Best Chiller for DIY Cold Plunge (Don’t Waste Your $)

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I get great questions every day on my Instagram (@dmausjr), and in the comments of my videos.
Lately, I’ve been asked this: What is the Best Chiller to use for my DIY Cold Plunge?
I’ve luckily used many, but my favorites are the Active Aqua Chiller and the EcoPlus Chiller.
In this video I will compare them both and talk about the benefits of using a chiller vs. traditional ice baths. I use the Active Aqua Chiller in my DIY Cold Plunge with Ice Barrel and the EcoPlus.
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Time Stamps:
0:00 Best Chiller for Cold Plunge
0:27 What does a Chiller do?
1:08 Active Aqua Chiller Review
2:24 Active Aqua 1HP Chiller Specs
3:31 How to Use the Active Aqua Chiller
4:35 EcoPlus Chiller Review
5:00 EcoPlus Chiller Specs
6:40 How to Use the Eco Plus Chiller
7:20 Other Chiller and DIY Cold Plunge Questions
8:08 Final Comparison

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10 авг 2023

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@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

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@NateBobulski 10 месяцев назад

I just bought the EcoPlus 1.5HP chiller! Looking forward to building out my first plunge! Thanks for the content!

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

Nice work! Let me know how it goes!

@verickwayne 10 месяцев назад

Did you buy it new or used and what did you pay?

@NateBobulski 10 месяцев назад

@@verickwayne It was on sale on Amazon. $1250

@Spencertarring 4 месяца назад

I think much more economical to use a converted freezer for your home setup. Don't have to constantly cool water as a lot of the cold is retained.

@DorianDevelops 10 месяцев назад

I just bought the 1 1/2 HP Eco Plus on Amazon for about $1250 and I'm setting up my DIY cold plunge this weekend! Your videos have been super helpful!

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

That is awesome! Glad i could help!

@808kea808 10 месяцев назад

How are you liking the chiller?

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

Both are working like champs!@@808kea808

@natepassanante2419 9 месяцев назад

how loud is it?

@bfind9 8 месяцев назад

Have you seen a significant change on your electric bill?

@PaultheCanadian 10 месяцев назад

I just bought the 1inch Active Aqua with the 1inch pump from Active Aqua that sells on Amazon. I set this up in my bath and it will drop 5 degrees every hour. I fill the tub and the water is 75. It takes 5 hours to drop to 50. I then turn it off until the next time I want to use it. The water will raise to about 60. The next time I use it I only need 2 hours. It is a little noisy and produces heat but a very good machine. Thanks for the videos David!

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

Thats a great way to use it! (It produces a lot of heat) but its a great chiller!

@nickiuga89 5 месяцев назад

Can you share the link where to buy the pump from please thanks

@jblo76 4 месяца назад

Hi Paul, thanks for the info. I'm also looking to set up a cold plunge in my bathtub. I'm new to this so hoping you can provide details. Which chiller do you use with the Active Aqua pump (the Active Aqua or EcoPlus or anther chiller)? Are you running the chiller and pump all the time or just 5 hours before you plunge? How often do you drain your bathtub...every time you plunge or ever few days etc? Thanks so much for any info you can provide. I can't find much info out there from people who use a bathtub as their plunge, only the barrels and troughs.

@GoodtimeswiththeGoodies 10 месяцев назад

Love the content my man! I have an ice barrel and my biggest gripe is that I always need to buy ice. I am leaning towards the active model!

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

You would love it!

@sronnau99 5 месяцев назад

Super helpful video! Thank you!

@DavidMausJr 5 месяцев назад

Glad it was helpful!

@johnmcneeley 10 месяцев назад

Next month (Sept) marks the 2 year anniversary of ordering my "Plunge" refrigerated tub. It uses the Active Aqua 1/4 HP chiller. I have it outside (here on Maui) and it keeps the water at the right temperature with ease. For me a 1/2 or 1HP chiller wouldn't be worth the added cost or buy or operate. One of those would get the water down to temp faster after I clean and refill the tub, but I can wait. I don't even keep the boost on and it keeps the water to temperature with ease. Outside installation isn't a problem. It has been outside for going on 2 years. The only problem I've had was a temperature probe went bad. Plunge sent me a new one and a link to an installation video. I was tempted to keep using the bad probe as it kept the water at 32.5 degrees. I did quite a few dips at that temp. but my electric bill shot up. So I fixed it. I change the temp quite often. Sometimes down to 39 but mostly in the upper 40's. The 1/4 HP unit costs a little over $700.

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

Nice!! Man, praying for Maui brother. 🫶🏽

@joebe1435 10 месяцев назад

How many gallons is your tub?

@johnmcneeley 10 месяцев назад

@@joebe1435 Around 100 gallons.

@alejandrouriol4484 4 месяца назад

Hi David, I’m concerned about the set up I should get, the Ice barrel 300 or 400 with the eco plus 1.5 hp, as I live in Miami it gets quite hot in summer, I like the ice barrel 400 as I can be in a standing position, but as it doesn’t have insulation I’m worried a little bit about the electric bill. What do you recommend?

@doddgarger6806 5 месяцев назад

Medium size deep freeze, and an eBay pid controller boom 💥 done and dirt cheap, just seal the seams really well

@DavidMausJr 5 месяцев назад

Great option as well

@lori5946 7 месяцев назад

Currently doing cold plunging in a soaking tub with ice blocks. I only got it to 61 degrees. Definitely want a set up at some point. I live in Florida.

@DavidMausJr 7 месяцев назад

That was what i did at first, chillers make a massive difference

@JFabric500 7 месяцев назад

You should wrap that barrel in an adhesive aluminum face insulation. It’ll keep it from absorbing sunlight and also keep it from transferring the heat as fast. You are running $65/month in electricity atleast.

@roodified Месяц назад

Hi, how much time does it take to chill the water to 40 degree Fahrenheit on the first setup or a fresh fill ? Considering the quantity to be around 500 Gallon.

@jkfarrer7283 Месяц назад

do you need to have an inline pump or a submersible pump to assist the chiller? Does the chiller not have its own pump?

@dads-belt 20 дней назад

I live in AZ and my chiller will be outside. 100+ temps in the summer. How long have you had these chillers outside? Curious to the know life expectancy. And did you see a significant rise in your electricity bill?

@user-hv2hl5bj7x 4 месяца назад

I just bought all of the components for the 1 HP active Aqua kit. Included was an adaptor, Spears 1436 PVC tube. The smallest outer diameter of the tube end is 1 3/8 in. How can I use this with the 1 in inner diameter included in the kit? Shouldn't the minimum diameter of the tube side be 1in?

@shutch7097 7 дней назад

What is the brand of the inline pump? Non submersible.

@richardmaraziti4929 4 месяца назад

Can you please give me a recommendation on a water to water chiller so I can heat my pool with the heat?

@808kea808 8 месяцев назад

Got a question! I picked up the 1.5 eco plus chiller. Had it for about a month and love it along with my cold plunge build. I see the temp ranges from 38-104° I decided to set the temp to 104. Does it eat up water? While buying it I was thinking I could have a hot tub as well as a cold plunge. I set it and the temp isn’t rising as quickly as I would expect for something heating water

@DavidMausJr 8 месяцев назад

Great chiller and great question. I do not think there’s a heating mechanism in it.

@johncave6992 10 месяцев назад

Hi Dave, John from sunny and hot Arizona here. I have the DIY you showed with ice barrel and 1/2 horse Aqua. This time of the year it only gets down to 63 when I get home. Taking the plunge and buying the 1 1/2 eco from your site. Love me some 37 degrees. Can't wait to try it. Thx again for your reviews.

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

Beautiful my brother! You will absolutely love it!

@anthonymaldonado1650 7 месяцев назад

Do you have yours outdoors in az summer?

@johncave6992 7 месяцев назад

@@anthonymaldonado1650 yes under my patio. Have an eco plus 1 and 1 half hp chiller. Drops temp down in no time.

@cotswald03 3 месяца назад

@@johncave6992 How is this going for you? I will be installing my setup in Mexico and we have a similar climate to you. Do you run yours 24/7?

@johncave6992 3 месяца назад

@@cotswald03 I run the pump 24/7 but the eco works so well that depending on the outside temp I kicks on for a few minutes and then shuts down. I sometimes set it higher and when I get ready to get in i drop it to what I want and it only takes maybe 30 to 45 minutes to get to temp. 100 outside and it will drop the temp to 39. Hope this helps.

@payneja 10 месяцев назад

Great comparison! Do you think a 1/2hp would be adequate for low 50’s water temp in Southern California?

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

Yes, absolutely! Mine did a great job in Tampa FL.

@michaeln7718 10 месяцев назад

Great video! I have been watching your videos to build up my own DIY system like yours, maybe you already have a video explaining this, but last video I saw of you, you had the whole set up inside of the house, why did you move it to outside? I was thinking the indoor system but curious to see why you moved it to outside. Thank you!

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

Thanks!! So it was great inside but i found that most of the cold plunges condensate a bit, make noise and generate a little heat. The components are fine outside so it just made sense to move out. I will be producing more and more videos (since going full time RU-vidr) so be on the lookout! :)

@pojosdad 3 месяца назад

Also, do you use chemicals to keep it clean like a hot tub?

@seantumblety9612 Месяц назад

Bought the 1/2 hp for 150 gallon tub. I’m in NH. With ambient air around 65 it’s taking a long time to get even to mid 40’s. What’s wrong?

@d.c.marshall2669 10 месяцев назад

Hey David, I have been enjoying your videos. I wish I would’ve seen them before I made my purchase. I bought the Polar Monkeys Brain Pod 2.0 a couple of months ago. It took 7 weeks to arrive. I set it up and all was well until on the fifth day in, the pump went out. I have to send it back and they are replacing it with a new one. I am obviously now lacking confidence in their pump/chiller set up. Down the road I will probably consider replacing it with one of the chiller setups you have recommended. My question is this. The 1 1/2 hp Eco Plus you show in your video also has what looks like a large filter canister but it is not shown as coming with the chiller unit and is not in your list of recommended items. Could you please let me know what brand it is and where to get it? Thank you and keep up the good work.

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

Im sorry that happened. They are a good company and i am sure they will make it right, but the wait it frustrating. Actually, that entire setup was Polar Monkeys original plunge and it was great, but slightly overkill. You wouldnt ever need a filter that big, unless you had a rotating plunge with 50 nasty, sweaty bodies getting in every day. It kept the water very clean but it is a legit pool filter. Let me know if you want me to send you more info on that but i wouldnt say its necessary.

@michaelcoe2821 5 месяцев назад

What do you think about using a chiller with an inflatable Spa/jacuzzi like the Lay Z spa? Im thinking it already has a pump incorporated so I wouldn’t need to buy a pump plus with the jets I wouldn’t get that thermal layer. What’s your thoughts please?

@DavidMausJr 5 месяцев назад

That should work!

@handle156 9 месяцев назад

Great video and very helpful but you have the Eco Plus chiller facing the wrong way. The display is on the front and the fan should discharge hot air away from the wall not into it. It will also work better and not draw as much current if you turn it around.

@DavidMausJr 9 месяцев назад

You are correct, its how i had to set it up with the Polar Monkey setup but i totally agree with you.

@PlzYT_DontDemonitizeMe 10 месяцев назад

What do you think about these compared to the Ice Up chiller? I like the idea of having the pump filter and ozone all in one unit and not having to do too much diy.

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

Its actaully a great all in one (the only hold up and why i recommend these is time. You can typically order Active Aqua or EcoPlus and get in a week, almost all other chillers take weeks or months for some crazy reason.

@PlzYT_DontDemonitizeMe 10 месяцев назад

@@DavidMausJr yeah im seeing 10 weeks for the Ice Up. Sheesh. Thanks for the great info.

@Jrocc811 Месяц назад

Nice review man. Im getting old. I need to set something up like this to help me out.

@DavidMausJr Месяц назад

Glad to help!

@ChrisNordyke Месяц назад

Is there a setup that doesn't require you turning anything off when you get into the tub?

@994Xp Месяц назад

Great review

@DavidMausJr Месяц назад

Thank yoU!

@kipdavis9938 10 месяцев назад

My 1/2 horse active aqua leaks like a sieve, not just condensation. I've had it for a year and packed it away this past winter. Have you had that experience with you half horse chiller?

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

Man thats a bummer, where does it leak from? No i havent had any leak issues with Active Aqua (yet)

@TheCulinary_Explorer Месяц назад

Brother how has the electricity usage been ?? is it costly ?

@ChrisNordyke Месяц назад

I'm confused man, the chillers don't have a pump built in? I've never heard about this. You have to turn the unit off when you get into the tub? I have an Ice Barrel 500. The chiller that Ice Barrel is promoting doesn't seem to require an additional pump. Thanks in advance. Love your videos.

@marcusplating 2 месяца назад

Very good quality content and presentation. Impressive channel.

@DavidMausJr 2 месяца назад

Thank you very much!

@markhall3434 27 дней назад

How much of a chiller do I need to do a 40 degree shower? Maybe 30 gals of ice water, then recharge?

@julianlunt6259 10 месяцев назад

How you rate a chiller in cooling capacity is relative to a temperature in the evaperator. What this means is that comparison of a 1hp to a 2hp from different manufactures dosnt mean anything if its not tied to a temperature. Ive seen people market their product and compare it to others on the market demonstrating that its more powerful, when it could be smaller in capacity but they have referenced it at a different temperature. What really matters is the time taken for it to cool for example 200 liters of water cools from 20c to 10 c.

@luke1the3duke 10 месяцев назад

You’re gonna have to elaborate on this one. I’m interested in what you’re saying. However your comment was hard to follow and inconclusive

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

I agree. This is a very well thought question I just dont know if i have an answer for it.

@jasongulvartian5163 5 месяцев назад

I bought the 1 1/2 hp water chiller from vevor along with most of the components you recommended in your first kit link. only issue is there are still some unanswered questions that i would rather not try to figure out by trial and error. I want to know how to make sure all hoses, water pump and fittings are properly put together as to not leak water into my garage and i cant find any articles videos or links to think information so far. Got any suggestions?

@DavidMausJr 5 месяцев назад

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@cesarseminario687 Месяц назад

Hey David, Did my own DYI using your suggestions and links. Question... The temperature gauge is off. ITs set at 39 degrees (lowest it will go). It reads that the temperature 55 (Thats wrong). I have 2 thermometers in the tub and they both read 60 degrees. IS THERE A WAY OF RESETTING THE SYSTEM?

@DavidMausJr Месяц назад

Oh no! That’s not normal. Is water flowing through the system well? Might need to contact the manufacturer and get a replacement

@blueballsmatter231 6 месяцев назад

Given that the ecoplus 1.5 can chill 1300 gph, with the proper pump, could it be used to chill two tubs if the plumbing is properly setup?

@DavidMausJr 6 месяцев назад

For sure

@MrSirdancealot 6 месяцев назад

Thanks!

@DavidMausJr 6 месяцев назад

Wow thank U! 🙏🏽

@pattinsonh9579 10 месяцев назад

I think this video sold out the 1.5HP EcoPlus on Amazon 😂 I’ll have to keep an eye out for the price drop!

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

Haha I think you’re right

@ThatFlyinRyan 9 месяцев назад

im pushing 2000 GPH on a 1hp aqua chiller with a stock tank 110 gal in SoFlo takes about 8hrs to cool from 80 F to 42 F

@DavidMausJr 9 месяцев назад

Nice work! In the SoFLo heat you need a lot of water flow so youve got the right idea.

@bennguyen1313 10 месяцев назад

If remodeling a bathroom, no walls, everything is down to the studs.. Is it possible to plumb the EcoPlus 1.5HP into a shower? Similar to the video "Making Your Shower Deliver ICE COLD water for Wim Hof Cold Showers", but using a commercial chiller. I like those recirculating pumps that go under the sink, but in this case recirculate ice-cold water and have it come out of the shower head. I'd turn it on a few hours before I use it, so that it's not constantly working.

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

I’m sure that’s possible, I just wonder how fast it will cool water down that is pumping out fast for a shower. Be interesting to see that

@user-cr8xl3cy4e 9 месяцев назад

Just ordered 1 1/2 ho Eco Plus chiller for my barrel plunge. Would like an external pump what do you recommend? Thanks liked the video and subscribed.

@DavidMausJr 9 месяцев назад

Awesome! I really like the active aqua 1100 gph pump. can be used in line or submersible. I have a few good videos on that

@therealfastmart 2 месяца назад

Do you need a pump with the chiller?

@lucasmollo2778 9 месяцев назад

I recently ordered the 1 hp eco plus chiller and it recommends the eco plus 1056 gph pump. Is it ok to use the 1267 gph eco plus pump? I dont want to cause any issues/damage to the chiller.

@DavidMausJr 9 месяцев назад

That shouldn’t cause any issues.

@tMaus18 10 месяцев назад

Great video!

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

Thanks! Love you bro!

@user-ck5lv4hz3p 9 месяцев назад

Thank you so much for your videos! In this one, you mention a inline pump. Your kit only recommends a submersible pump (as far as I can see). I'd like to use an inline pump. Which model would you recommend, considering that I'm using a 1/2 HP EcoPlus chiller?

@DavidMausJr 8 месяцев назад

Hey! thank you for the support! You can use that same pump as an inline OR submersible pump. Its great!

@user-ck5lv4hz3p 8 месяцев назад

@@DavidMausJr thank you! I have a really silly question: In the winter, will the chiller also keep my water at the configured temperature even if the ambient temperature is much lower? For example, if I set it to 50 degrees Fahrenheit but the outside temperature is 35 degrees Fahrenheit?

@DavidMausJr 8 месяцев назад

Thats a great question that I am trying to find the answer to. I dont have that probmlem much in FL, though i did run mine all winter last year and the temp got lower than my set temp and it seems to stay there. I am curious if anyone else has had any experience with that in colder climates. @@user-ck5lv4hz3p

@user-ck5lv4hz3p 8 месяцев назад

@@DavidMausJr thanks again. Your videos are the best I've found on these topics. I'm following your advice and it is really helping to get started with all of this stuff. You're awesome!!

@DavidMausJr 8 месяцев назад

@@user-ck5lv4hz3p So glad to help and thank you for the support! :)

@brettwilson224 10 месяцев назад

I just got the vevor industrial water chiller. I got it off Amazon I’m a little worried after watching this video that it won’t work super well. The in and out for the water looks like it doesn’t move very much water. I want to use it with my XL nurecover plunge. Should I send it back and get one of these? I live in Canada and wanted to be able to cold plunge in summer months and also use my cold plunge inside during the winter.

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

Brett I looked that up and I have no idea if it will work, or how. I’ve never seen them used before. I trust these two and I’ve had them both running for a while and they work perfectly. That’s totally up to you but these for sure work great! 🤙🏽

@brettwilson224 10 месяцев назад

Have installed a filter so you don't have to change the water all the time? btw thanks for answering my questions!!! @@DavidMausJr

@readyme 9 месяцев назад

The eco plus models seem like they are higher quality and built better. Any downside? Their 1/2 hp is rated for 100-250 tanks. Sound about perfect for an ice barrel in mild weather here in WA.

@DavidMausJr 9 месяцев назад

For sure! They are great!

@sevanski 10 месяцев назад

I bought the 1.5 hp eco plus chiller from the link you provided. The instructions say that without backflow protection, the chiller needs to be installed above the highest water line. But your setup is different. Do you have backflow protection?

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

i do not and it works just fine. I think a lot of these companies have to put a bunch of disclaimers as a way out if anything goes wrong. Like the Active Aqua states its not meant for outside (even though it creates more heat that a Bitcoin Miner) and i have had mine outside for over a year and not a single issue.

@sevanski 10 месяцев назад

You're the best. Deserve all the success out there. Appreicate your response. @@DavidMausJr

@pdang46 9 месяцев назад

Is there a chiller that comes with everything in one unit like a filter, pump, ozone, etc that would work for the ice barrel 300?

@DavidMausJr 9 месяцев назад

Not yet but soon from Ice Barrel

@kfishhypnotist Месяц назад

I have an active aqua cooler one horsepower. It doesn't matter what I set the temperature to. I can't get it below 65°. Doesn't matter if I boosted or use 24 seven boost it doesn't cool it off?

@DavidMausJr Месяц назад

Sounds like there’s an issue. What pump are you using?

@benjamin1979b 9 месяцев назад

Do you know if I can use 3/4” vinyl tubing with the Ecoplus 1 HP? I know it’s set up for 1” vinyl tubing

@DavidMausJr 9 месяцев назад

Nope it only takes 1” on the 1hp and up that I know of. Unless anyone else can confirm otherwise

@DanSanniti 9 месяцев назад

We have winters in Canada and would like to have the pump running 24/7 to prevent freezing. Will this chiller stop chilling if the pump is still running 24/7? How to set that

@DavidMausJr 9 месяцев назад

The chiller is like an open loop. You can have the pump running (moving water through the chiller) without the chiller even being plugged in 👌🏽

@bobbeane2865 2 месяца назад

I would love to see a video on a tub set up in a climate where the temps range from 5-95 degrees. How can you be pumping water when it is below freezing out side. Wouldn't the water lines freeze?

@alltimehustle3307 Месяц назад

If water is in constant motion cause it’s being circulated through a pump, it will need a lower temp to freeze

@BSpelly 10 месяцев назад

Any recommendations on an inline pump with 1 inch inlet/outlet? Plan on buying the eco plus 1.5 which has the 1 inch connections

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

The active Aqua I recommend in all my chiller kits can be used as both and works great as an in-line pump

@BSpelly 10 месяцев назад

@@DavidMausJr Ok thank!

@Terceraylargo 19 дней назад

Do you always need a water pump?

@nickiuga89 5 месяцев назад

What pump did you use for the EcoPlus thanks😊

@DavidMausJr 5 месяцев назад

I also use the active aqua pumps. Go with the 1000gph. Links on my video description

@littlelowy7 Месяц назад

Why don’t you have a kit of links to boy barbs and tubing for the 1.5 hp chiller. Please tell what size barbs and tubing you need for 1.5 hp chiller. My 1.5 inch tubing doesn’t fit over the 1,5 hp chiller adapters !

@DavidMausJr Месяц назад

It should have came with multiple fitting sizes, did it not? Send me a video or pics on instagram if you can and I’ll try to help. @dmausjr

@Patriots2004 2 месяца назад

is there a chiller that heats?

@McClureSports 7 месяцев назад

I’m purchasing the 1/2 HP chiller, pump & hoses. Anything else I need to DIY cold plunge. I’m using your stock tank instructions

@DavidMausJr 7 месяцев назад

If you get the kit in this video it will have everything you need to make the DIY easily. That is awesome!

@McClureSports 7 месяцев назад

@@DavidMausJr do you have a video to explain how to set up everything ?

@DavidMausJr 7 месяцев назад

So many, just check out my channel and look at most popular videos@@McClureSports

@lukasjames4257 6 месяцев назад

Hey how much water you need in your barrel? I live in apartment 6th floor and I been wanting to put one in my apartment.

@DavidMausJr 6 месяцев назад

They can hold 100 gallons

@PattyMelt 9 месяцев назад

how long does it take to get cold? i guess a long time, so you have to keep it on all the time?

@DavidMausJr 9 месяцев назад

it depends on the ambient temp, but in summer in FL it was taking about 5-6 hours from 80+ to 40s

@littlelowy7 2 месяца назад

PLZ HELP! If i bought a 1.5 hp chiller can i just buy all the stuff you have linked for the 1 hp and it will all fit ? Like the 1 inch tubing withbthe adapter etc etc

@DavidMausJr 2 месяца назад

Yes all the 1” components should work well

@alexsalem4747 10 месяцев назад

Hey David love my DIY setup! Was wondering If you knew how I could insulate my water chiller once it gets cold up here in the Northeast. I plan on keeping my setup outdoors and would appreciate your input!

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

Nice! Thank you. You could always just build a little box out of wood or plastic or anything around it to keep the snow (if it snows) off the unit but make sure there is room for it to breath.

@user-lf8ut8td5h 10 месяцев назад

What’s your opinion on the penguin chiller? Seems like it was made for the ice barrel.

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

I havent used it and havent heard many great reviews on it, but im sure that will change. They seem to be diving into cold plunging head on. Maybe a review some day...

@jasonburandt8652 10 месяцев назад

Just my 2 cents on the penguin. Ordered the chiller may 27th 4-6 weeks out for delivery. 6 weeks came and they said they were redesigning the unit another 2 weeks. By this time I was in The process of moving so I asked if they could ship to my new address. They said they would….and then the chiller shipped to my old address so I spent a week or so trying to hook up with the guy who bought my old place. Finally get the chiller hook it up annnnnddd it does not cool the water. Now I will say that penguin gave me a $100 back for my troubles with the address. And now they are willing to ship me a new unit or give me a refund. I’m not too sure what I will end up doing but so far my experience has been an expensive nightmare. That said they are giving me options.

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

Man @@jasonburandt8652 i am so sorry about that. Super frustrating. This is why i tend to talk about and recommend the Active Aqua and EcoPlus. You can order today (on amazon) and have typically in less that 7 days. I hope that gets sorted out so you can get cold soon.

@jasonburandt8652 10 месяцев назад

@@DavidMausJr yeah I agonized over the decision. I watched your DIY video a few times. Ultimately what sold me on the penguin was 2 things I liked the bracket that holds the filter which means no drilling and I liked that it was American made. I will say the filter and bracket is awesome. However what I know now I wish I had gone the other way and went the DIY route. Thanks for your videos they are very helpful.

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

@@jasonburandt8652 Absolutely my brother!

@pojosdad 3 месяца назад

What are the chillers intended for and why don’t they come with pumps? There isn’t a way to use them without a pump, correct?

@pokernews916 18 дней назад

Same question. Do some chillers sold by cold plunge companies come with pumps integrated? When buying a complete kit I never see mention of separate pump.

@hockysa 10 месяцев назад

anyone know what would be the equivalent commercial grade chiller like the EcoPlus available in Europe?

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

Not sure, ill try and find out.

@kevinthibs04 5 месяцев назад

Do you need a pump with the aqua 1/4 chiller?

@DavidMausJr 5 месяцев назад

Yes for sure

@Patriots2004 3 месяца назад

based on your experience, in your opinion, what is the best overall chiller to connect to an ice barrel 400?

@DavidMausJr 3 месяца назад

This setup DMJR.co/halfhpkit

@Patriots2004 3 месяца назад

I’m surprised you list the aqua filler as your number one chiller because I watched your review and you clearly were showing disappointment in the noise compared to the other option that you were reviewing. I can’t remember the name of it. Having said that, you still would go with the aqua Char as your best overall chiller?

@DavidMausJr 3 месяца назад

@@Patriots2004 Great comment! Yes I would still currently vote Active Aqua for the fact that I have had no issues with it at all, other than the noise. I do wish it was more quiet. But the other one EcoPlus connection cracked and was a problem to replace. Still a great option

@rcg1183 10 месяцев назад

I have the active aqua 1/2 HP chiller. Works great. I live in Southern California and my ice bath is outside. I set it to 45 degrees and is usually around that range

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

Love to hear that!

@moe85moe85 10 месяцев назад

Does it run all the time ?

@rcg1183 10 месяцев назад

Typically@@moe85moe85

@natepassanante2419 9 месяцев назад

how loud is it?

@rcg1183 9 месяцев назад

@@natepassanante2419 Not very.

@troydodson441 10 месяцев назад

I bought the EcoPlus 1.5 HP chiller using your link along with the 1" flexible PVC tubing and I'm stuck on the install. I can't figure out how to connect to the EcoPlus inlet/outlet. Do you have a video that covers this or can you give me any advice? TIA

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

The EcoPlus should have came with a few adapters that you can use. If you have IG, send me a few pics or videos of what you got and i will help you through it. @dmausjr is my IG

@troydodson441 10 месяцев назад

@@DavidMausJr Thank you for your support...I was able to get everything working after you walked me through it. Appreciate you and keep up the great content!

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

Awesome! @@troydodson441

@ellisjburgess Месяц назад

I’m about to be doing the same install with a Vevor 1.5 HP. Any insights into how to connect the flexible hoses? It’s not intuitive based on the manual I’m seeing or the fittings I’m buying from the 1.5 DIY install page you have on Amazon.

@MatthewJohnson-yi2ei 10 месяцев назад

Do u find better results laying down or standing in a barrel

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

I like both, think squatting in the barrel a little more.

@luke1the3duke 9 месяцев назад

Was kind of confused when you mentioned the GPH pump requirements for the EcoPlus 1.5hp. You said it requires 1300 GPH pumping power but most pumps don’t go that high. Then you say that’s why it’s a great option. Sounds contradictory. But I probably misinterpreted. I have the 1200 GPH Danner pump. Is that enough for the 1.5 EcoPlus?

@DavidMausJr 9 месяцев назад

for sure! That is what the site said but thats insane, you dont need that much to have it work. 1200 is solid

@luke1the3duke 9 месяцев назад

@@DavidMausJr awesome that’s good to know. I appreciate the clarification man. Thanks!

@kimt3817 10 месяцев назад

I got the Penguin 1/2 HP HE for my ice barrel, should do a comparison on that one

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

Love to!

@jondvorak5394 5 месяцев назад

How are you liking your penguin chiller? I’m looking at them at the moment and wondering if they’ll stand up to western Canada weather and multiple people doing multiple plunges a day.

@kimt3817 5 месяцев назад

@@jondvorak5394 I like it, works good. I did pull it and put it inside for the winter

@jasongulvartian5163 6 месяцев назад

will i damage my 1 1/2 hp water chiller if i use any* pump below the recommended strength?

@DavidMausJr 6 месяцев назад

No it shouldn’t damage the chiller. Just won’t get as cool as fast as you could.

@jasongulvartian5163 6 месяцев назад

How about if the pump is slightly higher* than the reccomended strength?@@DavidMausJr

@sevanski 10 месяцев назад

Can you add an in-line pump to your store so I can purchase through your affiliate network?

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

i use this pump and it can do both, Inline or submersible. amzn.to/445sVGM

@meowmix1569 Месяц назад

A 1/10 works great for me indoors to the high 50s

@DavidMausJr Месяц назад

nice!

@thelifeguardians 8 месяцев назад

I had the the plunge and the chiller went out after a year and two months. I don’t think it’s good for outdoor use. I’m gonna try the eco-

@DavidMausJr 8 месяцев назад

ECO is solid! Quiet too

@commentsbydjb 7 месяцев назад

What do you use for water filtration?

@DavidMausJr 7 месяцев назад

i legit use a small strainer. It works great.

@jblo76 4 месяца назад

Has anyone used one of these chillers in a regular bathtub? If so, would love to hear your feedback.

@josephtran1295 10 месяцев назад

Any issues with that Ecoplus sitting that close to the wall?

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

None at all

@MetalsForBrunch 10 месяцев назад

can I use this water chiller in my Jacuzzi tub?

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

For sure!

@flavrdPnut 7 месяцев назад

Is there not an affordable small chiller for a small ice bath tub?

@DavidMausJr 7 месяцев назад

There are a ton of other cheaper options, but not all are going to work the best

@thelifeguardians 8 месяцев назад

Has anyone tried? This is a compatible with the plunge Eco

@DavidMausJr 8 месяцев назад

They are all usually compatible, just might need a specific adapter.

@thomasbeck6102 10 месяцев назад

This is sick

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

Thanks!

@MatthewJohnson-yi2ei 10 месяцев назад

I just use ice and change my water once a week is that bad I use 10 gallon of ice every other day

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

Nice! I just got Ice Barrel Ice Blocks and they are pretty sweet!

@hammer1bad 10 месяцев назад

You say there’s only two ways what about a third using a freezer with a temperature controller??

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

You can totally do that too. I know a lot of people who have tried that route. Most do end up going to a tub/pump/chiller. 🤙🏽

@konradjoseph4740 9 месяцев назад

What about Penguin? Made in USA and they offer 3 year warranty

@DavidMausJr 9 месяцев назад

I have heard so many negative stories so I just stick to what I know is working for people. Tons of other options out there

@Dixon1430 6 месяцев назад

Does anyone use ozone with the grizzly coolers? Can they handle it? Thanks

@Dixon1430 6 месяцев назад

Great videos btw. I’m going to go with the eco plus chiller 1.5 hp!

@DavidMausJr 6 месяцев назад

Solid option! Yes they are pre drilled for Ozone tubes.

@user-ck5lv4hz3p 8 месяцев назад

Update: I unboxed the EcoPlus chiller and the manual says "Do not install in direct sunlight or where rain or water could splash on it". I guess it is not rated for outdoor use after all.

@DavidMausJr 8 месяцев назад

I have no idea why these products would have that on the boxes. They are made for hydroponics farms which are outside and every cold plunge company that uses them uses them outside as well. Mine have only been outside in the FL elements. (But this is not advice, just my experience)

@user-ck5lv4hz3p 8 месяцев назад

@@DavidMausJr thanks, has yours been in the rain and it still works fine?

@DavidMausJr 8 месяцев назад

Yep! Tons of rain @@user-ck5lv4hz3p

@MegaGsimon 8 месяцев назад

Would you mind sharing or possibly sending a message of how much was yours and the seller?

@kierankavanagh3327 8 месяцев назад

@@MegaGsimon sure, mine cost $1207 from a company called LED Grow Lights Depot. They seem to be a reseller for Hawthorne Gardening Company, because that company’s name was on the invoice

@_NickMorris_ 10 месяцев назад

My 1/3 Baoshishan amazon chiller does the trick for me in VA. Got it on prime day for $345.

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

Thats amazing!

@MatthewJohnson-yi2ei 10 месяцев назад

3900 what the heck that’s really good

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

Its insane.

@TheCatta1 7 месяцев назад

Is 10 amps too much en electricity bills ?

@DavidMausJr 7 месяцев назад

It can be. Depends on the temp outside and what tub you use. The chiller only pulls high amps when it is chilling the water. Once it reaches the set temp it turns off.

@MatthewJohnson-yi2ei 10 месяцев назад

How much is the half horsepower your cheapest one ?

@DavidMausJr 10 месяцев назад

Right now its $1055, amzn.to/454tpyl