When we bought our used Motorhome it came with a brand new macerator in a plastic case(Flojet). Having never used one, I continued using the old style hose that I was most familiar with. One camping experience without a sewer connection made it necessary to try the macerator and a 50 hose. I could have kicked myself for not using sooner. I keep it connected to the sewer line end, stick a garden hose in the cg septic system and press a button. No walking the hose to empty it, no rinsing the hose, no handling and storing...I recommend it!