I bought this hose and absoulty loved it. Easy storage great overall. However, after the third or forth time I used the hose it began to leak so bad it is no longer usable. I would not recommend this produt to any one planning on a long term relationship. The product is a great idea, but, would hate for the fire department to rely on such a lousy product. To compare at all to the flexable fire hose is rediculous. The only matching chacteristics is the flexability of the hose. I admit it folded up nice and took up little space when I through it in the trash. I suppose from a environment stand point it does have some value. Don't waste your money.