Product comparison
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Ice Barrel
500
500
The Cold Pod
Cold Pod 85 Gallon
Cold Pod 85 Gallon
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| Specification | Ice Barrel 500 | The Cold Pod Cold Pod 85 Gallon |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Users up to 6 ft 9 in · Upright seated immersion · Built-in entry steps | Smaller footprint than the XL · Very light empty · Lowest-cost entry to cold immersion |
| Tradeoffs | Chiller sold separately · Larger footprint · About 900 lb filled | Ice only, no chiller · No published minimum temperature · Warranty not published on the product page |
| Plunge type | Insulated upright tub | Upright portable pod |
| Chiller included | No | No |
| Minimum temperature | Not published | Not published |
| Water capacity | 94 gal / 356 L | 85 gal |
| User guidance | Up to 6 ft 9 in | Not published |
| Dimensions | 57.6 × 30.7 × 42.1 in | 29.53 in diameter × 29.53 in high |
| Empty / filled | 104 / about 900 lb | 7.72 lb |
| Insulation | Double-wall tub and lid | Not published |
| Drainage | Not published | Drain tap and hose included |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | Not published |
| Published price | $1,749.99 | $119.99 |
| Included | Not published | Insulated cover, 6 support legs, pump, drain hose, manual |