I was talking to someone @ The Natural Gardener nursery about the
differences and she said that as far as durability of the soaker hoses
it depended whether they were exposed to the sun or not. Hers have
lasted 7 yrs so far.

The good thing I can see about soaker hoses is that they can be moved
more easily than a drip system.

Also, someone else I typed to said that hey use their soaker hoses for
the veggie garden only and during the off season just roll them up
till the next need. Making them last longer.

Someone else suggested pvc , but I really think that is much more
permanent (may too permanent for what I need)

Oh well , I will think, think, think, think..... -------------------
Winnie the Pooh expression

have a great day,
Anita