BlueGarden 50-Foot Metal Garden Hose Review: Kink-Free and Brass Fittings

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If you are considering the BlueGarden 50-foot metal garden hose, the first question is whether a metal hose suits how you water. The listing describes this hose as non-expandable, non-kinking and lightweight compared with rubber hoses. This review covers only what the listing states about length, pressure, diameter, materials, fittings, nozzle and included parts. It does not report any test of the hose, and it does not claim the hose is safe for drinking water, because the listing does not say so. Use the listing to decide whether the hose fits your yard and your faucet.

Quick answer

The BlueGarden hose is a 50-foot silver metal hose, listed at 600 inches long, with a maximum pressure of 150 psi and an outside diameter of 0.63 inches. The bullets say it is made from 304 stainless steel with 100 percent solid brass fittings, and the 3/4-inch connector fits most U.S. garden hose fittings. The 50-foot length includes a nozzle, according to the bullets. The listing says the hose is non-kinking and lightweight. It does not state a warranty term, and it does not state a drinking-water or lead-free certification.

What to check in a metal garden hose

Four details decide whether this hose fits. Each one can rule it in or out.

1. Length and pressure. The specs give 600 inches, which is 50 feet, and a maximum pressure of 150 psi. The bullets say the 25-foot, 30-foot, 50-foot and 100-foot versions include nozzles, while shorter lengths do not. Check your faucet’s pressure before you buy, because the listing gives the hose’s maximum and not your home’s supply pressure. For a wider look at hose types, the best Bionic Steel stainless steel garden hose guide compares that category.

2. Diameter and wall. The specs give an outside diameter of 0.63 inches and a nominal wall thickness of 0.115 inches. The bullets give an inside diameter of 1/2 inch, and an outside diameter of 5/8 inch. Those figures agree within rounding. The listing does not give a flow rate, so check the product page if flow matters for your use.

3. Materials and fittings. The bullets say the hose is made from 304 stainless steel with 100 percent solid brass fittings, which they describe as an improvement on copper-plated connectors. The specs list a broader mix of brass, copper, PVC, steel and stainless steel. The two descriptions differ, so the listing does not confirm the full set of materials. The bullets also say a rubber gasket sits on the male end and two extra gaskets are included. For fitting options, the best garden hose connector with shut-off valve guide covers that category.

4. Certification and warranty. The listing does not state a drinking-water certification, a lead-free statement or a food-safe statement. It also does not state a warranty term. The bullets say the metal design resists leaks, punctures and harsh weather, and those are the maker’s descriptions. This review does not test them.

Use these rules to choose:

• Choose this hose if you want a non-expanding metal hose for the yard, with brass fittings and a nozzle in the 50-foot length.
• Choose a different hose if you need a stated drinking-water or lead-free certification, because the listing does not state one.
• Choose a different hose if you need a stated warranty, because the listing does not state a term.

The BlueGarden metal garden hose

The BlueGarden hose is a silver non-expandable metal hose with a 50-foot length, a 3/4-inch connector and male and female fittings. The specs give the unit count as one foot, which is the listing’s unit field, and the item weight is not given. The included components are two additional sealing rings, and the bullets describe two black soft rubber grips to improve the grip on the hose.

The hose fits a reader who wants a long hose that does not stretch, with brass fittings for a tight connection at the faucet. The bullets describe its use as a hose extender, a hose connector for a reel, and a drain hose for a dehumidifier.

The listing has several things to check. The specs and the bullets disagree on the materials, as noted above. The bullets say the metal hose is lightweight compared with rubber, but the listing does not give a weight, so check the product page if you need one. The bullets also describe protection from being dragged on rough ground and from dog bites. Those are the maker’s descriptions, and the listing gives no test result for them.

Who should skip it: a reader who needs a drinking-water or lead-free certification, a reader who needs a stated warranty, and a reader who wants a light, flexible rubber hose.

Nozzle and length

The bullets say the 50-foot hose includes a nozzle, and that you turn the switch with your thumb to control the flow. The shorter versions do not include one, so check the length you order. The bullets also say a rubber gasket sits on the male end, and that you should seal the connection so the hose does not leak. For a nozzle choice that suits plants, the best garden hose nozzle for watering plants guide covers that category.

Worked example: how far a 30-foot run leaves unused on a 50-foot hose

Compare that run with the hose’s listed length, so you can see how much hose is left over.

• Listed length: 50 feet, which the specs give as 600 inches.
• Run in this example: 30 feet.
• Hose left over: 50 minus 30 = 20 feet.

Check the arithmetic again. 50 minus 30 is 20. The example shows that a 30-foot run leaves 20 feet of hose to coil or route. It does not show how the hose lies on your ground, and the listing does not describe kinks on a bed edge. Check the route before you connect.

Why the stainless steel matters

The bullets say the hose is made from 304 stainless steel. The Wikipedia overview of stainless steel says the alloy contains chromium, and that a chromium content of at least 10.5 percent forms a passive film that protects the metal from rust and corrosion. That is why stainless is a common choice for outdoor metal parts that stay wet.

The film is only as good as the surface under it. The bullets describe the hose as resistant to leaks, punctures and harsh weather, and the listing gives no test results for those claims. Rinse the hose after use, and check the fittings and the rubber gasket on the male end for wear, as the bullets advise.

Five common mistakes

1. Assuming drinking-water safety. The listing does not state a drinking-water or lead-free certification.
2. Trusting one material list. The bullets say 304 stainless steel and solid brass, and the specs give a longer list.
3. Buying the wrong length. The nozzle is included with the 50-foot length, and the bullets say shorter lengths do not include one.
4. Ignoring your supply pressure. The 150 psi figure is the hose’s maximum, not your home’s pressure.
5. Expecting a warranty. The listing does not state one.

FAQ

How long is the hose?

The specs give 600 inches, which is 50 feet.

What is the maximum pressure?

The specs give 150 psi.

What is the diameter?

The specs give an outside diameter of 0.63 inches, and the bullets give an inside diameter of 1/2 inch.

Is it safe for drinking water?

The listing does not state a drinking-water certification, so check the product page before using it for drinking water.

Does it include a nozzle?

The bullets say the 50-foot hose includes a nozzle.

Does it come with a warranty?

The listing does not state a warranty term.

Bottom line

The BlueGarden 50-foot metal hose suits a reader who wants a long, non-expanding metal hose with brass fittings and a nozzle included in the 50-foot length. The listing gives a 150 psi maximum, a 0.63-inch outside diameter, and a material description that differs between the bullets and the specs. It states no drinking-water certification and no warranty term. Check your faucet pressure, confirm the materials on the product page, and choose the length you need before you order.

Sources

• Stainless steel, Wikipedia: chromium content of 10.5 percent or more forms a passive film that protects against rust and corrosion.