Which is cheaper, Ballistic 50 FT Expandable Garden Hose, No-Kink or Garden Hose Nozzle?

Ballistic 50 FT Expandable Garden Hose, No-Kink lists at $47 and Garden Hose Nozzle lists at $17. Prices change often, so check the current listing before buying.

Head to head · Lawn & Garden

Ballistic 50 FT Expandable Garden Hose, No-Kink vs Garden Hose Nozzle

Ravvy scores Ballistic 50 FT Expandable Garden Hose, No-Kink at 89.48 and Garden Hose Nozzle at 89.65. Garden Hose Nozzle takes the overall pick, best for homeowners seeking a long lasting metal alternative to cheap plastic sprayers.

Pocket Hose

Ballistic 50 FT Expandable Garden Hose, No-Kink

89.5

$47

Buy this if you want the most convenient storage possible but accept that expandable latex cores have a shorter lifespan than heavy duty rubber.

Ravvy pick

Restmo

Garden Hose Nozzle

89.7

$17

Buy this if you want a reliable metal sprayer that offers great versatility, while accepting that the painted finish may chip over several seasons of heavy use.

How they score

Factor	Ballistic 50 FT Expandable Garden Hose, No-Kink	Garden Hose Nozzle
Longevity	78	87
Portability	98	–
Water Pressure	85	–
Ease of Storage	99	–
Kink Resistance	92	–
Ergonomics	–	85
Versatility	–	94
Build Quality	–	89.5
Pressure Control	–	88

Ballistic 50 FT Expandable Garden Hose, No-Kink

What owners praise

Extremely lightweight and easy to maneuver
Swivel connector prevents kinking at the spigot
Shrinks to a very compact size for storage
Reinforced sleeve resists tearing on concrete
Lead-free copper infused fittings

What to know first

Latex cores are sensitive to extreme heat
May not reach full 50 feet under low water pressure
Outer sleeve can snag on thorny bushes

Skip it if commercial job sites or areas with sharp, jagged rock landscaping

Garden Hose Nozzle

What owners praise

Powder coated zinc alloy construction resists rust
Flow control knob allows for one handed pressure adjustment
Includes a locking clip for continuous spraying without fatigue
Rubberized grip stays comfortable in cold or wet conditions
Fits all standard 3/4 inch garden hose threads without leaking

What to know first

Exterior paint may chip if dragged across rough surfaces
Metal body gets colder to the touch in winter than plastic
Front trigger might feel stiff initially for some users

Skip it if professional landscapers requiring ultra high volume industrial flow rates

Specs side by side

Spec	Ballistic 50 FT Expandable Garden Hose, No-Kink	Garden Hose Nozzle
UPC	097298700637	–
ASIN	B0GWFN7Y8T	B094XR28MW
GTIN	097298700637	–
Brand	Pocket Hose	Restmo
Color	Red	–
Material	Latex, Liquid Crystal Polymer	zinc alloy
Set Name	Ballistic	–
Brand Name	Pocket Hose	Restmo
Unit Count	1 Count	1 Count
Item Length	50 feet	–
Manufacturer	Bulbhead	Restmo
Material Type	Latex, Liquid Crystal Polymer	zinc alloy