Would this pool fit a family of 5 or should we look for a bigger size?
1971200
i would say go bigger - we have had 4 people in it and had to be careful not to kick one another.
1971201
I would look for something bigger. 3 people would be comfortable, but I think more than that would be pushing it.
1971202
It's basically the size of a big hot tub. Good for two small kids to play in. I'd recommend the 9x18 ultra frame with the saltwater system.
1971203
You'll want a bigger pool. The pool filter doesn't do well either, especially with kids playing in it. Ours got filthy with the wind blowing things in and grass from kids feet and filter nor shock treatments worked after about the first 2 weeks.
1971204
Kind of small for 5 also you should know if you get an air ring leak (which you will never be able to find) you can throw the whole thing away. I got one with a frame that a liner hangs in but don't get it too deep. More fun in shallower water with more space.
442225
In your case I would probably get the bigger filter. My pool is only 10,000 gallons and it does great but does require occasional back washing as the pressure goes up around 10 lbs. the bigger one should allow longer in-between back washing.
1125079
For pool play you can easily fit 10 to 15 comfortably. You actually swim I wouldn't suggest more than 4. It is a big pool and I enjoy it.
584330
I have fit in there with my three children ages 2,4,6. So I would guess that 4 or 5 4yr olds can fit
1685150
Not sure where you got your measurements, but my Big Bertha comes in at around 70' in diameter and 20' deep. Although we use it with one adult at a time (hanging on for grim death at speed!) I think it would fit 4 sitting around it with their feet in the well - and at reasonable speed!! OK, so it might be OK for 4 people (especially kids) but if you want a real 4 seater you may want to look for something a bit bigger. But for what it is, highly recommended - we have a lot of fun with ours and it's built to last, despite the best attempts of our grown up kids to destroy it !!
1321941
In my opinion, 4 children or so that age would be able to play comfortably in there. Maybe a couple more, but they wouldn't have much of their own area. Very room for just 2 kids. HOpe that helps.
2215693
I would not qualify it as a "pool". I would estimate 12 - 18" of water. It's perfect for 2-4 year olds I would say. our 5 year old still has fun in it, as the sides spray water up into the air, but that's mostly as she interacts with her brothers in it.
1948058
It will work out well for that size pool. Just close the vents on the bottom and test water to ensure chlorine levels.
250876
I would definitely say yes, but would need a very large room. We love ours, i have small children, 3 & 1, so its big enough for older and still shallow enough for younger, but with you using as a ball pit that should be no problem. Actually i think a ball pit is a great idea, again if u have the space. We used ours countless times all summer and minus one minor leak in one of the outer ring, slow leak, we had no problems. It served our family very well for the fun we had. I wouldnt rate it any less then any other blow up item, i thought it held up well, and we have also stored it now for next year. I would definitely say yes, but would need a very large room. We love ours, i have small children, 3 & 1, so its big enough for older and still shallow enough for younger, but with you using as a ball pit that should be no problem. Actually i think a ball pit is a great idea, again if u have the space. We used ours countless times all summer and minus one minor leak in one of the outer ring, slow leak, we had no problems. It served our family very well for the fun we had. I wouldnt rate it any less then any other blow up item, i thought it held up well, and we have also stored it now for... » Read More I would definitely say yes, but would need a very large room. We love ours, i have small children, 3 & 1, so its big enough for older and still shallow enough for younger, but with you using as a ball pit that should be no problem. Actually i think a ball pit is a great idea, again if u have the space. We used ours countless times all summer and minus one minor leak in one of the outer ring, slow leak, we had no problems. It served our family very well for the fun we had. I wouldnt rate it any less then any other blow up item, i thought it held up well, and we have also stored it now for next year. « Show Less
1389415
We use it for two to three and i like that it doesn't take up too much space. I recommend a larger size for a group of 4+.
1948291
It is in our family and we have some pretty tall people. With the exception of a full sized pool table, this particular model it the next best thing. It has been satisfactory for our family in every way.
1098487
You'll be happy with it. By play pool do you mean a lot of kids in there? If so all the better. Frankly, call Hayward and ask how small to go. Very nice people in NJ
1445797
We have a family of 5 and we fit in it just fine .i also use it for soccer and we get 7 or 8 kids in it
1035569
Just buy the cover that says it fits this size of pool. Mine fits just right. No need to buy any larger.
1728665
I use my for a ball pit that has 1,800 balls in it and I have had four little ones in there playing with plenty of room. But swimming maybe a whole different story.
2187177
The large pool has sides that are about 8 inches high (I am guessing, I have not actually measured this). Last summer my 1 1/2 year old daughter had to sort of crawl/squat over the sides to get in. The larger pool is the same base as the smaller pool with an additional level, so it's probably 15 inches. Again, this is a guess. Depending on how much water you put in either pool and how many kids are in the water, will determine your water depth. But, it can be just fine for a little tike.
1109296
I would definitely recommend going with the 24ft, maybe even bigger if you can. The 24ft is still less than a foot between each child if 25 children will be using this, and it might get squishy.