The Best Inflatable Pools You Can Buy

Inflatable pools are a great way to keep your whole family entertained. They can be filled with water during warm weather or with balls for extra fun for your kids and pets. No matter where or when you use them, they are a great investment for kids.

Choosing an Inflatable Pool

There are many inflatable pools to choose from. Review these considerations before making a purchase:

• Size: There are various sizes of inflatable pools. Selecting a baby pool, family pool, or pool play center will determine the amount of space your pool takes up. Consider how many people you’d like your pool to accommodate and determine whether the size you choose is safe for everyone to use.
• Design: While most pools are rectangular, others can be round or uniquely shaped. Find a design that works for your needs and aesthetic.
• Features: Inflatable pools come with a myriad of features like filter pumps, canopies, seats, and even slides. Be sure to check for any special elements you may desire.

Best Overall: Sable Pool

This rectangular pool made of polyvinyl chloride measures 118 by 72 by 22 inches. It is a swim center that will fit up to two adults and four kids (ages 3+), with phthalate and lead-free material, which is 60% thicker than most in the market. This inflatable pool offers safe and durable use. It also includes two water valves to double the drainage speed and a 90-degree vertical drainpipe to facilitate water outflow. The pool can be inflated in under five minutes with an electric pump and has three individual air chambers, so it can withstand extra weight, prevent air leakage, and always be ready for fun. 

Best Design: Members Mark Pool

The Members Mark inflatable pool boasts a unique and elegant design. It measures 120 by 110 by 18 inches and is made with durable and puncture-resistant materials. In addition, it includes a drain plug for easy drainage of water, a two-in-one valve for easy inflation/deflation, and a repair patch. Best of all, it features two air-cushioned backrests and comfortable seats for extra relaxation.

Best Canopy: Homech Pool

Homech’s rectangular inflatable pool measures 118 by 72 by 22 inches and is constructed from 0.4-millimeter thick BPA-free plastic PVC material, meant to withstand sunlight and heat. It comes with three individual air chambers to create a stable frame that holds a considerable amount of water and has standard valves compatible with electric air pumps. What makes this pool unique is its detachable sun shelter, making sunlight exposure optional when you lounge in the pool outdoors, thanks to the UV30+ canopy fabric.

Best with Filter Pump: Summer Waves Pool

Measuring 8 feet in diameter and 2.5 feet deep, this round inflatable pool has a 608-gallon capacity. It includes an RX330 pool filter pump with GFCI as well as a filter cartridge with a built-in chlorinator and a D filter cartridge for the pump. With a setup that takes only minutes, you can splash the day away in this pool.