Best Hose (GARDEN HOSE)? Zero G vs Flexzilla, Bionic Steel, Gilmour, Aqua Plumb, Briggs & Stratton

Hoses Tested: Zero G vs Flexzilla, Bionic Steel, Gilmour, Worth, Flexon, Aqua Plumb, Briggs & Stratton. Hoses tested for kinking, puncture resistance, burst pressure, water flow rate, level of force needed to drag 25 foot section of hose, and hose end strength (failure load). Hose repair kits for end and middle of hose repairs demonstrated. I always buy all of the products and supplies to ensure unbiased testing. So, thank you for supporting the channel.
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➡ Products Tested In This Video (in no particular order):
Gilmour (less expensive at Home Depot): amzn.to/3xBxSbg
Flexzilla (50 foot): amzn.to/3xA4Zfg
Zero G: amzn.to/3yKAOST
Bionic Steel (50 foot): amzn.to/36qhpL5
Fildanco (expandable): amzn.to/3e476Az
Worth: amzn.to/3xwZaPL (no longer available)
Aqua Plumb: amzn.to/2UyQY30
Aqua Joe: amzn.to/2VoVP7b
Goodyear (50 foot): amzn.to/3yIN9ab
Briggs & Stratton: amzn.to/3r10MPm
Flexon: amzn.to/3k4w1aN
Hose end repair kit: amzn.to/36q0wA0
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[@davidp2888]

This man is a national treasure for doing all this work for our benefit.

[@ProjectFarm]

Hi David, Thank you very much for the positive feedback! I hope you have a great week!

[@Buddy-po4hv]

More of universal treasure! Hello from the other side of the globe!

[@stevew6138]

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[@RoySamuel]

Agreed

[@DoctorPrepperMD]

That’s why I support him on Patreon!

[@gsxrsquid]

This is how it is done. Instead of spending 10 of the 15 minutes talking about himself he gets to the heart of why you are looking at the video and moves right along. Well Done!

[@ProjectFarm]

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[@10SecondZ06]

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[@lemurdreamur9257]

Totally agree, I watch even when I'm not in the market for a product for entertainment. However when I am in the market(as I am for a hose) his reviews are invaluable!

[@levis569]

I wanted to see the unboxing tho 😡🤬

[@HeadingForTomorrow]

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[@roburonium5192]

I can’t believe I just watched 15 minutes of a cinema quality review of garden hoses. Wild times we live in. This is better than therapy. Thanks for taking the time to do this!

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@goldgeologist5320]

This man taken an analytical resting method to everyday things we need to know about! No nonsense, to the point, information provided. No fluff or excessive talking to amuse us or himself. Love it! Well done sir.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks and you are welcome!

[@electronicsNmore]

If those garden hoses had legs, they would've ran when they saw you coming. LOL Great testing as always!

[@Bandicoot803]

Why run away when they can wiggle away like a snake?

[@hardlyb]

Along with the lawnmowers. Maybe he could have run a mower over the hoses, and then seen if the shredded pieces could be used as motor oil.

[@Hybris51129]

For some reason I can see a Muppet movie being made where all the products in a hardware store have a musical number hoping that he isn't coming for them.

[@TheSlimCognito]

How do you think that Briggs and Stratton hose felt? It probably saw all its siblings in the lawn mower grave yard and was sweating bullets.

[@phantomwalker8251]

''burst pressure,??whats that pa'',, '' dont think about it son,just make like a snake,,might leave us alone''..

[@zeshef]

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[@ProjectFarm]

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[@SKANK_HUNT49]

You have a sad life

[@phantom-lr7sp]

@@SKANK_HUNT49 does he tho? You could have a great life and it still get better when Todd uploads a new video

[@SKANK_HUNT49]

@@phantom-lr7sp is that right

[@phantom-lr7sp]

@@SKANK_HUNT49 you bet

[@ngtitovWorldOfCars]

That's all I needed - durable garden hose I knew where to ask!! I wasn't sure if PF has such video and he does. I'm impressed again. What a treasure for all DIY guys.

[@bazenga82]

Thank you so much for doing all of these videos. A lot of us are on tight budgets especially nowadays with prices being high and rising. You've helped me make purchasing decisions based on your testing and recommendations. I can't thank you enough.

[@ProjectFarm]

You are so welcome!

[@Nothing-it3kk]

2nd hose: “by far the largest one yet”. Laughing my ass off watching a hose video when I’m not even looking to buy a hose. This man is a legend.

[@TheWaynester101]

@@stevejohnson7165 send him to LA immediately

[@rapidreviews5431]

With you bro I live in a 3rd floor flat. I'll probably never own a hose!

[@alanj7306]

I already have two hoses and reels. What am I doing here? Haha 😂

[@desfefe]

Hose weight is the most important. Most hose do a best job with the least kinks

[@hawkeyestiguy]

Lol. We the first hose was effectively a Chinese straw. 🤣 You couldn’t put out a cigarette with that pathetic flow rate. Lol.

[@abelhernandez2381]

Me: *Last night just looks at product at Walmart and thinks "I wonder which one is the best?" Project Farm: We're gonna test that!

[@ProjectFarm]

Great timing!

[@keithmcclellan4350]

Never buy a hose with a fucking swan on it. Your welcome

[@covishen]

Maybe we should all pitch in and get the man a beer for his efforts

[@tomrogers9467]

Ha! I was doing the exact same thing. Unfortunately in Canada we don’t have a lot of these brands.

[@sanara_on_tour]

@@tomrogers9467 here in Germany you can't also buy many of them, but i like ebay 😅

[@davemeise2192]

It's the spring of 2022 right now and this showed up in my feed this morning. I know it was done in 2021 but the timing was perfect! Great job Project Farm. Thank you

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome!

[@fncrazy101]

Thank you for always being there for me when it comes to purchasing items ❤ I have been so grateful for years 😊

[@ProjectFarm]

You are so welcome!

[@frenchonion4595]

This guy literally tested how much drag the hose has. That's got to be a first in hose reviews lol

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for watching!

[@bsgtrekfan88]

Man at 33 I STILL hate how a hose feels heavy when dragging it - noticed that too!

[@frenchonion4595]

@@bsgtrekfan88 lol yeah it's annoying rolling the thing up every time i mow. Probably 50 ft of hose at least

[@Paiadakine]

That’s good test. I have the electric hose reel that works great but when I get a new hose I’m gonna look for drag force.

[@CCP600]

Ive dragged around a lot of hose in my lifetime. Once dragged one out the bar

[@austynurbanski5196]

“Lifetime warranty, Were gonna test that” (returns hose that’s destroyed)

[@abbysapples1225]

😂 and LoL

[@bobl78]

I water my plants at 800PSI.. it could`t stand that

[@DaveDablave]

Actually my dad bought a Gilman hose in the 1990s. Whenever it springs a leak he just cuts the ends off and mails them back to Gilman and they send him a new hose. I think now you just have to email them a picture of the broken hose. The hoses are decent, but the customer service is over the top.

[@randomdan85]

🤣🤣🤣😭😭😭💀

[@gg-gn3re]

@@DaveDablave Yep we've returned the same hose like 4 times over the past 20 years lol

[@nylesgregory2120]

Uhhhhhhh - This video is top of the heap exactly what all gardeners (who love Gardening) need to watch. Turf Science Major here. Just moved to Portugal (and shocked that all of Europe for that matter has none of the Garden hoses that come from the factory with metal fittings crimped on the ends (No knocking the Euro market here, just being objective). Instead all hoses in Europe are sold with the ends cut off and you have to install plastic fittings that radically increase flow resistance and drop volume, etc. for those who know WTH I'm talking about. This video is a Consumer's report dream come true and I agree with David P that the Host is a "Global" treasure whose work benefits us all. Wow!!! Time, money, effort = all well spent and greatly appreciated for us all and answered all important questions at all important levels. Thank you so much for this. I know exactly which hose to buy now and pray for the shipping A-La-Amazon Prime. Hat's off to Host. Outstanding Job on this one.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks so much!

[@DougBittinger]

We needed new hoses for our kennel building. Have been looking at some of the brands you tested. Just ordered a couple of Gilmores based on your results. Thanks for all you do.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks and you are welcome!

[@pauljohnson7may]

I love it when he reads of features , chuckles and says the immortal 'we're gonna test that'. Long live Project Farm.

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Quirks and features has already been taken

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This guy’s content is so consistently good that I clicked like before I even started the video.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

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It looks to me like this is one of the few channels I will be giving a thumbs up before I start.

[@user-qz6ix7od3b]

@@sweetdrahthaar7951 keep this in mind : youtube is identifying a too early 'like' in a video as 'fake', just like if it was done by a bot account or paid personnel, and will affect the algorithm

[@CoughyBlack]

I came knowing nothing about hoses and now I feel like I know exactly what I want to replace my kinked out cotsco hose. This is the peak youtube. I cant thank you enough

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome!

[@Upcamehill]

I've had a hose now since about 1968 and never had a problem of kinking. Still going strong. I had to changed the terminal fittings twice. 54 years old. I don't know what brand it is. Bought it at a Ace hardware store.

[@mrt9749]

Impressive, but I'd bet they don't make them like that anymore even if we knew the brand.

[@majabdou31]

PF is truly the hero of our generation - this man should be knighted. Henceforth be known as Sir Project Farm

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the nice comment! Thanks for watching!

[@malcolmmarzo2461]

The important "test" is the test of time. Expandable hoses deteriorate rapidly. Aluminum connections seize on faucets and have much more resistance to threading. Brass is self-lubricating and lasts forever. I have made excellent garden hose out of 3/8 inch air hose. Very durable and easy to handle.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@reginalb124]

Have had expandables for years in a tough environment and they haven't deteriorated at all. Might depend on the particular expandable you're talking about.

[@maxmustermann5612]

I can testify that only brass is suitable for fluid connections we here use brass quick connections called Geka

[@JacobRichardson]

I like that idea.

[@lamarzimmermanmennonitefar5269]

Should have done an abrasion test..

[@pogonick55]

Its a great day when you go to submit an idea to Project Farm and its already a video!! From one savvy consumer I thank you!

[@michaelorhan1842]

Great video. I’ve been using the zero G hoses for a few years now and store them in 5 gal buckets. Super easy to move them around and less knots and kinks. It’s great to see they’re good under all sorts of extreme conditions! More than they’ll probably ever see at the farm but you never know :) Thank you!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks and you are welcome! Thanks for sharing.

[@danyeo]

Exactly what I do. I like keeping them in buckets them just grabbing a bucket when needed. It’s better than having a big ugly hose hanging on the side of the house.

[@AntLive29]

thanks for sharing. im now sold on the Zero G

[@chiragrana]

@@AntLive29 me too

[@philonetic321]

Same. I've tried almost every off-the-shelf option. Zero-G is not the best when you need high pressure, such as a 1 to 2 split, but it's plenty for a single outlet.

[@timtimtimmay4654]

As an April Fools episode, maybe test the major shipping companies: ie UPS, USPS, Fedex, DHL for speed, damage, friendliness, and customer service lol

[@kevingray8616]

UPS/FedEx driver one year. I knew she was coming. When she arrived I told her “we can track you better than Santa Claus”. She immediately responded with “I AM Santa Claus”. I died laughing.

[@thomaspark1202]

Yeah I really don't think we need to test that lol we already know where they line up

[@DietBajaBlast]

@@thomaspark1202 UPS > USPS > DHL > .... Fedex

[@WarpedPerception]

That's an awesome idea !!

[@pl747]

FedEx will loose

[@Erik_Swiger]

Wife: "What's he doing now?" Husband: "He's blowing up hoses"

[@sanara_on_tour]

They should be happy with it: blowing up engines is much louder 😅

[@darinp5612]

Don't believe he has neighbors at least within audible distance

[@tbelding]

@@darinp5612 - Depends on what he blows up.

[@X2yt]

Remove the "s" in "hoses" and that sentence gets a whole new meaning.

[@darinp5612]

@@X2yt actually it doesn't

[@roberterickson6331]

Your videos are great you don't know how many times I go to get something new and before doing my research I check and see if you have already tested it and educate myself on what I should be looking for if I hadn't thought of something myself thank you for your work

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks and you are welcome!

[@bobbycone2]

I had to ruin both my hoses I use this week to try and funnel leak from my faucet outside before I could get it replaced. Came here to Project Farm to see which hose I should buy! Love this channel!!

[@ProjectFarm]

Glad it helped

[@michaelpast19]

I feel like project farm can read my thoughts because he makes a video for almost everything I’m thinking of buying

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for watching!

[@djsnowman06]

Happened to me at least 3 times now.

[@BA-gn3qb]

And you just thought KZbin, Google, Facebook, Amazon, etc. were spying on your internet searches. 😳🥺

[@tonycstech]

Incorrect. He makes you want to buy what he testing. I never thought of buying a hose, but after watching this, I want one.

[@MrJB8383]

Product: “Made in USA” PF: “Hehe We’re gonna test that”

[@joshuasharrock466]

When it's made in the USA its either the best bargain, the best quality or in this case.. Both

[@dustin4575]

Explain DeWalt...

[@danielchandler15]

@@dustin4575 global components and greed

[@darinp5612]

no need to test made in the usa, it usually states it right on the box

[@dustin4575]

@@darinp5612 the nose knows

[@jaarm93]

Whenever I need a new tool I always hope Project Farm has a video about it. Great channel.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@wink9970]

Candy Bars. Your videos are a treat and I can't wait to open them! Even for stuff I have no need or use. Keep up the great content, humor and complete testing!!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks, will do!

[@benlikebike]

Kind Sir: are you really wearing a t-shirt that says "we're going to test that!!"?? You have nailed your target market with that!

[@michaelmcgregor3108]

A note that is hard to test, unless you use these hoses outside for a year: the aluminum ends, when coupled to a brass end, will galvanically corrode to each other. The harder your water, the faster this happens. I now have several hose ends that I can no longer separate from each other, even with pipe wrenches. I now only buy the ones with the brass ends to avoid this issue.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@likeafamily4life]

Some of the higher quality "contractor grade" hoses are now incorporating an aluminum outer grip for easier tightening (particularly on the female end of the hose) with inner brass threads to prevent galvanic corrosion, which I see no problems with. Definitely worth checking the hose end material before purchasing!

[@ranger178]

yeah i was going to mention it is a problem with white metal nozzles and aluminum hose ends to corrode till ruined. some hoses claim brass with a nickel plating to be corrosion proof but that makes it hard to tell apart from aluminum

[@markkayser6705]

I have this at my house and my in-laws. The F-I-L tore off a spigot trying to get the hose off.

[@rustyshakleford5230]

I make sure my hoes use dielectric rubbers to keep them from getting crusty.

[@GtcoUC]

My hose of 4 years now has multiple holes in it. After watching this video I’m going to buy the Gilmour hose! Thanks for your hard work!

[@ProjectFarm]

Glad I could help!

[@KeithOutWest]

Awesome set of tests. But thanks to the part about repairing a hose, you just saved me the cost of a new one! You are a rock star, my friend!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you!

[@WarpedPerception]

The Burst Test was by far my favorite part!

[@jd6041]

Can you do air compressor hoses in the future?

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for sharing.

[@joeemenaker]

Interesting as it is, these hoses were bursting at 650psi and up. If your house’s water pressure got that high, you’d have much bigger problems than needing a new garden hose. I believe that’s about 10x what is a normal residential water pressure.

[@IceBergGeo]

@@joeemenaker You would be surprised at how high of pressure can occur with water hammer, or sitting in the sun with pressure inside. You may be right with the magnitude of pressure and issues with the rest of the plumbing, but over time, the hoses will weaken, and be damaged at a much lower pressure.

[@5002strokeforever]

@@IceBergGeo hard to get more than double the supply pressure from water hammer when using a garden hose, the hose stretches too much to build much pressure

[@epattonm]

How about testing hand degreasers, such as Go-Jo, Fast Orange, D&L, Dawn Ultimate dish soap, etc.?

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the video idea.

[@freakymrq]

Don't forget purple power!

[@NYHalfassprepper]

No need just buy kresto

[@chrisvaiuso6010]

That's one I would like to see.

[@cocodojo]

Also don't forget a block of lava soap!

[@ChuckNorris01]

I’m just now thinking about this question but you are 2yrs ahead of my thought and every question I have. haha😂 thank you project farm! I don’t buy anytime unless you reviewed it.

[@ProjectFarm]

You are so welcome!

[@ChuckNorris01]

@@ProjectFarmI also can’t believe out of 11k comments you have took the time to read and replied to almost each of them! Wow😮

[@pgadams1]

Another great review that resulted in a purchase. I also just became a Patreon supporter. Thanks again for the excellent reviews.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks and you are welcome! Thanks for being a Patreon! I really appreciate it!

[@alexisguerrero3105]

I work at a hardware store and I watch all the videos of products we sell reviewed by you so I can help customers with questions about them.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you very much!

[@triynizzles]

Revisit them in 1 year after constant UV exposure? Direct sunlight is why most of my previous hoses have died.

[@bananarama3624]

This sounds like a great suggestion!

[@allanj4576]

I try and keep mine stored in an enclosed reel, out of the sun. Had one rubber hose for twenty years now.

[@RRaucina]

@@allanj4576 Mine are Craftsman rubber ones and they stay out under pressure 24/7 - some for 20+ years now, still useable.

[@paulburgess8033]

I bought the flexzilla hose last year. Best hose I have ever had. From the day I bought it , it has been in exposed to the sun with no problem. Flexzilla hose is great about not holding a memory if left kinked. But the hose will stain with mildew

[@GCEXTREMEMN]

His wife and neighbors: Why has he left all those garden hoses out in the yard for months?

[@blue52851]

It was great to be informed at the end that hoses are repairable quite easily. Thank you.

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome!

[@EricFavini]

As a mechanical engineer, this video was exactly what I was looking for! Thank you!

[@ProjectFarm]

You're welcome!

[@j.frankparnell6195]

One thing to watch is hoses with aluminum ends. When you screw them on to a brass faucet, you are setting up a galvanic corrosion cell which has the potential of severely corroding away the aluminum end or worse yet fusing it to the faucet. Do yourself a big favor and only buy hoses with brass ends.

[@Original_SJB]

Science for the win!

[@bhess1212]

I was going to post the same thing. Yes don't waste your time. I needed some big tools to remove one from my hose bib.

[@LiveeviL6969]

Very good point! Even worse are the "chrome" or plated plastic versions. I've had to fix or toss fairly new hoses because of the cheap ends that look fancy. Do yourself a favor and only buy hoses with pure brass ends on them.

[@wb2vsj]

@@bhess1212 totally agree. Had a couple hoses with the aluminum ends that I finally gave up and cut them off and put brass repair ends on

[@williamevans6522]

Read my mind. My experience, as well.

[@sherannaidoo2712]

Bionic steel appears to be an extra length hand shower hose.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@heavenbound7]

I have bionic steel. I've had it for years and I really like it.

[@jaakkopontinen]

As seen on tv = seal of crapness

[@TheHeadincharge]

@@jaakkopontinen Did y’all even watch the video? How are y’all gonna come to this channel and not even watch the content. The hose performed pretty well and is arguably the best choice if you’re looking for a long, kink resistant hose for lighter duty activities…

[@chrissbim3356]

@@thehuguenot5615 Can you really call it a gimmick if it works well for its price. ..

[@OarsmanPower]

That is one hell of a review and how all reviews should be done. Nice job, thank you!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@brandonbarnes6493]

It was good to see the Aqua Joe do well in most tests. I for one have had zero issues with mine so far, and use it a lot watering around the house. For a lightweight hose that is not a pain to drag around I think it’s perfect for what I use it for. Ollie’s had a deal this week on the Aqua Joe $24.99 for a 75ft hose with a brass spraying nozzle. So I bought 2 more. It’s lightweight and is kept in the sun. I’m realistic and realize a hose won’t last a lifetime. My experience has been great… so far so good. Excellent review as always👍🏼👍🏼

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks! Thanks for sharing.

[@romanm539]

Some hoses are really difficult to move around when they become cold. And the hoses become like a rock when they’re cold and while watering that is not the greatest thing for a hose. You should check which hoses become rocksolid and which ones stay soft and malleable

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the suggestion.

[@jasonharrison25]

also testing when hot. some hoses full off water will get really hot in the sun and become soft and more prone to kinking and bursting. I had one I saw burst when it was connected to the bibb and sitting in the sun

[@mikethetoolman8776]

flexzilla very good in cold weather

[@Paladin1873]

If the temp is below 32 degrees the water will freeze, so what do consider cold weather?

[@mikethetoolman8776]

@@Paladin1873 true but i unhook the hose when below freezing and re-attach to use it to fill water dishes then unhook and drain again. the hose is always flexible and I also use their air hose which is the same basic material and it stays very flexible also!

[@christophermartinez2877]

You gotta make “we’re gonna test that” merch

[@dutchgecko]

He does! There's a (misformatted) link in the description.

[@vladstad8102]

@@dutchgecko didnt know he had merch, might get me a t shirt

[@ProjectFarm]

Go to project-farm.com to view and purchase t-shirts and other merchandise. Thanks for asking.

[@Liftium]

@@ProjectFarm We also want one with "Now, that's a lot of damage!"

[@sketchstuffs]

@@ProjectFarm YESSS

[@stevenlowers3596]

I love this channel. Thank you for the time and energy you spend creating content. It really shows in the quality of your product.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks and you are welcome!

[@thescottishlion]

I've had a zero G hose for about 10 years and it's awesome and still going strong

[@ProjectFarm]

Nice!

[@sgtleobella]

What a coincidence, since I'm in the market for a new hose.

[@ProjectFarm]

Great timing!

[@distroyer06djsn86]

Yes he always does good videos with good timing

[@supabiscuit]

Project farm always test what we didn't realize needed testing.

[@TonyNguyenJr]

Exactly what I’ve been waiting for as well!

[@12345.......]

Todd has such great timing.

[@beardedbarnstormer9577]

This. This is the video I’ve been waiting for that I didn’t even know I needed. Off to Home Depot!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you very much!

[@smokeyyunick2675]

I truly appreciate your reviews that I’ve watched over the years. My preference is to have all your products in USA measurements, not kilograms and such. I’m old school and prefer it to be that way. Thanks for all you do for us!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks and you are welcome!

[@jimmorrison3878]

Try bursting your falsely entitiled, spoiled American bubble and learn something "new" that the rest of the world is already keen to.

[@georgespangler1517]

Just spent an hour in Lowes comparing hoses , ended up with the 3/4 inch zero G,,, glad l did after watching this,, thanks

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome!

[@oldgringo66]

I bought the Zero G 3 years ago and had to repair the outlet end. Pain in the ass but other than that it’s a good hose.

[@petopotamus]

Weight 5:46, Time to Fill 6:06, Kink 7:06, Drag Force 8:26, Burst Pressure 10:56, Hose End Failure 12:06, Puncture Force 13:35, End Crush 14:36,

[@sjcst35]

Hero.

[@steven8075]

@@sjcst35 why would you want to skip through the vid tho?

[@njo9966]

@@steven8075 silly question. Watch it once, then reference back to parts that you prioritize. I’m doing that right now.

[@gr8dvd]

👍👍👍 Love to see this as standard intro along with summary findings table/spreadsheet.

[@MissChiVUs1]

@@gr8dvd I would definitely like to see a summary table at the end.

[@TWinkler02]

As a professional tree planter, I really dislike those expandable hoses. When you get it all pressured up and stretch it out to water the tree you just planted, as soon as you open your nozzle and let some pressure out, it wants to shrink back up, makes it impossible to just leave the hose there to water the tree while I’m off planting another one.

[@rubensahak9178]

Plus they easily explode if left out in sun which goes against use of in garden.waste of money agree

[@cynot71]

Yep, been there, done that!

[@harzer99]

They are pretty nice when you only use it a couple times a year for watering your flowers.

[@special_k-hvac]

@@harzer99 I have a couple different styles of expanding hoses and one of the ZeroG (which is great) , for hvac service they are great. Easy to carry, no need to drain and I can fit a few in a 5 gallon bucket along with accessories.

[@snoopdogie187]

Treyton, I noticed they work a lot better at higher water pressures, at least 40 psi. They also require a lot of flow to keep them fully expanded, if you want to open them up fully. If you don't have as much water flow, then don't open the valve completely, it will keep it expanded,

[@amalfi460]

Don’t know how long I have been subbed but I think his channel was at 29,000 subs…..can’t believe how big it has gotten. I mean I can believe it because of how valuable it is to me, I used to just buy the most expensive thing but no longer

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for being a long time subscriber!

[@micahtawney1]

Needed to get a new hose today so I search for some comparisons, forgot Todd did this one! Once again, he saves the day

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@DaaaaaaaaBears8]

Lifetime Warranty "We're gonna test that!" *Dies and has his wife try to replace the hose*

[@daveacker7427]

@@riley5114 I don't necessarily mind that as long as the company is sourcing high quality parts whether from China or other locations. We all have a bee in our collective bonnets about China right now, and rightly so, but the fact is we have a global economy and companies need to make a profit. If they can get a high quality material at a better price overseas at a fair price, not made by slave labor, that's competition. If they are cheaping out, making it the US won't matter in the long run.

[@samspade3227]

I’ve found out that aluminum fittings when left on hose bib are extremely hard to remove, where as brass is always better.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you for the feedback!

[@revcrussell]

Same thing with aluminum rims on your car. Dissimilar metals + electrolyte = battery. The aluminum is corroding by turning into a galvanic cell.

[@fatillacing4131]

put a little chapstick on there first.

[@dc5723]

Dissimilar metals, put some anti-seize.

[@kenc2257]

@@dc5723 A couple wraps of Teflon tape is quicker and maybe neater, and (if you're like most people) you probably have rolls of Teflon tape scattered around the house and garage/workshop.

[@user-uy5py5ih2t]

Dude this vid is great! Especially helpful for first time home buys so they can start building their garden tools and needing a reliable hose. When I bought my first house, I spent so much $ on multiple houses that were low priced cause if poor performance or reliability.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks! Thanks for the feedback.

[@A.C.71]

He has to be among the top 5 most genuinely loved youtubers of all time..love he is rich from his video that are actually helpful with zero bs.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@DrDoomBloom]

Anyone else find themselves shopping now and saying the phrase “we’re gonna test that” when reading product claims on the packaging? 😁

[@dansliwa6832]

I have always said, "I'll be the judge of that", but I have caught myself lately saying "I'm going to test that". All thanks to PF.

[@GCEXTREMEMN]

Maybe on a pack of trojans..

[@kosonenkosonen9278]

I use the phrase "Made in China" with literally 99% of everything i see every day...

[@guper1283]

I can’t believe his channel is free and extremely informative

[@macforme]

Important tip on hoses left out side. Best to drain them of water. Fire departments are warning people not to use a hose that has been lying in the sun with water in it on people or pets till cool water is coming out. A kid was scalded badly by the water in the hose left out in the sun in Nevada. The temperature could be 115 to 150 degrees (F). Thanks Todd for another amazing video...all meat, no fat.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks and you are welcome! Thanks for the tip.

[@hfjeff2736]

Another fantastic comparison video. The info from your videos is priceless. Thanks again for taking the time.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks and you are welcome!

[@poopool_Q]

I never get tired of telling you how great of a job you're doing with these videos. One large service to mankind, one giant leap for cousin Eddy in the Farmabago

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@sprinterdiscovery]

In the Canadian Home Depot the Gilmour Flexogen 50' hose is only $50. The great thing about Gilmour products is that they have a LIFETIME warranty! Just send them a photo of the broken product and the parent company Fiskars will send you an absolutely new replacement product. Highly recommended!

[@RRaucina]

Buy the Craftsman USA made rubber hose. 20+ years of use in hot sun and snow. Nothing better!

[@bdkj3e]

@@RRaucina sadly the Craftsman of today can't compare to Craftsman 20 years ago, most of it now is just more mid their Chinese stuff.

[@RRaucina]

@@bdkj3e That was true about a year ago. They went Chinese crap. The real USA rubber ones are back, check them out. Ace has a good price

[@georgewashington7574]

Unfortunately, the one you bought 20+ years ago will still be massively different than the new “made in USA” craftsman.

[@BlondiNativeAme3]

I bought the bionic steel hose quite a few years ago in Ocean State Job Lot. I wish I had seen this hose sooner but... love this garden hose. I leave it out 12 months of the year and never had a problem. I even ran over it by accident, with my tractor mower and.... no problems. I keep looking for this hose in stores as I want to extend my front and backyard hoses by 50 feet..

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for sharing.

[@byronquinley1400]

I used to want to work for Consumer Reports when I was a kid. Very happy I found this channel! Video idea: similar test to this one but for air hoses. Mine kinks and has cracks and it was expensive!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.

[@Barbell_Bolter]

The “Aqua Joe” hose did pretty well in your tests but after using it for a few months I highly recommend against it. While it doesn’t kink easily it likes to “fold” which partially restricts water flow and can be very irritating at times.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@abbysapples1225]

Thanks. Won't buy

[@Jetmech1781]

I use Zero-G hoses because of my abnormally high water pressure. I've had 1 hose fail in 2 years, where every conventional hose I bought blew within weeks. They're really good about kinking, but, like @badcompany35 says about AJ, they can fold. They're very easy to unfold, though, and once the area pressurizes, it makes it hard for it to fold again.

[@snoopdogie187]

On the expandable hoses, I've learned to only move them under full pressure. They act more like a regular hose then. Jetmech0417, what is your water pressure?

[@NsRhea]

I had the same exact issue. It was unusable after only several uses.

[@211teitake]

Can you do a long-term uv exposure test under the sun on these hose to see how durable they're in normal use?

[@reginoldthornberry2199]

Long term UV and normal usage ( attach to end of reciprocating saw on lowest speed for a few minutes every day of UV.

[@mikethetoolman8776]

flexzilla does very good in sunlight from experiences and customer testimonies also

[@allwoundup3574]

I just spray sunscreen on my hose every two weeks

[@Salamattder]

This!

[@mo0seboy]

The plastic strain reliefs on my aqua joes are faded from UV, but still going strong otherwise. I liked them so much I bought more.

[@MrKornnugget]

Todd, Thank you for your videos! Your organization and integrity really makes your channel stand out. I wish I could shadow you for a week to see how you operate.

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome!

[@ryanevers7563]

Great video. Cold weather flexibility would be a useful test and is one of our most important criteria for buying hose. Some hoses are useless at 40 degrees. Then also ease of wrapping up when warm and cold. Thanks. Have a great day.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the constructive feedback

[@Hawk013]

I highly recommend never buying hoses with aluminum ends. The threaded ends will aggressively corrode if connected to dissimilar metals, such as a brass hose bib. I've seen several corrode and bind so badly the hose bib had to be cut off the wall to remove them. Stick with brass.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@dontblameme6328]

X2 for brass... Or even plastic over aluminum. They use it because it's CHEAP not because it's good.

[@jcims]

That and they tend to gall and get hung up. I am curious how well the one with anodized aluminum would hold up, though. Either way, brass is still king as far as I can tell. Stainless is too hard and seems more likely to leak on old bibs. Plastic is plastic.

[@funkyspacecow]

I've learned this hard way too, I have a brass spray nozzle that is now permanently attached to the aluminum connector on my hose from the aluminum corroding or the threads galling or both.

[@unseenmal]

sadly, i didn't think of this and this is my world now. I'm cutting it off tomorrow when I'm off.

[@FryChicken]

With the Gilmore you mention “Lifetime Warranty”. The Warranty process would be something to test! Not all warranties are made the same.

[@kssarh]

I'm imaging him sending in the bent, punctured, exploded hose and some poor CS rep on the other side wondering what the heck happened to it.

[@victortitov1740]

I always interpret "lifetime warranty" to be "it's under warranty until it dies (aka breaks)", aka no warranty at all.

[@kevingray8616]

@@victortitov1740 Well, lifetime warranties are for the life of the product, not your lifetime. I wonder what the fine print of the product says.

[@Mrs.TJTaylor]

Wow! Fantastic video. All the information I needed to make a choice and no wasted words. Thanks so much. I’m subscribing today.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks! Thanks for watching and subscribing!

[@moredistractions]

Excellent review, I like how you did this using a scientific method vs. a lot of reviewers who perform dubious tests and seem to inject their biased personal opinions to an unreasonable degree.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@MeMelon4u]

I don't even live in USA ,I live in india,none of these items are easily available,here u go to a shop and ask,it's like take it or leave it 😂.I love watching what you make because even though they may not be lab tests or official test they are tests that actually show some results,👍🏼

[@hugolafhugolaf]

These are better than « lab » tests.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you very much!

[@blaXkgh0st]

How are his tests not "official"?..

[@well_as_an_expert_id_say]

I think the fact that they're not sponsored, or "official" is the greatest part. Nobody is paying him to form his opinions

[@volvo09]

@@hugolafhugolaf yeah, lab testing (certainly when it's sponsored) just makes up a weird measure to rate something as top. "This withstands 4000 psi!" Fine print.... For 1 nanosecond during rupture.

[@kohakok1497]

I am literally going to buy a garden hose in 3 hours. Made me feel like it's mind-reading. Thanks for the video!

[@ProjectFarm]

Glad it was helpful!

[@juzoli]

There are hundreds of thousands of viewers for these videos. Law of large number dictates, that many of us (the viewers) was thinking about buying the product which is being tested. These people are more likely to comment about this “coincidence”. It was your turn to do it today:D

[@beastumfan]

I had 0 intention of buying a hose but now I might. lol

[@imwithstoopid4443]

@@beastumfan Yea; and I'm off to buy another replacement flex hose from big-lots cause they be cheap and easy to store. Some people never learn, he says.

[@voyfan99]

Amazing. I never would have thought hose testing could be so intricate. Or important! Excellent job!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@zombieapocalypsecherokee9224]

Project Farm is my go to when researching any product. THANKS PROJECT FARM 😁👍

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome!

[@B5Blue1968]

Todd, i had to replace my garden hose Saturday, having previously seen your video on hose's I re-watched it, and bought a Gilmour 100' hose, based on your reviews, thank you Todd for your great reviews.

[@Mike__P]

My dad has a Craftsman hose that he bought at least 15 years ago from Sears. It's still in perfect condition.

[@skoolboy991]

made in usa craftsman was pure quality

[@ProjectFarm]

Great to hear!

[@BikingVikingHH]

I have a craftsman hose I got from Ace, I damaged it and they gave me a free replacement no questions asked. But for real top shelf hose that I use daily for work, I always go with the Goodyear natural rubber.

[@sheisillme]

Surprisingly I really like my 100' craftsman hose as well, very flexible rubber hose, not that pvc junk.

[@michael931]

It's in better condition than Sears.

[@djbastetusa]

10 years living in AZ and I have to replace my hose almost yearly because the sun wears them out. I’m buying the good ones so I’m glad I found this video

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@terryalburtis1865]

I really like your videos. You show exactly how you test them, cost and how each item performs. Very helpful to me.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you!

[@jarrettcalton7822]

I absolutely love these videos. I watch them all the time and have learned a lot from them. This man is a Saint for doing these for us. No sponsor, no bull, just facts

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks! Glad to hear!

[@austinjk24]

Abrasion test would have been useful, that’s how all my water hoses fail, by dragging them around on concrete floors. Then they split ! Great video btw

[@stlkngyomom]

And UV,cold,freeze/thaw resistance,gardening chemicals (herbicide,pesticide,fertilizer,etc.); same test performed in various conditions...

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.

[@jttech44]

@@ProjectFarm You should also run the abrasion test while under normal garden hose pressure, that way it's very obvious when it fails. Maybe even add some blue food coloring so you can see the moment of failure. I've found that hoses will sometimes get pinhole leaks that aren't easy to see, and I think this would be a nice thing to know.

[@cynot71]

Yep!

[@bertblue9683]

Best KZbin channel you'll ever watch.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks so much!

[@aaabbbccc543]

bought several water hoses for a construction project.... from cheap plastic hoses to expensive expandable hoses..... the only one still hasnt burst a leak yet was a Yamatic heavy duty garden hose....well worth the money if you dont want to keep replacing hoses . love the shows. keep up the reports

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks, will do! Thanks for sharing.

[@Risingsunn1]

You are quickly becoming my "go to" source for factual reviews for things before I purchase. As so many people have said, thank you for everything you do to help consumers make educated choices.

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome!

[@brandonhoffman4712]

I bought an element hose that im 95% sure is licensed from goodyear. It has their same maxlite hot water rubber+ branding and the same fittings. I needed a 25ft hose, home depot only carries 50+ footers on the goodyear ones. The thing works flawlessly.

[@martyb3783]

I am always amazed at your testing method ideas. Genius. Thanks for the effort and time it took to make this video!

[@ToddDolce]

The world needs accountability, PERIOD! It's nice to see that this guy holds manufacturers accountable so all can see the truth behind the myriad of fluff and over hyped promises! Thank you!!!!

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome!

[@michaelmotorcycle6586]

Love your honest and fair reviews. I make many purchases based on your great reviews. Thank you so much.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks and you are welcome!

[@keithbox1684]

He took this to a whole new level when he started the drag test.

[@ProjectFarm]

lol Thanks for watching!

[@jax-taposition7198]

Sir, I can see why you have over 2 milliion subscribers. The amount of time and effort you must have put in to review garden hoses is impressive. Wish you a lot more future success, keep up the great vids. Subscribed.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks, will do! Thanks for watching and subscribing!

[@rudymustang06]

I agree! We approached Project Farm to test our light bars vs our competitors because we know his methodology of testing will be interesting and useful to all his viewers. 🤞 Fingers crossed that he will actually do it!

[@robertfousch2703]

Zero-G has been on my hose stand in all weather, 24/7 for the last 7 years. Love it.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for sharing.

[@johnnieguitar5724]

EXCELLENT! Carefully thought out, executed and presented. I wouldn't have thought of the steel hose being a slipping hazard. :)

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!