INTEX Swim Center Inflatable Family Lounge Pool: Built-In Bench – Cup Holder – 156 Gallon Capacity – 90" x 86" x 31" – Blue

It is HOT in SC and I am 8 months pregnant! I was looking for something I could comfortably sit in that would also fit my 6’4” boyfriend, after many days of research this was the perfect pool! We both had room to spare! The seat and head rest are incredibly comfortable, it’s a lot deeper than I expected which was a pleasant surprise and the cup holders were a very nice touch. I inflated it in just a couple minutes with the intex pump (already had one for air mattresses) but a regular air compressor or even a hand pump would have the job done quickly! The material is very thick and would have lasted longer if it hadn’t gotten a piece of metal stuck in it. It drains from the bottom and holds air VERY well, the day I set it up is also the day we had bad storms roll in that lasted for 2 weeks and this pool was still just as inflated as day 1.

For the price you get a very nice fun pool. I imagine children would love this, but This review is aimed at Adults wanting this pool as a lounging pool.Things to be aware of; 1.) There is no padding on the bottom of the pool so it is hard. I wear water shoes makes it so much softer and nicer on the feet.2.) The vinyl is very thin—pool toy quality. Under inflate it to avoid ruptures. 3.) The tubes offer No support to help you get up, in and out of pool, if your old like me 😂 using a camp chair next to pool is very helpful. 4.) a king size fitted sheet works very well to cover the pool to keep out leaves and debris. — a little difficult to get on by yourself.5.) have a flat surface, and use a mat to protect the bottom. 6.) Set the pool up in a shaded area if at all possible. Do not fully inflate— especially if the pool gets sunlight. Hot air expands and you will blow a seam. 7.) I filled the pool to about 4-6” above the bench. It was great.Only problem the bottom is very hard and not comfortable at all. Luckily the bench seat and backrest are fabulous. This pool is big enough for a large river tube to fit inside. I find myself lounging in the river tube more than sitting on the bench. Only because it’s difficult for me to get down and back up from the seat. (I’m in my late 60’s with arthritis in my knees. )If you keep the tubes a little under inflated so they are soft you should have no problems with leaks — seams ripping etc. even my 2 small dogs can jump in and out with no worries of punctures.I recommend this pool. 👍

PROS: This pool fits me and my husband comfortably, with room to spare. The water depth is nice as well. It’s about 2.5 feet deep once filled. The lounge seat is super comfy and helps make “poolaxin’” all the more enjoyable. Set up is easy, as long as you have a good air pump. I tried to use a Coleman air pump that is typically used for blowing up air mattresses, but it was taking forever, so I switched to an electric dust blower and that did the trick. This pool is awesome if you’re just looking for a place to cool off and relax during summer.CONS: The pool arrived slightly damaged. One of the cup holders was distorted into a weird shape that makes it unusable. The bench had a small hole, as did the lower ring. I patched them up and the seat seems to be holding fine. The lower ring however tends to still lose air. Not so much that it fully collapses, but enough that it’s a daily task to keep it inflated. I don’t know if there’s a small leak I cant see/hear, like the one before, or if it’s just the weight of the water pressing down on it to make it deflate slightly. I contacted Amazon about these defects and they were kind enough to offer a replacement but I declined because I’d have to send this one back and it would be crazy trying to return this thing, so instead they gave me a 30% return credit.HELPFUL TIPS: The pool definitely needs to be on a level surface. There’s no way around this. The first time I set it up, it was on a mostly flat area, but once it was filled, the weight of the water leaned to the side that wasn’t exactly level and by the next day, the unlevel side was completely down. We ended up moving it to our deck. It’s fine now. I recommend buying accessories to help keep this pool clean. I bought 1 inch chlorine tabs and a bobber to hold them in, a small hand skimmer and pool cover. I also bought a pack of magic erasers to clean the bottom of the pool. All these items, and cleaning daily, allows me to keep the water in the pool for about a week at a time. If you’re looking for a low maintenance pool, either don’t buy this or just replace the water daily. It’s not recommended to just leave the water for days without cleaning. As stated above, you’ll need a pretty hefty air pump to really blow this thing up so it’s tight and secure, and so it doesn’t take you forever. I watched some YouTube videos and people recommend using their leaf blower. Seemed to work nicely in their videos. I just used an industrial dust blower and it blew up the pool within seconds. I also recommend laying a tarp underneath to avoid anything on the ground from puncturing the pool.Overall, my husband and I really enjoy this pool despite its flaws. For $25, I’m not going to complain too much. Even if it only lasts a few weekends over the summer, it’s worth the money. It’s perfect for those hot summer days when you just want to relax with a tasty beverage and cool off.

Easy to manage and set up. Great size for relaxing and cooling off when it’s just so hot. The shape is nice and the bench is what really made me want this. Game changer. It’s super comfortable and relaxing for bird watching in my backyard.We got a chlorine dispenser, chlorine tablets, skimmer and pool test strips for the maintenance of our pool. We didn’t want to empty the pool all the time, so after talking with a friend with a large pool I was advised to buy the chlorine dispenser and then put the tablet in it. I tested the pool the next morning and it’s perfect. The pool is crystal clear and we keep it covered when not in use. We do not have it under or around any trees, so that really helps keeps it perfect temperature from the sun and keep debris out. Very happy with this pool and if you just want to relax and cool off, that’s what we use it for.