Above-ground pools are much less costly, take up less space and, best of all, can be temporary. Having a pool shouldn’t mean spending tens of thousands of dollars, so check out some of our favorite cheap above-ground pools for summertime.

Bestway Steel Pro Max Pool Set—$549. 99Intex 32 Foot by 16 Foot by 52 Inch Ultra Xtr Rectangular Pool Set—$1,573. 26Summer Waves Elite Premium Frame Above-Ground Pool—$344. 49Member’s Mark Elegant Family Pool—$29. 98Bestway 12 Foot by 30 Inch Steel Pro Max Round Above Ground Swimming Pool Kit—$334. 83Intex Mini Frame Kiddie Swimming Pool—$29. 99Chad Valley 8. 5 Foot Family Swim Centre Paddling Pool—$48. 70Galvanox Inflatable Pool—$79. 95

Best Cheap Above Ground Swimming Pools

Bestway Steel Pro Max Pool Set

Intex 32 Foot by 16 Foot by 52 Inch Ultra Xtr Rectangular Pool Set

Intex is one of the most respected and popular above-ground pool brands, and luckily, its 32 foot by 16 foot by 52 inch Ultra Xtr Rectangular Pool Set is now on sale. Though it typically retails for $4,069.99 at Walmart.com, it’s marked down to $1,573.26. Yes, it’s on the more expensive end of the spectrum, but snagging a pool this big for under $2,000 is definitely something to write home about. Besides the markdown, here’s what else we love about it: Intex Krystal Clear sand filter pumps, high-quality filtration and relatively low maintenance. It’s also huge, which is a big plus if you have the space.

Buy at Walmart.

Summer Waves Elite Premium Frame Above-Ground Pool

For under $500, you can get the Summer Waves Elite Premium Frame Above-Ground Pool and beat the heat all summer long. The frame itself is 14 feet by 42 inches, and it comes with a filter pump, cover and ladder, as well as a mosaic-tile print liner.

Member’s Mark Elegant Family Pool

This two-tier Member’s Mark Elegant Family Pool isn’t just for swimming and splashing around! Kids may enjoy the traditional water play, but grown-ups will also love that this pool—which is under $30, by the way, and features two seats with backrests. You know what that means, Mama—grab the margaritas and jump on in!

Buy at Sam’s Club.

Bestway 12 Foot by 30 Inch Steel Pro Max Round Above-Ground Swimming Pool Kit

If you’re looking for an above-ground pool that’s not a turquoise blue eyesore, this 12 foot by 30 inch swimming pool from Bestway is a great option. This pool has a 4.1-star rating (out of a possible five) and 1,688 reviews. It comes with a stone print on its exterior to blend into your yard. It’s also affordable and durable: It’s made with a steel frame that makes it a sturdier choice than any inflatable.

Intex Mini Frame Kiddie Swimming Pool

A more low-key Intex option is the brand’s Mini Frame Kiddie Swimming Pool, which retails for just $29.99. Recommended for kids ages 6 and up (always with adult supervision, of course), it’s 48 inches by 48 inches wide and 12 inches high and features foam-padded horizontal beams. Easy to construct (and also, to deconstruct if need be), buying this Intex is inexpensive, easy and, most importantly, not that big of a commitment if you ever want to take it down. You can think of it as one step above an inflatable.

Buy at Best Buy.

Chad Valley 8.5 Foot Family Swim Centre Paddling Pool

Inflatable more your speed? This paddling pool from U.K. company Argos is a fan-favorite with nearly 4,000 reviews on its website. Not only is it family size, it’s also rectangular with extrawide walls, so everyone can enjoy splashing (or lounging) around on a hot day. This pool takes 13 minutes to inflate, 23 minutes to fill and at capacity, can hold about 250 gallons of water. It’s also really simple to deflate and store once the colder weather rolls around. One happy customer wrote, “Having a strange and challenging shape to my garden, I decided to go for a rectangular pool. It’s perfect as it sits away in the corner, unlike a round one which comprises your space. This is loved by my daughters…. Not too deep and not to shallow.”

Buy at Argos.

Galvanox Inflatable Pool

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