# Outdoor Garden Debris Vacuums This Leaf-Collecting Lawn Sweeper Eliminates the Need for Raking By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-09-04 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lawn-sweeper References: [7gadgets](http://www.7gadgets.com/2016/08/31/the-leaf-collecting-lawn-sweeper/128179) & [hammacher](http://www.hammacher.com/Product/Default.aspx?sku=88781&promo=Category-NewArrivals&catid=60&PID=3227429&source=cj&utm_source=Affiliate&utm_medium=CPA&utm_campaign=CJ) Those that simply don't care for [raking leaves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-power-equipment) or are unable to do so will find the Leaf-Collecting Lawn Sweeper to be the ideal lawn card appliance. Designed with a wide collection port, the sweeper works by being pushed around on a bed of grass much like a [lawnmower](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotic-lawn-care1). Instead of chopping or cutting, the appliance will effectively [sweep up leaves and other debris](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bsty-dualaction-cordless) into the collection area for easy transporting and emptying. Large properties can be a grueling responsibility when fall comes around and the trees begin to shed their leaves. The Leaf-Collecting Lawn Sweeper helps to effectively make raking a chore of the past and offer those who might not be able to rake a little bit more independence. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Leaf-collecting Lawn Sweepers:** The use of lawn sweepers for leaf collection offers a disruptive innovation opportunity. - **Innovative Lawn Care Appliances:** Creating innovative lawn care appliances that take advantage of technology can be a major disruptive innovation opportunity. - **Autonomous Lawn Care:** Developing autonomous lawn care technology has the potential to disrupt the lawn care industry and save time and effort for homeowners. ### Who This Affects Most - **Gardening and Landscaping:** The gardening and landscaping industry can benefit from introducing innovative lawn care appliances that can help to save time and effort for homeowners. - **Home Appliance:** Manufacturers of home appliances can add Leaf-Collecting Lawn Sweepers to their lineup, creating a new product category. - **Autonomous Equipment Manufacturing:** Manufacturing autonomous lawn care equipment is a potential disruptive innovation opportunity for companies in the lawn care industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Automated Robotic Leaf Blowers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yarbo-blower-b1.md) - [Multifunctional Lawn Care Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoflow-blade.md) - [Sleek Leaf Blower Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoto-cordless-leaf-blower.md) - [Powerful Outdoor Lawn Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/worx-offers.md) - [Automated Lawn Care Technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automated-lawn-care-technology.md) - [Debris-Compacting Robot Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roomba-205-dustcompactor-combo-robot.md) - [Auto-Mulching Robotic Lawnmowers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airseekers-tron-360-ai-vision-robotic-mower.md) - [Multi-Tasking Garden Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/master-x-vison.md) - [Handheld Air Blower Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evoduster-pro.md)