Edge Theory Labs Ice Bath Review – The Best Inflatable Cold Tub On the Market?

Initially, I thought the Edge Theory Labs Ice Bath would just another inflatable tub with a chiller unit thrown on. How wrong I was. This ice bath tub is really one of the most economical, functional and affordable ice bath tubs I have come across.

The Edge Theory Labs cold plunge tub is where portability meets functionality in the ice bath space. They have created a really great combination of a tub that can pack down into the carry bag included and a chiller unit that can be transported in the back of a car.

The whole setup of the Edge Theory tub takes about 20-30 minutes to unpack, pump up and connect the pipes and fill the tub with water. On top of that, it takes about 2-3 hours to get the water down to the minimum temperature. This is pretty cool that you can take it any location that has water supply and a plug and have cold plunge on demand.

Something that stands out that a lot of people wonder about the Edge Theory tub is how solid it pumps up. This thing gets rock hard, seriously. The tub is designed from a super durable plastic and features and inner shell that makes it resistant to puncture and gives it the feel of a solid tub when fully inflated. It is very similar to those inflatable paddle boards that can pump up super solid to withstand swell and waves.

The tub itself comes in a few different sizes which gives you the option to buy for a single plunger and for use by multiple people at one time which is handy as a setup for sporting teams for use after a match. Sure, this tub is also more than suitable for people who are looking to buy a cold plunge tub setup for home, as it can be inflated and left in your desired cold plunge spot like the garage or porch.

What else stands out about the Edge Theory Labs ice bath is the customer experience they have going on. On the Edge Theory Labs website they have a whole bunch of instructional videos, after purchase care instructions, setup instructions, ice bath protocols and have even started a community cold plunge group called the Legends Circle. They provide a space to explore the applications of cold immersion including the science, social connection and the best ways to engage with cold therapy through breathing and movement.

Edge Theory Warranty

Product warranty is where many brands fall short. Unfortunately, this is also an area that Edge Theory Labs lacks, with only a one year warranty period. This one year warranty covers both the inflatable tub and the chiller unit. We truly believe that when spending thousands of dollars on a product like this, the warranty period should definitely be more than one year, but hey, the Edge Theory Labs price point somewhat matches its supplied warranty.

In addition to the warranty, Edge Theory Labs also offers a 30 day no-hassle returns on their ice bath tub which gives you the peace of mind to try it out and return if it does not fit your needs or is not quite what you expected.

The only thing worth mentioning about your warranty is that it is really easy to void your warranty should you not practice the right product care procedures with your tub. The filtration unit should be replaced at the correct schedule which is about every week for commercial use and every 2-3 weeks for daily individual use. 

Edge Theory labs also provide some simple instructions with water sanitation protocols for when you setup up the tub and water testing to let you know when you should replace the filter. Unlike many brands, Edge Theory actually include a water sanitation kit included with each purchase as well as hand skimmer net to keep the small particle out of the filter and extend filter life.

Edge Theory Chiller Unit

Many people want to know the temperature range of the Edge Theory Labs Ice Bath. The Edge Theory tub has one single variety of chiller unit which is a hot and cold capable chiller and has a temperature range of between 37 degrees F and 107 degrees F (3C-42C).

The chiller unit specs do not change between the small and large sized options the power specs stay the same. The chiller unit offers 1HP of power which is more than a big majority of some of the other commercial tubs on the market like the Morozko Forge and Cold Plunge. This power allows a full tub of room temperature water to be chilled down to the minimum or maximum temperature in about 3 hours. Not that to change the water from its minimum to maximum temperature or visa versa takes about 12 hours so it is not super easy to cycle between hot and cold.

The chiller unit is the heaviest part of the whole setup and weighs in at 25 lbs (11kg). The chiller unit does not fit into the carry bag but is pretty light weight to move around and also features the two bars at the top for easy handling.

Edge Theory gives you the option to buy the chiller unit separately for $4490, if you already have a cold plunge tub and just need a chiller or cooling unit. Similarly, you can also just buy the tub with no chiller unit for $990 by itself. There are some other extras like filter replacements, protection mat, sanitation kits and electric air pump that can be purchased too.

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