Intex12ft x 30" Easy Up Swimming Pool (NO PUMP) #28130

We got tired of having to replace the children’s garden pool every few years because of both punctures and unattractive discolouration of the plastic. Garden pools are particularly expensive during the summer months while they don’t last very long - at least not when exposed to our over-active children. Yet with our south-facing inner city patio it can get really hot in summer, so the children do need some water play facility.These Intex pools seemed of much stronger, durable design. Also, in case they prove to be as sturdy as expected the Intex pools offer add-on options and accessories like a cover and perhaps a filter at a later stage. Moreover the reviews were good. I was tempted to order the larger and higher 8-feet pool, but as we have limited outside space it seemed wiser to stick to the smaller 6-feet variant.The pool came neatly presented in a a 60 x 40 x 12 cm box, this is important as it implies there pool doesn’t require too much storage space (also given that only the top ring is inflatable, this pool is easy to deflate and subsequently easy to fold in a compact manner). Included are 3 filter-hole plugs (1 spare) that you’ll have to put in place if you lack this accessory. There is also a filter connection part that remains unused in my case for now. You’ll have to make sure you place the pool on a level area and on a floor cover. We already had a collection of inter lockable rubber play/gym mats on which we placed the pool to have a soft seating and to protect the bottom. Then you’ll have to inflate the top ring, for this a non-electrical pump is advised. In order to spare me the effort of finding our pump, I just inflated it by mouth, which took less than 2 minutes and a few deep breaths. During the early stages of filling with water you’ll then have to make sure to straighten out the bottom mat of the pool. All in all, the set up is less burdensome than a full inflatable children’s pool. However, filling the pool with water took about 40 minutes and a lot of water - be aware that these Intex pools require a substantial quantity of water as they are 2x to 3x as deep as the average inflatable garden pool for young children. So there is a cost to that, and in times of severe drought you may be reprimanded by you neighbours for putting such pool in place.Nevertheless the outcome was very satisfying. It’s is really nice and even a luxury (also for grown ups) to have a reasonably deep pool outside during hot weather. It’s very refreshing for dad to cool down and enjoy a beer in the sun. And the children have a lot of fun with it every day when the weather allows.Most importantly the material of this Intex pool is of high quality, it is made of thick layers plastic that can endure some wild children’s water play. Even the inflatable top ring seems much more durable than a traditional children’s pool.The only drawback is that is lacks standing sides and a supportive top ring. So you can’t really relax and hang on the sides as you will push it down and the water will flow out. Similarly, when our youngest, 6-year old enters the pool he will lean on the top ring for support, but this will cause water to flow out.We have already bought a cover that will keep the water clean and that helps to heat it up a little, I keep this in lace with ratchet straps. I’ve also ordered a somewhat treacherous but affordable pool heater, we’ll see how that works out. The next step would be an investment in an Intex filter. In the mean time I’m looking into adding a well-measured amount of chemicals to the water to keep it clean for more than two days - we live in a hard-ware area and after a couple of days of intensive play the water gets milky and unclear.But overall, very, very pleased with this pool. Highly recommended.

I recently purchased the Intex 6ft x 20in Easy Set Pool for my backyard, and I couldn't be happier with my decision! This pool is perfect for my kids, providing a fun way for them to cool off during the hot summer days without taking up too much space.The setup was incredibly easy and took less than 15 minutes. All you need is a flat surface, and the pool inflates quickly with the included air pump. I filled it up with water, and it was ready to go in noThe material feels sturdy and durable, and I appreciate the built-in safety features. The walls are thick enough to withstand some rough play from the kids, and I haven't noticed any leaks so far.At 6ft in diameter, it’s just the right size for a small family. My kids (ages 4 and 7) can splash around comfortably, and there’s still room for a few friends to join in .Cleaning is straightforward. I use a small net to remove debris, and the pool comes with an easy-to-follow maintenance guide. I recommend getting a small filter pump to keep the water.For the price, this pool is an excellent value. It provides hours of entertainment for my children and is easy to store away when the season is over. I highly recommend the Intex 6ft x 20in Easy Set Pool for anyone looking for a quick and affordable summer solution

Initially, I wanted to leave a bad review, because as soon as I opened it and inflated the tube on the side, I saw that it was already punctured. I managed to plug that small hole with super glue and it worked. Otherwise, it seems quite ok, the quality is better compared to what I had last year. Quality-price ratio super ok.

Fast delivery, great service

This review is for the 6ft x 20inch.I bought this as a replacement for our family holiday to Spain. (Thanks Covid-19) If you’re drunk enough, and the sun is hot enough, it can be convincing.I blew the ring up with my very own set of lungs because I couldn’t be bothered to search the garage looking for a bike pump that would probably turn out to be bitterly disappointing anyway. It was easy to do by mouth. Then I set it up all by myself at 6am and it was a cinch. It filled in less than 2 hours. No rips, holes or pops.I chuck in some baby bottle sterilising tablets at night and then cover it with tarp.The kids love it but they scream and splash constantly which is my idea of hell when I’m trying to drink wine in my deck chair.As pools go, this one is nothing short of fantastic. Get one.

It went brown quite fast,so that was disappionting.

I’m an adult & purchased this 3 years ago to cool down in the summer . I chose this pool because its very deep at 76cm but not too big so doesn’t dominate the garden. The inflatable design is very clever & works well. It has no frame so comes in a small box , it must be easy to import / ship & so represents excellent value for money .Some reviewers grumble about the inflatable style but it works well & just needs to be set up properly & on level ground. The key is to smooth any ripples out of the bottom as you fill with water & fill to a high level which helps it hold its shape . I lay old mats / rugs underneath to help protect base from punctures.In my opinion the material is thick & the design is very robust . At the end of summer I clean & dry well before storing for winter . I've had mine 3 years now and its still going strong . I imagine if you had kids jumping in & playing with toys etc it wouldn’t last so long but I bet they’d have a great time ! The cover is a good purchase to keep leaves, bugs & debris out. And I did eventually buy filter pump to help keep water clean. When set up it holds a lot of water & is a superb way to cool down - very refreshing . Its very big / deep and I can hardly believe it only costs £30 or £40 - it feels like it should be worth a lot more - Very pleased : )

Arrived last night started filling it up to find after 12 hrs my garden was flooded as it has little tears in several places