Woods Extension Cord Storage Reel - Holds Up to 150 Feet of 16/3 or 125 Feet of 14/3 Gauge Cord - Tangle-Free Design for Indoor or Outdoor Use - Side-Mounted Crank - Red & Black

I wasn’t expecting to be so impressed by something as simple as a cord storage reel, but the Woods E-102 has proven to be a surprisingly useful and frustration-saving tool in our garage. For the price, it’s absolutely worth it. We have several long extension cords, including older ones that have developed twists and kinks over time. Trying to manually coil them often results in a tangled mess—what I jokingly refer to as "the orange squid." This tool completely eliminates that problem. It rolls up cords quickly and cleanly, even those with existing twists, without any real effort. For messy cables, i sometimes run it across my foot to keep it straight, but this is for older cables that have noticeable underlying twists. The build quality is solid for the price point. It’s not a premium-grade construction, but it feels sturdy enough that I’m not worried about it breaking with regular use. It's clearly built for functionality over flash, which is exactly what I was looking for. It’s lightweight, easy to carry, and stores neatly on a shelf or hook without taking up much room. The most important part is that it makes cleanup so much faster—no more struggling to get cords untangled or stuffing them into corners where they get damaged. If you deal with long power cords, holiday lights, or even rope that tends to get out of control, this is an inexpensive solution that just works. Highly recommended for anyone who values time and a bit of garage sanity.

Works as stated. Nice reel.

I bought this because my extension cords were always in a tangled mess and I wanted to be more organized with my electrical cords. I started using it in my garage and out in the driveway when I’m running tools and moving cords around the yard. The plastic material actually feels pretty durable and stability is wonderful , and the wheel has good stability when you’re winding things up. The swivel feature helps a lot when reeling the cord back in and it keeps things cleaner and more manageable. I also like the overall flexibility of it since you can use it for cords, rope, or even a hose, and it definitely helps keep the garage looking more organized and improves the overall cleanliness of the space. What impressed me most was how sturdy it feels for plastic and how much easier it makes storing cords without tangles. What disappointed me is the capacity claim. It says it holds up to 125 feet, but realistically it doesn’t handle that comfortably, especially with thicker cords. If you’re going to buy one, I’d recommend getting the version rated for about 25 feet more than what you actually have so you’re not cramming it. Overall, it’s a solid organizer. Anyone trying to clean up a messy garage or keep extension cords under control will probably appreciate it. If you’re dealing with really long or thick cords though, you might want to size up or look at a bigger model.

Rolls up my extension cord really well. Great for storing cord.

UPDATE: We have abandoned the struggle of trying to wind our 100' 12-3 cord onto this reel. It was not a good plan. The reel is not hefty enough to handle it. Only use this reel for the recommended size cord(s). And then, for easier winding hook the middle of the cord into the center of the reel and wind -- then you won't have a problem with managing the cord ends while winding. Works very smoothly. Easy to find the middle of your cord, and mark the middle with a permanent marker or electrical tape. ORIGINAL REVIEW: I needed a simple cord reel to accommodate 100' of 12-3 cord, after the old plastic one broke. I use the cord for an electric mower and other outdoor tools. The heavier electrical cord is better for the various electric motors; potentially helps them last longer. Searching the local hardware stores and mega-depots was astonishingly disappointing. IF I could even find a cord reel, they were all very, very small and flimsy, unless I spent $80-100 or more for contractor grade -- not an option. I thought it amazing that stores that sell long, consumer-grade cords of various sizes didn't offer any cord reels that could wind and store them. After much searching online, I found this one at a reasonable price. It just barely accommodates my cord, IF I wind the cord from its middle. Otherwise, there is nowhere to fasten either large end so that you can start winding, AND either large end takes up so much room in the middle of the spool that it causes a huge, uneven lump in the wind, and you run out of space for the cord. The only place you can mount an end to start winding is a tab in the center of the inside of the spool. If I could stick an end through one of the outside holes and wind, it would be a great help. But the frame that holds the spool is mounted very close to the spool and an end coming through a side hole would prevent it from turning and winding. After first giving this five stars, I have edited it down to three, after much struggling and hoping to draw the designer/manufacturer's attention. Three stars isn't necessarily fair, since the reel wasn't designed for the size cord I have. It almost can't accommodate the 100' of 12-3, but in lieu of spending $100, I was struggling to make it work. I wish the company made one a size larger, too. I'm thinking, IF they read these reviews (which they would do if they are smart), perhaps they will re-engineer this one to deal with better accommodating the end pieces for winding. Plus, MAKE A SIZE LARGER FOR HEAVIER CORDS! This reel is entirely plastic, but the design and construction are mostly well done, except for what I've already mentioned. You can set it on the ground to wind the cord, which is a great help. A personal caveat-emptor regarding another cord-winder style -- the big-name depots and barns do sell, among others, a style of cord winders designed to entice you by making the winding look like magic. They wind the cord in such a manner that it twists and twists it. Since electrical cords are copper wire inside, the copper twists and cannot be straightened again. After a few uses, the cord is so irreparably twisted that it's impossible to deal with, since its basic shape is too altered to lay flat or rewind. Stick to a cord winder that winds and unwinds straight on/off the reel (like this one's design), so that the cord won't twist.

Surprisingly good value for the price. Not contractor strength but good enough for household jobs. I was able to modify it further by drilling a hole in the hub with a 1-3/8" bit on the open side (not the handle side), almost touching the rim wall. That allows you to feed a small bit of the plug out through the center and keep most of the cord on the reel at all times and still be able to plug it in. Otherwise you have to pull all the cord off to use it. The manufacturer should consider adding that hole in the next version.

Good value for money. Light yet strong enough for my electric fence twine. Packs away nice and compact

Fonctionne tres bien, robuste et bien fabriqué

Se siente duradero, quedo perfecto.

It’s not Tough enough to Hold cables.. I’m really disappointed. The pictures don’t reflect the quality

Great for storing Christmas decorations. Well made and very useful