Still the Best Garden Hose I've Ever Used - Here's Why
Back in 2020, I first reviewed one of those retractable, expandable lightweight garden hoses—and let me tell you, it was love at first spray.
Fast-forward to today, and it's still the only type of hose I'll use. Once you experience the freedom of not dragging a heavy, stiff, tangled mess around the yard, there's no going back.
This year, I picked up another one for the backyard, and the moment I hooked it up, I was reminded why I fell for it in the first place.
If the marketing teams behind these things aren't focusing on women, especially women who enjoy yard work, they're seriously missing a golden opportunity.
Here's why this hose continues to be a garden essential for me:
1. It's featherlight
Dragging around a traditional hose used to be a full-on workout. This one? I can carry it with one hand while sipping my coffee with the other. It's that light—and yes, that matters.
2. It stores like a dream
When you're done, it shrinks right up and hangs easily over the hose holder. There is no fighting with coils, no awkward loops falling off, and no grumbling required.
3. It saves space
Our 50-foot hose for the backyard takes up a third of the space the old one did. It practically disappears when it's not in use, which is great if you're tired of looking at a messy hose heap.
4. It looks tidy
I never thought I'd describe a hose as "not ugly," but here we are. It's sleek and minimal and doesn't distract from the garden or patio like those bulky green beasts we used to have.
5. No need for bulky wind-up holders
We've got one of those old-school hose boxes in the garage for the front yard, but we didn't want that eyesore cluttering up the backyard. With this hose, you just drape it over a hook or holder and call it a day.
6. Mornings are more leisurely now
One of my favorite parts of the day is watering the plants first thing in the morning. With the old hose, it felt like a chore before I even had my coffee. Now? I pop outside, grab the lightweight hose, water everything in minutes, and actually enjoy the moment.
There are plenty of lightweight expandable hoses out there, and they come in a range of lengths to suit your yard or patio size.
⭐If you’re looking for something simple and compact, here’s a popular 25ft lightweight hose you can check out⭐
It's a great option for smaller spaces or quick watering jobs—and trust me, once you try one of these types of hoses, you won't want to go back.
Lightweight is definitely a selling point with me. I've used one of these in the past (at someone else's home) and agree that it is so much easier than the old-style heavy hoses. I especially like how easy it is to store. Thanks for your recommendation, Barbara.
ReplyDeleteEven though John (who is strong and has lots of stamina) is the gardener in our household, I can see him appreciating a lightweight, compact garden hose like this one, too. Sharing your review with him!
ReplyDeleteI always hated having to fight our heavy garden hose in our backyard and then having to spend time coiling it up. These new hoses are pretty awesome!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds great. I'm ordering mine right now. Thanks
ReplyDeleteI've got one of these hoses and truly love it. I can stretch it out a bit, with ease! I can easily carry it from place to place. I easily store mine inside and curl it up in a flower pot. Love it!
ReplyDeleteWe had one of these retractable, expandable hoses and I loved it for all the reasons you included in your review! It was a pleasure watering our plants.
ReplyDeleteI wonder if this is possible in an apartment. We have a window that I could feed the hose through, but the link up would have to be to a faucet! I will have to take a hard look at this one and see if there is a way to make it work. I sure could use it on the balcony garden!
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