10 Best Automatic Garden Hose Reels

Does the clumsy pile of hose in the corner of your garden bother you? Then it is time to shift to a neat and organized look. With the perfect automatic garden hose reel, you can make sure that the hose is appropriately winded up and stored neatly without any extra effort. It will save you […] The post 10 Best Automatic Garden Hose Reels appeared first on Homesthetics - Inspiring ideas for your home..

Sep 19, 2020 - 15:17

Does the clumsy pile of hose in the corner of your garden bother you? Then it is time to shift to a neat and organized look.

With the perfect automatic garden hose reel, you can make sure that the hose is appropriately winded up and stored neatly without any extra effort. It will save you from winding it manually and help you clean the ground and keep the vegetation growing.

When we got an automatic hose reel, it gave us a hassle-free experience in taking care of our lawn while enhancing the ambiance. The hose retracts itself and snugly fits inside the reel.

But when we set out to purchase it, we found multiple choices in the market, and choosing one was rather challenging.

To save you from that hassle, this comprehensive and unbiased list of 10 excellent options has been curated. We have also included a buyer’s guide to help you choose the right one for your needs.

So, without further ado, let’s get down to business!

Top Automatic Garden Hose Reels

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IMAGE	PRODUCT	DETAILS
Our Top PickOur Top Pick	Gardena 8024 Retractable Hose Reel	115-feet capacity Integrated steel spring Ergonomically shaped handle	VIEW LATEST PRICE →
	Suncast Resin CPLSMW200 Reel	225-feet capacity Sturdy resin design Slide-Trak Guide	VIEW LATEST PRICE →
	Giraffe Hose Reel	Adjustable cord stopper Automatic rewind 180-degrees swivel bracket	VIEW LATEST PRICE →
	TACKLIFE Wall Mounted Retractable Hose Reel	180-degrees coverage Auto rewind functions 7 patterns nozzle	VIEW LATEST PRICE →
	Wasser Vela Garden Retractable Reel	Automatic Smart Trak guide 180-degree swivel 1/2" PVC braided hose	VIEW LATEST PRICE →
	RL Flo-Master 65HR8 Retractable Hose Reel	Retractable spring-loaded reel Automatic guide Allows 180-degree swivel	VIEW LATEST PRICE →
	Gardena Retractable 8022 Reel	Sturdy guide bracket Ergonomically-shaped handle 50-feet length capacity	VIEW LATEST PRICE →
	Suncast Powerwind 12 Volt Automatic Reel	Motor-driven reel Smart-Trak Guide 12-volt rechargeable battery	VIEW LATEST PRICE →
	Giraffe Retractable 65 feet Garden Hose-Reel	Patent lock system 5 feet leading hose 9 adjustable sprayer nozzles	VIEW LATEST PRICE →
	Power Retractable Hose Reel	Slow return system Equipped with 50 + 6 feet capacity Sturdy wall bracket	VIEW LATEST PRICE →

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Gardena 8024 Retractable Hose Reel

If you are looking for a high-quality reel that’s known for its unparalleled performance, the Gardena 8024 Retractable Hose Reel is the perfect choice. A gentle tug will help you unwind it, and an adequate 115-feet capacity will help you reach all the plants.

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GARDENA Retractable Hose Reel 115-Feet With Convenient Hose...

With a short Pull on the hose, The lock releases and the...
An integrated steel spring provides even, powerful...
Includes a hose guide bracket to mount on wall or corner...
In winter, The hose box can be taken by the...

Why Did We Like It?

One of its fantastic features is the wall bracket, which provides space for storing the nozzles, sprayers, and wash brushes together. We could access them all at once, which saved a lot of time in the long run.

Coming to the ease of storage, it can be rolled into a box that can then be folded against the wall. This will help you save a lot of space in the process. The box can also be moved 180 degrees if needed, and it will prevent kinking of the hose.

Further, there is an anti-drip device that will prevent dripping or any kind of leakage while operating. It also eliminates water leakage while transporting the box from one place to another.

Additionally, an integrated steel spring helps in rolling up the pipe automatically. There is no twisting or tangling of the hose while it retracts.

Overall, we found this to be a very beneficial equipment, and this kit includes all the extra parts needed to assemble and use the hose.

What Could’ve Been Better?

We faced some minor issues with the retraction of our hose, and tried reaching out to the customer service multiple times. They weren’t very helpful, and we ended up doing some research and fixing it ourselves. The problem wasn’t too significant, but we would’ve preferred getting some help from the customer service team.

Pros

No bending over or cranking required
Prevents tangling of the hose
Wall brackets and plugs included
Anti-drip device

Cons

Inefficient customer service

Suncast Resin CPLSMW200 Reel

Are you looking for a hose reel that will match the decor of your lawn? The Suncast Resin CPLSMW200 Reel will fit very well and provide you with a neat and clean look. We loved the attractive pattern as well as the long hose capacity.

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Suncast Resin Hose Hideaway with Hose Guide - Durable...

DURABLE: Sturdy resin design ensures this garden hose reel...
HOSE GUIDE: Slide-Trak Hose Guide makes winding and...
TIGHT SEAL: A strong, reinforced system ensures water-tight...
EASY STORAGE: Features stay-up lid for hassle-free hose...

Why Did We Like It?

The Slide-Trak guide helps a lot in winding and unwinding the hose and ensures there is no kinking. A crank handle which is present on the side will help you with the process.

Further, we loved the strong resin body, which can withstand all kinds of temperature while keeping the hose safe inside. It has an attractive design that provides for a clutter-free experience and keeps the hose entirely covered. Also, this reel is tightly sealed, and the reinforced system prevents any water leakage.

Besides, the lid is designed to stay up while you unload or store the hose, and this provides a truly hassle-free experience.

Having a 225-feet length capacity, this hose reel is the most excellent solution for large backyards and lawns. It will help you reach narrow spaces with ease, and you can look forward to a healthy kitchen garden or front porch.

What Could’ve Been Better?

It is indeed one of the most attractive equipment in this list, and hence, you can expect it to have a higher price. An average homeowner may not find it to be affordable, but again, if you have the liberty to shell out some more bucks, we would recommend this.

Pros

Prevents water leakage
Stay-up lid for easy storage
Attractive design
Comes fully assembled

Cons

Slightly expensive

Giraffe Hose Reel

It should come as no surprise that this is one of our top recommendations, given how it’s known to have some of the best features in the market. The Giraffe Hose Reel is an exceptional pick with its premium quality impact-resistant body made of polypropylene. With high-quality brass used to make the fittings, it is bound to please you with its performance.

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Giraffe Hose Reel, 90FT Wall Mounted Retractable Garden Hose...

[Lock At Any Length And Slow Return Design]Hose is unwound...
[Stable Auto Rewind System] Simply give the hose a gentle...
[Excellent 5/8in 90FT Garden Hose And 180° Swivel]All...
[Everything included and ready to use]Come with 1 x giraffe...

Why Did We Like It?

One of this device’s best features has to be the slow rewind system. It will ensure that the hose retracts at minimum speed and does not hurt kids or pets it its way. You will not have to be putting any physical pressure to make it withdraw. With the automatic rewind feature, it will roll back correctly without any help, and will leave no parts hanging out.

Additionally fitted with an auto-track system, the guide will ensure that the hose is distributed evenly and no parts tangle or get on top of each other.

Besides this, this unit is very easy to install and can be transported immediately when needed. It has a quick-release mount with screws that need to be fixed. Just fix the screws and you are done! The mounting hardware is very sturdy and will keep the hose reel in place.

What Could’ve Been Better?

We loved its performance but would have been happier if the hose capacity was more. It can hold hoses up to 90 feet long, which will cover a small garden entirely but may not be suitable for bigger spaces. But since this does not affect the overall performance, we will not be holding it against the other brilliant features.

Pros

Slow return system
Can be locked at any length
Suitable with all-weather conditions
Quick-release mounting system

Cons

Not compatible with longer hoses

TACKLIFE Wall Mounted Retractable Hose Reel

If you are looking for premium quality, the TACKLIFE Wall Mounted Retractable Hose Reel will bring you absolute satisfaction with its remarkable design and performance. Use it to give your pets a fun shower, or water the plants and wash your car easily. We have even used it to clean the ground, and it worked perfectly.