Plunge Chill

Plunge Chill: Cold Plunge Chillers and Tubs for Recovery

Plunge Chill is a wellness brand focused on selling cold plunge equipment, also known as ice baths. Its catalog includes water chillers, tubs, and combinations of both, aimed at muscle recovery, inflammation relief, and at-home cold therapy. The company presents itself as an affordable alternative in this segment and claims to have earned the trust of athletes, fitness enthusiasts, beginners, and influencers.

Water Chillers and Cooling Systems

The brand's core product is the cold plunge chiller, a unit with a 600W industrial compressor that cools water to approximately 42°F. It features continuous circulation and an integrated filtration system to keep water clean. The chiller can be used with a household bathtub to create a cold plunge system without buying an additional tub, and the company states it is compatible with most ice bath tubs on the market via half-inch hoses and a submersible pump.

The company also sells a 1HP version with higher capacity, and various bundles that combine the chiller with tubs of different sizes.

Available Models and Bundles

The scanned catalog shows several references, including the cold plunge chiller, the 1HP chiller, the tub with chiller, the Cold Plunge Chiller + Tub (MAX) bundle, and the Cold Plunge Chiller + Tub (Pro) bundle. The store listed discounted sale prices for some of these products, as well as a 50% off sitewide seasonal promotion.

Use, Maintenance, and Safety

The company describes cold plunging as the practice of immersing the body in water at a temperature between 32 and 59°F for 2 to 10 minutes, with specific guidelines for beginners. For water maintenance, it recommends running the filtration system daily, adding a small amount of sanitizer each week, showering before using the equipment, and keeping the tub covered. As a reference, it notes hydrogen peroxide levels of 30 to 50 ppm and, if using chlorine, 1 to 3 ppm.

The units are UL-certified and IPX8-rated. The company warns that people with heart or blood pressure conditions should consult a doctor before use and avoid sudden exposure to hot water after plunging. For outdoor use, it recommends placing the unit on a patio or balcony to reduce exposure to rain and not operating the chiller in freezing conditions below 32°F.

Power Consumption and Operation

According to the brand, the chiller's compressor consumes about 5 kWh to cool water from 90°F to about 40°F, with an estimated cost of $0.70 at $0.14 per kWh. The company states that this expense is cheaper than buying ice weekly and that the unit operates at a noise level of 39 to 45 dB, quieter than a household refrigerator.

Shipping, Warranty, and Customer Service

Plunge Chill offers free shipping with delivery in the United States within 2 to 5 days, a two-year warranty, and hassle-free returns for 30 days. Customer service is handled by a dedicated in-house team.