With a wall hose reel, you can keep your garden hose compact on the wall of your house. As a result, the hose is ready for use at any time and the annoying "hose salad" comes to an end. Find out what you should essentially look out for when buying a hose reel for wall mounting!
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HAUSHOF hose reel, 20+2m hose reel, 180° swivel, wall-mounted hose box with automatic reeling and wall bracket for the garden
To the product| kind | wall hose box |
|---|---|
| roll-up system | automatically |
| Pivoting | Yes |
| Drum detachable | Yes |
| garden hose incl. | yes, 20 meters |
| material | plastic |
Haushof's wall hose box is very popular with Amazon reviewers. It is described as convincing in terms of quality - important individual parts such as the screws and dowels are also explicitly praised. In general, the equipment seems to be extensive. All elements required for immediate use are already included in the scope of delivery. This also includes a 20-metre hose, a 2-metre inlet hose for the tap and a nozzle with nine modes for flexible use. The automatic hose retraction seems to work very well.
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Amazon Basics Wall Mounted Hose Reel with Auto Retract Hose 15m
To the product| kind | wall hose box |
|---|---|
| roll-up system | automatically |
| Pivoting | Yes |
| Drum detachable | Yes |
| garden hose incl. | yes, 15 m |
| material | plastic |
The wall hose box from AmazonBasics has similar properties to the test winner in our comparison. It also features a 180-degree swivel wall mount and an automatic roll-up system. As in the Haushof version, the drum or box can be removed if necessary. And a spray head with different modes is also included here. The integrated garden hose is slightly shorter. Most Amazon reviewers are extremely happy with the hose box - they are said to be well made and do their job well, and at a very reasonable price.
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Gardena Classic Wall Hose Reel 50 Set: Mobile hose reel, can be mounted on the wall to save space and removed at any time, with 20 m hose, nozzle and system parts (8009-20)
48.89 EUR To the product| kind | wall hose reel |
|---|---|
| roll-up system | manually |
| Pivoting | no |
| Drum detachable | Yes |
| garden hose incl. | yes, 20 meters |
| material | plastic |
The Classic Wall Hose Reel from Gardena is the right model for everyone who doesn't necessarily want a protective box for the reel and the garden hose and who can do without the swiveling and automatic hose retraction. At Amazon, the hose reel is one of the bestsellers. Even among the reviewers, many once again swear by the Gardena quality and the easy handling. However, some customers complain about the lack of longevity.
Purchase Criteria
kind
Pure wall hose reel: This variant only has the hose reel and of course the wall bracket. So it comes without a protective housing, which has a positive effect on the price.
wall hose box: In contrast to the wall hose reel, the wall hose box is covered with a housing. The latter protects the garden hose from external influences such as UV radiation and dirt. Due to the functional plus, a hose box usually costs more than a hose reel.
roll-up system
Manually: The manual wall hose reel has a hand crank. If you press this, the hose is rolled up. Make sure that the crank turns as easily as possible so that you don't have to use a lot of force. Customer reviews usually shed some light on this. Compared to automatic hose reels, the manual variants are usually much cheaper.
Automatically: Some versions, especially under the wall-mounted hose boxes, roll up the hose at the push of a button. The automatic versions have a steel spring gearbox that starts the "clean-up work" after activating the button or lever. In this version, a "slow motion" function is important. It ensures that the hose is rolled up in a controlled manner and does not tumble wildly, which could be dangerous.
swiveling
The wall bracket should be able to swivel 180 degrees so that the hose reel can be angled and you can easily reach any desired angle in your green oasis when watering the lawn or beds with the garden hose.
Additional functions
There are a number of additional functions that make a wall-mounted hose reel even more practical. This includes an anti-drip system. It prevents residual water from dripping out of the hose after watering the garden. As a result, the precious resource is not wasted unnecessarily, which is good for the environment and your wallet - also because the function keeps the hose alive longer. It is also useful if the drum or box can be removed from the wall bracket. This gives you (mobile) flexibility.
Garden hose included
The classic wall hose reels often do not come with a garden hose. In contrast, wall-mounted hose boxes are often already supplied with a hose. If you opt for a combination variant, you must also check the quality of the hose, especially since you cannot generally replace it. Does the hose length suit your needs? If you want to buy an empty wall hose reel, the connection is particularly important. Does the drum connection harmonize with the hose connection of the model that you already have at home or want to order?
material processing
Most wall mount drums are made of plastic. There are also a few versions that are made partially or entirely of metal or steel. Metal and steel models are considered more robust, stable and durable, but often cost more. Wall-mounted hose reels made of plastic can be quite resilient - what is important is that they are UV-resistant and unbreakable. In order to get an impression of the processing before you buy, it is best to read the opinions of some other customers.
scope of delivery
In addition to the reel and the wall bracket, the scope of delivery of a wall-mounted hose reel should also include the dowels and screws required for installation. Good, easy-to-understand assembly instructions are also an advantage. Otherwise, we recommend that you check in advance whether there is a helpful video guide on YouTube. A nozzle is a useful accessory for kits with a hose.
youtubefrequently asked Questions
What is a wall hose reel?
A wall hose reel is a winding aid and storage for the garden hose. The drum, which is available with or without a protective box, is attached to the wall of the house using a wall bracket - ideally near a water connection. The hose can be stored compactly and safely when rolled up. This puts an end to the hose clutter.
How does a wall hose reel work?
How a wall-mounted hose reel works is very simple: you roll the garden hose onto the reel using a hand crank (manual) or a button/lever (automatic). This is usually done without kinking the hose. If you want to use the garden hose, simply pull it (maximum) out of the box or off the reel as far as it will go.
What is the difference between the wall-mounted hose reel and the hose trolley?
The basic principle is more or less identical for the classic hose reel and the hose trolley. But while the wall-mounted hose reel is attached to the wall and thus appears rather static, the hose trolley with the reel has rollers so that you can use the hose reel more dynamically and in a mobile manner.
Which brands offer good wall hose reels?
The best known and most popular brands for wall hose reels are Gardena and Kärcher as well as Güde and Haushof. Bradas, Brandson and AmazonBasics offer cheaper models.
Where is the best place to buy a wall hose reel?
Wall-mounted hose reels are usually available in all well-stocked hardware stores and garden centers - for example at OBI, toom, hagebaumarkt, Hornbach, Bauhaus or Dehner. Sometimes you will even find what you are looking for in discounters (Lidl, Aldi). However, you have the largest selection and the most convenient ordering process at Amazon.
How much does a wall hose reel cost?
Inexpensive hose reels without a hose and with a hand crank are available from around 30 euros. Of course, you pay more for wall-mounted hose boxes with automatic hose retraction, usually at least 50 euros. But there are also expensive wall-mounted hose reels without a hose and box - in the end it is the manufacturer, the functions and the quality of the material and workmanship that determine the price.
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garden hose
If the wall-mounted hose reel of your choice is delivered without a garden hose and you don't already have one, you should order a suitable version right away. The most important features when buying are the hose connection (does it harmonize with the drum connection?), the hose length and of course the quality (material and workmanship) of the hose.
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