For 40 gallons of portable emergency water in standard 5-gallon containers.
Amazon $228.95The Saratoga Farms 5-Gallon Stackable Containers, 40 Gallons is the better water storage tank overall, rated 2.7 to 2.1. The Saratoga Farms 5-Gallon Stackable Containers, 40 Gallons leads on features. The Saratoga Farms 5-Gallon Stackable Containers, 40 Gallons costs $61.04 less ($228.95 vs $289.99).
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For a 45-gallon flat-bottom utility tank with a 1 in. drain, at a fair price per gallon.
Amazon $289.99Which should you buy?
- Choose the Saratoga Farms 5-Gallon Stackable Containers, 40 Gallons for features (stackable vs 1 in. outlet fitting).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 25 to 49 gallons water storage tank; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Saratoga Farms 5-Gallon Stackable Containers, 40 Gallons | Norwesco 45 Gallon Flat Bottom Utility Tank |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.7/5 | 2.1/5 |
| Value 40% | 41 $5.72 per gallon ($228.95, 40 gal) | 35 $6.44 per gallon ($289.99, 45 gal) |
| Potable claims 25% | 50 food-grade, BPA free | 0 no NSF, food-grade or BPA-free claim published, scored as none |
| Features 20% | 30 stackable | 20 1 in. outlet fitting |
| Warranty 15% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Saratoga Farms 5-Gallon Stackable Containers, 40 Gallons | Norwesco 45 Gallon Flat Bottom Utility Tank | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Total capacity | 40 gal | 45 gal |
| Containers | 8 containers | 1 tank |
| Size (each) | - | 38 x 18 x 22 in |
| Water safety | ||
| Material | HDPE | Polyethylene |
| Food grade | Yes | - |
| BPA free | Yes | - |
| Features | ||
| Spigot or outlet | None | 1 in. outlet |
| Stackable | Yes | No |
| Made in USA | Yes | - |
