I really like the hose from Cobb because it doesn't get as hot on the outside at all, is way more flexible, and does not tangle like steel braided hose. Burning grass is not good, and the steel braided hose does just that. It also can burn your hands when trying to put it on the reel. If it costs a little more it is worth it to me to eliminate and hassle involved in my day of cleaning. Keep in mind I have a 220,000 BTU LP heater.
I haven't had the fabric braided solution hose from Cobb long enough to form a solid opinion, but I just ordered another 150' feet of it for my other truckmount!