# TLDR Review: Polyethylene Bilge and Pump Hose

*Published: 2024-09-27 | Updated: 2024-11-27 | Source: https://shopsavvy.com/reviews-tldr/polyethylene-bilge-and-pump-hose*

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## Verdict

The 1-1/8 in. I.D. x 6 ft. Polyethylene Bilge and Pump Hose is a flexible and generally well-performing product for standard bilge and pump usage, but it's not suitable for saltwater environments. Consider it for its flexibility and standard conditions, but be cautious about potential failures in demanding situations or with hose clamps. If durability and saltwater resilience are important for your needs, you may need to explore other options.

**Top pro:** Good flexible hose, praised by 20% of reviewers.
**Top con:** Brittle in saltwater, as mentioned by 10% of reviewers, not suitable for such use.

## Product: Polyethylene Bilge and Pump Hose

## Pros
- Good flexible hose, praised by 20% of reviewers.
- Worked perfectly for its intended use, according to 20% of reviews.

## Cons
- Brittle in saltwater, as mentioned by 10% of reviewers, not suitable for such use.
- Failed inside the boat for some users, noted by 10% of reviews.
- Leaks when used with a hose clamp, reported by 10% of users.
- Suggestion that it should be thicker for durability, according to 10% of reviews.

## Pros vs Cons at a Glance

| Pros | Cons |
|------|------|
| Good flexible hose, praised by 20% of reviewers. | Brittle in saltwater, as mentioned by 10% of reviewers, not suitable for such use. |
| Worked perfectly for its intended use, according to 20% of reviews. | Failed inside the boat for some users, noted by 10% of reviews. |
|  | Leaks when used with a hose clamp, reported by 10% of users. |
|  | Suggestion that it should be thicker for durability, according to 10% of reviews. |

## Last Seen Prices

*Each price is the last one ShopSavvy observed, on 2024-11-27; it may have changed since.*

| Retailer | Price | Availability | Last seen |
|----------|-------|-------------|-----------|
| [Home Depot](https://shopsavvy.com/api/redirect/products/CJoLaXCJWzqlfyM0nsBV/offers/x2XomBPvBAxfCjF0FqzN?source=shopsavvy&medium=article-review-tldr) | $11.64  | In Stock | 2024-11-27 (may have changed) |

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