Ice Barrel

Ice Barrel 500

Q: Is the Ice Barrel 500 a vertical or horizontal cold plunge?

The Ice Barrel 500 is a vertical cold plunge designed for standing immersion. This orientation maximises space efficiency and provides deep water coverage from feet to shoulders.

Q: What material is the Ice Barrel 500 tub made from?

The tub basin of the Ice Barrel 500 is made from Polyethylene .

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The Ice Barrel 500 is a USA-made, upright cold plunge tub constructed from recycled BPA-free materials, featuring R16-rated polyurethane foam insulation, a generous interior capacity, and built-in steps and seat for full-body immersion.

Tub structure

Rigid

Plunging orientation

Vertical

Description

The Ice Barrel 500 is the ultimate portable cold plunge solution. Made from durable polyethylene, it holds 77 gallons and maintains temperature with ice. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.

The unit carries UV protection and is described by the manufacturer as suitable for indoor and outdoor environments, including balconies and smaller spaces. A drain spout assembly is required for setup and is not pre-installed. Optional accessories—including a maintenance kit and compatible chiller—are sold separately.

Can you use a third-party chiller with Ice Barrel 300?

Port specifications for the Ice Barrel 300 are following:

Port Size: 3/4" NPT (National Pipe Thread)
Thread Count: 14 TPI (Threads Per Inch)

These specs are standard, but every chiller is a little different. We recommend reaching out to your chiller's manufacturer with this information to verify compatibility.

Details & features

Features

Chiller included

Cover lid included

Included Cover lid is insulated

Suitable for outdoor use

Dimensions & weight

Dry weight (lbs)

104 lbs

Dry weight (kg)

47 kg

Capacity (liters)

356 L

Capacity (gallons)

94 gal

Tub outer dimensions LxWxH (inches)

57.6 x 30.7 x 42.1

Tub outer dimensions LxWxH (mm)

1463 x 780 x 1069

Users

Maximum user height (inches)

6 ft 9 in

Maximum user height (cm)

206 cm

General

Plunging orientation

Vertical / Barrel

Tub structure type

Rigid

Chiller ready (has ports)

Protection cover included

Tub basin main material

Roto-molded plastic (HDPE)

Data sources

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Frequently asked questions

No, the Ice Barrel 500 does not include a chiller. A separate chiller or ice is required to cool the water to therapy temperatures.

The Ice Barrel 500 is a vertical cold plunge designed for standing immersion. This orientation maximises space efficiency and provides deep water coverage from feet to shoulders.

The tub basin of the Ice Barrel 500 is made from Polyethylene.