For camping and small emergency stashes in a proven rigid 7-gallon jug.
Amazon $69.99The Reliance Aqua-Tainer 7 Gallon, 2-Pack is the better water storage tank overall, rated 3.3 to 2.0. The Reliance Aqua-Tainer 7 Gallon, 2-Pack leads on value and features. The Reliance Aqua-Tainer 7 Gallon, 2-Pack costs $62.01 less ($69.99 vs $132).
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For a compact 16-gallon utility water tank on a trailer or truck bed; no potable rating is published.
Amazon $132Which should you buy?
- Choose the Reliance Aqua-Tainer 7 Gallon, 2-Pack for value ($5 per gallon ($69.99, 14 gal) vs $8.25 per gallon ($132, 16 gal)) and features (spigot included, stackable vs UV resistant).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every under 25 gallons water storage tank; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Reliance Aqua-Tainer 7 Gallon, 2-Pack | Norwesco 16 Gallon Flat Bottom Utility Tank |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.0/5 |
| Value 40% | 49 $5 per gallon ($69.99, 14 gal) | 21 $8.25 per gallon ($132, 16 gal) |
| Potable claims 25% | 50 food-grade, BPA free | 0 no NSF, food-grade or BPA-free claim published, scored as none |
| Features 20% | 65 spigot included, stackable | 35 UV resistant |
| Warranty 15% | 44 5-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Reliance Aqua-Tainer 7 Gallon, 2-Pack | Norwesco 16 Gallon Flat Bottom Utility Tank | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Total capacity | 14 gal | 16 gal |
| Containers | 2 containers | 1 tank |
| Size (each) | 11.5 x 11.2 x 15.8 in | 20 x 14 x 17 in |
| Empty weight (each) | 2 lb | - |
| Water safety | ||
| Material | Plastic | Polyethylene |
| Food grade | Yes | - |
| BPA free | Yes | - |
| Features | ||
| Spigot or outlet | Included | None |
| Stackable | Yes | No |
| UV resistant | - | Yes |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 5 years | - |
