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Pool guides: buying advice & know-how
Buying criteria, technology and legal matters around pools – explained factually, with matching models and current prices from our comparison.
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- Guide · 7 min readBuying an above-ground pool: the complete guideQuick-up, frame or steel-wall? Round or rectangular? And what do you need besides the pool itself? This guide takes you step by step to the right pool for your garden.Updated 23/09/2026
- Guide · 7 min readPool water care for beginnersClear, hygienic water is no black magic. With the right routine of filtering, testing and dosing, you'll have your pool under control in a few minutes a week.Updated 23/09/2026
- Guide · 7 min readWinterising your pool: how to get your above-ground pool through winterWhen the swimming season ends, winterising correctly determines how well your pool starts the next season. Find out which pools should be taken down and how to get permanent pools safely through the frost.Updated 23/09/2026
Popular comparisons
- Above-ground pools127 models · from €60An above-ground pool brings swimming fun to your garden without digging a hole. Compare pools of every type and size here – and find out which one suits you.
- Frame pools74 models · from €65Frame pools stand on a sturdy steel-tube frame and are the most popular balance of price, stability and easy setup. Compare round and rectangular models here.
- Steel-wall pools11 models · from €249A steel-wall pool is the long-lasting choice if you want to swim in the same spot for several summers. Compare round and oval pools and complete sets here.
- Quick-up pools23 models · from €23Inflate the ring, fill with water, done: quick-up pools are the fastest and cheapest way to get your own pool. Compare easy-set, fast-set and prompt-set models here.
- Paddling & kids' pools23 models · from €8For hot days with toddlers, a small pool is often all you need. Here you'll find paddling pools, family pools and mini pools – plus the most important safety rules.
- Rectangular & oval pools43 models · from €60If you want to swim rather than just splash, or have a narrow garden, a rectangular or oval pool is a good choice. Find suitable frame and steel-wall models here.