REVIEW OF THE ZERO-G GARDEN HOSE BY TEKNOR APEX
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See my review of the Zero-G Hose. This is a hybrid hose that appeared on the shelves in my area this year. I had a few Pocket Hoses break on me so I decided to spend a little more money and try it out. The results are very good after 10 minutes. I'll keep you posted on how it holds up over time. I'm expecting good results. If you enjoy the video, please give it a Thumbs UP. Thanks for watching!
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I bought this hose about 3 months ago and love it. I got tired of buying hoses that stated they wouldn't kink, but that's all they did. I use this hose almost everyday and have had zero issues . It doesn't kink so that's a huge plus in my book. Going to buy another hose for the backyard.
@MarkThomasBuilder
6 жыл бұрын
I agree, it's a great hose!
Just bought it yesterday - LOVE it. It's very lightweight, flexible, nice connections. I'll be buying a couple more. Especially with drinking-water safety and a 5 year warranty. Fab.
@MarkThomasBuilder
5 жыл бұрын
I forgot that it's drinking water safe. I like it for watering plants on my deck.
Thank you for a thoughtful and professional review. I really appreciated it. I just purchased this hose about a week ago and used it twice. I noticed a couple things immediately: 1) there was leakage at the valve where I turn the water on (same as regular hose) and 2) my pressure shifted from really good (same as the regular hose) to "less than the regular water hose." So far, the only value I see is that it will not scratch my car if I need to run the hose over the car (but not sure why I would do that but it's possible). The hose moves easily when I move because it is more flexible than regular hose, so this is good. But overall, so far, my old traditional hose appears to offer almost the same benefits (and it's old) and the cost in my case is not justified.
@MarkThomasBuilder
7 жыл бұрын
I appreciate you sharing your honest opinion of the hose. I'm surprised the pressure decline would be that noticeable.
@randyman8984
5 жыл бұрын
@ ws3rocks if you have a leak at the valve like you said then of course you are gonna lose pressure.
I really like my 5/8" 100ft Zero G hose. I absolutely recommend this hose. Easy to roll hang on my iron hose rack. Get one,great pressure and lightweight.
@MarkThomasBuilder
6 жыл бұрын
The Zero G is one of the best.
@randyman8984
5 жыл бұрын
I am looking to buy a 100 ft also. One reviewer said it seemed to lose some pressure with the 100 ft compared to the 50 ft?
@ken3923
4 жыл бұрын
Of course the hundred foot hose loses pressure it's called friction loss every firefighter engineer knows that
@michaelmeichtry316
3 жыл бұрын
@@randyman8984 The water pressure will drop-off (attenuate) as the length of the hose increases - that's just how the physics of water pressure works. Same with electrical wiring - the voltage will drop as the length of wire increases.
This was submitted by a reviewer on Amazon.... "These are great. One caveat, though. Use "no bind" or " anti seize" lubricant from the auto parts stores on the threads. These fittings are aluminum, and if one connects them to brass, the galvanic action will weld the pieces together....permanently."
@MarkThomasBuilder
7 жыл бұрын
I haven't noticed that happening yet. Thanks for the advice!
@pabloottawa
7 жыл бұрын
A galvanic weld takes a lot of time but leave brass and aluminum joined together for 2 weeks straight and you will see just how difficult they are to separate. Been there. lol
@Bigfish1day
6 жыл бұрын
Use anti seize, will prevent galvanic corrosion.
@jeffthompson8663
5 жыл бұрын
I have never heard of anti seize on a hose.
@jlboveri
5 жыл бұрын
Unless there is a leak in the gasket I wouldn't think galvanic corrosion would be an issue. The gasket keeps the dissimilar metals separated where the moisture is present. Dissimilar metald are joined often in home plumbing with the use of galvinac unions.
I love my Zero G, best hose I have ever owned, and certainly the most convenient.
@MarkThomasBuilder
6 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it. I bought mine with my own money to review. It still works well.
@ahmedzaki2681
5 жыл бұрын
@@MarkThomasBuilder Zero-G hose is available in Saudi Arabia and I'm afraid it'll burst if I fix it to my water pressure pump.
I have purchased two of these hoses from either Lowe's or Home Depot over the past two years and so far I really like them. I kept them outside year round in the Atlanta area and so far they are holding up very well. If these ever blow out I think I'll go with the metal hoses that are advertised recently.
@MarkThomasBuilder
7 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear they're still holding up. I hope to get several years out of mine.
@randyman8984
5 жыл бұрын
Dont they have a 5 yr warranty?
I bought 8 of these because they are so nice and light weight, and I have a couple acres of young trees to water. Six of the eight have failed within a year. 5-year warranty is great unless you bought yours through Amazon. The shipping to return will cost as much or more than a replacement. And while they may be kink free in the traditional sense, they are prone to behavior that is worse. Mine snarled up in knots frequently. If you use beyond, say, a 25 foot length of hose, these easily get themselves tied into knots somewhere in the middle like string would do because they are so flexible. Then you find yourself trekking back to undo the knots.
@MarkThomasBuilder
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your experience. I was wondering if you can work directly with the manufacturer to get warranty help? It seems crazy to have to spend all that money to ship them back to Amazon. I haven't had the knot issue with this hose. I bought a GoodYear hose that had that problem.
@randyman8984
5 жыл бұрын
I thought amazon pays for returned shipping?
I've had three so far just since April and they all leaked! When they are dragged across cement such as my driveway, then that is where the leak happens. Guess as long as you keep them on the grass, then they are fine, but for dragging all over, they just don't hold up!
@MarkThomasBuilder
5 жыл бұрын
That's good to know! I just noticed a pro version of this hose at Lowes. It was 75' long and I think the price was around $70 and it had a 10 year guarantee. If it was repairable, I would've bought it.
Got the 100ft one yesterday from Canadian Tire. Let's hope it works
@MarkThomasBuilder
4 жыл бұрын
I'm buying a second one soon so I'll have 2 totaling 50 ft. Let me know how you like it.
Well, that sounds well and good, I thought so. First one lasted about 30 days and blew out. True Value gave me another, it lasted about 30 days and blew out. 5 year warranty is fine but pain in the butt to deal with. Old rubber hose lasted about 20 years.
@MarkThomasBuilder
7 жыл бұрын
Darn, sorry to hear it blew out. The storage of a rubber hose is a pain compared to this one. I look forward to the day that a company makes a tough hose with easy, compact storage.
@JimFitz41
7 жыл бұрын
Well, I talked to the Company today and they seem to think it may be a lot that was sold to True Value that may have had some flaws because I bought both hose's there and both failed. They are replacing the hose now from a lot directly from the factory. Absolutely no cost. They were very nice and very accommodating. I do really like the hose and hope this works out. I'll try to remember to let you know.
@MarkThomasBuilder
7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the update. Hopefully it was a bad batch they sent to True Value. I'm glad to know they have good customer service.
@bradmead9245
7 жыл бұрын
Jim, how has the new hose held up?
@ahmedzaki2681
5 жыл бұрын
I think you fixed the hose to water pressure motor.
I have the silver bullet. Seems to be doing quite well so far.
@MarkThomasBuilder
2 жыл бұрын
I had one that worked decent but only lasted a year. It was hooked up to a commercial building with 65psi.
Bought one of the neon green g-force hoses three years ago and forgot it in the garage. Got it out this year. love the color but kinds more than any hose I ever had. Would not recommend.
Just bought from a hardware store and used it to rinse my truck off from the snow and salt really works well and doesn't kink, lets see how it holds up through the New England weather
@MarkThomasBuilder
6 жыл бұрын
This is my favorite hybrid garden hose so far. It's held up just fine after 2 summers. I'm planning on testing a new Stanley brand repairable hose this spring. Please subscribe is you want to see that review.
As a woman with back and hip issues, I like the ZeroG 50' hose because it is lightweight. I have only used it for a couple of months, so I don't know how durable it will be over the years. The ZeroG does not expand, which is good because the expandable hoses are junk. My concerns are with the aluminum threads on my brass spigot, I wonder if they will "weld" together as warned. I also worry about this hose leaking in future years. You also will not get the water pressure that you get with a regular rubber garden hose. I would not recommend using the shut off valve at the end of the hose, as the built up pressure may burst the hose.
@MarkThomasBuilder
5 жыл бұрын
Those are some great tips! I like using mine for watering deck planters.
@michaelmeichtry316
3 жыл бұрын
You can purchase a "quick connect" kit from stores like Harbor Freight for around $8.00. Not only will it isolate the aluminum garden hose thread from the spigot (preventing the welding of the metal), but it will allow you to easily attach/remove nozzles or swap-out different attachments to the hose without having to screw-in and unscrew the nozzle or other attachments from the hose.
Costco Carries this Item 100ft at good price. Thought I would try this, I like the concept Light non Kink. It worked well Thought it was a keeper. However after the 1st week it started to leak where it attaches to the sprayer. It has a Thick Rubber Protective Shield at both ends where it attaches and that is where the leak developed. Very Disappointed Took it Back. Thought I would try a 2nd one in case it was a fluke situation. However sorry to say same thing happened in same time frame. To Bad I really like the the concept. However I did take it back as well. Sadly I would NOT Recommend Guess I will wait till next year see what the new Model brings see if can find one that doesn't leak.
@MarkThomasBuilder
5 жыл бұрын
I was able to get 2 full years before it started to seep at the end. It's not too bad, so I can still use it to water the plants. So far, it's the best hybrid hose I own. Other brands actually popped the first season.
I bought two of these one for the front yard and backyard. Unfortunately after about 9 months they both busted. One at the front end where you screw it into the faucet and the other got a hole somewhere about the middle. They worked great while they lasted. I like how easy it is to fold up...but it diesnt last so I cant recommend it.
What's the easiest way to organize this hose? I bought one and thought to put on a reel, but then while some of it still on the reel, the hose needs to expand when I need to use it. And it it seems be more difficult to expand while it's still reeled up. Any suggestions?
@MarkThomasBuilder
5 жыл бұрын
I keep mine on an open hose hanger. It seems like the best storage solution.
Thanks for the great review!!! :)
@MarkThomasBuilder
7 жыл бұрын
Thanks, you're welcome!
just bought hope it works well that green thing sucks leaked broke then broke again thanxz for the review
@MarkThomasBuilder
6 жыл бұрын
I just used mine today. It's one of my favorite garden hoses.
Great review. I may be picking this hose up.
@MarkThomasBuilder
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks! It's one of my favorites and I probably tested and reviewed 7-8 hybrid hoses so far.
@MrJosh5191
6 жыл бұрын
markthomasbuilder I finally got mine. Wrapping it up is a breeze. I'll check your other videos out
@ahmedzaki2681
5 жыл бұрын
Can I fix this hose to water pressure motor. Will it burst?
Returned the Silver leaking Bullet within 2 weeks. Check the video before you buy the bullet. My Zero G is doing well.
@MarkThomasBuilder
3 жыл бұрын
The Silver bullet didn't last long for me either.
Geez, I saw you again but really like your voice, Lol! Btw, do you think FlexZilla is the best one for my SPX3000? I just bought it based on your review, Lol again!
@MarkThomasBuilder
5 жыл бұрын
I have a FlexZilla and think it would work well with the pressure washer.
Similar to other posts, my first has one has split right at the fitting and another split about two feet from the end after less than one year of use. I always roll it up and keep it out of direct sun after use and it was drained and stored over the winter. I was hoping it would last longer than the expandable hoses that were trash but now it appears they last only slightly longer. I'm disappointed but hopeful someone will make one of these light weight hoses that actually lasts. I am looking for my receipt and hoping they will honor the 5 year warranty.
@MarkThomasBuilder
5 жыл бұрын
I agree, we need a company to make one that lasts at least 5 years. I think this is the best hose of all the expandable ones, so far. Good luck with your warranty!
I bought mine 2 months ago, one still doing ok, the other one started to leak about 4 feet from the female end. disappointed with hose. I wonder if they make a repair kit?
@MarkThomasBuilder
7 жыл бұрын
Too bad it leaks. I don't know about a repair kit. This is my favorite garden hose and I hope it hold up.
You didn't show how it stores. Can you reel it up? Does it shrink?
@MarkThomasBuilder
5 жыл бұрын
Sorry that I didn't cover that feature. It really doesn't shrink like the Xhose. It sorta flattens out and winds up nice. I store it kinka like I do an extension cord. It's the best hybrid hose in my opinion.
Was great at first then all 3 i bought at Lowe's busted within a year.
@MarkThomasBuilder
4 жыл бұрын
Wow, how frustrating. Mine is still going strong still after 3 years. I'm uploading a video of a new hybrid style hose to the market. The video will be up tomorrow morning. I think you'll like it.
Just bought one today. 50 foot. Hooked it up and it was leaking where the spray nozzle attaches. You could actually see the fitting to hose was installed crooked from the Manufacture. Dont they have a quality control? Each hose should be checked before boxing it up. crazy taking it back to Lowes and I think I will just get money back instead of exchange...what a let down.
@MarkThomasBuilder
5 жыл бұрын
That stinks! I just used mine a few days ago and it's still doing well. It has a little bit seep out at the one end, but barely enough to be an issue.
How do you store it? Do u need to buy a reel to store it or or it contracts by itself into a a smaller volume when u turn off the water? Thanks
You are almost at 3 years since you posted this what this the latest update, is it still working?
@MarkThomasBuilder
5 жыл бұрын
Funny you should ask, I was just using it today and thought I should make an update video. Yes it still works. There is slight seepage on the end that connects to the spigot, but not too bad.
Can they be stored in a hose caddy?
@MarkThomasBuilder
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, the hose goes flat but doesn’t contract like some of them do.
You're about to hit the 3 year mark. How's the hose holding up? Still worth the price?
@MarkThomasBuilder
5 жыл бұрын
I still use it. I'm planning on making an update video. I think it seeps a little, but it's still the best hybrid hose of all the ones I've used.
@BryanInPHX
5 жыл бұрын
I've had mine outside in the Arizona sun for about 3 years. I Iove the Zero-G hose. When it needs replaced, I'll get the same Zero-G again.
I see this video is a few years old. How has it held up? Thinking about buying one but $65 is a lot of money for a hose.
@MarkThomasBuilder
5 жыл бұрын
I still use it. It started having water slowly seep out at the one end, but not enough to bother me. It's still my favorite hose. I don't keep it under pressure when it's in storage. Hope that helps!
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I would be more rather happier if it was fully made and not just assembled in USA wouldn’t you? I sure would but that’s just me
@MarkThomasBuilder
6 жыл бұрын
Yes, it's a little deceiving.
@rrrtripler
5 жыл бұрын
markthomasbuilder what’s deceiving? They are stating that it’s assembled here. Better than made in China. Of course, we wish it was made in the USA. I would’ve put a little bit extra. Bought it but have not used it. I bought the 100 footer for like 40 bucks at Cosco. If it would’ve been made here it would’ve been probably like 60 bucks. Maybe I woulda paid.
Does it self coil for storage? Why is it a better mousetrap?
@MarkThomasBuilder
7 жыл бұрын
This hose shrinks for storage and is very durable. It's better than the Pocket Hose, which lasted me about a week.
Finally! Made in USA! Those damn made china el-cheapos were such a waste of time and money, I can't believe Home Depot and Lowes still carry them. Thanks for the review, going to get one at the Ace Hardware.
@MarkThomasBuilder
4 жыл бұрын
I'm probably going to buy a second one to use with this one. I forgot that they're made in the USA. I remember one of the cheapo bursting after 1 week. I'll never buy those again either.
@dougprentice1363
Жыл бұрын
It's assembled in the US. So the hose and fittings are made in China.
Mine leaks right where the hose meets the coupling at the spicket end. (Brand new) I've re-attached it 4or 5 times and made sure the rubber sleeve is tight against the coupling. Nothing helps. Taking it back tomorrow 👎
@MarkThomasBuilder
7 жыл бұрын
That's too bad. I just used mine yesterday and it's still holding up just fine.
@BLCdale
6 жыл бұрын
I have never had a leak at my spikot now for a year, and I have very old spikots, like 45 years old.
kinks right at nozzel also
@MarkThomasBuilder
7 жыл бұрын
I don't recall mine having any issues like that. Maybe after it gets more wear and tear on it.
@SILENTMAUINAKA1
7 жыл бұрын
i think because certain hose bibs at my work have low pressure ... love the light weight though.. good hose for home use.
can you recommend any 3/4" hose that's not super stiff?
@MarkThomasBuilder
4 жыл бұрын
This hose it the best hybrid hose so far. They make a heavy duty version that's kinda expensive. I haven't tried it out yet.
I tried to return this hose and the company the made it never got back to me and Lowes wanted nothing to do with it, not a good hose
@MarkThomasBuilder
5 жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear that. I've had a great experience with the Zero-G Hose.
Can you use this with a pressure washer?
@john4kc
5 жыл бұрын
Input to the pressure washer, yes. Output, No. You can use any hose for an input to a pressure washer.
@Painfulwhale360
5 жыл бұрын
I’ve just heard the hoses like these can collapse when being used for a pressure washer thus destroying the pump
@john4kc
5 жыл бұрын
@@Painfulwhale360 I guess it would depend on the how much water the pressure washer is demanding then. Maybe I spoke out of turn. If you're pressure washer uses 4 gallons a minute you would definitely need a hose that can deliver that.
I love these companies marketing gurus that come up with all the fake fancy names for technology on these hoses. Literally owned a dozen different of these hoses, every one burst
@MarkThomasBuilder
5 жыл бұрын
The very first hose I tried, the Pocket Hose, burst within a day or two. This one has a very small leak at the end, but I'm still able to use it for watering deck planters. It's my favorite of all the hoses so far. I agree with you, the branding is interesting to look at.
@kathleenscott4792
4 жыл бұрын
Check your water pressure
can this hose stay in the sun
@MarkThomasBuilder
7 жыл бұрын
I recall the instructions saying to store it out of the sun. That's pretty common with all the hybrid hoses.
@linnmagic
5 жыл бұрын
No, I left mine partially under pressure for 15min while watering a tree plant slowly, when I came back it was bursting with water.
Still working well?
@MarkThomasBuilder
7 жыл бұрын
Yes, just fine now in the second year.
@EricAnderson89
7 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thanks for the video.
@cuddlycactus6981
7 жыл бұрын
I work at Lowe's. I've been looking for reviews on everything for outdoors, and this is the best review I've found for any item I work with! Are there any issues you do have with it? Has it remained durable? Thanks! :)
How heavy is it in comparison to a normal hose?
@MarkThomasBuilder
7 жыл бұрын
Much lighter and it's very easy to store.
@lordkosc
7 жыл бұрын
Awesome, ordered one from Lowes for pick up tomorrow, my 80 year old mother should be pleased.
@lordkosc
7 жыл бұрын
I installed and gave it a go, the 50ft weighs around 4-5 pounds, and it really is a great hose. Thanks for the video on it.
always kinks
Poor quality. Have 5 of these and within a month or two all five leak at the hose end coupling and a few also stated leaking within the middle. And unfortunately, the standard hose end repair kits don’t fit the smaller diameter of these hoses. So now I have hoses that can’t be hooked up to a spray nozzle. Very disappointed in these. Also, don’t know where their claim of never kinking comes from but they kink like crazy. I would steer away from this hose.
@MarkThomasBuilder
6 жыл бұрын
This hose has never kinked. The Goodyear hose kinked like crazy. If they make a repair kit, this would be a game changer.
@docbrock35
6 жыл бұрын
Seems like we are talking about different hoses. Although, your picture is the same as mine. All of mine kink incessantly, leak at the hose end nozzle and reduce the water flow noticeably. Mine are all the 100’ length as we have a 13 acre ranch, half of which is fully lanscaped. It’s important to me that the hose not kink or reduce the water flow too much. This one does both so even with a repair kit I won’t be purchasing again.
These hose are like condoms only good once or longer if you don't use them.
@MarkThomasBuilder
5 жыл бұрын
Haha, I haven't heard that comment yet. I've had this one for a couple years now and it works well other than slight seepage at one end. It made it a whole 2 years without any issues.
trash I never buy it again
@MarkThomasBuilder
6 жыл бұрын
Mine held up very nice the first year and then it recently started leaking right near the connector. This has been my favorite hybrid garden hose so far.
@berylgolden2591
5 жыл бұрын
@@MarkThomasBuilder Thanks for the update. What did you do about the leak near the connector?