

Palm Beach, FL

"The Landscaper’s Buddy has allowed the horticulture staff to work in a number of areas that have previously been inaccessible with standard machinery. I appreciate how well built this unit is. We are constantly finding new ways to use it. I am now seriously considering buying a second unit."

Steve LaWare

Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

Grand Rapids, MI

"The Buddy works great. We use it often and the guys love it. It allows us to do more with fewer workers. No worksite cleanup needed."

Andy Polumbo

Polumbo Landscaping

Pittsburg, PA

"I thought it was a great idea when I first saw it and thought it could save our company money. We purchased our first one and my guys in the field loved it. We’ve since found many other uses for the Buddy besides just trees. We are very hard on equipment and the Buddy has held up to our standards. This spring we purchased our second one. We love it."

Kevin Birk

Todd’s Services

Brighton, MI

"The Best."

Kim

Kim’s Nursery

Apollo Beach, FL

"Our guys like the Buddy so much they take it before any of our tree ball carts. They kept pestering us to buy them another one, so we did."

Scott Lindgren

Lindgren Landscape

Fort Collins, CO

"It’s great for moving brick and sod."

Matt Mlynski

A Garden Guy Landscaping

Arlington Heights, IL

"We are thoroughly pleased with our purchase of two Buddy’s. After having many ball carts, this one is the best! We have five two wheeled carts and they never get used anymore. My guys won’t even take them to the job sites and just say “all we need is the four wheeled cart”. It never tips and is very stable. It makes moving B&B trees a breeze. The guys love it."

Lawrence Kaylor

Discount Trees

Long Grove, IL

"It’s been wonderful. My guys love it and it’s the first they grab in the morning. It’ll pick up anything you can fit in it."

Mark Dussel

Dussel’s Farm Market

Cassopolis, MI

"The Buddy cart is a must for every landscape professional! It is my crews favorite new tool. From lifting larger trees, boulders and pavers, it is a time saver on every job it’s on. We will be purchasing another one next spring."

Justin Beall

Beall’s Nursery & Landscaping

Pittsburg, PA

"We use it often instead of a front loader. It saves a lot of time and increases our efficiency. We now own two."

Brad Katzenberg

Foegley Landscaping

South Bend, IN

"We’ve moved some very large Palms and Cycads with the Buddy. Works great and it’s the perfect solution for getting to hard to reach areas."

Larry Dieterich

Earthworks Landscape

Loxahatchee, FL

"My Guys love it, it’s easy. It lifts a lot of weight and saves a lot of time. We’re really happy with it and now own two."

Tom McReynolds

Sawyer Garden Center

Sawyer, MI

"We have used all sorts of tree dollies and carts. The Landscapers Buddy is unbelievable. It is equivalent to having 2 additional men when moving large landscape and hardscape material! I am extremely impressed with the engineering and ease of movement that it provides! Along with that, the customer service I have received has been hands down one of a kind! Thank you for all your help!"

Faulkner Bell

Bell Outdoor, LLC

St. Simons Island, GA

"The Landscape Buddy has become an integral part of our landscape installation operation. Now there is much less stress to the employees. We have moved some very large trees to back yards where machines would have destroyed the existing landscape. Many times the tree is loaded at the shop with a machine directly on the landscape buddy and then taken to the job site for final movement. While the crews were skeptical at first, at what the boss bought them, it is the first piece of equipment they think of when they have to move a tree.

Ken Gallt

Foliage Design Systems

Lombard, IL

"It works great! We bought it to move large B&B trees while never thinking we would also use it so much for sod and hardscapes. It’s a very versatile tool."

Ron Solsbury

Downriver Lawn & Landscape

East China, MI

"You put our paver cart out of business."

David Harpst

W H Cannon Landscape Co.

Romulus, MI

"Here's a job from today where they would've had to use a boom truck in the past. I just wanted to let you know the guys are thrilled with their Landscaper's Buddy. It's as good as advertised. Thanks to the new ball cart!

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You're in good company

These companies are also transporting heavy loads with ease.

Haul More, Pay Less. It's that Simple.

As the most revolutionary transport equipment in the gardening and landscaping market, the Buddy is your ultimate solution for effortlessly transporting heavy loads in gardening and landscaping. It handles everything, from trees and shrubs to stones, logs, and even liquids.

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About the Landscaper's Buddy: Balanced and efficient load distribution; Perfect for B&B trees and heavy loads; Durable and heavy-duty construction; Comfortable grip for easy use; Minimize turf damage.

Why Choose The Buddy Over a Skid Steer?

Landscaper's Buddy logo but white
Designed to minimize turf damage, preserving the beauty and integrity of your landscaping projects.
Provides the same haul benefits as a mini skid steer, but without the need for diesel fuel.
Fits into any space.
Costs less than $2,000.
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Skid Steer
Most of the time, it causes significant damage to the turf and landscape due to its excessive size and weight.
Requires diesel to operate, increasing costs and contributing to environmental pollution.
Large and unable to reach every location.
Costs more than $10,000.

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Embrace the Buddy. Reap the Benefits.

Save costs now & later

If a spendy skid steer can haul it, The Buddy can too. B&B trees & shrubs, potted trees & shrubs, boulders, logs, hardscapes, statuary, ceramic & clay pots, sod, dirt, gravel, liquids, and more.

It's a no-brainer

Whether you manage a landscaping company, garden center, nursery, botanical garden, municipality, golf course, or work as a general contractor, The Buddy saves you time, fuel, and manpower.

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Maximize your crew’s efficiency.

Reduces labor costs by eliminating the need for an extra worker.

The Buddy’s designed for one to three people to lift up to one ton, with space for a 40” tree ball. Don’t spend for a five-man crew when one or two will do.

Access any site
with ease.

With 360° handling, load in and out of a small trailer and access any site. Large, inflatable tires minimize turf damage. No tracks, no turf damage, and no harm to expensive pavers, ensuring customer satisfaction.

Do More.
With Less.

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FAQs

How much does it weigh?

The total weight is 212lbs. However, it is always loaded separately, with thelever handle weighing 74 lbs. and the carriage assembly 138lbs.

What is the width?

The Buddy is exactly 35” wide so it fits through most gates. It even fits on escalators (when used indoors)!

What is the load capacity?

The Buddy is rated for 2100 lbs., which can be lifted quite easily.

Why do you have a separate palm handle?

In northern climates you do not move trees with wide trunk like you have with palms. The palm handle allows that trunk to nestle inside the handle and eliminate it rolling around.

Are the tires flat free?

No, they are pneumatic to minimize turf damage. Flat free tires can be ordered as a special request. Our tires carry a two-year warranty.

Why the accessories?

The tub and the shelf allow the buddy to haul a much wider variety of load types. It is not just to move trees.