Hozelock Spray Guns: Which Model Is Right for You?

A spray gun is the part of the hose you hold, so it makes the biggest difference to how watering feels. Hozelock's range runs from a simple twist nozzle at under £10 to multi-pattern guns with trigger locks and flow control. This guide explains what the features do, which model suits which jobs, and how to fix the drips that come with age.

Quick picks

If you want…	Choose
The simplest, cheapest option	2292 Adjustable Nozzle: twist from mist to jet
A nozzle with set patterns	3-in-1 Nozzle, or the 3-in-1 Nozzle Plus with an AquaStop connector
An everyday spray gun for watering and cleaning	2669 Multi Spray Gun: 5 patterns, trigger lock, thumb flow control
More patterns and an easier trigger	2684 Multi Spray Plus: 6 patterns, variable trigger, soft-touch handle
Everything you need for a new hose	2669 Spray Gun Kit or the Starter Kit

The features that matter

Spray patterns

More patterns isn't automatically better. Most people use three: a mist or fine rose for seedlings and new plants, a shower or cone for general watering, and a jet for cleaning paths, tools and car wheels. A fan pattern is handy for washing down wide surfaces, and fast fill gives a solid stream for filling watering cans and buckets. Five or six patterns covers almost everything.

Trigger lock

This holds the trigger on so you don't have to keep squeezing. It's the feature people appreciate most when watering a large garden or washing the car.

Flow control

This lets you turn the water down at the gun. You get a gentler flow on delicate plants and use less water, without walking back to the tap. The 2669 has a thumb control, and the 2684 uses a variable trigger: squeeze gently for a light flow, harder for full power.

Nozzle or gun?

A twist nozzle is small, cheap and has nothing to break. You choose the pattern by turning the head, and turn the water on and off at the tap or with an AquaStop connector. A pistol-grip gun adds a trigger, so you can stop and start without moving from where you're standing. That makes it better for jobs where you're constantly moving between plants.

Which model for which jobs?

• Pots, baskets and seedlings: you need a gentle pattern and good flow control. The 2684 Multi Spray Plus is the most controllable. For hanging baskets out of reach, a watering lance is easier than stretching. Browse our spray guns and lances.
• Beds, borders and the lawn: the 2669 Multi Spray Gun. Its shower and cone patterns cover the ground quickly, and the trigger lock saves your hand.
• Cleaning patios, cars and tools: any gun with a strong jet. The 2669 or 2684 does the job.
• Just topping up and filling cans: the 2292 nozzle or 3-in-1 nozzle is all you need.

Hozelock also makes metal-bodied guns, such as the Multi Spray Gun Pro 2694 and the 12-pattern Ultra 12. They're tougher if the gun gets dropped on a patio or left outside. Check the product pages for current stock.

Add an AquaStop connector

Fit an AquaStop connector on the gun end of the hose and the water stops when you unclip the gun. You can then swap to a sprinkler or lance without walking back to the tap or getting wet. The 2679 pack pairs the 2669 gun with one. For more on which connector goes where, see our Hozelock connectors guide.

Fixing a dripping or weak spray gun

• Drips where the gun clicks onto the hose: the O-ring on the gun's inlet is worn. Replace it from an O-ring kit. It takes a minute and needs no tools.
• Weak or uneven spray: limescale or grit is blocking the nozzle holes. Soak the head in white vinegar overnight and clear the holes with a pin.
• Stiff trigger: rinse the gun through with clean water after use, especially in hard-water areas, and don't leave it lying in the sun.
• Winter: bring the gun indoors. Water trapped inside can freeze and crack the body or valve.

Frequently asked questions

Will a Hozelock spray gun fit my hose?

Yes, if your hose has a Hozelock-style click connector on the end. All of these guns and nozzles have a standard male click inlet. If your hose doesn't have connectors yet, a kit such as the 2669 Spray Gun Kit includes them.

Is a metal spray gun worth it?

It's worth it for heavy daily use or if the gun lives outside, because metal survives drops and frost better. For normal home use, a good plastic gun like the 2669 or 2684 lasts for years if you bring it in over winter.

How do I water seedlings without washing them out?

Use the mist or fine rose pattern, turn the flow down at the gun, and hold it well above the tray so the water falls gently.

Browse all our Hozelock spray guns and lances, or ask us which suits your garden.