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Chill Tubs Original vs Eira Therapy ALVA Smart Ice Bath
Two cold plunge tubs side by side: Chill Tubs Original at £4,499 and Eira Therapy ALVA Smart Ice Bath at £5,999.
| Chill Tubs Original | Eira Therapy ALVA Smart Ice Bath | |
|---|---|---|
| UK price | £4,499 | £5,999 |
| Type | All-in-one with built-in chiller | All-in-one with built-in chiller |
| Capacity | 400 L | 500 L |
| Includes chiller | Yes | Yes |
| Minimum temperature | 3C | 3C |
| Heating | Yes | Yes |
| Material | 316 stainless steel and aluminium | Rotomoulded plastic, anthracite grey |
| Insulation | Not stated | Not stated |
| Chiller capacity | Not stated | Not stated |
| Dimensions | 1800 x 750 x 730 mm | 1960 x 740 x 820 (internal 1210 x 640 x 750) mm |
| Weight (empty) | Not stated | Not stated |
| Voltage | 230V 13A plug | 230V 13A plug |
| Filtration | Ozone and filter | UV sanitation, micron filter, skimmer, 100 L/min programmable circulation |
| Outdoor use | Yes | Yes |
| App control | No | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 yr | 2 yr |
| Tested by us | Not yet | Not yet |
What the numbers say
On price, the Chill Tubs Original is £1,500 cheaper than the Eira Therapy ALVA Smart Ice Bath (£4,499 against £5,999 in the UK at the time of writing).
Capacity: Chill Tubs Original 400 L, Eira Therapy ALVA Smart Ice Bath 500 L (advantage Eira Therapy ALVA Smart Ice Bath).
Neither page here is a substitute for a hands-on test. Where we have used a unit, its product page says so and carries our verdict; where we have not, the comparison is built from specifications, UK pricing and owner feedback.
Read the full pages
- Chill Tubs Original: price, specs and verdict
- Eira Therapy ALVA Smart Ice Bath: price, specs and verdict
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