Review (5/5): Suprised - It Doesn't Leak and Has Good Flow
So, when you get this you will notice this strange, black plastic thing threaded into the base of the handle. It looks like a quick connect to a power washer, so don't toss it out. Grab some pliers and give it a quick turn and you can unthread it. Make sure to see the black washer. I didn't since it was compressed on top of the black plastic. Let's say, that without a washer in the handle, you may be very, very underwhelmed by the no-leak capability. Let's say further, that it will spray in every direction and potentially get you soaked.
So, after you make sure to have the washer (or your own) in the handle, that attached hose connection does not leak. So, common issue one - a non issue with this product.
I typically don't plan out my sprayer purchases and pick up a 5-8 dollar one from THD, Menards or Ace without concern. They typically last a season and usually have a decent flow.
This NT01 is pricier than those 'bin' purchases - about 2 to 3 times as much. So, is it worth it? I doubted it, but I like it so far. I will say that I am underwhelmed with the "soak" setting. It just gushes out as soon as it leaves the nozzle. There is no distance so be prepared as you may be the one to get soaked.
The rest of the settings are great and the "flat" shoots across my yard. I've not had that power in a hose/nozzle before and I already cannot wait until next summer when the kids are playing outside. They won't see it coming.
In all seriousness, I can give a drink to all my bushes and trees in my front yard without having to unroll the hose. That's living. Of course, for gentle watering I'll have to get a bit closer and use another setting.
I declined the vendor's first offer for a free nozzle to evaluate. I agreed to the second request and I now admit that the big box store cheap nozzle is not going to be the best. Luckily, my wife never reads these posts.
The company sent a promotional sample for evaluation without promise of a review.