Intex or Bestway Pool. Which Would I Buy Again?

[@hassanbosaleh6527]

Size 1:07 1:42 size Cost 2:08 2:27 set up 2:52 durable 3:10 clip 3:42 valve 3:57 return port 4:20 tubing same 4:56 advantages 5:08 bestway 5:24 pump 5:54 filter 6:09 pool cover intex 7:18 drain

[@BeaverChats]

Thanks this helped a lot!

[@judyhoward-bath347]

We just bought a pool after watching your videos. Thankyou so much. The videos have been so helpful and informative.

[@danieldorval4115]

I just picked up the 20' x 12' x 48" Bestway pool at my local Costco for $499...that's a significant price difference compared to the Intex.

[@raeenashams9333]

How's the bestway pools performance? And quality? You think it's going to last long enough for its price?

[@SaltMinerOU812]

That sounds like a good deal that includes your pump I'm assuming and filter?

[@thisbeem2714]

Hello- I have been looking for a review between these two brands! I am looking at much smaller pools so some of the things are very different. First, all of my smaller pools (bought the easy set, looking to get a frame pool this time) but all the clamps have been the plastic ones and not the nice metal ones. I don't mind the plastic ones. Also the pumps that come with the 10x30 pools on intex only move 330 gallons at a time. I think the 12-30 also comes with a pump that is not strong enough for the amount of water. I inherited a bigger pump and it works much better. That info is for anyone looking for the smaller versions and is only my experience buying the pools as well as researching. All of that said, I have been looking for a review between these two brands and this is the first one I have found. VERY grateful. Thank you.

[@slaviapolandia7541]

Thank you so much for the video. I'm in Norway and the difference between the Bestway and Intex pools of the same size was $100 (Intex being more expensive) but after watching your video, I went with Intex and I feel confident with that decision. Again, thanks!

[@scrambler69-xk3kv]

My Bestway steel pro max frame is rusting every where. Have had a number of pools and this is the first with rust issues.

[@natalierullmanward9137]

good to know I will be spraying clearcoat everywhere

[@markdavis3362]

I have an Intex that has had rust issues from the second year, now they have discontinued all parts and is now trash. Maybe neither are good.

[@KevW-z7z]

What part rusted?

[@markdavis3362]

@@KevW-z7z I've replaced 10 of the top horizontals and now I've got a tee that is bad. I'll probably have to fab something to get through the season and then just throw it in the trash. It is what it is, they are cheap shit and if you get 4-5 years out of one you have probably done pretty well. By the way, this last horizontal that went bad I had to get a piece of 2in OD exhaust pipe from an auto parts store and make one.

[@kimjimenez5572]

I purchased the Coleman best way 10×16×48 last year and within months my ladder was rusting Also spots on the frame to. Kind of regretting buying the Coleman. I'm goin to buy the intex 9×18×52 this year, does anyone know if it's ok to take this pool down end of summer & put back up every year? I'm new to owning the above ground pools

[@DGsKattKatt]

I have been researching pools for months because we're upgrading to a bigger one. I think we've made a decision. Thanks for this I'm exhausted mentally 😂😊😊😊

[@Sexydehlia]

Right? How do you like your choice?

[@Bng_Rp_]

@@Sexydehliait’s summertime I’m about to buy one 😭 hope it’s good

[@TG-fq6vy]

Which one which one did you choose?😂

[@KevW-z7z]

Don't tell us which you picked and why so it helps us decide....

[@captainreco4184]

One thing I would add is a shade canopy over the pool area. I vacationed to the Philippines and rented a private resort that we had our own private pools and with all the coconut trees and palm trees sprawling over the property it helped to keep the leaves out of the pools. There was literally nothing to take out of the pool. So that’s my plan. I will make my backyard an oasis with palm trees and everything.

[@cleopatrasgroove9319]

Thanks Dale this was so helpful!

[@wholenebaleba]

Worked well for filling up our pool. Water does run slower but works good as long as the sun is out.

[@paulgeary531]

Rural King is running a sale. I just bought the 12 x 24 x 48" deep, for $649. Today's date is 6/22/23

[@charismastartv]

Thank you for sharing! Big help!👏🏽

[@TaylorBoldt-lq9fw]

I got a bestway from Costco 18foot with a solar heater for 400 bucks. And I have knowledge of pools so I just changed out the hoses for very cheap prices and I don’t use the cover cause I have no trees and it’s in direct sun so it stays hit enough. One thing I will say is you should not tie down that intex cover becuase that vinyl will rip with storms and wind. Better off with a cover with loop holes for metal wire to go through.

[@branbeelotus]

Wow!!! Good price.

[@branbeelotus]

Does the pool warm nicely ?

[@flowergirl3438]

I just picked up a 16 foot round 48"tall Bestway pool for under $400 at BJ's. We're still leveling our sloped area but can't wait to have it up and running.

[@NmNm4all]

The Bestway is currently on sale ($100 off) at Costco... we just got ours in store for $649. Also, I wanted to mention that they have it online for $699.

[@YellowBoltTC]

I got it last year for 599 at costco

[@Larouge07]

How is it holding up?

[@NmNm4all]

@J. Emy it is holding up very well... we are enjoying it... I sat it up as a saltwater and got a better sand filter, though.

[@NmNm4all]

@@YellowBoltTC cool... now they are $549 at Costco warehouse

[@gersonarteaga7925]

​@@NmNm4allwhy and which one did you buy?

[@Notamy691]

I like Intex well we using the third year already it's still strong enough. Thank god

[@sousoulita]

Intex ❤

[@lanz637]

I agree with everything said in the video. I've had both. The Bestways cover is really a joke. I struggled to put it on each time. It disintegrated within a month. The 750 gph clearflow filter pump included was too weak to run even a hand help pool vacuum it failed and I couldn't get a replacement rotor. The hoses were 1.25" and each of them ruptured within a year. I fixed all those things by replacing them with Intex 2500 gph filter pumo running 1.5"hoses and so on. The worst thing is that the pool liner faded miserably. It's expensive to replace it.

[@mysteryboyee]

fyi, the bestway pump DOES have a timer, it's a few presets in increments of 2, you'll find it on the plug itself, or at least mine is like that (i have the bestway steel pro max 16'x48" round above ground pool kit)

[@psoukas]

When buying any of these rectangular or oval pools, is the advertised dimension include the buttresses or are the dimensions around the rim of the pool?

[@Darbokst]

no

[@MelaniaT-r6m]

I have a,ways been pleased with INTEX! Super high quality.

[@BBYxxSiNALOA]

Where did u buy the floor tarp were you tie the tarp to the top cover

[@Snowman59699]

I just bought 12x24 intex. I love my intex

[@WORLDTRAVELEDANDBACKAGAIN]

Great video! Actually, the best comparison I've seen 😊.

[@fishermans1friend]

Any idea how the rubber quality is in these pools? What about micro plastics and rubber softener which will get into the pool water?

[@WS-ge9zk]

Had a best way steel pro only lasted 2 seasons switched to intex this year

[@Melanie3581]

I like the Intex as well, I had a summer waves last year. It lasted the season and that’s it, if I would have set it up correctly. I may have had one more year. I am happy with the Intex I bought. I upgraded with the sand filter.

[@DGsKattKatt]

Do you have this one? We're about to upgrade from the Bestway as well so I'm really really liking this one!

[@Melanie3581]

@@DGsKattKatt mine is smaller

[@albertomorales9493]

Thanks.... I have spent months researching pools. Your video is helpful. I am trying to get a decent sized lap pool for exercise/swimming... I have seen your other videos too. Great job A+++ My options for a lap pool is either break the bank and spend over $1.000 to $1,500 or on the cheapo side of things is get the biggest pool I can buy for under $500, less over all expense and effort to maintain. So far the most I can get on the cheap side is an 18 foot round Coleman.... It is on sale now for close to $500. What would you recommend in this case? A few months ago I saw a pool about 31 or 32 foot for $1400 on amazon rectangle shape.... What do you think for lap swimming?

[@dalesbackyardofficial]

For lap swimming, I would get the largest you can. Intex does offer a 32x16 ft pool, but it does cost quite a bit more. Smaller pools would be difficult for lap swimming

[@vaskylark]

I agree with the previous poster. I have an inground pool (but if I sell my house I would probably buy an Intex as I've had their hottub and I liked it). I have a forty by twenty foot inground pool and doing laps is ok, but even it is not big enough. I feel like a couple strokes and I'm turning around. Go with longest lap lane you can get!

[@albertomorales9493]

@@vaskylark Thanks for reply. I have been swimming almost 7 days a week. Feel I am losing weight already! I ended u going with a 26 foot by 12 and 52 the Coleman . It was the biggest I could afford on a budget.... it worked out well, by the time I am swimming a lap and reach the other side, I am starting to get tired. So it worked out fine for me. This is a great channel. Appreciate all the advice and I am so very grateful. Yes if a 26 foot long is all you can afford go for it. I do agree the bigger the size of pool you can afford the better! I am happy with my purchase. In my case I feel if I would have gotten anything smaller it would have been a total waste of money for lap swimming. Daily I am doing 25 round trip laps. So far I have been able to swim 48 round trip laps ( which is my age) and I was super exhausted. talking about budget the pool cost me about $1,000 without including the cost of chemicals, or cleaning equipment.

[@TexasLocalProduce]

Aug. 2024 Intex 16' wide by 32' long rectangle for lap swimming is running in the $900's, I expect price to come down next month

[@regtomlinson]

What vacuum would you recommend? I've just bought the same pool as yours and about to set up. Would you also recommend converting to saltwater?

[@shanec508]

I live in Canada (read major winter) so I'm wondering if this is easy to set up/take down each summer without wrecking the vinyl or the supports or the other hardware?

[@westsenkovec]

Depends how careful you are. If you baby it, it will last longer. After all, it's mostly plastic. Out Intex pool is 15-16 years old. Parts need replacing so I'm looking to get a new one on sale for next summer. Setting it up and cleaning it is a two person job and it will take you an afternoon. It's important to put it away while it's still warm because once the rain starts in late August it's over. It will never dry out enough to be stored away, you'll catch a cold from standing in cold water while cleaning it etc. Keep in mind that the box these pools come in are huge and they weigh 100+ kg. It's best to get them delivered and you need a place to store them during winter without folding them too much. So about 1.5x1.5m of storage space.

[@alexg5513]

Good review of both, thanks for the upload

[@SNESVenom]

Where did you find that cover for the index?

[@Nick-qi4yf]

Its part of the pool

[@ADG-pl7ur]

What do you think about Coleman Power Steel?

[@penniesfromheavon]

We’ve had our Coleman pool for 7years and counting. (DO NOT get the one with portholes) but overall it’s the best of the options and we’ve tried them all. We did spray rust oleum on the poles etc after year 5 but we’ve had NO rust, no parts failure at all and we also have dogs who get in it with us from time to time. No matter which you get UPGRADE to a bigger sand filter than the pool calls for. 💯 we will always own a Coleman. (Our intex pool did last 3yrs) we also never take ours down it’s been up since the day we bought it (we’re starting yr 8 now)

[@JesterofGenocidee]

I bought mine a couple years ago and today was the day we decided to build it only to find out that it was missing the B polls! We bought this brand new from Walmart and no clue what to do

[@betaswitch1]

Seeing how it’s made by Bestway….

[@crochethooksandbooks]

​@@betaswitch1 didn't know that! Explains a lot!

[@Independent_minds_]

I have had two coleman 22x52” pools. While the coleman pools did there job I opted for a intex this year and there is no comparison. From the liner, hardware to the pool bracing and legs the intex is far superior. The intex xtr models comes with a sand filter whereas the coleman comes with a small terrible pump and cartridge filter which 90 percent people upgrade. So by the time u make upgrades tho the cheaper coleman you could have purchased a intex. If you have owned both you would understand. Even the astetics of the intex are better. Like the old adage goes, you get what you pay for.

[@cheeseymccheese7249]

Bestway from costco is returnable.....ever try and get parts for intex? Or replacement parts?

[@BARCtrooper01]

Hey quick question those support beams are added to the width of the pool? Or does it add to it that’s not including in it.

[@kimjimenez5572]

Hi Im finally goin to buy the intex 18×9×52 pool , i watched your video again to see if you would mention bout takin it down end of summer. Is it ok to take this pool down for the winter every Year?? My neighbors had her best way only last 3 years taking down & putting back up , other day she showed me hers is leaking already

[@rubystone6736]

Do you have to dismantle the intex pool or can it stay up during a New York winter?

[@pocket_0f_photos]

really appreciate this review, thanks

[@mandyshanks2327]

I wish you guys would go metric. This is dark ages sizing.

[@TexasLocalProduce]

hahaha. On the outside of the boxes all brands sold here in U. S., well none are labeled in Metric. Sorry.

[@YellowBoltTC]

I have a question I really want to get the 24x12x52 intex pool but I’m not sure it will fit in my area, do you know how far those legs on the ends measure

[@stayathomecichlidmom3579]

Need to add about 3ft all around for the legs.

[@sousoulita]

Merci

[@TG-fq6vy]

How tall are you? Just wondering for the comparison as you stand outside the pool

[@violetskyblue277]

Thank you so much for this video. I have been looking into getting a pool for over a year now and this video has helped me quite a lot. I want to do tether swimming so I would have a cable holding me into position while swimming and at first I thought of going with a very small pool but both the ones you showed are big and cost effective so I might get one of these sizes instead. Depends what I can find in the UK. A question about the ground. Before laying such a big pool with loads of weight on it due to the water, is it necessary to do some kind of soil research to make sure it doesn't cave in/collapse? or is it just me being anxious for no reason?

[@roanaene3008]

Can you please confirm, is the Intex pool made of one entire piece of liner? We bought the bestway one, and it looks like the sides are one liner and the bottom is a different liner and they're seamed together at the bottom. There's a bit of extra material at the bottom so a lot of leaves that have sunk or junk gets stuck between where these two liners meet and it's very annoying to clean. So I'm just curious if the Intex is one whole liner piece

[@dalesbackyardofficial]

They’re both made from multiple pieces

[@TheArchersTungsten]

My steel max pump came with a timer the small one. Is it an add on

[@cansee3628]

Hi can we ask for Your help? Our pool doesnt look good...

[@Brad.W]

The bigger intex pools come with a 3500 GPM pump that has the skimmer next to the pump like the bestway pump.

[@tobin100]

What kind of timer did you plug your best way pump into? I tired using a smart plug but I have to reset the GFCI on the plug each time.

[@jonathanvalencia909]

You need to remove the GFCI plug from the cord. Install a regular straight plug. It will work with your timer. if your outlet is GFCI it will still be protected.

[@carlt8188]

You should have gone with the 12x24x52" deep.

[@tylershipman3377]

do you know of an upgraded bestway cover?

[@penniesfromheavon]

COLEMAN is excellent!

[@laface100]

Hi, can this small sand filter handle the swimming pool? or should I go for a larger sand filter?

[@dalesbackyardofficial]

It does ok, but bigger is better when it comes to pool filters

[@flex_007]

Thanx for the very informative vid👍

[@stewvlogs5084]

Great video liked and subbed. Thank you

[@catw6998]

LoL, so where in the US is DadStuff located? East coast or west coast? If east coast, what state?

[@rondougherty5481]

my famaily got a best way from costco here in canada and i agree the pool cover is a joke can you show how to try and try to put it on right or what other cover is better for this pol, also you didn;t show that the drain on the end of the pool is to high up. also i did by some metal clamps use for hose on cars to replace the plastic ones, i had one connect to the pump was broken. Also another video on this pool says the plastic hose won't last more than two years can you get any good metal ones like the unbreakable hoses you have on your washing machine.

[@Cali4nian]

Intex seems like a better option

[@michaelbedard7859]

No salt water system?

[@smilkec]

we have intex pool for 10 years. still good, but time to update

[@thomaspresson1315]

Are there any upgrades you would purchase for them?

[@devenmeyer8801]

I have the intex skimmer that works great. Just ordered a bigger pool and will be doing the Hayward skimmer on it. Also, the saltwater system inTex sells is great! And always go for the sand filter pump.

[@TheGREY-sc4zg]

Intex Pools are better but the bestway filterpomp s are better 😊

[@catw6998]

Never heard of Bestway Pool. Tell me more with regard to having to use a plug. I want my pool on the opposite side of our outlet.

[@TexasLocalProduce]

Best way Pools is Coleman.

[@kristenalmonte1110]

Very Helpful!

[@NextGenNate]

Jist got the best way pool on sale for $550 at costco

[@conniebarber5473]

I like index better. My intex liner definitely lasted longer.

[@ranranlove4936]

Intex,3 years and still going

[@robertwadas]

The intex pump comes with the leaf filter like the one you showed for the other pool. I recommend the purchse of a larger filter, it makes a big difference,,, Also, so not use sand, use cotton balls for pool filtering and they are on LY $15 AT aMAZON. sO MUCH EASIER TO DEAL WITH, NOT SAND GETS IN POOL AND THEY WORK BETTER THAN SAND. tHEY ARE REUSEABLE. I have 2 sets that I switch out 1/2 way thru season and throw the ones I removed in wash machine to get ready for the next year ! I got mine many years ago and it was before they cqaught on and I got the 18' x 9' for $80. Since then, 5 identical pools were bought on my block. Some take down for the winter, I keep mine up all year. BUY A SOLAR COVER.. HELPS KEEP POOL CLEAN AND WATER AT NICE TEMP.

[@oseiowusuacheampong9394]

I can't cover my bestway pool. The cover is too small.

[@dalesbackyardofficial]

Yeah. It’s super tight. Have someone hold 1 side a couple inches over one side, while you stretch the other side over. Super tight, but it can be done.

[@melodywu419]

Thanks! I want to invite you to test our sand filter ground, can we work? How can I contact you? Let me know if possible. Thanks again.

[@markhutchinson8474]

I don't like how the are metric threads it sucks

[@pabtw8]

Metric is better is it not?

[@scrambler69-xk3kv]

The pumps that come with them are junk, I went with a Flo-Clear sand filter water stays much cleaner.

[@jay3251]

Can’t find it anywhere cheaper than $1300

[@anejglavan6905]

bestway 732x366 pool is 890 and intex is 1200 and even more expensive only if I have it for a long time, I hope the sky is leaking bestway

[@gonzalomaldonado2832]

👍

[@allenharris2549]

Aren’t Intex pools made by Bestway?? Pretty sure!

[@dalesbackyardofficial]

Nope. Seperate companies. Intex Recreation Corp and Bestway are competitors

[@y.m.i.n.6538]

Bestway is way better believe me ...

[@marissacruz3849]

How so?

[@GŁANCE000]

It does not seem you know what you are talking about.Bestway offers multiple sizes, multiple shapes ( including rectangular ) and multiple heights .You are comparing the wrong pools . Bestway is the way to go

[@dalesbackyardofficial]

I compared 2 very similar sizes. I don’t think you know what you are talking about

[@mdinatale12]

Thoes things are terrible. Get a real pool

[@dalesbackyardofficial]

🤣 Can I borrow $85,000?

[@SaltMinerOU812]

​@dalesbackyardoffic That's for an inground you can get above ground cheaper.