A home cold plunge with a chiller costs $4,199 to $9,499 at Distinct Picks, and the tubs alone start at $799. The chiller is the main decision: it holds the water anywhere from 37 F to 85 F without bags of ice, so choose the tub for your space and the chiller for how often you plunge.
Cold plunge tubs compared: size, build and price
Every Dynamic Cold Therapy tub comes as Just the Tub or with a 0.8 HP or 1.0 HP chiller. Specs are from each product page and prices as they were in our store on November 5, 2026.
| Tub | Just the tub | With 0.8 HP chiller | With 1.0 HP chiller | Build | Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inflatable Round | $799 | $4,199 | $4,399 | Drop stitch PVC, insulated | 40" wide x 28" tall |
| Inflatable Oval | $799 | $4,199 | $4,399 | Drop stitch PVC, insulated | 52" long x 32" wide x 28" tall |
| Oval Barrel (50-P) | $2,299 | $5,599 | $5,799 | Pacific Cedar | 30" wide x 34" tall |
| PVC Barrel | $2,899 | $6,199 | $6,399 | Pacific Cedar outside, PVC inside, built-in seat | 42" wide x 39.5" tall |
| Barrel 304 Stainless | $3,299 | $6,599 | $6,799 | Pacific Cedar outside, 304 stainless inside, built-in seat | 42" wide x 39.5" tall |
| CUBOID Plastic | $4,999 | $8,499 | $8,799 | Nano-coated stainless cabinet, PVC inside | 50" x 30" x 31.5" |
| CUBOID 304 Stainless | $5,499 | $8,799 | $8,999 | Nano-coated stainless cabinet, 304 stainless inside | 50" x 32.5" x 31.5" |
| CUBOID 304 Stainless XL | $5,999 | $9,299 | $9,499 | Nano-coated stainless cabinet, 304 stainless inside | 55" x 32.5" x 31.5" |
Browse them all in Cold Plunge & Chillers.
Do you need a chiller?
A tub without a chiller works, but you cool it with ice before each session. A chiller turns the tub into something you can use on a whim: it holds the temperature you set, down to 37 F or up to 85 F, runs two-stage filtration with 20 micron filters and sanitizes the water with automated ozone. You control it from the splash-proof touch screen or from your phone with the Tuya Smart app. It plugs into a standard 120V outlet with a built-in GFCI, so there is no electrician visit.
0.8 HP or 1.0 HP?
Size the chiller to the water. The 0.8 HP is rated for plunges up to 135 gallons and cools about 1 to 3 F every 30 minutes; the 1.0 HP is rated up to 150 gallons and does the same in about 20 minutes. Actual speed depends on the room or outdoor temperature and how much water is in the tub. On every tub the 1.0 HP costs $200 to $300 more than the 0.8 HP.
Basic or Premier Edition chiller?
If you already have a tub, the chillers are sold on their own. The Basic Edition ($3,299 for 0.8 HP, $3,499 for 1.0 HP) and the Premier Edition ($3,499 for 0.8 HP, $3,699 for 1.0 HP) share the same 37 to 85 F range, app control, ozone and filtration. The Basic Edition has a heavier housing and comes with two replacement filters; the Premier Edition is the smaller unit and comes with one. Both carry a 1 year warranty with lifetime product support.
Which tub fits your space?
- Inflatable (Round or Oval): sets up with the included pump, deflates for storage or travel, and comes with an anti-slip mat and carry bag. The Oval is 52 inches long, so you can stretch out.
- Cedar barrel: the Oval Barrel is the compact one-person tub at 34 inches tall, easier to step into. The PVC and stainless Barrels are 42 inches wide with a built-in seat and a cedar step.
- CUBOID: a squared-off tub with a nano-coated stainless steel cabinet made for outdoor weather, a cedar step, and a PVC or 304 stainless interior. The XL adds 5 inches of length.
Every tub comes with a custom cover with child safety latches and a 1 year warranty. Place it on a level surface you can drain, since a full tub is heavy to move. Curious what the research says about cold water? Read Cold Plunge Benefits: What the Research Actually Says.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a cold plunge cost?
At Distinct Picks a home cold plunge with a chiller costs $4,199 to $9,499, depending on the tub and the chiller size. The tubs on their own cost $799 to $5,999, and a chiller bought separately costs $3,299 to $3,699.
Do I need a chiller for a cold plunge?
No, but without one you cool the water with ice before every session. A chiller holds the water at the temperature you set, from 37 F to 85 F on our Dynamic Cold Therapy units, filters it and sanitizes it with ozone, so the tub is ready whenever you are.
How cold can a home cold plunge get?
With a Dynamic Cold Therapy chiller, down to 37 F. The same chillers can also heat the water up to 85 F.
How cold should a cold plunge be?
There is no single right number. Because the chiller can be set anywhere from 37 F to 85 F, you can start at a temperature you find manageable and lower it over time. If you have a medical condition or are pregnant, talk to your physician before you start.
Should I get the 0.8 HP or the 1.0 HP chiller?
Go by the volume of water. The 0.8 HP chiller is rated for plunges up to 135 gallons and the 1.0 HP for up to 150 gallons. The 1.0 HP also cools faster, about 1 to 3 F every 20 minutes against every 30 minutes for the 0.8 HP. Not sure about your tub? Call us and we will match it.
Does a cold plunge chiller need special wiring?
No. Both Dynamic Cold Therapy chillers plug into a standard 120V outlet and have a built-in GFCI.
Can a cold plunge go outside?
The tubs can be set up indoors or outdoors on a level, drainable surface, and the CUBOID cabinets are nano-coated stainless steel built for outdoor weather. The chillers are rated for indoor use or covered outdoor placement, so give the chiller a roof.
Keep reading
- Cold Plunge Tubs: every tub, with or without a chiller.
- Cold Plunge Chillers: the Basic and Premier Edition chillers on their own.
Every order ships free and insured to the lower 48 states, you have 30 days to return, and you get the manufacturer's warranty, with any warranty claim handled by us. Financing is available at checkout on eligible orders. Not sure which model fits? Call 855-772-2008 (Monday to Friday, 9 to 6 Eastern) or email support@distinctpicks.com.
Written by the Distinct Picks team. Published November 5, 2026; prices and specs checked live in our store and on each product page that day.