Toysmith Large 26" Rake (6)

The 26-inch handle means I can rake the whole sandcastle site without bending over, which my back appreciated all week. Plastic feels sturdy enough for wet sand too, not flimsy like the dollar-store ones.

My kids fought over this rake all weekend, which says enough. The wide plastic teeth move a serious amount of sand per swipe, and it's bright enough that I can spot it from across the beach.

The 26-inch handle means I don't have to hunch over while smoothing out the sand, which my back definitely appreciates. It's sturdy plastic and hasn't cracked yet even after a few rough trips to the beach.