Best Eley Portable Garden Hose Reel Cart Options

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A portable garden hose reel cart lets you wind the hose up, wheel it to where you need it and put it away without tangles. This guide compares six reels by how much hose they hold, what they are made of, how they wind and how heavy they are, using only the figures in each listing.

Quick answer

Match the reel to the hose you already own. For a patio or small yard, the Hozcart (100 to 120 ft of 5/8 inch hose, 12.2 x 15.7 x 13 inches) is the compact choice, and the HOZEREEL comes as a 1/2 inch x 100 FT combo with the hose included. For a larger lawn, the YESTAR holds 200 ft of 5/8 inch hose, the Real Hose Storage cart holds 250 ft, and the Gorilla Carts reel is listed for 225 ft. The GOFORWILD holder stand lists 150 ft of 5/8 inch hose.

Comparison table

Product	Capacity listed	Material	Weight	Winding	Leader hose
HOZEREEL trolley	1/2 inch x 100 FT hose included	Polycarbonate	13 kg	Automatic, slow self retract	Not stated
YESTAR cart	200 ft of 5/8 inch	Aluminum, plastic	14.6 lb	Manual crank	2 meter connector hose
Gorilla Carts reel	225 ft (diameter not stated)	Aluminum	12.7 lb	Not stated	Not stated
GOFORWILD stand	150 ft of 5/8 inch	Metal	Not stated	Not stated	Not stated
Real Hose Storage 4-wheel	250 ft of 5/8 inch	Powder coated steel	22 lb	Crank handle	6 ft included
Hozcart	100 to 120 ft of 5/8 inch	Metal, polypropylene	4.79 kg	Not stated	Included

Hose reel cart reviews

HOZEREEL Portable Trolley Cart Retractable Hose Reel, 1/2 inch x 100 FT

What it is: A grey polycarbonate wheeled trolley that comes as a combo set with the hose and a case. Operation is automatic, and the listing mentions a slow self-retract system, an upgraded any-length lock and a 10-pattern nozzle. Size is 22 x 12 x 17 inches and weight is 13 kg. A guide shifts side to side to lay the hose evenly.

Who it suits: Gardeners who want hose and reel in one wheeled package for a patio or small yard.

Pros

• Hose included in the set
• Automatic rewind with a length lock
• Nozzle mentioned in the listing

Cons

• The hose is 1/2 inch, so it does not show fit for a thicker 5/8 inch hose
• No weight limit, swivel material or leader hose length is stated

Skip if: you already own a long 5/8 inch hose or need a cart-only frame.

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YESTAR Garden Hose Reel Cart, Holds 200 Ft of 5/8 inch Hose

What it is: A heavy-duty, manual cart in aluminum and plastic, black, 27.56 x 24.41 x 34.25 inches and 14.6 pounds. The listing describes an aluminum tubing frame, a crank handle with an effort-saving system, a hose guide, two puncture-resistant tires, a basket for nozzles and gloves, a 2 meter connector hose and a 50 kg weight capacity.

Who it suits: Larger lawns and gardens where one spigot serves distant beds.

Pros

• 200 ft capacity for 5/8 inch hose
• Includes a basket and a connector hose

Cons

• Bulky at 27.56 x 24.41 x 34.25 inches
• Fitting and swivel material are not stated

Skip if: storage space is tight or you only water a small patio.

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Gorilla Mobile Aluminum Garden Hose Reel, 225 Ft

What it is: A silver aluminum mobile reel at 12.7 pounds. The listing mentions forged brass connections, leak-proof seals, a built-in hose alignment guide, an upright comfort handle, a removable accessory tray and a rust-proof frame.

Who it suits: Homeowners who want a lighter aluminum frame with stated brass connections.

Pros

• Light for its capacity at 12.7 pounds
• Brass connections and alignment guide listed

Cons

• The title says 225 Ft but not which hose diameter that assumes
• No dimensions or leader hose length are stated

Skip if: you need a diameter-based capacity statement or a named leader hose.

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GOFORWILD Garden Hose Reel Holder Stand, 150 ft of 5/8 inch Hose, 2 Hooks

What it is: A bronze metal holder stand that holds up to 150 ft of 5/8 inch hose and comes with 2 hooks. The details provided give only its brand, material and color, and the title calls it a holder stand, so wheels are not stated.

Who it suits: Gardeners with up to 150 ft of 5/8 inch hose who want a metal holder with hooks.

Pros

• 150 ft capacity for 5/8 inch hose
• Metal build with 2 hooks

Cons

• Dimensions, weight, wheels and fittings are not stated

Skip if: you need confirmed dimensions or fitting details, or a wheeled cart.

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4-Wheel Hose Reel Cart, Heavy Duty, Holds 250ft of 5/8 inch Hose

What it is: A black powder coated steel wagon, 24 x 24 x 34 inches and 22 pounds, from Real Hose Storage. The listing includes a 6 ft leader hose and all necessary hardware. Features listed are an E-Z Ergo crank handle, a wide base and non-slip aireless tires.

Who it suits: Large yards and community plots needing up to 250 ft of 5/8 inch hose.

Pros

• Largest stated capacity at 250 ft
• Leader hose and hardware included
• Wide base and 4 wheels for stability

Cons

• Weighs 22 pounds
• Needs shed or garage floor space

Skip if: you lift the cart often or only need 100 ft of reach.

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Hozcart Portable Hose Reel Cart, 100-120 Ft of 5/8 inch Hose

What it is: A compact blue cart in metal and polypropylene, 12.2 x 15.7 x 13 inches and 4.79 kg, with a leader hose included. The listing mentions triangular supports for stability, adjustable armrest heights, leak-proof interface technology, two wheels and installation parts with instructions.

Who it suits: Renters, patios, raised beds and small lawns where a full-size wagon feels oversized.

Pros

• Lightest and smallest in the set
• Leader hose and installation parts included

Cons

• 100 to 120 ft capacity does not suit long runs
• Wheel diameter, fitting material and swivel details are not stated

Skip if: your watering run needs more than 120 ft.

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Buying checklist

• Read your hose for its length and inside diameter, then pick a reel that names that combination.
• Measure the run from the spigot to your farthest bed. Over 120 ft rules out the Hozcart.
• Measure storage space using the listed dimensions, such as 24 x 24 x 34 inches for the 4-wheel wagon.
• Check what is included: a hose, a leader hose, hardware or just the frame.
• Think about the surface. Larger puncture-resistant or aireless tires suit lawns.
• Do not assume brass fittings, pressure rating or drinking-water safety unless the listing states it.

FAQ

What does the HOZEREEL combo cart include?

The listing says it is a retractable 1/2 inch x 100 FT combo set with a case and hose, in grey polycarbonate. It does not state a weight limit.

How does the YESTAR differ from the others?

It is a manual crank cart for 200 ft of 5/8 inch hose, with an aluminum and plastic build, a hose guide and a basket for nozzles and gloves.

Which cart is the lightest?

The Hozcart is 4.79 kg and the Gorilla Carts reel is 12.7 pounds. The Real Hose Storage wagon lists 22 pounds.

Which reels list a leader hose?

The Real Hose Storage cart lists a 6 ft leader hose, the YESTAR lists a 2 meter connector hose and the Hozcart lists a leader hose.

Does the Gorilla Carts reel state its hose diameter?

No. The title says 225 Ft but not which diameter that length assumes, so confirm it on the product page.

Closing note

Choose the HOZEREEL combo for a patio or small yard when you want the hose included. Choose the YESTAR for 200 ft of 5/8 inch hose, the Real Hose Storage wagon for the largest capacity, or the Gorilla Carts reel for a lighter aluminum frame. Confirm hose length and diameter, fitting material and leader hose on the product page before ordering.