Swimming Pools, Inflatables & Pool Covers

Portable pools can make summer water play part of a home garden, but they require a suitable site and a clear supervision routine.

Shop the collection

Portable pools can make summer water play part of a home garden, but they require a suitable site and a clear supervision routine. This selection also contains pool covers and related items. Check whether the listing is a complete pool or an accessory before comparing dimensions, and plan the full setup before buying.

Allow for the assembled pool and its surroundings

Inflated or assembled measurements determine the space required, while recommended water depth and capacity describe different details. Follow the installation instructions for the surface and preparation. Plan access around the pool and any equipment, and check current local fencing requirements before deciding where it will stand.

Compare what is included for setup and care

A pool may need an inflation pump, filtration equipment or other components that are not in the package. Read the item list rather than assuming everything in a lifestyle photo is supplied. For accessories, match the exact pool dimensions and connection requirements. A cover in the same collection is not automatically sized for every pool shown.

Plan the end of each swim

Children need continuous adult supervision in and around portable pools, even in shallow water. Empty smaller pools after use and store them so water cannot collect where children can reach it. For a larger setup, follow the maintenance and barrier requirements that apply. Do not treat a floating cover or an inflatable toy as a safety barrier.

Further reading: ACCC: portable and inflatable pool safety

Useful answers

Swimming Pools, Inflatables & Pool Covers FAQs

Answers to the decisions that matter when choosing inflatable pools.

How can I tell whether a listing is a complete pool or a cover?

Read the item type and package list before comparing the picture. A cover is an accessory sized for a compatible pool, not a pool itself. This selection contains both, so compare assembled pool dimensions separately from the length and width of a blanket or cover.

Do inflatable pools still need adult supervision?

Yes. Children can drown in shallow water, so an adult must supervise them continuously in and around a portable pool. Do not rely on an older child, inflatable toy or floating cover. Check local fencing requirements as part of planning the site, before the pool is filled.

What should I do with a small paddling pool after use?

Empty it and store it where children cannot reach collected water. Rain or sprinklers can refill a pool left outside, even when the swim has finished. For larger pools, follow the applicable barrier and maintenance requirements rather than assuming the same empty-and-pack routine suits every model.