INTEX Metal Frame 12 ft x 30 in Above Ground Pool Set, Round Swimming Pool with Steel Frame, 530 GPH Cartridge Filter Pump, and Type A Filter Cartridge

This was a great pool for us all last summer. It was easy to put up and take down by myself and it was very sturdy. We will definitely put it up again this year. It was the perfect size for my daughter and I to lounge around and cool off, and the filter did a great job keeping up.

GREAT POOL but I learned a few things the hard way so heed my warning! I bought this pool last summer. It was my first above-ground pool so I was inexperienced and I was impatient and put it up quickly. We put sand to level the low spots and installed the pool, which was super easy, and put the legs on cement pavers. Mistake! The sand shifted due to the weight of the water and caused some of the pavers to move a bit under the edge of the pool, causing a small pinhole, and the pool ended up a couple of inches unlevel anyway. I also saw all of the comments/reviews about upgrading the pump but didn't do that. The pump worked ok so I didn't bother, and again I was impatient and eager to get swimming. We patched the small pinhole and kept swimming until I took the pool down for winter. It takes about 30-45 minutes for my husband and I to put up and take down and we didn't want to mess with chemicals all winter or deal with winterizing (and I knew I needed a better ground leveling anyway). THIS YEAR I started early and paid someone to dig down (as little as necessary) to create a flat level circle where we wanted the pool. We put down a liner and installed the pool. We then used the cement pavers to put the legs on but dug them down so they were level with the ground. THIS IS WHAT I SHOULD HAVE DONE LAST YEAR AND I ENCOURAGE OTHERS TO DO THE SAME AND DON'T TAKE SHORTCUTS. I also noticed the pump that came with the pool isn't doing as well this year. It's weak and barely pulls things into the skimmer (purchased separately and also highly recommended). I purchased the upgraded pump. WOW - What a difference!!! I should have purchased it last year. It looks exactly the same as the pump that comes with the pool but is slightly larger but SO MUCH STRONGER! I can actually SEE the water moving around the entire pool and debris actually being 'sucked' into the skimmer. Recommended additional purchases: ***Upgraded Pump: Intex Krystal Clear Cartridge Filter Pump for Above Ground Pools, 1000 GPH Pump Flow Rate, 110-120V with GFCI (uses same tubes, connections as pump that comes with pool) ***Skimmer: Intex Deluxe Wall-Mounted Swimming Pool Surface Automatic Skimmer | 28000E ***Vaccum: POOLWHALE Portable Pool Vacuum Jet Underwater Cleaner W/Brush,Bag,4 Section Pole of 48"(No Garden Hose Included),for Above Ground Pool,Spas,Ponds & Fountains ***Extras needed: Skimmer socks, Chlorine Floater, 3" Chlorine Tablets, Pool Net, 7 in 1 pool water test strips. Notes for new pool owners: If you take a sample of your water to your local pool store, they will test it and tell you exactly what and how much of which chemicals you need to add. They will need to know that it's an above-ground pool and the size of it. You will learn to use the water testing strips to check every few days (once a week maybe) and when you see something off, you know it's time to take another sample to the pool place. And you also will start to learn what and how much you need to add on your own to maintain levels. Hope this helps other newbies like me!

We purchased this above-ground pool at the start of summer, and it’s easily been the best investment of the season. Setup was surprisingly straightforward—it took about 1 hour by myself. Instructions were a little difficult to read but had QR code for video. Video instructions were very easy to follow!. The frame is sturdy and feels durable, even with several kids splashing around. The pool is deep enough for a refreshing dip and spacious enough for floaties and pool games. The filter system included works well. The materials seem built to last, and we’re confident it’ll hold up for many summers to come. Highly recommend for families or anyone looking to beat the heat without the cost of an in-ground pool.

The only reason I'm not giving this 5 stars is because I was somewhat disappointed at how short 30" really is. The photos are a little deceiving in that a grown man cannot stand up in this pool and have the water come to his hips. I'm 6' tall and the water doesn't even come up to my hips. I have small kids and this is mainly for them so its not a big deal, just something to be aware of. You can't really swim in this pool due to the shallow depth. I think of it more like a large hot tub with cold water. Its a nice option to have in a small back yard, we put ours on pavers with some outdoor carpet underneath. The frame is easy to assemble and seems well made. The liner seems good and sturdy. The filter pump that comes with this pool seems a little underpowered to me, but I upgraded that to a saltwater kit anyway which was also more powerful. Overall its a great kit, easy to setup, a nice option for a small yard and the price on Amazon is very good! It shipped fast and I can't really find much to complain about. A few observations or tips for others who might get this pool. First, make sure you absolutely triple check for rocks or other intrusive objects where you plan to put the pool. We double checked and swept and still managed to end up with two small rocks that ended up under the liner. They aren't sharp fortunately and won't damage the liner, but I sure wish we had checked a third time! Second, try to get the ground as level as possible. In my small yard it wasn't possible to put the pool on a totally level area, so there is a bit of an issue because we put the shallower end near where the water return hose connects, so the water level doesn't cover it as much as I would like. This made it difficult to leave the hoses just sitting there, since the weight of the water in the hoses makes the angle of the water return shoot upwards towards the surface. So if you are going to end up unlevel, make sure you put your hose ports on the deep end not the shallow end. The angle on my pool isn't drastic, but its just enough to create an inch or two difference between the two opposing sides of the pool. Also one last thing, when you start filling the pool, once you have an inch or less of water in the bottom, you should get someone inside the pool and iron out wrinkles. If you don't, you will end up like my pool and have creases all along the bottom of the pool. It would be better to stretch out the liner as much as you can. I did pull it out at the edges, but then I just let the water fill it and walked away. It isn't a functional problem, just something to be aware of.

I bought this for my kids who are 7, 8 and 15. It was a perfect size to fit us all. The water is only 2 - 2 and a half feet high. But it was perfect for when my 3 and 5 year old nieces came over. It was pretty easy to put together by myself but 2 people would probably be easier. The water filter works really well but I would recommend buying extra replacement filters and hosing the current one down every week.

love this pool , the only thing I noticed is the top rail (pipes ) tend to mark up a bit if you hit them with a leave net. Also when disassembling, the liner sticks to the pipes and you have to break the seal (use a long thin pole or rod )to release the liner to take the pool apart otherwise a great pool

I bought this to replace my 8’ pool. This pool is exactly what I wanted! Perfect size for my patio and took half hour to set up. I love the look of it and it is much more durable than the one I had with the blow up ring.

Intex is the best pool ever. During Covid our pool had issued and we had to buy another brand which was okay but nothing beats the toughness of an intex pool . So many improvements this year too with them.

Set up yesterday, Very poor shipping or manufacturer, 4 holes on the wall. Very disappointed with this product and to big and bulky to try and ship back,HUGE DISAPPOINTMENT, DONT WASTE YUR MONEY ON THIS GARBAGE.