Let me start by saying, this heated hose is a GAME-CHANGER for winter RVing. I've tested it in sub-zero temps (-20°F), and unlike my old Camco hose that would freeze solid, this baby kept water flowing like it was summer.

The self-regulating thermostat is genius - no more fiddling with controls. I woke up to -15°F mornings and found the hose warm to the touch, working silently. The copper connectors? No leaks after 3 months of constant use (take THAT, blue Camco hose!).

But here's the real test: During an ice storm when my neighbor's regular hose burst, mine was supplying water to both our RVs. That durable outer jacket isn't just marketing - it survived being dragged across frozen gravel.

WARNING about length though! I got the 30ft version and barely had enough to reach my spigot. Measure twice, buy once. Also, while most reviews are glowing, I did see one report of failure in Missouri's deep freeze - maybe a lemon unit?

Roll-up is surprisingly easy compared to stiff competitors. No more wrestling with kinks that refuse to straighten out. The middle-position heating wire makes it lay flatter during storage too.

Final verdict? At $65-$100 depending on length, it's pricier than basic hoses but cheaper than replacing frozen pipes. For full-time RVers or winter campers, this might be your best cold-weather investment.