🏊 Best Pool & Backyard Products

These are the most recommended pool products based on feedback from our Above Ground Swimming Pools group members.

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Recommended POOLS

Intex 32’ x 16’ x 52" Ultra XTR Rectangular Frame Above Ground Swimming Pool with Sand Filter Pump, Cover, Ladder, and Ground Cloth

Intex 24' x 52" Ultra XTR Round Frame Above Ground Swimming Pool with Sand Filter Pump, Cover, Ladder, and Ground Cloth

Intex 18' x 9' x 52" Ultra XTR Rectangular Frame Swimming Pool Set with Pump - Above Ground Backyard Large Rectangle Pool with 45-Inch Deep Water

Intex 16' x 48" Ultra XTR Round Frame Above Ground Swimming Pool with Sand Filter Pump, Cover, Ladder, and Ground Cloth

Intex Ultra XTR Frame 18' x 52" Above Ground Swimming Pool with Sand Filter Pump, Ladder, Cover, & Maintenance Accessory Kit with Vacuum and Skimmer

Bestway Steel Pro MAX Frame Pool Set with Filter Pump, Diameter 305 x 76 cm, Light Grey, Round

Bestway Steel Pro MAX 14 Foot x 48 Inch Round Metal Frame Above Ground Outdoor Swimming Pool Set with 1,000 Filter Pump, Ladder, and Cover, Gray

Bestway Steel Pro MAX Frame Pool Set with Filter Pump, Diameter 305 x 76 cm, Light Grey, Round

Bestway Steel Pro MAX Frame Pool Set with Filter Pump, Diameter 305 x 76 cm, Light Grey, Round

Recommended FILTERS

XtremepowerUS 13" Sand Filter 3/4HP Pool Pump Max 2,400 GPH High-Flow for Above Ground Swimming Pool Set Multi-Port Valve Up To 10,000 Gallons

Intex C2500 Krystal Clear Cartridge Filter Pump for Above Ground Pools: 2500 GPH Pump Flow Rate – Improved Circulation and Filtration – Easy Installation – Improved Water Clarity – Easy-to-Clean

Intex SX2100 Krystal Clear Sand Filter Pump for Above Ground Pools: 2100 GPH Pump Flow Rate – Improved Circulation and Filtration – Easy Installation – Improved Water Clarity – Easy-to-Clean

XtremepowerUS High-Flo Sand Filter Pump System 12" Filter Tank 10,000 Gallons for Above Ground Pool 3/4HP Pool Pump 2400GPH Flow

XtremepowerUS 12" Sand Filter for Above-Ground Swimming Pools Max 2,400GPH 7-Way Multi-Port Valve Pool Pump Up to 10,000 Gallons Strainer Basket Set

XtremepowerUS 19" inch Sand Filter with Above Ground Pool Pump 1.5HP / 4500GPH Media System, 5-Way Valve

Intex 29002E Type A Pool Filter Cartridge Filter Pumps – Easy-to-Clean – Dacron Paper – Efficient Filtration – Two Pack

INTEX 29003E Type A Pool Filter Cartridge: For INTEX Filter Pumps – Easy-To-Clean – Dacron Paper – Efficient Filtration – Three Pack

Intex 29007E Type H Pool Filter Cartridge Filter Pumps – Easy-to-Clean – Dacron Paper – Efficient Filtration – Single Pack

POOLPURE PLF120A Pool Filter Replaces Hayward C1200, CX1200RE, Pleatco PA120, Ultra-B2, Unicel C-8412, Filbur FC-1293, Clearwater II 125, Waterway Pro Clean

U.S. Pool Supply 4 Pack of Universal Replacement Filter Cartridges, Type A or C - Compatible with Above Ground Swimming Pool Pumps Using Type A or C Filters - Provides Premium Clean Water Filtration

Recommended HEATERS

Hayward W3H150FDN Universal H-Series 150,000 BTU Natural Gas Pool and Spa Heater for In-Ground Pools and Spas

Hayward W3H200FDN Universal H-Series 200,000 BTU Natural Gas Pool and Spa Heater for In-Ground Pools and Spas

Hayward W3H250FDN Universal H-Series 250,000 BTU Natural Gas Pool and Spa Heater for In-Ground Pools and Spas

Hayward W3H400FDN Universal H-Series 400,000 BTU Natural Gas Pool and Spa Heater for In-Ground Pools and Spas

FibroPool Swimming Pool Heat Pump - FH120 20,000 BTU - for Above and In Ground Pools and Spas - High Efficiency, All Electric Heater - No Natural Gas or Propane Needed

FibroPool Swimming Pool Heat Pump - FH135 35,000 BTU - for Above and In Ground Pools and Spas - High Efficiency, All Electric Heater - No Natural Gas or Propane Needed

FibroPool Swimming Pool Heat Pump - FH270 70,000 BTU - for Above and In Ground Pools and Spas - High Efficiency, All Electric Heater - No Natural Gas or Propane Needed

FibroPool Swimming Pool Heat Pump - Full Inverter - FH235-i 35,000 BTU - for Above and In Ground Pools and Spas - High Efficiency, All Electric Heater - No Natural Gas or Propane Needed

FibroPool Swimming Pool Heat Pump - FH255 55,000 BTU - for Above and In Ground Pools and Spas - High Efficiency, All Electric Heater - No Natural Gas or Propane Needed

FibroPool Swimming Pool Heat Pump - Full Inverter - FH285-i 85,000 BTU - for Above and In Ground Pools and Spas - High Efficiency, All Electric Heater - No Natural Gas or Propane Needed

Recommended VACUUM

Dolphin Nautilus CC Supreme Wi-Fi Automatic Robotic Pool Vacuum Cleaner Includes Caddy and Classic Cover for Storage and Protection, Ideal for In-Ground Pools up to 50 FT

Dolphin (2025 Model) Liberty 200 Cordless Automatic Robotic Pool Vacuum Cleaner, Inductive Charging, Wall Climbing Scrubber, Ideal for In-Ground Pools up to 33 FT in Length

Dolphin Automatic Robotic Pool Vacuum Cleaner, Wall Climbing Scrubber Brush, Smart Navigation, Ideal for In-Ground Pools up to 50 FT in Length - Nautilus CC Plus Wi-Fi

POOL BLASTER Aqua Broom Cordless Vacuum for Spa, Small Pool & Tight Spaces, Ideal for Sand, Silt & Dirt, Battery-Powered Hot Tub Cleaner for Inground, Above-Ground and Inflatable Pools, by Water Tech

POOL BLASTER Max Cordless Pool Vacuum for Deep Cleaning & Strong Suction, Handheld Rechargeable Swimming Pool Cleaner for Inground and Above Ground Pools, Hoseless Pool Vac by Water Tech

POOL BLASTER Leaf Vac Cordless Hoseless Pool Leaf Vacuum & Skimmer, Battery-Powered

POOL BLASTER Catfish Ultra Rechargeable, Battery-Powered, Pool-Cleaner, Ideal for In-Ground Pools and Above Ground Pools for Cleaning Leaves, Dirt and Sand & Silt.

POOL BLASTER Centennial Rechargeable, Cordless Pool Vacuum - XL Capacity Handheld Pool Cleaner for Above Ground & In-Ground Pools for Leaves, Dirt and Sand & Silt - Battery-Powered Hoseless Design

POOL BLASTER Catfish Cordless Pool Vacuum for Quick, Efficient Cleaning, Handheld Rechargeable Hoseless Swimming Pool Cleaner for Hot Tub and Spa, Inground & Above Ground Pool Steps, by Water Tech

AIPER Cordless Automatic Cleaner, Pool Vacuum with Auto- Parking, Lightweight, Ideal for Above Ground Flat Pool up to 860 sq.ft. - GRAY

AIPER Scuba E1 Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaner, Advanced Filtration, Tri-Motor, ldeal for Above-Ground Pools up to 1,100 Sq.ft

AIPER Cordless Robotic Pool Vacuum, Self-Parking Technology, Portable, Ideal for Above-Ground Flat Pool up to 40 Feet, Grey

AIPER Cordless Automatic Cleaner, Pool Vacuum with Auto- Parking, Lightweight, Ideal for Above Ground Flat Pool up to 860 sq.ft. - WHITE

Hammer-Head Remora Portable Vacuum Kit

Recommended COVERS

Sun2Solar Blue 24 ft Round Pool Solar Cover | 1200 Series | Heat Retaining Blanket for Inground and Above Ground Swimming Pools | Harness The Sun's Energy to Heat Pool | Bubble Heating Blankets

Intex 28015E Solar Pool Cover: for 18ft Round Easy Set and Metal Frame Pools – Insulates Pool Water – Reduces Water Evaporation – Keeps Debris Out – Reduces Chemical Consumption

Winter Pool Cover for Above Ground Pools, 24’ Ft., Round Winter Aboveground Pool Cover, 8-Year Warranty, Includes Winch and Cable, Superior Strength & Durability, UV Protected

Robelle 5124-4 Ultimate Winter Pool Cover for Round Above Ground Swimming Pools, 24-ft. Pool

Sun Dome 24' Above Ground Swimming Pool Solar Cover Panel Heater Sundome

Pool Mate 351530-4PM Heavy-Duty Oval Winter Pool Cover, 15 x 30-ft. Pool

Pool Mate 3528-4PM Heavy-Duty Round Winter Pool Cover, 28-ft. Pool

Blue Wave Bronze 8-Year 24-ft Round Above Ground Pool Winter Cover

Recommended CLEANING

SWIM UNIVERSITY

The Pool Care Video Course

SWIM UNIVERSITY

The Pool Care Handbook

PoolRx

PoolRx Blue (original)

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PoolRx

PoolRx Black (original)

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PoolRx

Orange/White (with silver) (5K-7.5K gal)

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PoolRx

Red/White (with silver) (2.5K-5K gal)

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PoolRx

Blue/White (with silver) (7.5K-20K gal)

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PoolRx

Black/White (with silver) (20K-30K gal)

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PoolRx

Purple/White (with silver) (400-1K gal)

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PoolRx

Yellow/White (with silver) (100-400 gal)

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PoolRx

Pack: Black / White Unit and Black / White Booster (20K-60K gal)

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PoolRx

Pack: Blue / White Unit and Blue / White Booster (7.5K-40K gal)

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PoolRx

Blue/White Booster (with silver) (7.5K-20K gal)

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PoolRx

Black/White Booster (with silver) (20K – 30K gal)

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Intex Krystal Clear Saltwater System for Above-Ground Pools up to 15,000 Gallons

Intex Krystal Clear Saltwater System for Above-Ground Pools up to 15,000 Gallons

Intex Deluxe 800 GPH+ Wall-Mounted Swimming Pool Surface Automatic Skimmer

POOLWHALE Professional Pool Skimmer Net

Coopache 30-Pack of Pool Skimmer Socks - Filters Baskets, Skimmers Cleans Debris and Leaves

FROG Replacement Chlorine Cartridges for use with Flippin’ FROG Floating Sanitizer System - 4 Pack

Recommended ACCESSORIES

URINE DETECTOR

THE POOL CARE APP

Recommended FUN

URINE DETECTOR

THE POOL CARE APP