I got that one called pocket hose..I think that is the cheaper plastic one. I also got the Hydro hose, this one is okay material-wise, but does not retract and shorter. The pocket hose got the length I need. So far have two pocket hoses burst already, so as I said, a consumable. I have no issue with its plastic fitting, just the material itself of the hose, it will burst at any point. And I think our extreme hot weather is causing it too.