Hourleey Garden Hose Protector, Hose Extension Adapter with Coil Spring, 2 Pack

Why I reached for these hose protectors

My outdoor routine has a few common pain points: a hose bib tucked too close to the stucco, a pressure washer that gets dragged around the driveway, and a habit of wrenching hoses at sharp angles until they kink or start seeping at the fittings. I picked up this two-pack of hose protector adapters to act as strain relief on those problem spots and to make connecting hoses in tight spaces less of a wrestling match.

What they are

Each protector is a short 3/4-inch garden hose extension with a coil spring wrapped around a flexible PVC sleeve and brass fittings on each end. Think of it as a six-inch pigtail with a built-in anti-kink guard. The two-pack comes with extra rubber washers, which sounds like a throwaway detail but is exactly the kind of small inclusion you appreciate when a washer goes missing in the grass.

Setup and fit

Installation is straightforward. The female end threads onto your faucet, timer, hose reel, or tool; the male end accepts your garden hose. Everything fits standard 3/4-inch GHT threads, and the sealing surfaces are true. With the supplied washers, I was able to get a drip-free seal by hand-tightening, then giving a gentle snug with pliers on the hex flats. One small note: the protective spring sits close to the collar, so getting fingers fully around the coupling can be a bit awkward in tight spaces. A rubber jar-opener pad or a strap wrench makes it easy without marring the finish.

Because the assembly adds a few inches of length and flexibility, it’s especially helpful at wall-hugging faucets where a full hose nut can’t rotate freely. On one stucco-wrapped spigot, I’d usually cross-thread a hose at least once before getting it seated. With the protector installed, the connection is now a quick, clean quarter-turn affair.

In use: performance and flow

I tested a pair in three scenarios:
- At a wall-mounted faucet feeding a 100-foot hose that lives on a reel.
- At the inlet of a gas pressure washer that sees lots of stop-start movement.
- As a short extender to keep a planter’s quick-connect coupler off the ground.

In all cases, the spring did what it’s supposed to: it guides the hose into a gentle radius instead of allowing a sharp bend right at the fitting. That alone reduces the two things that kill hoses—kinks and repeated flexing at the same point. On the pressure washer, the short extension also made connecting the supply hose easier; there’s less knuckle-busting against the machine frame, and less side-load on the pump inlet.

Flow-wise, I didn’t observe meaningful restriction. A rotor sprinkler still spun happily at my usual faucet setting, and the pressure washer drew water without starvation or sputter. If your setup is on the edge of flow requirements, you could measure with and without, but for typical residential water pressure these protectors are effectively transparent.

Build quality and materials

The fittings are the highlight here. The brass is thick enough to resist the all-too-common fate of garden hardware: a crushed or ovalized male end from a stray boot. Threads are cut cleanly, and the hex flats give you something to grip with a wrench when you need that last eighth of a turn.

The spring is where the value price shows. It’s plated steel, not stainless. After a couple of months on an exposed faucet, I’m seeing the beginnings of cosmetic surface rust, especially where water tends to bead after shutoff. It hasn’t affected function, and it will take a long time to rust through at the wire diameter used, but if you live near the coast or care about looks, it’s worth noting. A quick shot of silicone spray or a wipe with light oil keeps the shine longer.

The flexible sleeve between the fittings feels like standard PVC: firm enough to resist collapse, flexible enough to accommodate a generous bend. It’s not something you’ll want to twist into knots, but that’s precisely what the spring prevents.

Where it shines

• Strain relief at vulnerable connections: On tools like pressure washers, hose reels, or filters, these relieve side-load and vibration on delicate inlets.
• Tight access: The extra length and flexibility make it easier to attach a hose where a spigot is recessed or close to the ground.
• Preventing kinks at the source: By forcing a smooth bend radius, the protector keeps water flowing and extends the life of both the hose and the faucet seal.
• Everyday convenience: As a short “pigtail,” it keeps quick-connects or shutoff valves off the dirt and easier to reach.

Where it falls short

• Spring corrosion: The coil is not stainless, and in outdoor, wet environments it will show surface rust over time. Mostly cosmetic, but it’s the weak link in an otherwise robust assembly.
• Gripping clearance: The spring’s proximity to the coupler can make hand-tightening a little fiddly, especially with cold or wet hands. Not a deal-breaker, but be prepared to use a tool or a grippy pad.
• Leverage on plastic accessories: If you’re threading this directly into a lightweight plastic timer or splitter, the spring’s stiffness can transfer torque and leverage into that plastic body. I’d support the assembly or use a rigid brass elbow between the device and the protector.

Tips for getting the most out of it

• Use the included washers, and keep the spares in the bag hung near your spigot.
• If leaving installed year-round, hit the spring with a silicone spray or light oil at the start of the season to slow corrosion.
• On plastic timers or multi-way splitters, add a short rigid elbow first, then the protector. This keeps weight and bending forces off the plastic threads.
• Don’t overtighten. Brass seals well against a good washer; over-torquing just shortens the life of both components.

Value

You’re getting two protectors for the price many brands charge for one, along with extra washers. The brass fittings punch above their price point. The spring isn’t premium, but functionally it does the job. For most home users, that trade-off nets out to very good value.

Durability outlook

After a season of use, I’d expect the brass ends to outlast a few hoses, and the PVC core to hold up under normal garden duty. The spring will slowly lose its showroom finish outdoors. If you store hoses out of the weather or keep the protectors in a garage between uses, they’ll look better for longer. If you need a corrosion-proof finish, you’ll want a version with a stainless spring—and you’ll pay for it.

The bottom line

These hose protectors do exactly what I wanted: they reduce kinks, protect fittings from strain, and make awkward connections easier. The fittings are sturdy, the thread quality is good, and flow isn’t compromised. The main compromise is the spring’s susceptibility to surface rust, and the need to be mindful when pairing with lightweight plastic accessories.

Recommendation: I recommend these for anyone looking to extend hose life and make connections at faucets, reels, and tools more forgiving, especially if you’ve got tight clearances or move equipment around. They’re a good value, function as advertised, and the brass ends feel built to last. If you need corrosion-proof cosmetics or plan to mount them directly on delicate plastic timers, consider a stainless-spring alternative or add a short rigid elbow for support.