Xiny Tool Garden Hose Shut Off Valve, 4 Pack 3/4 Inch Heavy Duty Solid Brass Garden Hose Connector, Water Shut Off Valve with 8 Extra Rubber Washers

A simple upgrade that makes hoses easier to live with

I added this four-pack of brass hose shut-off valves to my outdoor setup to solve a familiar annoyance: walking back to the spigot every time I want to swap a nozzle, move a sprinkler, or tame a sudden spray. After several weeks of daily use across two hoses, a pressure-washer feed line, and a soaker hose, I’ve come to appreciate how a small part can make the whole system feel more controlled.

Build and design

Each valve is solid brass with a compact profile and a quarter-turn lever. The brass body has some heft, threads are clean, and the lever has a rubberized sleeve that’s easy to find by feel. This isn’t the flimsy pot-metal hardware that corrodes after a season; it feels like the kind of garden fitting you’ll own for years.

The set comes as a four-pack with eight extra rubber washers. That’s a smart inclusion. Washers are the first wear item in any hose connection, and having spares on hand means a quick swap instead of living with a slow drip.

The valves use standard 3/4-inch garden hose threads (GHT), not pipe threads, so they’re a match for typical hoses, sprinklers, spigots, and watering accessories in North America.

Installation and compatibility

Installation is as plug-and-play as hose fittings get:

• Make sure a washer is seated in the female side of the valve.
• Hand-tighten the valve onto the hose end or spigot.
• Attach your nozzle, sprinkler, or quick connector to the other side.

I didn’t need any thread tape—washers do the sealing here. On all the fittings I tried (rubber hose, hybrid polymer hose, brass and aluminum nozzles, a plastic oscillating sprinkler, and a pressure-washer supply line), the valves threaded on smoothly with no cross-threading or binding.

If your spigot is tucked close to a wall, you may need to orient the lever so it has clearance to swing. The compact size helps; I was able to fit one on a tight wall hydrant and still operate the lever without scraping knuckles.

In use: flow control and ergonomics

The quarter-turn lever gives you immediate and predictable control. Fully open to fully closed is about 90 degrees, and fine adjustments for partial flow are easy. I didn’t measure a meaningful drop in flow or pressure compared to a straight-through connection; sprinklers still covered their normal area, and the pressure washer pulled water without starving.

Two practical wins stood out:

• I can shut off the hose at the far end, swap a spray gun for a sprinkler, and avoid the cold, high-pressure surprise when reconnecting.
• I can move a running sprinkler without getting doused—flip the lever off, relocate, and flip it back on.

On one of the valves, the lever was stiffer out of the box. It loosened after a few cycles and a dab of silicone plumber’s grease. The rest were smooth from day one. I prefer a slightly firm action over a sloppy one—especially when wearing wet gloves—so this struck a good balance.

Leak performance

No leaks at the body or lever stem, and no drips at the connections once the washers were seated. I left one hose pressurized overnight several times; still dry beneath the spigot in the morning. If you do notice a drip at the connection, check the washer first—most hose leaks are solved by swapping in a fresh washer or making sure the existing one isn’t doubled up or kinked.

Durability and weather

Brass was the right material choice for this part. It resists UV better than plastic, doesn’t rust like steel, and tolerates the occasional bump against a paver or reel. After weeks of staying on the hose outdoors, the finish shows no tarnish beyond normal brass patina. The lever sleeve hasn’t loosened or split.

A couple of cautionary notes:

• Don’t leave water trapped in the valve in freezing conditions. Drain or disconnect before a hard frost to avoid damage.
• If you pair brass with aluminum quick connectors and leave them mated for months in a wet climate, galvanic corrosion can make them hard to separate. A light coat of silicone grease on the threads helps.

Use cases I tried

• Hose-end control with a spray gun: The most obvious use. I kept the spigot fully open and managed water at my hip. It turns a basic hose into something that feels more like a tool than a pipe.
• Sprinkler management: Being able to stop flow at the sprinkler lets me reposition without getting soaked, and it prevents a muddy burst when I first open the spigot.
• Soaker hose and drip zones: Partial flow adjustment works well to tame overzealous soaker lines. For fine metering, I still prefer an inline regulator, but the valve handled rough adjustment nicely.
• Pressure washer feed: These are great as an isolation valve between the supply hose and washer. No suction issues, no starving, and it’s faster to disconnect without sprinting to the tap.
• RV/boat fill line stand-in: Used as a temporary shutoff during water container fills. Quick stops without juggling the spigot help avoid overflows.

Small shortcomings

• Initial stiffness on one lever: Fixed with use and a touch of silicone grease. If hand strength is a concern, cycle the valve a few times before it goes into daily rotation.
• Bulk at crowded spigots: The compact body helps, but if your splitter, timer, and backflow preventer are already fighting for space, adding one more fitting may require some reorientation.
• Heat on metal surfaces: In direct sun, the brass warms up. Gloves make long sessions more comfortable if you’re in a hot climate.

None of these were deal-breakers, but they’re worth noting.

Tips for best results

• Use the included washers. If you see a drip, replace the washer before tightening harder.
• Hand-tighten only. Over-torquing with pliers can deform washers or crack nozzles.
• Grease sparingly. A tiny bit of silicone plumber’s grease on the valve stem and threads keeps the action smooth and discourages galling with aluminum accessories.
• Drain for winter. Open the valve when you store the hose so any trapped water can escape.
• Consider placement. My favorite setup is hose -> shut-off valve -> quick connect -> nozzle/sprinkler. That way I can cut water before disconnecting.

Value

As a four-pack, this is an easy way to standardize every hose and the key connection points around the yard. Functionally, a single valve can transform how you use a hose; outfitting multiple lines means you stop thinking about water control entirely—it’s just there wherever you are. The inclusion of extra washers lowers the lifetime hassle factor.

Bottom line

I reach for practical upgrades that remove friction from routine tasks, and these brass shut-off valves do exactly that. They’re solidly made, seal reliably, fit the gear most people already own, and add the kind of control that saves time and keeps you dry. Beyond convenience, they protect threads and accessories by reducing the number of times you’re wrenching connections under pressure.

Recommendation: I recommend these valves. They deliver dependable shut-off and smooth flow control in a durable brass body, they integrate well with quick-connect setups and sprinklers, and the four-pack with spare washers makes it simple to outfit multiple hoses. If you have limited hand strength or very tight spigot clearances, expect a brief break-in for the lever and take a moment to orient the handle for clearance. Otherwise, this is a small, worthwhile upgrade that improves the way a garden hose works day in and day out.