The hose trolley is a very practical tool, especially when watering larger gardens. On the one hand, it is used for space-saving storage and, on the other hand, for convenient transport of the garden hose. Here you can find out what you should look out for when buying a mobile hose holder!
A hose trolley makes watering much easier
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GARDENA CleverRoll M Metal: Hose trolley with a capacity of up to 60 m, particularly stable, stable hose guide, drip stop (18541-20)
60.79 EUR To the product| Type | hose reel |
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| roll-up system | manually with a crank |
| hose capacity | max. 60 m (1/2 ") |
| handle height | adjustable |
| number of wheels | 2 |
| material | metal |
| Weight | 5.7 kg (without hose) |
This hose trolley from Gardena is very popular with most Amazon reviewers. It is described as being of good to super quality and should absolutely fulfill its purpose. Many buyers of the model explicitly praise the ease of use and the high level of stability. Conveniently, the handle height can be individually adjusted. You are also relatively flexible when it comes to the hose (the trolley is delivered empty). In view of the numerous advantages, the price is surprisingly cheap even by Gardena standards.
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Hozelock Mounted Hose Trolley (60m), with 50m hose
99.33 EUR To the product| Type | hose reel |
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| roll-up system | manually with a crank |
| hose capacity | max. 60 m (1/2 ") |
| handle height | adjustable |
| number of wheels | 2 |
| material | plastic, metal |
| Weight | 7.5 kg (incl. hose) |
Although the hose trolley from Hozelock is the only one in our comparison that is largely made of plastic, it is the heaviest version among the recommendations. On the one hand, this is a disadvantage, but on the other hand it speaks for the stable quality of this model, which is also expressly praised by numerous Amazon customers. Beginners in the gardening world benefit from the fact that this trolley comes with a 50 meter long hose and is fully assembled.
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WOLF-Garten - hose trolley WS 50 Z; 5222000
70.96 EUR To the product| Type | hose reel |
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| roll-up system | manually with a crank |
| hose capacity | max. 50m (1/2 ") |
| handle height | unknown |
| number of wheels | 2 |
| material | galvanized steel |
| Weight | 6.4 kg (without hose) |
The excellent material of the hose trolley from WOLF-Garten is particularly impressive - it is made of galvanized steel and is therefore extremely stable. Compared to the winner of our analysis, the hose capacity here is a bit lower, but in most cases 50 meters (or 45 meters with a margin) is easily enough. Many reviewers describe the hose trolley as being easy to assemble and sturdy and stable. The handling should also be good.
Purchase Criteria
Hose reel or hose box
Almost all hose trolleys only have a hose reel so that the hose is open, visible and not protected from external influences. But sometimes you come across garden hose carts with a so-called hose box. In this case, a protective housing surrounds the hose reel and protects the hose from damage from UV rays and from getting dirty. The disadvantage of a box is that the garden hose cannot generally be replaced.
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Hose trolley Fast Cart with 40 m hose
140.99 EUR To the productCrank or automatic reel
Most hose reels come with a simple hose reel and hand crank, so you have to wind the hose up manually. Make sure that the crank turns easily and doesn't require too much effort from you. Hose trolleys with an automatic reel using a steel spring mechanism are less common. With this function, a garden hose trolley naturally costs more.
hose capacity
How much hose fits on the drum? This criterion is very important if you opt for an empty hose trolley and already have a garden hose that you want to connect to the trolley. Our tip: Subtract five meters from the manufacturer's specification, because in everyday life the garden hose is certainly not always rolled up completely cleanly, so you should give yourself a little leeway.
Height adjustable handle
So that you don't have to bend over when pulling the hose trolley, which would strain your back, the height of the handle should be adjustable. For models without this function, you must ensure that the handle height harmonises with your height. The grip should be at least at hip height, better a bit higher.
High quality wheels
The hose trolley is designed to make it easier for you to transport the garden hose. Stiff wheels would not exactly be ideal. In order to be able to cope effortlessly on uneven terrain, large wheels tend to be an advantage. In addition, it is important, especially with a high weight of the car, that the wheels are as far apart as possible - at least if there are only two. Basically, carts with four wheels are associated with greater stability. With two wheels, an additional stand is essential.
Material, processing and stability
In principle, the hose trolley should of course be made of good materials and processed to a high standard, as well as being frost-proof and stable. The majority of garden hose trolleys are made of plastic with a few parts made of tubular steel. If you search a bit, you will also come across versions that are mainly made of metal or galvanized steel. While plastic versions often score with a lighter weight, metal or steel models are more robust, stable and durable.
equipment and accessories
Do you just want hose storage for your current garden hose? Then a high-quality hose trolley without any accessories (apart from a hose guide to avoid kinks) is completely sufficient. On the other hand, we advise garden newbies to get a whole set that includes not only the hose trolley itself, but also a garden hose with a sprayer and all the necessary connections and couplings. Then you can be sure that all parts are matched to each other and that there are no compatibility problems.
youtubefrequently asked Questions
What is a hose cart?
A hose trolley is like a "butler" who helps you to transport the garden hose from A to B as conveniently as possible. The trolley has a hose reel mounted on a mobile frame. Although you have to push the hose trolley manually; but the drum carries the hose for you and stores it neatly and space-savingly when not in use.
How is a hose trolley constructed?
A hose reel is mounted on a mobile frame with rollers. You can wind or unwind the garden hose using a hand crank on one side of the reel. The hose connection is located in the axle. A freely rotatable adapter prevents twisting of the connection hose. The connection for coupling to the water tap or the water socket is located on the outside of the hose reel.
How does a hose trolley work?
In principle, a hose trolley works like a normal hose reel: you manually roll the garden hose onto the reel using a crank. To unwind, simply pull the hose off the reel - as far as necessary or as far as possible. To change location with the hose, keep pushing the cart on its wheels. Mobility is the great advantage of the hose trolley.
Which brands offer good hose trolleys?
The most popular brands for high-quality hose trolleys include Gardena, the market leader for garden tools, as well as Kärcher and WOLF-Garten. You can get particularly cheap models with solid quality from Cellfast or Bradas, for example.
Where is the best place to buy a hose trolley?
In comparison to simple hose reels and hose boxes, hose trolleys are not always to be found in every hardware store or garden center - but of course they are in the larger markets such as OBI, hagebaumarkt or Dehner. Amazon is recommended for the widest possible selection, where you also benefit from a convenient ordering and return procedure.
How much does a hose cart cost?
Due to their mobile character, hose trolleys are usually significantly more expensive than simple hose reels with comparable basic properties but without a mobile frame. The cheapest models cost around 20 euros. However, most versions are in the range between 50 and 100 euros. There are a few more expensive variants. In addition to the manufacturer, the materials and functions are decisive.
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