We tested the most popular Ice Baths of 2025 (Expert-Tested & Rated)

Which brand provides the ultimate value for your money? Read below to find out what our experts say.

All plunges reviewed are sold & available in the United States.

Summary: We dive into the most popular ice bath plunges of 2025 from reputable brands, to find out which ones give you the best bang for your buck.

Cold therapy has become very popular recently, for it's many science-backed health benefits. Whether you're an athlete seeking faster and better recovery, or just a regular person wanting to reap all the health benefits, cold plunging is for you!

  • Benefits include muscle recovery, mood & energy enhancement, improved sleep, stress relief, support weight loss, reduce chronic pain, among many other benefits.

1. IcePod + Pod Chiller

Winner
IcePod + Pod Chiller

IcePod + Pod Chiller

Rated 4.8/5
buy for $649
only $99 for a Pod
What I love:
  • Extra thick 5-layer insulation with sub zero technology
  • 20-micron filtration, clean water for 4+ weeks and cools water down to 39°F (3°C)
  • High strength UV-resistant nylon fabric
  • Free from BPA, phthalates & any other harmful chemical traces
  • Fits people up to 6ft9 (or 400lbs) comfortably
  • 15,000+ 5-star reviews
  • Up to 24 month warranty, 30 days test trial and returns policy
What could be better:
  • Sure, it doesn’t look like a high-end $10,000 plunge but does paying an extra $9,000 really make sense for your goals?
  • Only available for customers in the USA (for now)

2. Plunge

Runner Up
Plunge

Plunge

Rated 4.4/5
buy for $5,000
What I love:
  • Very sleek design
  • Built in Chiller
  • Free curbside delivery
  • Includes a phone holder
  • Free from BPA, phthalates & any other harmful chemical traces
What could be better:
  • Extremely expensive starting at $4,990, this is out of most people's price range
  • Long and complicated setup time, heavy and not moveable, arrive by truck and 3-4 people needed to move it
  • Includes delivery at home but does not include the set-up itself
  • Limited warranty, not all defects and issues covered. If the Chiller breaks then the whole unit needs replacing
  • Small selection of accessories & lots of maintenance required

3. Ice Barrel

Ice Barrel

Ice Barrel

Rated 2/5
buy for $1,199
What I love:
  • Upright barrel design some users prefer
  • BPA- and phthalate-free materials
  • Works if you specifically want a barrel aesthetic
What could be better:
  • Extremely expensive, even without a chiller
  • Chiller not included at ~$1,199 base price
  • No precise temperature control without a chiller; tougher progression
  • Not easily portable as it’s not compact, expensive to ship
  • Poor value per outcome: high price + ongoing ice costs for relatively modest wellness return
  • Bulky and not comfortable to use for some, you need to stand while plunging

4. Coldture

Coldture

Coldture

Rated 3.3/5
buy for $1,034
What I love:
  • Portable, easy-to-use tub design
  • Comfortable long form; outdoor-capable build
What could be better:
  • Pricier than comparable options (>$1,000)
  • It comes with an app (pretty cool) but it has intermittent performance, it's rated 1.5* on the App store
  • Heavy chiller, weighs 60+ pounds and is next to impossible to move/travel with
  • Inflatable tub could be prone to puncture or air leaks

5. DIY Tub

DIY Tub

DIY Tub

Rated 1.6/5
Not recommended
What I love:
  • Fun DIY project
What could be better:
  • Serious safety risk: electricity + water (shock hazard)
  • Requires pro skills: plumbing/electrical and many hours to build
  • Not home-friendly: bulky, industrial look
  • High upkeep: no built-in filtration
Winner
Ice Pod + Chiller
Ice Pod + Chiller
  • Extra thick 5-layer insulation with sub zero technology
  • 20-micron filtration, clean water for 4+ weeks and cools water down to 39°F (3°C)
  • High strength UV-resistant nylon fabric
  • Free from BPA, phthalates & any other harmful chemical traces
  • Fits people up to 6ft9 (or 400lbs) comfortably
  • 15,000+ 5-star reviews
  • Up to 24 month warranty, 30 days test trial and returns policy
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Rated 4.8/5

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