AudaciaGo XXL Inflatable Plunge

Should you buy the AudaciaGo XXL Inflatable Plunge?

The AudaciaGo XXL Inflatable Plunge is for a taller user who wants to sit with legs out and does not mind buying ice, or adding a chiller later. At $345.95 it ranks #7 of 10 in our Saunas & Cold Plunges category. If floor space is tight, The Cold Pod 85-Gal Tub costs $149.99. For $103.05 more, the 1stplunge 148-Gal Tub + Chiller Kit includes the chiller.

Where it earns its score

• Room to stretch out. At 59 inches long it is the longest tub here, so most users can sit with legs extended.
• A lid that stays put. Four clamps lock the insulated lid, which also keeps leaves and debris out when the tub lives outdoors.
• Packs away. The included air pump inflates it in under five minutes, and it deflates into a carry bag.
• Chiller-ready. Inlet and outlet ports let you add a chiller later instead of buying ice.

What to know first

• Warranty is the lowest factor at 40. The listing gives no warranty terms, which matters more for an inflatable, where one leak can end its life.
• Check with your doctor first. If you have a heart condition, are pregnant or take medication that affects heat or cold tolerance, talk to your doctor before any cold plunge.
• Capacity is unclear. The title says 216 gallons and the spec table says 140; go by the 59 x 31.5 x 29.5-inch outer size instead.

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