Kaldera Cold Therapy Plunge 550 XL vs The Pod Company Long Pod
Two cold plunge tubs side by side: Kaldera Cold Therapy Plunge 550 XL at £149 and The Pod Company Long Pod at £149. Prices and specifications checked against each maker's page, last on .
Choose the Kaldera Cold Therapy Plunge 550 XL if
- it holds more water (550 L against 480 L), useful if you are tall or want room to move
Choose The Pod Company Long Pod if
Nothing in the published data puts it ahead.
| Kaldera Cold Therapy Plunge 550 XL | The Pod Company Long Pod | |
|---|---|---|
| UK price | £149 | £149 |
| Type | Inflatable or portable tub | Inflatable or portable tub |
| Capacity | 550 L | 480 L |
| Includes chiller | No | No |
| Material | PVC with cross-braced steel frame | Nylon lining with integrated metal frame, 5-layer insulation |
| Insulation | Not stated | Not stated |
| Dimensions | Not stated | 1580 x 650 x 550 mm |
| Weight (empty) | Not stated | 8 kg |
| Voltage | Not stated | Not stated |
| Filtration | Not stated | Not stated |
| Outdoor use | Not stated | Yes |
| App control | Not stated | Not stated |
| Warranty | Not stated | 1 year |
| Tested by us | No | No |
| Where to buy | Check price at Kaldera Cold Therapy | Check price at The Pod Company |
Buying facts
| Kaldera Cold Therapy Plunge 550 XL | The Pod Company Long Pod | |
|---|---|---|
| Price per litre of capacity | £0.27 | £0.31 |
| Ice to cool from 15C to 8C, per plunge | 54 kg | 47 kg |
| Where the seller is based | Not stated | USA, UK storefront uk.podcompany.com |
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Price history
| From | Kaldera Cold Therapy Plunge 550 XL | The Pod Company Long Pod |
|---|---|---|
| Not tracked yet | £149 |
No tracked price has changed since 23 Sept 2026; last checked 5 Oct 2026.
What the numbers say
On price, The Pod Company Long Pod is £0 cheaper than the Kaldera Cold Therapy Plunge 550 XL (£149 against £149 in the UK at the time of writing).
Capacity: Kaldera Cold Therapy Plunge 550 XL 550 L, The Pod Company Long Pod 480 L (advantage Kaldera Cold Therapy Plunge 550 XL).
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
Which holds more water, the Kaldera Cold Therapy Plunge 550 XL or The Pod Company Long Pod?
The Kaldera Cold Therapy Plunge 550 XL: about 550 litres against 480 litres.
Do the Kaldera Cold Therapy Plunge 550 XL and The Pod Company Long Pod come with a chiller?
No. Both are cooled with ice or a separate chiller. Our ice calculator and chiller sizing calculator show what each option needs.
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- Kaldera Cold Therapy Plunge 550 XL: price, specs and verdict
- The Pod Company Long Pod: price, specs and verdict
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