Active Aqua Chiller with Boost 1 HP vs GALUBUBU 1HP Ice Bath Chiller

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The GALUBUBU 1HP Ice Bath Chiller is the better cold plunge chiller overall, rated 4.1 to 3.0. The GALUBUBU 1HP Ice Bath Chiller leads on warranty and value. The GALUBUBU 1HP Ice Bath Chiller costs $259.19 less ($899.99 vs $1,159.18).

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Active Aqua Chiller with Boost 1 HP vs GALUBUBU 1HP Ice Bath Chiller

Which should you buy?

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every over 1/2 HP cold plunge chiller; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightGALUBUBU 1HP Ice Bath ChillerActive Aqua Chiller with Boost 1 HP
Overall rating4.1/53.0/5
Value 30%76 $900 per HP ($899.99, 1 HP)66 $1,159 per HP ($1,159.18, 1 HP)
Coldest 15%95 down to 37.4 °F50 lowest temperature not published (neutral score used)
Sanitation 10%85 filter and ozone50 filter and sanitizer not stated (neutral score used)
Heating 10%100 heats as well50 heating not stated (neutral score used)
Noise 10%50 noise rating not published (neutral score used)50 noise rating not published (neutral score used)
Warranty 25%50 2-year warranty0 1-year warranty

Specifications

GALUBUBU 1HP Ice Bath ChillerActive Aqua Chiller with Boost 1 HP
Cooling
Compressor1 HP1 HP
Cooling capacity9,554 Btu/h-
Lowest temperature37.4 °F-
HeatsYes-
Largest tub230 gal-
RefrigerantR410A-
Water and build
FilterYes-
SanitizerOzone-
App or wifiYes-
Voltage120 V-
Warranty2 years1 year

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