Balance Recovery 1-Person Ice Bath kit vs Eira Therapy EIRA Ice Bath

Balance Recovery 1-Person Ice Bath kit, all-in-one with built-in chiller — Image: Balance Recovery

Eira Therapy EIRA Ice Bath, all-in-one with built-in chiller — Image: Eira Therapy

Two cold plunge tubs side by side: Balance Recovery 1-Person Ice Bath kit at £3,999 and Eira Therapy EIRA Ice Bath at £4,799. Prices and specifications checked against each maker's page, last on 26 September 2026.

Quick answer: On the published data the Balance Recovery 1-Person Ice Bath kit comes out ahead: it costs £800 less (20% cheaper), and it holds more water (470 L against 400 L), useful if you are tall or want room to move.

Choose the Balance Recovery 1-Person Ice Bath kit if

it costs £800 less (20% cheaper)
it holds more water (470 L against 400 L), useful if you are tall or want room to move

Choose the Eira Therapy EIRA Ice Bath if

Nothing in the published data puts it ahead.

	Balance Recovery 1-Person Ice Bath kit	Eira Therapy EIRA Ice Bath
UK price	£3,999	£4,799
Type	All-in-one with built-in chiller	All-in-one with built-in chiller
Capacity	470 L	400 L
Includes chiller	Yes	Yes
Minimum temperature	Not stated	3C
Heating	Yes	Yes
Material	Thermo-pine exterior, fibreglass interior, PUR insulation	316 stainless steel interior, powder-coated aluminium cabinet, composite top
Insulation	Not stated	Not stated
Chiller capacity	1 HP	Not stated
Dimensions	1040 dia x 1050 h mm	1800 x 730 x 750 (internal 1150 x 640 x 680) mm
Weight (empty)	70 kg	Not stated
Voltage	Not stated	230V 13A plug
Filtration	Not stated	Built-in micron filter + UV sanitation
Outdoor use	Not stated	Yes
App control	Not stated	No
Warranty	2 years	2 years
Tested by us	No	No
Where to buy	Check price at Balance Recovery	Check price at Eira Therapy

Buying facts

	Balance Recovery 1-Person Ice Bath kit	Eira Therapy EIRA Ice Bath
Price per litre of capacity	£8.51	£12.00
Where the seller is based	South Tyneside	Anglesey, Wales

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Price history

From	Balance Recovery 1-Person Ice Bath kit	Eira Therapy EIRA Ice Bath
26 Sept 2026	£3,999	£4,799
8 Sept 2026	Not tracked yet	£4,799

Each row is a date one of the two prices changed; last checked 5 Oct 2026.

What the numbers say

On price, the Balance Recovery 1-Person Ice Bath kit is £800 cheaper than the Eira Therapy EIRA Ice Bath (£3,999 against £4,799 in the UK at the time of writing).

Capacity: Balance Recovery 1-Person Ice Bath kit 470 L, Eira Therapy EIRA Ice Bath 400 L (advantage Balance Recovery 1-Person Ice Bath kit).

We have not tested either unit ourselves, so this comparison is built from the makers' specifications, UK pricing and owner feedback; each product page says the same.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Balance Recovery 1-Person Ice Bath kit or the Eira Therapy EIRA Ice Bath cheaper?

The Balance Recovery 1-Person Ice Bath kit is cheaper at £3,999, £800 less than the Eira Therapy EIRA Ice Bath at £4,799, on the UK prices we last checked.

Which holds more water, the Balance Recovery 1-Person Ice Bath kit or the Eira Therapy EIRA Ice Bath?

The Balance Recovery 1-Person Ice Bath kit: about 470 litres against 400 litres.

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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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