FAQs

Yes. The chiller can easily be used with your current IcePod or even any form of other ice bath.

Connect to your existing IcePod (1 drain valve): You simply connect the hose entering the water filter side of the chiller, to the drain valve on your IcePod. And the second hose coming from the chiller outlet, goes into the IcePod over the top ring/edge.

Connect to any other Ice Bath:

You can also connect the chiller to any ice bath, bathtub, bucket - you name it. The chiller comes with pump and filter, so you simply put both hoses from the chiller into any body of water to start cooling it. If your tub doesn't have a bottom valve to connect it to, you will need to siphon water into the inlet hose to start the circulation, please refer to youtube on how to siphon - this is necessary as the pump can not start the circulation of water if there are air in the hoses.

Standard Chiller
Cooling capacity: down to 5 °C
Works best in climates below 30 °C
Power consumption: 280 W

Pro Chiller
Cooling capacity: down to 3 °C
Works even in climates up to 43 °C
Power consumption: slightly higher, but still economical

Both chillers can maintain that temperature with minimal power consumption, as they work with a thermostat that only turns on once every hour to sustain the selected water temperature, resulting in very low energy use.

No! The power usage is only 280 watts, which is comparable to the freezer in your home.
Example of power usage: at a 25 °C room temperature, with the chiller temperature set at 8 °C, it will consume around 1.4–1.8 kWh per day (every 24 hours).

This is extremely economical compared to buying ice and allows you to run The Pod Chiller 24/7 at very low cost.

(These are estimates and can vary depending on the climate and temperatures where you live).

Yes, our Water Chiller has a 20-micron filter with 24/7 water circulation, continuously removing hair, skin cells, leaves, sand, and other debris to keep your ice bath clean and ready whenever you are—with minimal effort.

For long-lasting clean water, we highly recommend our Water Maintenance Pack. Alongside the Water Maintenance Pack you can use the same filter and water for up to 45 days, significantly extending freshness and reducing the need for frequent changes.

Be your own judge of the water condition, and change it when needed. But if you choose not to use sanitizer to disinfect, we recommend changing the water every 3-5 sessions or once per week.

We also recommend cleaning the Chiller's water filter once every 1-2 weeks. You simply unscrew the transparent cover, take out the filter, and rinse it with a brush and tap water, or spray it with a garden hose at high pressure. Replace with a brand new filter once a month to avoid damage to the Chiller due to restricted water flow.

Assuming each ice bath session requires around 7–18 kg of ice, and with an average cost of about €0.50–€1 per kg in Europe, we have calculated that at 5 ice baths per week, the cost of the chiller is made back within 3–4 months.

Investing in the water chiller is undoubtedly a smart financial & time saving decision if you're a regular ice plunger, plus you skip the hassle of buying ice.

We get this one a lot, but the answer is surprisingly simple. Our core mission at The Pod Company is to make healthy habits accessible for everyone, so you don't have to sell your kidney to be able to afford a premium ice bath.

Our water chiller is priced lower than our competitors, because we have developed it from scratch using components from chest freezers. We also negotiate the best prices with our suppliers for materials and components by ordering very large stock quantities, streamline our production process to reduce labor costs, and focus on essential features without adding unnecessary ones.

Our water chiller is a high-quality and affordable option for your ice bath needs, without the huge markup most other brands put on their ice baths.

Yes!

The chiller is water resistant, so it will not get damaged from humidity and weather. With that said, we do always recommend keeping it under a shaded spot/cover/shelter/overhanging roof to protect from bad weather and direct sunlight as these factors can negatively impact its performance & lifespan.

Security measures should also be taken such as bringing the chiller indoors if it's lightning or storming outside.

Important: Please do not cover it with anything like a cover while it's running as it needs to be able to get airflow so it can cool down, and always have at least 15 inches of space around the chiller.

If you plan on using the water chiller in outdoor conditions where the temperature can reach 30 °C or higher, we highly recommend opting for the Pro version. The Pro chiller is specifically designed to handle higher temperatures and maintain optimal performance in such conditions. On the other hand, if you intend to use the chiller in a lower-temperature environment below 30 °C or in a garage, the standard version will be suitable for your needs. See all specifications here: The Water Chiller

The water chiller is very quiet and the readings that we have made range from 40-45 decibel so around the same noise level as a fridge. 

Yes, Our chiller is built to withstand all the elements, your water stays clean and cold, even in the hottest climates.

Do be cautious in freezing conditions, and follow the recommendations in the manual that comes with your chiller.

It is essential that your chiller is running 24/7 should the outside temperature drop below freezing, otherwise the chillers pipes and internal tank can get damaged. With consistent water flow this does not happen.

We always recommend emptying the chiller from water by disconnecting the hoses and tipping it, to let water drain out, and thereafter storing it inside in non-freezing conditions until needed again. The purpose of the chiller is to operate in warmer temperatures, to keep your water cold, and there's no need to have your chiller connected to the IcePod, when it's freezing outside, as your water will maintain the cold temperatures needed naturally.

Please see instructions here