Introducing the Aussie Splash Pool™ — A Brand New Way to Own a Real Backyard Pool
Something new has arrived at Aussie Plunge Pools — and if you've ever thought a traditional pool was out of reach, or a plunge pool was more than you needed, this might be exactly what you've been waiting for.
Meet the Aussie Splash Pool™ range. Round, shallow, tough as nails, and designed for one very specific purpose: giving Australians the most fun, most accessible, most genuinely affordable backyard water experience possible.
This isn't an inflatable. It's not a plastic paddling pool from the hardware store that deflates by Boxing Day. It's a proper one-piece roto-moulded polyethylene pool — built by the same Australian manufacturer behind the Aussie Plunge Pool™ range, with the same UV-stabilised shell, the same 5-year warranty, and the same 20-plus year design life.
It just happens to be rounder, shallower, and considerably more affordable.
Let's dig into what the Aussie Splash Pool™ is, who it's made for, and why we think it's going to become the most popular 'wet furniture' items in Australian backyards this summer.
So What Exactly Is an Aussie Splash Pool™?
The Aussie Splash Pool™ range is a line of round, shallow polyethylene pools available in three sizes — 2,500 litres, 5,000 litres and 10,000 litres — all at a consistent depth of 900mm. They're designed to be installed above ground, in-ground, or partially in-ground, and they come in the same five exclusive flecked colours as the Aussie Plunge Pool™ range.
The concept is beautifully simple. A consistent 900mm depth makes these pools comfortable and accessible for a wide range of users — shallow enough for young children to enjoy safely with supervision, deep enough for adults to genuinely cool off and relax in. The round footprint is compact, versatile, and frankly a bit gorgeous — it sits differently in a backyard than a rectangular pool and has a real resort-style quality when it's set up well.
Pricing starts from $3,250 for the 2,500L model, through to $4,250 for the 5,000L and $6,350 for the 10,000L — all plus delivery. For a genuine, permanent, Australian-made polyethylene pool with a 5-year shell warranty, those numbers are remarkable.
What Makes the Aussie Splash Pool™ Different from Everything Else on the Market
There's a gap in the Australian backyard pool market that most people don't realise exists until they're trying to fill it. At one end, you've got inflatable and soft-side pools — cheap, cheerful, and gone after one season. At the other, you've got plunge pools and traditional pools — beautiful and permanent, but a significant financial and logistical commitment.
The Aussie Splash Pool™ sits firmly in neither of those camps. It's a real pool — hard-shelled, beautifully finished, built to last decades — but without the depth, complexity or price point of a traditional plunge pool installation.
Here's what sets it apart from cheaper alternatives:
One-piece roto-moulded construction. There are no seams, no joins, no weak points. The shell is moulded as a single continuous piece from UV-stabilised polyethylene — the same material trusted in the Aussie Plunge Pool™ range that's been going strong since 1984. It won't split, won't fade badly, and won't need replacing every couple of summers.
The anti-splash top flange. This is a clever design feature that's easy to overlook until you appreciate what it does. The thickened rim around the top of the pool controls surface slosh — which means less water lost over the edge during enthusiastic use, drier surrounds, and a safer surface around the pool. It's a detail that shows real thought went into how families actually use a pool.
Kid-safer edge design. The integrated safety toe-lip and easy-grab top edge give young swimmers better footing and grip when getting in and out. It's built into the shell itself — not an add-on, not an afterthought.
Clean water circulation built in. Draw line and return fittings come standard, so connecting a pump and filter system is straightforward. The optional matched Reefe pump and sand filter package takes the guesswork out entirely — it's sized specifically for each Splash Pool model and designed to keep the water clear with minimal fuss.
Portability. Drain it, tip it, trailer it. If you move house, the Splash Pool comes with you. That's a genuine advantage that no in-ground pool — concrete, fibreglass or otherwise — can offer.
The Three Sizes — Which One Is Right for You?
2,500L Round Aussie Splash Pool™ — $3,250 + Delivery
At 2,200mm in diameter and 900mm deep, the 2,500L is the most compact and most affordable entry point into genuine pool ownership. Dry weight of approximately 100kg means it's genuinely easy to handle during installation — a couple of people and a clear path to the backyard is often all it takes.
This size is ideal for: small courtyards and tight outdoor spaces, renters who want a real pool they can take with them, families with very young children, or anyone who wants a dedicated cool-down spot without committing to a larger footprint.
5,000L Round Aussie Splash Pool™ — $4,250 + Delivery
Stepping up to 2,700mm in diameter, the 5,000L gives you noticeably more room — comfortably enough for two adults to relax in, or a group of young kids to really go for it. The 125kg dry weight still keeps installation accessible, and the larger water volume means more thermal mass (translation: the water holds its temperature a bit better once it warms up).
This size is ideal for: families with children across a range of ages, couples who want a proper cool-off pool, medium-sized suburban backyards, and anyone who wants to entertain poolside without feeling cramped.
10,000L Round Aussie Splash Pool™ — $6,350 + Delivery
The 10,000L is the statement piece of the range. At 3,700mm in diameter — that's well over three and a half metres across — this is a pool you can genuinely share with a group of people and still have room to move. The 190kg dry weight makes it the most involved to install of the three, but it's still well within the range of a straightforward crane or hi-ab lift delivery.
This size is ideal for: larger families, properties with more outdoor space to work with, anyone who wants a pool that can genuinely double as the heart of their entertaining setup, and buyers looking for the best long-term value per litre.
Who Is the Aussie Splash Pool™ Made For?
Well surprisingly: a lot of people. But let's be specific, because the Splash Pool genuinely serves several quite different groups in quite different ways.
Families with Young Children
For parents with kids under ten, the Aussie Splash Pool™ might actually be the most sensible pool decision you can make. The consistent 900mm depth means there's no sudden drop-off to worry about, supervision is straightforward, and the kid-safer edge design means confident, safe entry and exit for little ones. The 10,000L model in particular gives kids enormous room to splash, play and completely exhaust themselves — which, frankly, is exactly what you want on a 38-degree day.
Renters and Apartment Dwellers
If you've been renting for years and quietly resenting the fact that you can't have a pool, the Splash Pool changes the equation. It's a real, permanent-quality pool that just happens to be portable. When you move, it comes with you. Many landlords are also receptive to tenants installing an above-ground pool that causes no permanent structural change to the property — though it's always worth checking your lease and getting written permission first.
Homeowners with Small Backyards
The compact round footprint of the Splash Pool range — particularly the 2,500L and 5,000L sizes — makes genuine pool ownership accessible for properties that would never fit a traditional plunge pool. Courtyards, side yards, compact suburban blocks: these spaces that have always felt too small for a pool suddenly aren't.
Older Australians and Those with Mobility Considerations
The 900mm depth is particularly well-suited to older Australians, or anyone who finds deeper water less comfortable. Being able to stand comfortably at the deepest point, combined with the easy-grab top edge and optional stainless steel A-frame ladder, makes the Splash Pool a genuinely accessible water experience. The therapeutic potential is also worth noting — the optional magnesium-ready compatibility means you can run a mineral water system for softer, gentler water that's kind on skin and joints.
Holiday Homes and Rural Properties
A beach house, a farm stay, a holiday rental. Spaces where a permanent pool feels excessive but a proper cool-off option would transform the summers. The Splash Pool is perfectly suited to these settings — durable enough to handle occasional use over many years, simple enough to maintain without on-site expertise, and attractive enough to photograph well for a short-stay listing.
Anyone Who Just Wants to Beat the Heat Without Breaking the Bank
Not every pool purchase is a grand lifestyle statement. Sometimes it's just a very hot Australian summer and you want a real pool in your backyard at a price that doesn't require a second mortgage. Starting at $3,250, the Aussie Splash Pool™ is the most affordable entry point into genuine polyethylene pool ownership in Australia. That matters.
Above Ground, In-Ground or Partially In-Ground — Your Call
One of the things that makes the Splash Pool range genuinely flexible is that it works beautifully in all three installation configurations.
Above ground, the round shell becomes a real design feature — particularly in the darker colourways like Southern SlateFlec™ and Black BeachFlec™, which look seriously sophisticated sitting proud of a timber deck or paved courtyard. Some buyers frame them with decking, creating a semi-sunken effect with a built-in platform around the rim. Others simply place them on a level compacted base and let the pool speak for itself.
Partially in-ground or fully in-ground installations give a more traditional pool look and can make the Splash Pool feel like a permanent, landscaped feature of the backyard. The self-supporting walls mean the shell holds its shape in all configurations.
Council-friendly engineering documentation is included with every pool, which goes a long way toward making the approvals process feel manageable rather than daunting.
What's Included — and What's Optional
Every Aussie Splash Pool™ comes with the roto-moulded polyethylene shell, draw line and return fittings, and a 5-year shell warranty as standard.
Optional extras worth considering include the matched Reefe pump and sand filter package (sized specifically for each model, carrying its own 12-month warranty), the stainless steel A-frame pool ladder for safe and comfortable entry and exit, and heating if you're keen to extend your swimming season beyond summer. The pools are also magnesium-ready, meaning you can run a mineral water system if that's your preference.
One thing to note clearly: the Aussie Splash Pool™ does not come with a skimmer box installed. The filtration setup uses draw line and return fittings — worth understanding before you order so your pump and filter setup is configured correctly from the start.
Currently, Aussie Splash Pools™ are available for delivery across NSW, QLD, ACT and Victoria, including both metro and regional areas.
This Is What Affordable Pool Ownership Actually Looks Like
There's a version of Australian summer that a lot of people have quietly given up on — the backyard pool, the lazy afternoons, the kids completely occupied and completely happy while the adults sit nearby with a cold drink and absolutely nowhere else to be. It got filed under "maybe one day" because the traditional path to pool ownership felt too expensive, too complicated, or too permanent for where life was at.
The Aussie Splash Pool™ is a genuine answer to that. Not a compromise, not a consolation prize — a properly made, beautifully finished, Australian-manufactured pool that delivers real water enjoyment at a price point and complexity level that makes it achievable for a far wider group of Australians than traditional pool options ever could.
It's a new product, but it's built on 40-plus years of polyethylene manufacturing experience. That combination of fresh thinking and proven quality is exactly what makes it worth getting excited about.
Ready to See the Full Splash Pool Range?
Head over to www.aussieplungepools.com.au/aussie-splash-pools to explore all three sizes, check out the colour options, and grab the free "Swim By Sunday" checklist — a practical roadmap that walks you through everything you need to do to go from decision to swimming as smoothly as possible.
And if you're weighing up whether a Splash Pool or one of our deeper Plunge Pools is the better fit for your space and lifestyle, the team is always happy to have a chat. Reach out via our website contact page or give us a call on 02 6628 7948 and let's figure it out together.
