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Make yard chores a breeze with these garden hoses.
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Different hoses can be selected because of use or personal preference.
To learn more about how we tested these garden hoses, seeour testing processbelow.
Youll need to drain all the water out of the hose after use for proper storage.
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Its unanimousthe favorite garden hose among our testing team was theKotto expandable garden hose.
The Kotto garden hose comes in several different sizes, with its largest being 150 feet.
This makes storage easy without sacrificing the length you oughta cover your backyard.
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This helps make it easier to wind up and put away.
It had a medium firmness while still being fairly flexible and maneuverable.
The Expert Gardener hose comes into two sizes50 and 100 feetand we tested the 50-foot hose option.
It connected smoothly to the faucet, and it didnt leak or drip when in use.
This hose offers high flexibility and easy bending, which may lead to accidental water flow cut-offs.
After testing, we chose theGilmour Aquaarmor garden hoseas the best lightweight option.
Although it is kink resistant, we did experience a few kinks during testing.
However, these were easily resolved with just a few shakes from where we were standing.
One feature we noticed during testing is that this garden hose is flexible.
It bends easily, making it great for corners or obstacles.
We also loved how easy it was to coil upboth when empty and full of water.
The Hydrotech hose also includes an on/off lever on the end connector.
The color of this metal hose can stand out in your yard.
We appreciated that this hose maintained a lighter weight without sacrificing quality.
During testing, we were impressed with this hoses water flow.
Our testers saw improvement in their water pressure when using the Rosy Earth hose compared to their previous hoses.
This, paired with its durability, makes its value reflective of its price point.
Many of the benefits of this hose come from its metal design.
Our Testing Process
To find the best garden hoses, we tested 37 different hoses.
During testing, we scored each garden hose on design, durability, ease of use, and value.
To gauge the design of each garden hose, we focused on non-kinking.
For the hoses that did kink during use, we also tested to see how easily they were unkinked.
To test ease of use, we focused on the flexibility and maneuverability of the garden hoses.
Finally, we wound each hose back onto a storage reel to determine how easy storage would be.
Longer hoses are practical if you have a large yard or garden.
However, according to the universitys botanical garden staff, longer hoses can result in less pressure.
you’ve got the option to also connect multiple smaller hoses for a greater length.
However, its important to pay attention to hose diameter when connecting multiple hoses.
Material
There are several types of materials that can be used in hoses.
It is easy to maneuver through rooms and around obstacles in the greenhouse.
However, this hose was heavier than others at almost 13 poundswithout water running through it.
We also found that it was cumbersome to wind up and hang for storage.
Your Questions, Answered
What is the lifespan of a garden hose?
How much can I expect to spend on a garden hose?
Much like your garden hoses lifespan, its price also depends on several factors.
Smaller hoses or those with lower quality materials often cost less than larger or more high-quality hoses.
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Who We Are
Megan Newtonis a writer specializing in home and garden topics atBetter Homes & Gardens.
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