The new Evolve hose reel was worth waiting for. I've been interested in purchasing for a number of years but simply couldn't manage the expense until recently. Now that I have one, I am very, very satisfied. It's not without its caveats though. I'm over 65 years old and after the first 5 metres or so, I start to struggle a little. I mention it only because I wasn't prepared for the tension that is probably required for the reel to do its job. I am impressed with the connector system but it does limit you in certain ways. Be prepared for additional purchases to adapt any specialised sprinklers or sprayers. Overall the purchase is well worth the money. I can now enjoy watering my garden and not stress over rolling the hose back or getting tangled up in it. I highly recommend reading the information on the website before purchasing to make sure you get everything you need. So far, after a month of use, I have no regrets whatsoever.