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CriterionBlueCube C1 Cold Plunge TubPlunge All-In
US price$16,500Checked Oct 13, 2026 · Price details in the review$7,990Checked Oct 13, 2026 · Price details in the review
Three-year ownership estimate$16,500

Incomplete known subtotal.

Not included: installation, annual consumables, other annual costs, energy use.
$7,990

Incomplete known subtotal.

Not included: installation, annual consumables, energy use.
Choose ifYou want one stainless tub for cold plunges and warm soaks, indoors or out, and you have a free 120 V, 20 A circuit and a way to move a freight delivery from the curb.You want an all-in-one chilled tub for home use, indoors or out, and you have a dedicated 120 V, 15 A circuit and a floor that can take 1,150 lb.
Main trade-offYou pay $16,500 without a published footprint, water volume, weight or running cost, and changing your mind costs a minimum 25% restocking fee plus shipping.The price depends on a time-limited sale, the base warranty is one year, and running costs are unknown because the product page gives no power draw.
Key specifications
  • Temperature range: 41–104°F with the chiller and heater. BlueCube says the C-line cools about 5°F per hour
  • Chiller: 13,600 BTU (1.5 HP+) commercial chiller, rated to operate down to 20°F ambient
  • Electrical: Dedicated 120 V, 20 A outlet with the included GFCI cord, or hardwired. Power draw not stated
  • Water capacity and weight: Not stated by the manufacturer
  • Circulation and sanitation: ¼ HP Iwaki magnetic-drive pump at 25.6 GPM for continuous circulation (RiverMode), with 20-micron filtration and automatic ozone
  • Tub: Sit-in 14-gauge 316-L stainless steel, with immersion up to the neck
  • Controls: iOS and Android app, plus nighttime lights
  • Chiller temperature: Down to 37°F. Plunge gives a cooling rate of 10–12 degrees per hour
  • Chiller: 0.75 HP. Plunge says it holds 37°F in 120°F ambient air
  • Water capacity: 105 gallons
  • Electrical: Dedicated 120 V, 15 A circuit and a 7 ft cord with GFCI. Power draw not stated
  • Sanitation: Onboard ozone. Plunge says the full volume is filtered about every 15 minutes
  • Weight: 238 lb empty, 1,150 lb full
  • Heating: None on Cold Only. The Add Heater version ($8,490 in the sale, $10,490 Comp. Value) goes up to 104°F, and Plunge gives a heating rate of 4–5 degrees per hour
  • Controls: The free Plunge app works over Wi-Fi to set the temperature, track sessions and send filter and water-treatment reminders
  • Use: Residential use only, indoors or outdoors. Plunge sells a separate commercial model
Exact variant60-inch Standard, Black claddingGen 2, Cold Only (no heater add-on)
DimensionsIt's sold as a 60-inch sit-in tub with full-body immersion up to the neck. The interior is contoured at a 20° slope. The product page names 54-inch Mini and 60-inch Standard sizes, but the online store lists only the 60 size. BlueCube doesn't state exterior or interior dimensions, water capacity, or empty and filled weight on the pages reviewed.Plunge lists the tub at 76.75 L × 31.5 W × 28.75 H in. It weighs 238 lb empty and 1,150 lb filled. Plunge asks for at least 16 in of clearance on the fan side for ventilation. It also wants 12 in at the front for drain access and ventilation, and 4 in on the left side as you face the LED display. Plunge doesn't state interior dimensions.
InstallationIt needs a dedicated 120 V, 20 A outlet, and a GFCI cord is included. You can hardwire the tub instead. BlueCube rates it for indoor and outdoor use and says the chiller operates down to 20°F ambient. Delivery is free curbside freight in the continental US, not in-home placement. BlueCube doesn't state plumbing, drain, floor-load or clearance requirements on the pages reviewed.It needs a dedicated 120 V, 15 A circuit. A 7 ft power cord with a GFCI on the end is built in. There's no plumbing: Plunge says all you need to do is fill it with water and plug it in. Standard delivery is curbside, to the driveway or curb. Most customers qualify for free in-home delivery in Plunge's core "In Area" zones. It puts the tub on the first level, unpacks it and removes the packaging. Setup and connection to power aren't included. In-stock units ship within 8 business days in the lower 48 states. Hawaii, Alaska and US territories take an additional 2 to 3 weeks.
MaterialsThe tub is 14-gauge marine-grade 316-L stainless steel with a contoured sit-in interior. It sits in a marine-grade plywood cabinet coated in Line-X polyurea, which BlueCube says adds UV resistance and insulation. Black is the cladding priced here, and white, grey, beige and uncladded cost the same. BlueCube also offers any Sherwin-Williams custom color, but the online store doesn't list a price for it. BlueCube's performance page says its plumbing is Schedule 40 PVC. That's a brand-wide statement, not a C1 spec. An insulated spa cover with child locks is included.Plunge says it's built for indoor and outdoor use, and an insulated cover is included. Plunge doesn't say what the tub or shell is made of.
WarrantyFull coverage (parts and labor) runs 3 years for residential use or 1 year for commercial use. The stainless tub and frame are covered for 15 years. Exclusions and the claim process weren't reviewed.The standard warranty is 1 year. During the Fall Plunge Sale, Plunge adds a complimentary 2-year extended warranty, which it values at $299. The product page doesn't give coverage details or exclusions.
ReturnsStandard models have a 30-day money-back policy with a minimum 25% restocking fee. Under the refund policy, you must request a return within 30 days of receipt, and the unit must be unused and in its original packaging. Refunds are paid net of the 25% restocking fee and shipping expenses. Custom builds can't be returned. On a $16,500 tub, the fee alone is at least $4,125.Plunge offers a 30-day guarantee. It says that if you're not 100% satisfied within the first 30 days, you get a hassle-free return policy, though "some conditions may apply". The product page doesn't state return fees or pickup costs.
Unresolved questions
  • Exterior and interior dimensions
  • Water capacity, and empty and filled weight
  • Power draw of the chiller, heater and pump
  • Heating rate and typical daily run time
  • Replacement filter price and change interval
  • What's in the included maintenance kit
  • Warranty exclusions and claim process
  • Build and delivery lead time
  • Whether you can order the 54-inch Mini named on the product page
  • Whether the tub or its equipment carries an electrical safety listing such as ETL, UL or CSA
  • Whether the app needs Wi-Fi or carries a fee
  • Whether the C1 gets the UV stage of the brand-wide "ozone + UV" sanitation on BlueCube's performance page (the C1's own listing names only ozone)
  • The price of a Sherwin-Williams custom color
  • Whether a custom color counts as a non-returnable custom build
  • Average power draw and annual electricity use
  • Noise level (Plunge calls it ultra-quiet but gives no figure)
  • Tub, shell and insulation materials
  • Interior dimensions
  • Return fees and pickup costs
  • Which conditions sit behind "some conditions may apply" on returns
  • Warranty coverage details and exclusions
  • What the extended warranty adds
  • Standalone price and replacement interval for filters and water-care chemicals
  • Whether it carries an electrical safety listing such as ETL or UL
  • When the Fall Plunge Sale ends

These comparisons use published specifications, not head-to-head tests. Prices and terms are dated. Unknown costs are not zero. Check the exact variant before you buy.