11 Best Watering Cans for Indoor and Outdoor Gardening

Modern and minimalist, this stainless steel option features a long-stem, free-flow spout and holds a little over half a gallon, making it ideal for watering large indoor or outdoor plants. It earned our top spot for its durable construction and extra-large curved handle, which makes it easy to hold. Just note that the copper finish in particular will develop a rustic patina over time, and the brand recommends not leaving it outside in rainy weather.

This affordable option includes a detachable nozzle so that you can switch between two watering modes, gentle shower or free-flow stream. We love that its ergonomic handle and lightweight construction makes it easy to hold, while Amazon reviewers say it's easy to fill without spills thanks to a wide opening. According to one satisfied customer, "it's sturdy, it holds enough to water quite a few small pots and the design is cute, so I don't feel like I need to hide it in a cabinet."

With the ability to hold up to 1.5 gallons of water, this heavy-duty watering can has two handles to make the watering process easier if it becomes too heavy. Grip it with both hands and use the 25-inch-long detachable, rotating spout that Amazon reviewers say is easy to clean.

Small and durable, with a wooden handle for easy gripping, this compact can's glossy exterior is ideal for leaving on display. We love that its long, narrow spout offers lots of control even for the smallest of pots, delivering water exactly where you need it, sans spills.

Made of durable galvanized steel, this surprisingly lightweight watering can is designed to be weather- and rust-resistant. Holding up to a full gallon of water, we love that it has two handles for easy pouring and that it has a detachable gentle shower spout that can be removed for when you prefer a direct stream.

We love this watering can because of its easy-to-read scale and transparent design, which helps you avoid overwatering. The 9.5-inch detachable spout is also narrow enough to easily fit between the stems of houseplants and the plastic material means you don't have to deal with any rust.

Holding just 16 ounces of liquid, this mini stainless steel option is ideal for keeping at your desk to water small office plants. The skinny spout is also great for watering tiny succulents and seedling starter kits. Its brushed finish is designed to minimize scratches and tarnishing. We also love that it comes with a silicone spout cover, to avoid splashes and spills when traveling from the sink to your plant.

Our top pick for the best plant mister, this 10-ounce brass design will not only look great displayed on a shelf or windowsill in your home, it does a great job of keeping seedlings, sprouts and humidity-loving houseplants sufficiently moist. The brass finish is durable, but take note that it will develop a rustic natural tarnish over time — if that's not your thing, you'll have to regularly rub it down with brass cleaner.

Meant for kids ages three to six years, this colorful plastic can from popular toy brand Melissa & Doug features an easy-grip handle and flower-shaped gentle shower spout so that little ones can help you water plants. It's small enough for children to carry and has a vibrant design that'll attract their attention. One Amazon reviewer who bought this for her three-year-old daughter commented on how "it's easy for her to carry and fill up by herself."

If you're looking for a great gift for plant lovers, you may just want a watering can that looks extra cute. Enter this daisy-patterned ceramic watering can that features a long spout and handle to make carrying and watering effortless. "I feel like it looks good on display too, instead of hiding my watering can under the sink," noted one happy customer.