Reliance Aqua-Tainer 7 Gallon, 2-Pack vs Scepter 5 Gallon Water Container

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The Reliance Aqua-Tainer 7 Gallon, 2-Pack is the better water storage tank overall, rated 3.3 to 2.2. The Reliance Aqua-Tainer 7 Gallon, 2-Pack leads on value, warranty and features. The Scepter 5 Gallon Water Container costs $11.62 less ($58.37 vs $69.99).

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Reliance Aqua-Tainer 7 Gallon, 2-Pack vs Scepter 5 Gallon Water Container

Which should you buy?

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 weightReliance Aqua-Tainer 7 Gallon, 2-PackScepter 5 Gallon Water Container
Overall rating3.3/52.2/5
Value 40%49 $5 per gallon ($69.99, 14 gal)2 $11.67 per gallon ($58.37, 5 gal)
Potable claims 25%50 food-grade, BPA free50 food-grade, BPA free
Features 20%65 spigot included, stackable35 spigot included
Warranty 15%44 5-year warranty0 1-year warranty

Specifications

Reliance Aqua-Tainer 7 Gallon, 2-PackScepter 5 Gallon Water Container
Capacity
Total capacity14 gal5 gal
Containers2 containers1 tank
Size (each)11.5 x 11.2 x 15.8 in13.7 x 6.8 x 18.8 in
Empty weight (each)2 lb-
Water safety
MaterialPlasticHDPE
Food gradeYesYes
BPA freeYesYes
Features
Spigot or outletIncludedIncluded
StackableYes-
Warranty
Warranty5 years1 year

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