The top 3 recommendations and buying guides

Our recommendations

The combisystem aluminum handle from Gardena appears to us and most of the Amazon reviewers as the perfect overall package. Thanks to the material it is light, but still robust. In addition, it can be extended up to a length of 150 centimeters, which is for most women and Men is sufficient to adopt a back-friendly posture when working with the device can. The manufacturer also offers numerous combisystem attachments so that there is a suitable "partner" for almost every sweeping job. The telescopic handle can even be used to clean windows (with the appropriate attachment). The buyers of the handle are largely enthusiastic about the quality of workmanship.

The Leifheit steel handle is characterized by similar features as the winner of our comparison. However, it is not telescopic, but basically 140 centimeters high. For very tall people who exceed 185 centimeters, the model could already be a tad too low. Otherwise this is Broomstick however, absolutely to be recommended. As with the Gardena handle, there are also several attachments to choose from with the Leifheit alternative. The modern click system should work flawlessly, as many reviewers on Amazon write.

The universal handle from the Vileda brand earned third place in our broomstick comparison thanks to its good price-performance ratio. As the name suggests, this model can be combined in many ways - it can also be connected to screw thread attachments from other manufacturers, as long as the thread diameters harmonize. In terms of quality, the handle is considered solid by the majority of Amazon reviewers. It is particularly suitable for indoor areas as well as balconies and terraces.

Purchase criteria

material

The broomstick must be robust and stable so that it does not break during the more intensive sweeping operations. Such a break would not only provide a moment of shock, but could also seriously injure you. Accordingly, you should definitely look around for a handle that is made of a solid material and of high quality. Stems made of wood or metal are possible. Of course there are also plastic handles. In the following we briefly summarize the advantages and disadvantages of the materials mentioned.

wood: A wooden broomstick looks traditional, classic and warm. At the same time, it is robust and almost indestructible. Ideally, the handle is made of impregnated wood, so that it is also convincing in terms of weather resistance. Otherwise you can treat it yourself with a suitable impregnating agent. Wooden handles are also inexpensive. The disadvantages: more maintenance-intensive, relatively heavy, generally not telescopic.

metal: A metal broomstick is characterized by its pronounced robustness and the associated stability. Visually, it presents itself simply and modern. Many manufacturers make their broomsticks out of aluminum, which has the advantage of being particularly light - both in terms of weight and in terms of maintenance. Many models are adjustable in length.

plastic: In our opinion, a broomstick made of “conventional” plastic such as PP or PE is not recommended, at least not for outdoor use. In the case of tougher use with heavy obstacles, stems made from these materials can break. The exception is fiberglass (glass fiber). It has properties similar to aluminum.

length

The length is one of the most important criteria when buying a broomstick, which you should pay particular attention to if you want to use the broom often and not just for a few minutes at a time. The stem should be long enough that you don't have to bend over when you sweep.

Connection system

Which connection system of handle and bristle attachment do you prefer?

• Plug-in connection via the handle hole in the bar: Place the broom handle with the conical end in the specified handle hole of the bar. Simplest solution, partly unstable.
• Screw thread: screw the broomstick into the latch. Simple and usually stable.
• Click system: handle and latch are connected to one another at the push of a button. Typical at Leifheit, for example.

diameter

The larger the diameter, the more stable the broomstick is. However, this also makes the handle heavier. Depending on the stem material, this is more or less noticeable.

Important: The main thing to ensure is that the handle can be connected to as many attachments as possible (keyword thread diameter).

weight

It is of course much easier to sweep with a lighter broomstick. Make sure, however, that the necessary robustness is still in place. Taking this combination of criteria into account, aluminum and fiberglass broomsticks are primarily recommended.

frequently asked Questions

Why should I buy a broomstick?

Theoretically, you could of course buy a ready-made broom consisting of a handle and bar (bristle attachment). If the two parts are screwed tightly, the bristle attachment cannot be exchanged if it is worn out. The whole thing looks different with a separate broomstick. With this you can connect any attachments - provided the threads match.

Which brands offer good broomsticks?

There are broomsticks from numerous well-known and popular brands. These include, for example:

• Leifheit
• Fiskars
• Worx
• Gardena
• Friend Victoria
• Vileda

Where is the best place to buy a broomstick?

You can find high-quality broomsticks for indoor and outdoor use in hardware stores, for example at OBI, Hornbach, Hagebaumarkt or toom. Amazon offers a very large selection.

How much does a broomstick cost?

Solid broomsticks for indoor use are available from around five euros. For versions with special extras (telescopic, ergonomic handle, etc.) that have to withstand the rougher outdoors, at least ten euros are generally charged.

equipment

broom

Of course, there's not much you can do with just a broomstick. There are numerous bristle attachments (so-called bars) for every area of ​​application - whether indoor or outdoor, whether for tile or parquet, concrete or grass floors, whether for dirt or specific items such as Weed. So you enjoy a huge selection.

bracket

A wall bracket is useful for protected, space-saving and stylish storage of the broomstick. This is particularly recommended if you want to store the handle and your selected bristle element as a unit. Thanks to the holder, the latter does not have to stand on the floor all the time, so that the bristles are spared and do not wear out so quickly.