Hose reel that attaches to house

Hose Reel That Attaches to House

ByKen

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A hose reel that attaches to the house is a wall-mounted reel: it bolts to an exterior wall near the spigot, stores the hose off the ground and, in some designs, rewinds it for you. This roundup compares six wall-mount reels from their Amazon listings, checked on 2026-10-18. Three are retractable reels with a 1/2 inch hose already inside, and three are manual reels that hold your own 5/8 inch hose. The listings contradict themselves in a few places, so the conflicts are shown instead of resolved quietly.

Quick answer

  • Longest hose included: the SILVEL 100 ft retractable reel, with a 10-pattern nozzle and a wall mount in the box.
  • Shorter run, lower reel weight to hang: the SUNPOW 50 ft (18.35 pounds) or the Giraffe Tools 65 ft (17.56 pounds) retractables.
  • Holds your own hose, up to 125 ft of 5/8 inch: the Liberty Garden 704 (cast aluminum) or 712 (steel, rotating), both manual.
  • Lightest overall: the Suncast resin reel at 6.7 pounds, holding up to 100 ft of 5/8 inch hose that you supply.

Retractable or manual: what changes

  • Retractable reels (SUNPOW, Giraffe Tools, SILVEL) ship with a 1/2 inch hose inside. You pull the hose out, lock it at a length and tug to rewind. The hose length is fixed at 50, 65 or 100 ft.
  • Manual reels (Liberty 704, Liberty 712, Suncast) hold the hose you already own, and the listings give capacities of 100 to 125 ft of 5/8 inch hose. You wind it back by hand. Liberty and Suncast list a leader hose in the box (5 feet for both Liberty models; the Suncast listing says a leader is included without a length).
  • Mounting hardware: the two Liberty listings say mounting hardware is not included. The SUNPOW and SILVEL listings list bolts in the package, and the SUNPOW also lists expansion tubes.

Comparison

Reel Type Hose Material (spec table) Weight
SUNPOW 50 ft Retractable (see conflict) 50 ft x 1/2 inch, included Polyvinyl chloride 18.35 pounds
Giraffe Tools 65 ft Retractable 65 ft x 1/2 inch, included Metal, plastic, polyvinyl chloride 17.56 pounds
SILVEL 100 ft Retractable 100 ft x 1/2 inch, included ABS and rubber (see conflict) 22.2 pounds
Liberty Garden 704 Manual Holds 125 ft of 5/8 inch, not included Aluminum 10.4 pounds
Liberty Garden 712 Manual, rotating Holds 125 ft of 5/8 inch, not included Steel 15 pounds
Suncast Sidewinder Manual Holds up to 100 ft of 5/8 inch, not included Resin 6.7 pounds

Worked example: will the hose reach?

This is a planning example with assumed distances. Suppose the reel will hang on the wall next to the spigot, and the far bed is 80 ft away measured along the path the hose will take. The Giraffe Tools reel holds 65 ft, so it falls 15 ft short. The SUNPOW holds 50 ft, so it falls 30 ft short. The SILVEL, at 100 ft, covers the distance with 20 ft to spare. Among the manual reels, a Liberty reel loaded with 100 ft of your own 5/8 inch hose would also reach, and a full 125 ft gives 45 ft to spare. Measure along the real path, around corners, because the straight-line distance is always shorter.

One more check: a listing capacity assumes the hose size it names. Liberty states 125 ft of 5/8 inch hose. If your hose is thicker than 5/8 inch, the sources we opened do not say how much less it holds.

The six reels

1. SILVEL Retractable Garden Hose Reel, 1/2 inch x 100 ft (longest hose included)

Specs from the listing (checked 2026-10-18):

  • Hose: 100 ft x 1/2 inch; item diameter 0.5 inches
  • Operation: automatic; any-length lock and slow-return system; 180 degree swivel bracket
  • Weight and size: 22.2 pounds; 17.72 x 9.25 x 17.13 inches
  • Package: reel with 100 ft hose, hose nozzle, 10-function spray nozzle, wall mount, 4 bolts, user manual; 24-month warranty

Pros

  • Longest included hose in this group
  • Hardware (4 bolts) in the box

Cons

  • Heaviest reel here, so check the wall and the fasteners
  • Spec table says ABS and rubber, while the bullets describe a PP shell and a triple-layer PVC hose
  • The 200 PSI working and 600 PSI burst figures are the seller’s claim

Best for: A long run from one spigot
Skip if: You need a lighter reel or already own a long hose

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2. Giraffe Tools Retractable Hose Reel, 1/2 inch x 65 ft

Specs from the listing (checked 2026-10-18):

  • Hose: 65 ft PVC tube, 0.5 inch diameter
  • Operation: automatic; any-length lock; guidance system; 180 degree swivel bracket
  • Weight and size: 17.56 pounds; 18.1 x 7.43 x 14.32 inches
  • Extras: openable top cover; the title mentions a 9-function nozzle

Pros

  • Clear cover lets you see the hose retract and extend
  • Mid-length option that is lighter than the SILVEL

Cons

  • The Installation Method field reads Outdoor and does not say wall mount
  • The bullets suggest the installation post should be larger than 4 X 6 with no units given, so check the manual before you mount
  • The bullets we read do not list the package contents

Best for: Mid-size yards
Skip if: Your run is longer than 65 ft

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3. SUNPOW Retractable Garden Hose Reel, 1/2 inch x 50 ft

Specs from the listing (checked 2026-10-18):

  • Hose: 50 ft x 1/2 inch with 3/4 inch brass fitting
  • Features: any-length lock; pulley guide rail; 180 degree swivel bracket; 10-pattern nozzle
  • Weight and size: 18.35 pounds; 17.28 x 8.64 x 16.2 inches
  • Package: reel, nozzle, wall mount, 4 bolts, 4 expansion tubes, manual

Pros

  • Package lists bolts and expansion tubes
  • Title lists a 3/4 inch brass fitting

Cons

  • Title and bullets say auto rewind, but the Operation Mode field says Manual
  • Shortest hose of the three retractables

Best for: A short run near the spigot
Skip if: The Manual operation mode would be a problem for you; confirm with the seller

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4. Liberty Garden 712 Single Arm Navigator (rotating, steel)

Specs from the listing (checked 2026-10-18):

  • Capacity: 125 ft of 5/8 inch hose (hose not included); capacity field 1499.97 inches
  • Build: 18 gauge steel with a bronze powder coat; 90 degree solid brass swivel; all brass fittings
  • Rotation: pull-up knob for 360 degree rotation; carriage can be secured in one of eight positions
  • Weight and size: 15 pounds; 18.6 x 20.3 x 22 inches
  • Other: 5 ft leader hose; storage tray; one year limited warranty

Pros

  • Rotating carriage for pulling the hose in different directions
  • Brass swivel connection

Cons

  • Mounting hardware is not included
  • Operation is manual
  • Needs a wall with room for an 18.6 x 20.3 x 22 inch reel

Best for: People with a hose who want flexible pull directions
Skip if: You want auto rewind or a bundled hose

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5. Liberty Garden 704 Decorative Cast Aluminum (wall mount, bronze)

Specs from the listing (checked 2026-10-18):

  • Capacity: 125 ft of 5/8 inch hose (hose not included); capacity field 1500 inches
  • Build: non-rust cast aluminum with brass plumbing fixtures; powder coat finish
  • Weight and size: 10.4 pounds; 15 x 22.75 x 15.38 inches
  • Other: 5 ft leader hose; shelf for tools and nozzles; 3 year limited warranty; comes fully assembled

Pros

  • Lighter than the steel 712 and the retractables, at 10.4 pounds
  • Longest stated warranty in the group, at 3 years

Cons

  • Mounting hardware is not included
  • Style Name reads No Hose Guide
  • Manual rewind

Best for: A decorative look with a lightweight reel
Skip if: You want the hose to rewind itself

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6. Suncast Sidewinder Wall Mount Hose Reel (resin, detachable)

Specs from the listing (checked 2026-10-18):

  • Capacity: up to 100 ft of 5/8 inch standard vinyl hose (not included)
  • Material and weight: resin; 6.7 pounds; light taupe
  • Features: reel detaches from the wall for off-season storage; no assembly required; leader hose included

Pros

  • Lightest reel here
  • Detaches from the wall for the off-season

Cons

  • The title says Sidewinder, while the Model Number field says Sidetracker and the Style Name says Tracker
  • Smaller capacity than the Liberty reels
  • Dimensions and hardware are not listed in the bullets we read

Best for: A light, removable reel for seasonal use
Skip if: You need 125 ft of capacity

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Mounting notes

None of the six listings names the wall surfaces it suits, such as siding, brick or stucco, and none states a mounting weight limit. Listed weights for the manual reels exclude the hose you add, and no listing quantifies the extra weight of a hose full of water. Follow each manual for fasteners and wall type. The Giraffe Tools bullets suggest the installation post should be larger than 4 X 6 but give no units, so check its manual.

How to choose

  • Need 100 ft of hose out of the box: SILVEL.
  • Short run, want auto rewind: Giraffe Tools or SUNPOW. Confirm the SUNPOW operation mode first.
  • Own a good hose already: a Liberty 704 or 712, or the Suncast if you need the lightest option.
  • Want the rotating pull direction: Liberty 712.

FAQ

Can a hose reel mount to any exterior wall?

The listings do not say. Follow the manual for wall type and fasteners,

Do these reels include the hose?

The SUNPOW, Giraffe Tools and SILVEL include a 1/2 inch hose. The Liberty and Suncast reels hold your own hose, with a short leader hose included.

What hose size do the manual reels hold?

Both Liberty reels state 125 ft of 5/8 inch hose. The Suncast states up to 100 ft of 5/8 inch standard vinyl hose.

Which reel is lightest?

The Suncast resin reel, listed at 6.7 pounds, then the Liberty 704 at 10.4 pounds.

Does the reel need to be near the spigot?

The listings do not say how close it must be. Both Liberty listings include a 5 ft leader hose, and the 712 bullets describe it as giving extended reach and connection flexibility to your water source.

Can I take the reel down for winter?

The Suncast listing says the reel detaches from the wall for off-season storage. The other listings do not mention removal.

Keep reading

Bottom line

For a hose that stays on the house, choose by hose length and rewind type first. The SILVEL covers the longest distance with a bundled hose. The Giraffe Tools and SUNPOW suit shorter runs. The Liberty and Suncast reels suit people with a hose already. Measure the path, check the wall, and ask the seller about the conflicts listed above before you drill.

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