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Say good riddance to coiling hoses the hard way! Keep your hands clean and your backyard tidy with the best garden hose reel for the job.
Eley/Rapid Reel Wall Mount Garden Hose Reel
Easy to mount
Smooth cranking for winding and unwinding hose
No hose guide when winding hose
Expensive
Eley/Rapid Reel Portable Garden Hose Reel Cart
Stable and sturdy
Smooth cranking for winding and unwinding hose
Cam-lever brake can be improved
No hose guide when winding hose
Liberty Garden Products Steel Decorative Wall Mount Garden Hose Reel
Beautiful yet functional
Smooth operation
This product can expose you to lead
Too small to hold 125 feet of 5/8”-diameter hosing
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WriterSuncast Hose Hideaway with Smart Trak
This stand-alone garden hose reel discreetly conceals the hose and has a handy but small storage compartment.
Smooth reeling with little effort
Easy to use
Storage bin not large for some users
Tips over easily some users pull out the hose
Strongway Parallel or Perpendicular Wall-Mount Garden Hose Reel
Easy to install and use, this mounted garden hose reel is not large enough to fit 150’ of hose.
Easy to install and use
Heavy-duty construction and parts
Capacity not large enough to fit 150’ of 5/8”-diameter hose
Paint chips off easily
Garden Power Foot Crank Powered Hose Reel
This unique portable garden hose reel features a convenient foot pedal crank that could stop working or break.
Easy to transport and use
Sleek design
RAINWAVE Retractable Swivel Wall Mounted Hose Reel
Heavy duty and fast, this mounted retractable garden hose reel sometimes leaks.
Heavy duty
Retracts quickly
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Avoid sore backs and dirty, wet clothes from hoisting around the garden hose. Say goodbye to winding up the hose by hand. Read on and learn how to choose the best garden hose reel for using and storing the hose–an essential hydration tool for plants.
Autumn is over, so there’s no need to worry about clearing leaves. With spring coming, flowers are budding and gardeners are getting busy. Gardening should be relaxing and not too taxing. A watering may be sufficient for a small garden but for a large garden plot, yard or estate, you’ll need the big guns–a hose. When hauling the hose out of the shed and moving it around the yard, don’t become a “human reel” (i.e., winding the hose around your elbows and hands). Read on to find the best garden hose reel for your needs.
If not, here’s good news:
Avoid sore backs and dirty, wet clothes from hoisting around the garden hose. Say goodbye to winding up the hose by hand. Read on and learn how to choose the best garden hose reel for using and storing the hose–an essential hydration tool for plants.
From our research, we overwhelmingly found users praised the Eley/Rapid Reel Wall Mount Garden Hose Reel. Holding up to 150-feet of 5/8”-diameter hose or 100-feet of ¾”-diameter hose (depending on hose brand and style), this tough metal garden hose reel is built to last.
With stainless steel mounting hardware and a brass and stainless steel swivel, this garden hose reel stands up to heavy use. Users find its aluminum alloy wall plate easy to mount but note that it must be mounted very solidly.
The Eley/Rapid Reel Wall Mount Garden Hose Reel also includes a 6.5”-long polyurethane rubber inlet hose with crush-proof brass fittings. It unwinds and winds hoses smoothly with a hand crank that both left-handed and right-handed users appreciate.
It’s not called “rapid reel” for nothing.
Users found this garden hose reel quick and effortless in its winding action.
Guess what:
One reviewer who is a volunteer firefighter even bought an Eley/Rapid Reel Wall Mount Garden Hose Reel to hold the heavy firehouse hoses used to wash firetrucks!
To match the heavy-duty Eley/Rapid Reel Wall Mount Garden Hose Reel, attach the rugged Bon-Aire Original Ultimate Hose Nozzle at the end of your garden hose. Its firehose-nozzle construction turns any standard garden hose into powerful, multi-functional spraying hose.
To learn more about the Eley/Rapid Reel Wall Mount Garden Hose Reel, see this video.
Easy to mount
Smooth cranking for winding and unwinding hose
No hose guide when winding hose
Expensive
We found that users loved yet another Eley product: the Eley/Rapid Reel Portable Garden Hose Reel Cart. This portable model has the same solid construction as its wall-mount sibling with the added convenience of mobility. Holding up to 150-feet of 5/8”-diameter hose, this garden hose reel can haul around hose all over your yard, wherever you need to spray water. Its light yet tough 1.5” aluminum-alloy tubular frame on two rugged, flat-free rubber tires makes it portable and dependable.
There’s more:
The Eley/Rapid Reel Portable Garden Hose Reel Cart has a brass and stainless steel swivel (or rotary union) and a 6.5-foot long polyurethane rubber inlet hose for no-leak plumbing. It unwinds and winds hose smoothly with a hand crank that both left-handed and right-handed users appreciate. Again, it’s called “rapid reel” for good reason–our focus group found this garden hose reel quick and effortless in its winding action.
To learn more about this reel and see it in action, watch this video.
Stable and sturdy
Smooth cranking for winding and unwinding hose
Cam-lever brake can be improved
No hose guide when winding hose
Who says beauty and utility can’t go together? Hoses bring vital water to growing flowers. The hoses themselves deserve to be stored with a bit of beauty! The Liberty Garden Products Steel Decorative Wall Mount Garden Hose Reel adds a lovely touch to any gardening or storage area.
This heavy-gauge steel garden hose reel holds up to 125 feet of 5/8”-diameter hose. Its steel frame has a durable powder coat finish that resists rust and weather. Although the garden hose reel does not come with a hose, it does include a 5’-long leader hose.
During our research, we found that users really liked the ease with which they pulled out the hose and wound it back up again using the padded hand crank.
What’s more:
The Liberty Garden Products Steel Decorative Wall Mount Garden Hose Reel has a shelf for holding garden tools, nozzles, and even small potted plants. The mounting hardware isn’t included, but the garden hose reel comes fully assembled. Not having to assemble the reel made a big difference to a lot of the consumers we spoke with about this hose reel—they loved the convenience.
Take a look:
To learn more about the Liberty Garden Products Steel Decorative Wall Mount Garden Hose Reel, watch this video.
To learn about installing this garden hose reel, watch this helpful tutorial.
Need a hose for this garden hose reel? Many users purchased the Teknor Apex Neverkink Water Hose.
Beautiful yet functional
Smooth operation
This product can expose you to lead
Too small to hold 125 feet of 5/8”-diameter hosing
For users who want a hideaway-style reel that includes a retractable hose, the RL Flo-Master Retractable Hose Reel is a neat-looking, convenient solution.
This reel has a heavy-duty spring that slowly retracts all 65 feet of 5/8”-diameter hose with an automatic guide that prevents the hose from overlapping during winding. A stopper near the end of the hose keeps it from entering the case completely. We discovered in our research that, although many users praised this garden hose reel’s retraction mechanism’s smooth action, some users observed that the retraction device grew faulty over time.
On a better note:
We noticed other convenient features on this model. Although the RL Flo-Master Retractable Hose Reel is mounted, its bracket allows for a 180° swivel, so you can turn the hose reel in different directions for a better reach. The garden hose reel can be removed from the mounting bracket when needed, like for winter storage. Finally, the case has a handy carrying handle for transporting it when needed (either in the yard or to storage).
This video provides a clear demonstration of how the RL Flo-Master Retractable Hose Reel is mounted and functions.
For even more versatility, look into the 2wayz All Metal Body Hose Splitter. This hose splitter can expand spraying options for anyone watering plants.
Easy to mount and use
Retraction feature is convenient–no need to wind up hose by hand!
Some users noticed low water pressure/flow
Spring and retraction eventually fail
The Suncast Hose Hideaway with Smart Trak is a freestanding garden hose reel that discreetly conceals up to 225 feet of 5/8”-diameter standard vinyl garden hosing.
Consumers love two things about how this item works:
But there’s more:
Another feature users praise is the storage bin (over the garden hose reel itself), which is convenient for storing nozzles, sprayers, sprinklers, etc. Made of sturdy resin construction, the Suncast Hose Hideaway with Smart Trak also earned kudos for its toughness and ability to withstand sunlight (UV rays) and heat. However, we also noticed the plastic construction and handle were a bit flimsy.
Love those earth tones!
The Suncast Hose Hideaway with Smart Trak has a light taupe body and mocha lid that makes it inconspicuous in the yard or garage. It fits into any landscape well.
Smooth reeling with little effort
Easy to use
Storage bin not large for some users
Tips over easily some users pull out the hose
The Strongway Parallel or Perpendicular Wall-Mount Garden Hose Reel is described as “heavy duty” by most consumers who used this reel. It holds up to 150 feet of 5/8”-diameter hose. This garden hose reel is constructed with a durable steel frame with a corrosion-resistant industrial powder-coat finish, brass fittings, and a tough welded handle. The Strongway Parallel or Perpendicular Wall-Mount Garden Hose Reel is versatile and can be mounted parallel or perpendicular to the wall. In fact, several users praised the multiple mounting options.
What’s more:
The Strongway Parallel or Perpendicular Wall-Mount Garden Hose Reel has a swivel grip for easy winding and unwinding and can be set up for both left-handed and right-handed users. Although we did not find the handle very “heavy duty” , it is the only plastic part of this garden hose reel.
To learn more about this garden hose reel, watch this video.
A recommended hose to use with the Strongway Parallel or Perpendicular Wall-Mount Garden Hose Reel is the Teknor Apex Neverkink Water Hose.
Easy to install and use
Heavy-duty construction and parts
Capacity not large enough to fit 150’ of 5/8”-diameter hose
Paint chips off easily
After working in the garden or yard, do you ever wish you could roll up and put away the hose without bending, kneeling, or cranking a handle? People have tried the Garden Power Foot Crank Powered Hose Reel with mixed results. Some love the foot crank and find it easy to use. Simply step on a pedal to start the retraction of the included 75’-long 5/8”-diameter garden hose. A power track facilitates even hose retraction.
On the other hand…
Other users thought the foot crank did not work as well as expected.
The Garden Power Foot Crank Powered Hose Reel is balanced on two sturdy wheels and has a bronze base with a low center of gravity to prevent tipping. Even more convenient, this reel folds for easy storage. One user commented that this garden hose reel unit does not take up too much room during use or in storage. We certainly agree.
Take a quick peek:
This video shows how easy this garden hose reel is to move and use.
Easy to transport and use
Sleek design
We particularly like how the RAINWAVE Retractable Swivel Wall Mounted Hose Reel conveniently pivots despite it being a fixed, not mobile, garden hose reel. With its swiveling heavy duty metal wall mounting bracket, this garden hose reel allows you to turn and extend the hose in different directions for a better reach.
What’s more:
The RAINWAVE Retractable Swivel Wall Mounted Hose Reel automatically recoils the included 80’-long, 5/8”-diameter hose with a spring-driven mechanism. To use the hose, just extend it to the length you need and gently release tension on it until you feel it locks into place. When you’re finished using the hose, tug it slightly to activate a spring-driven mechanism that retracts it back into the box.
Don’t worry!
A stopper near the end of the hose keeps the hose from being disappearing into the box.
Expert Tip
Before retracting hose, make sure water is drained. Store the hose and garden hose reel indoors during winter months to extend the RAINWAVE Retractable Swivel Wall Mounted Hose Reel’s life and function.
By the way:
This enclosed reel has a convenient carrying handle for transporting between indoor storage and its outdoor position.
Heavy duty
Retracts quickly
The Power Products Retractable Power Hose Reel has a unique slow-return, spring-loaded retraction system as well as a nozzle protector on the end of the hose. These caring touches can prevent the hose from damaging itself and other objects (or hurt people) when retracting. No more jumping out of the way because of 50’-long, 5/8”-diameter hose whipping back to its case!
We really liked (as did the focus group) that the garden hose reel’s 180° swiveling action that allows you to turn and extend the garden hose in different directions for a better reach. An interesting fact that we learned is that the mounting brackets can go on the wall or ceiling.
Tougher than others:
Users also appreciated the sturdy quality, strong twist collar, and brass fittings of the Power Products Retractable Power Hose Reel kit. Constructed of three layers, this hybrid hose’s 500 maximum PSI is an average of 50% more than competitors’ PSI ratings. It can handle 500 PSI bursts!
Finally, the Power Products Retractable Power Hose Reel is easily removed for storage and portability.
Easy to mount and use
Hose retracts easily and smoothly
Hercules was the god of strength and the Hercules Hose and Reel by Bulbhead takes after its namesake. This kink-proof, tear-proof, and leak-proof 75’-long, 1/2'”-diameter hose has an interlocking armor design and steel casing for toughness and strength.
It also has industrial strength anti-leak connectors. During our research, the Bestazy team and consumers alike tested the hose’s durability and strength by parking a car on it, dragging it over rocks, using it among thorns, etc. and found that it indeed is Herculean! This garden hose and reel also withstand extreme weather conditions, like beating sunlight and intense heat.
The reel itself is portable, easy to carry, and compact. Made of tough green plastic, the reel has four small feet to keep itself (and the hose) upright during use. It winds up the hose easily with a bright orange crank that spins the green reel smoothly around an orange center piece.
A study in contrasts:
Despite its rugged construction, the Hercules Hose and Reel by Bulbhead is lightweight. Users love those qualities as well as the fact the garden hose rolls up and stores easily on its reel for storage.
This is crazy:
Watch this garden hose withstand a lawnmower and a shark in this video.
Lightweight
Easy to transport, use, and roll up
Small (1/2”) diameter
Low water pressure and volume
A garden hose reel should
Garden hose reels come in various sizes, shapes, and materials with different functionalities. You can choose among many different models depending on how much you use your hose, how large an area you want to water, and more.
So, what’s the bottom line?
Think about specific factors when selecting a garden reel hose, such as size, durability, portability (if needed), and winding mechanism (by hand or auto-retraction). The following reviews should help you decide which kind of garden hose reel you need and are willing to pay for.
You might ask, “Why should I bother buying a garden hose reel?” What’s wrong with coiling up the hose and leaving it on the ground by the house, in a shed, or the garage until the next time you need it? Of course there’s nothing wrong with that, but using a garden hose reel may make your life easier for several reasons:
Convinced you need a garden hose reel, yet?
If so, here are some things to consider.
Of course you’ll want a reel large enough to fit the hose long enough for your needs. To make life easier, think about choosing a hose reel that can hold a hose about 50 feet longer than your hose. This way, you’ll have room to spare if case the hose is not wound up evenly/perfectly flat on the reel. Also, the reel has extra room for the hose to expand in the heat.
Of course you’ll want a reel large enough to fit the hose long enough for your needs. To make life easier, think about choosing a hose reel that can hold a hose about 50 feet longer than your hose. This way, you’ll have room to spare if case the hose is not wound up evenly/perfectly flat on the reel. Also, the reel has extra room for the hose to expand in the heat.
Now that you’ve thought about the features you may or may not want/need in a garden hose reel, you can decide on what kind to purchase.
Now that you’re armed with plenty of information about garden hose reels, you can better understand the differences among specific models. More importantly, you’ll be able to decide how much you’re willing to spend on different features and types.
As you can see, garden hose reels come in many different shapes and sizes to fit any kind of situation. Thus, we’ve broken down the above list into the best models for various situations.
When size matters:
The best garden hose reel for people who need to store very long hoses is the Suncast Hose Hideaway with Smart Trak. This model can hold up to 225’ of 5/8”-diameter standard vinyl hose. People who have to stretch the hose across large yards or garden plots would find this model most convenient.
The best garden hose reel for people with little storage space is a tie between the Hercules Hose and Reel by Bulbhead and the Garden Power Foot Crank Powered Hose Reel. Simple and compact, the Hercules Hose and Reel by Bulbhead has no extras, like wheels, a hand crank, or mounting hardware. Although larger, the Garden Power Foot Crank Powered Hose Reel does have a handle that folds down for easy storage. We think people who live in apartments (perhaps with balcony gardens) or townhouses would benefit from these models.
The best garden hose reel for people who don’t want to sacrifice aesthetics for practicality is the Liberty Garden Products Steel Decorative Wall Mount Garden Hose Reel. This lovely model adds style and elegance to any area but is still functional. The Liberty Garden Products Steel Decorative Wall Mount Garden Hose Reel serves as a wall ornament while neatly storing a garden hose and providing a shelf for small tools or plants.
Speaking of aesthetics:
The best garden hose reel for hiding the hose is the Suncast Hose Hideaway with Smart Trak. Encased in a tidy box, this reel keeps the hose neat and out of sight. In fact, we have a Suncast Hose Hideaway with Smart Trak, and I even forgot what was inside! Even better, this model–with its lid closed–multitasks as a storage space for small tools and a stand for holding light objects.
Treat yourself to convenience:
The best garden hose for reel for people who want quick and effortless clean-up is the RL Flo-Master Retractable Hose Reel. Simply tug on the hose to activate retraction and voilà! Your hose is neatly wound up with little work on your part.
The best garden hose for people who want hands-free clean-up is the Garden Power Foot Crank Powered Hose Reel. No more touching a wet hose or turning a dirty hand crank: just step on the pedal to activate retraction.
The best garden hose reel for people who want or need something lightweight is the Hercules Hose and Reel by Bulbhead. We found in our research that elderly gardeners found using this model easy. It is small and easy to carry.
Did you know today’s garden hose reel has origins in firefighting? In 1673, Dutch firefighters, Jan and Nicholaas van der Heyden invented the fire hose to replace buckets of water and hand pumps. People realized they needed to find a way to store these hard-to-fold fire hoses that could split, crack and rot in storage.
Eventually, firefighters began to wrap hoses around large cylinders. Attached hand cranks made wrapping and unwrapping hoses quicker. By the twentieth century, hand cranks became motorized and reels were attached to wheels and carts for mobility.
Hopefully today you won’t need your hose to put out a fire, just this handy descendant of the original fire hose reel for storing your garden hose.
Now that you’ve finally decided on, bought, and brought home the best garden hose reel for you, keep the hose and reel in great shape by following some maintenance tips:
When your garden hose reel finally reaches the end of its useful life (i.e., starts to leak, parts break), don’t throw it out right away! See if you can repurpose it. Old garden hose reels are handy for winding up and storing other cords, like ropes, extension cords, air hoses, holiday lights, and more.
Here’s a nifty trick for winding up, storing, and using long cords. Cut winding and unwinding time and effort in half by not starting from one end of the cord. Instead, follow these steps:
You can avoid pulling out one long strand that can tangle or kink because you now have two shorter sections of equal length that add up the total length you need.
For a demonstration, watch this video from This Old House.
And we don’t stop there
Other creative repurposing ideas we’ve found in our research include removing the reel from its frame/holder and:
With maintenance, hopefully your garden hose reel will last for many years. Take care of this important hydration tool–it’s just as important as a spade, a rake, a trowel or any gardening implement.
Say good riddance to coiling hoses the hard way! Keep your hands clean and your backyard tidy with the best garden hose reel for the job.
Say good riddance to coiling hoses the hard way! Keep your hands clean and your backyard tidy with the best garden hose reel for the job.
Say good riddance to coiling hoses the hard way! Keep your hands clean and your backyard tidy with the best garden hose reel for the job.
Most mobile garden hose reels are built to be balanced under any weight. Obviously, models with four wheels are more stable than two-wheeled models.
No, you do not have to use one, but if you want to keep your hose neat and for a long time, you’ll want a garden hose reel.
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