The Official XHose Expanding Garden Hose Pipe with BONUS adaptor, 75ft, Blue

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The constant expansion and contraction can cause wear and tear, and these pipes may not last as long as a regular hosepipe. Cheap no-brand expandable hoses are the worst offenders. Now, if this expandable hose can burst under the ridiculously low water pressure I have at my property, I hate to think what would happen under decent pressure.

I did my research online before buying this hose, and here’s what I found from the various online retailers I looked at: Upon connecting the replacement to the tap, it leaked at the point where the hose entered the fitting.Unlike a basic hose, this EasyHose collapsible garden hose expands from 25 feet to its full length of 75 feet when water is added. It’s lightweight, has sturdy brass fittings, an on/off valve, and latex material to withstand 12 bars of water pressure, one of the highest for an expandable hose. An inline tap or valve allows the user to adjust the flow rate before the water enters the nozzle, spray gun, sprinkler, etc. For example, if you want to use an expanding hosepipe with a sprinkler, you’ll need one with an inline tap/valve. Otherwise, the hosepipe will shrink and might not be long enough to reach the sprinkler. 6) Will you connect the hosepipe to a pressure washer? While not exactly a typical expandable hose, this coil hose from Water Right is safe for watering edibles and for little ones to drink directly from the nozzle and has a similar shrinking function. The coiled hose design stretches approximately 40–45 feet its full length for a 50-foot hose, and 25 feet has a workable length of 20 feet, and so on. If you want to use it for sprinklers or anything that requires a constant flow of water, it won’t stay expanded at its full length and will shrink unless you can control the flow rate, so look for hoses that allow you to do this. This lead-free brass and UV stabilized polyurethane hose does not contain phthalates and is ideal for watering small to medium-sized vegetable gardens. One happy buyer reported, “I did research on hoses that would not essentially poison me if I drank out of them or watered my vegetables with them. Many hoses can transfer chemicals into the water you are feeding your plants, and since I grow organic, I didn't want that. This one is perfect.”

I found several complaints about the “lifetime guarantee”. Apparently, the manufacturer will only replace the faulty product once and won’t transfer the guarantee to the replacement. Not to be used with Pressure Washers Avoid tugging and struggling with your garden hose *Not to be used with Pressure Washers Avoid tugging and struggling with your garden hose *Not to be used with Pressure Washers Avoid tugging and struggling with your garden hose Soaker hoses: A sprinkler or soaker hose is similar to a drip system and works on a timer. This hose drips water onto a garden to soak the soil and keep it moist in especially hot and dry climates. Choosing the proper hose for watering is essential, and our guide below covers the different types of hoses, including drinking water-safe options, so that you can see if an expandable hose is indeed the best option for you. Drinking-water safe hoses: A regular garden hose isn’t typically drinking-water safe. Hoses that are safe for drinking are guaranteed not to have lead, BPA, or phthalates and are suitable to water a vegetable garden or to fill a child’s pool.

Vinyl hoses: A conventional hose that is the most economical of all hose types, a vinyl hose is best for light-duty watering. Coiled hoses are usually made of vinyl and are appropriate for light-duty use. I wasn’t impressed with the plastic fittings which felt cheap and as if they would snap easier than the other three hoses I tested. The sleeve was thin and provided little cushioning. What I Liked About The XHose I connected this hose to my tap and allowed the hose to expand fully, I then sprayed my flowerbeds with the water. I repeated this over several days and I also: I liked the choice of colours, metal brass fittings, and I got the feeling that it was well-made and would hold up well if dragged around a lot. The XHose doesn’t come with a spray gun or nozzle which is disappointing as I only have a cheap nozzle from an old hosepipe at home and for the price, I expected more from XHose. Manufacturer Warranty

The outer layer of the pipe also felt like it would wear off or deteriorate if abused and dragged on hard surfaces (compared to two of the other hoses I tested). Metal hoses: Metal hoses are made of stainless steel and will not corrode if left in direct sunlight like other hoses. They also don’t kink and won’t spring a leak like other hose materials. On closer inspection, I saw sellotape around the base of the box, a tell-tale sign that a previous customer had returned this product. The spray nozzle has a non-slip rubberized grip, a circular valve to change water pressure, and eight spray patterns, including mist, shower, jet, and cone watering options. One happy buyer wrote, “I decided to try this one, and am very happy with it so far. It’s light and easy to move around, and doesn’t kink, which saves me trips up and down my hill…So far I love it. No kinks, no leaks, and a nozzle that’s very easy to use. Recommend it.” Expanding hosepipes can be connected from the tap to the pressure washer but remember that it may shrink once switched on.

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I don’t recommend this expandable hose as the Flexi-Hose and TheFitLife’s hoses were far superior in build quality, especially the fittings and the sleeve. How I Tested This Hose We hope our review of the best expandable garden hose has been helpful. For more suppliers of related products, including garden hose couplings , fittings , sprayers , or reels , consult our additional guides , or visit the Thomas Supplier Discovery Platform . Other Garden and Landscaping Articles The main complaints were about the hose splitting or the connectors not fitting the taps (most homes in the UK will have one of two tap faucet sizes). Like similar expandable hoses, this dependable hose from Flexi-Hose stretches to three times its size, but unlike regular rubber hoses, this functional hose won’t kink and can handle between 41–113°F. The ¾-inch brass connectors have a rubber seal to reduce leaks and a shut-off valve. Scroll down to read more about these top expandable garden hoses and what thousands of happy buyers thought about them.

You shouldn’t use expandable hoses with some pressure washers (the ones that “pull” water from the source).There are dozens of garden hoses, from light to heavy-duty options, with solid brass connectors, aluminum fittings, or plastic fittings. Some hoses come with an eight or nine-function spray nozzle for optimal watering control, while others have a synthetic or natural latex core. Natural latex comes from rubber tree sap and is more puncture resistant than other materials. Types of Gardening Hoses Also Available at: Walmart , The Home Depot , and Target 4. Best Garden Hose for Vegetable Garden—Water Right Drinking Water Safe Hose While it’s difficult to find a really long hose that is completely kink-free, this 100-foot expandable water hose from TheFitLife fits the bill. It has industrial-grade heavy-duty 304 stainless steel to help withstand the high 145 PSI water pressure. It comes in many different sizes for an array of gardening needs.