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Chill Tubs Essential Bath

Inflatable or portable tub by Chill Tubs. UK price £529 (RRP £699). Not tested by us

Chill Tubs Essential Bath, inflatable or portable tub
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Specifications

Type
Inflatable or portable tub
Capacity
498 L
Includes chiller
No
Material
Reinforced PVC (inflatable)
Insulation
Not stated
Dimensions
1550 x 850 x 650 mm
Weight (empty)
18 kg
Voltage
Not stated
Filtration
Not stated
Outdoor use
Yes
App control
No
Warranty
Not stated
Ships to UK
Yes

Price and where to buy

£529
UK retail price at last check, .

Check price at Chill Tubs

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What owners say

  • Chill Tubs scores 3.2 out of 5 on Trustpilot from 12 reviews; 2 of the newest 11 were 1 or 2 stars (brand-wide, checked ).

Price history

Unchanged at £529 since , across 5 checks of Chill Tubs's own store.

Our take

The Chill Tubs Essential Bath is an inflatable or portable tub sold in the UK at £529 (RRP £699).

Key specifications: 498 litre capacity, Reinforced PVC (inflatable) construction, no chiller included.

Its UK price has held steady across the 5 checks in our price history.

We have not tested this unit ourselves; the take below is built from the maker's specifications, the UK price and what owners report.

What to buy with it

  • Without a chiller this tub relies on tap water and ice. If you add one later, Chill Tubs sells the Mini Chiller at £1,020: it cools to 3C. Ask Chill Tubs to confirm it fits this tub's ports. Chill Tubs Mini Chiller
  • There is no filter on this tub, which means draining it often or treating the water. Bio Ouster 3-in-1 weekly cold plunge treatment (£48.86 at Amazon UK, 4.5 stars from 543 ratings)
  • On patio slabs, grit wears through a pod's base; a hot tub floor protector cushions it and adds a little insulation from the ground. Lay-Z-Spa 10-piece floor protector (£35.04 at Amazon UK, 4.4 stars from 6,666 ratings)

Lids, filters, water care and what not to buy: our cold plunge accessories guide.

Compare with alternatives

Notes from the manufacturer page: Bath-shaped inflatable, insulated with thermal lid; Mini Chiller compatible Specifications verified 2026-09-11.

Cold water immersion places real stress on the heart and circulation. Anyone with a cardiovascular condition, high blood pressure, a history of arrhythmia, or who is pregnant should speak to a doctor before using a cold plunge. Never plunge alone. Start with short sessions at mild temperatures and progress gradually. Read the full safety guide.

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