People are getting in freezing cold water, voluntarily. Yup! Your eyes don’t deceive you. What use to be reserved for recovering athletes, and torture chambers are now kind of trendy. Ice baths are growing in popularity for their well researched health benefits, including a decrease in inflammation and increased alertness. Here are some of the best portable ice baths available.
| Item | Diameter | Height | Weight | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toolzeen | 80cm (32 in) | 70cm (28 in) | 2kg (4.5 lbs) | $ |
| Kelixu | 70cm (27.6 In) | 70cm (27.6 In) | 2kg (4.5 lbs) | $ |
| Lumi Therapy | 80cm (32 in) | 75cm (29.5 In) | 3.6 kg (8 lbs) | $$ |
| WateBom | 79cm(31.5) | 65cm (25.5 In) | 3kg (7lbs) | $ |
Toolzeen Portable Foldable Tub
Diameter: 80cm (32in)
Height: 70cm (27.6 in)
Weight: 2kg lbs (4.5 lb)
Price: $
This tub assembles quick and easy with simple brackets and PVC. A three layered fabric is environmentally friendly, well insulated and wear resistant.
It’s spacious enough for someone my size (over 6ft) to enjoy a plunge with a diameter of 31 inches and height of 28 inches.
Tips: transport carefully, may tear.
KELIXU Portable Bathtub, Foldable Soaking
Diameter: 70cm (27.6in)
Height: 70cm (27.6 in)
Weight: 2kg lbs (4.5 lb)
Price: $
This thermal insulated tub keeps temperatures longer. Unlike other non-inflatable tubs, it easily folds down to slightly over an inch.
Reviewers say it’s not as suitable for larger people and would be challenging to submerge the entire body.
Lumi Therapy
Diameter: 80cm (32in)
Height: 75cm (29.5 in)
Weight: 3.6kg lbs (8 lb)
Price: $
Whereas the other products on the list are marketed as a hot or cold soaking tub, this tub is specifically made for ice baths.
The ‘Lumi Recovery Pod’ is one of the original, best and only fully-portable ice bath. It offers an easy-to-clean inner lining with antibacterial coating and Polyester fabric strengthened rip-protective exterior. It also comes with an optional lid, so your bath can stay colder longer.
It folds down to a briefcase-style container that can easily be taken on the go.
Watebom Portable Bathtub with Cover
Diameter: 80cm (32in)
Height: 75cm (29.5 in)
Weight: 3.6kg lbs (8 lb)
Price: $
Another assembled portable ice bath, The Portable Bathtub has 6 layers of high-quality and thermal insulation materials so that it keeps ice.
If you tend to stay in longer, the bottom of this one is nice and cushioned.
You don’t have to make your bathtub a slushy to enjoy an ice bath, nor do you have to spend a fortune. You can enjoy the health benefits of a portable ice bath at an affordable price.