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Which above ground pool should you actually buy?

With no preferences selected: Heritage Pool Round Above Ground Pool Kit (Silver) comes first in this spec comparison. None of these 28 has a verified Amazon listing yet, so this page ranks them on published specs only and has no Amazon buying links.

28 above ground pools compared.

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Five options for different needs

Each option suits a different need. Bigger is useful only if it suits your setup.

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Heritage Pool Round Above Ground Pool Kit (Silver)

#1 of 28 in the spec comparison. 17,895 gal capacity · highest of 28 models; 27 ft diameter · highest of 22 models.

Why consider it

  • 17,895 gal capacity.
  • 27 ft diameter.

Before you choose

For your setup, check liner material: 100% virgin vinyl overlap liner.

Buy it ifYou want 17,895 gal capacity.
Skip it ifYou need a different option for liner material; this model has 100% virgin vinyl overlap liner.
Capacity: 17,895 galDepth: 4.33 ftPump: 2,650 gph
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Capacity17,895 gal
Depth4.33 ft
Pump2,650 gph
Filter TypeSand
Frame MaterialSteel
Liner Material100% virgin vinyl overlap liner
Diameter27 ft

7 of 7 specs available · specs checked July 1, 2026 · Source ↗

No verified listing yet — check the maker's site for this model.

For Up to 6,021 gal capacity

Intex Ultra XTR Frame Rectangular Pool Set

#10 of 28 in the spec comparison. 2,100 gph pump · joint 4th highest of 28 models; 5,245 gal capacity · 17th highest of 28 models.

Why consider it

  • 2,100 gph pump.
  • 5,245 gal capacity.

Before you choose

Diameter is unknown; confirm it before ordering.

Buy it ifYou want 2,100 gph pump.
Skip it ifYou need a different option for capacity; this model has 5,245 gal.
Capacity: 5,245 galDepth: 4.33 ftPump: 2,100 gph
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Capacity5,245 gal
Depth4.33 ft
Pump2,100 gph
Filter TypeSand
Frame MaterialSteel
Liner MaterialPolyester-mesh laminated PVC
DiameterNot listed

6 of 7 specs available · specs checked July 1, 2026 · Source ↗

No verified listing yet — check the maker's site for this model.

For Up to 4 ft depth

Bestway Steel Pro MAX Round Pool Set

#12 of 28 in the spec comparison. 1,500 gph pump · joint 10th highest of 28 models; 8,060 gal capacity · 9th highest of 28 models.

Why consider it

  • 1,500 gph pump.
  • 8,060 gal capacity.

Before you choose

For your setup, check capacity: 8,060 gal.

Buy it ifYou want 1,500 gph pump.
Skip it ifYou need a different option for capacity; this model has 8,060 gal.
Capacity: 8,060 galDepth: 4 ftPump: 1,500 gph
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Capacity8,060 gal
Depth4 ft
Pump1,500 gph
Filter TypeSand
Frame MaterialSteel
Liner MaterialTritech 3-ply vinyl
Diameter20 ft

7 of 7 specs available · specs checked July 1, 2026 · Source ↗

No verified listing yet — check the maker's site for this model.

For Up to 1,000 gph pump

Intex Prism Frame Pool Set

#19 of 28 in the spec comparison. liner material: 3-ply puncture-resistant vinyl · 6 of 28 models have this; 4,440 gal capacity · 19th highest of 28 models.

Why consider it

  • Liner material: 3-ply puncture-resistant vinyl.
  • 4,440 gal capacity.

Before you choose

For your setup, check capacity: 4,440 gal.

Buy it ifYou want 3-ply puncture-resistant vinyl liner material.
Skip it ifYou need a different option for capacity; this model has 4,440 gal.
Capacity: 4,440 galDepth: 4 ftPump: 1,000 gph
See all 7 scored specs
Capacity4,440 gal
Depth4 ft
Pump1,000 gph
Filter TypeCartridge
Frame MaterialSteel
Liner Material3-ply puncture-resistant vinyl
Diameter15 ft

7 of 7 specs available · specs checked July 1, 2026 · Source ↗

No verified listing yet — check the maker's site for this model.

Also compare · Intex Ultra XTR Frame Round Pool Set

Intex Ultra XTR Frame Round Pool Set

#2 of 28 in the spec comparison. 2,650 gph pump · joint highest of 28 models; 14,659 gal capacity · 2nd highest of 28 models.

Why consider it

  • 2,650 gph pump.
  • 14,659 gal capacity.

Before you choose

For your setup, check capacity: 14,659 gal.

Buy it ifYou want 2,650 gph pump.
Skip it ifYou need a different option for capacity; this model has 14,659 gal.
Capacity: 14,659 galDepth: 4.33 ftPump: 2,650 gph
See all 7 scored specs
Capacity14,659 gal
Depth4.33 ft
Pump2,650 gph
Filter TypeSand
Frame MaterialSteel
Liner MaterialPolyester-mesh laminated PVC
Diameter24 ft

7 of 7 specs available · specs checked July 1, 2026 · Source ↗

No verified listing yet — check the maker's site for this model.

Comparing Heritage Pool Round Above Ground Pool Kit (Silver) · Intex Ultra XTR Frame Round Pool Set

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Published specification comparison
SpecHeritage Pool Round Above Ground Pool Kit (Silver)No preferences selected.Intex Ultra XTR Frame Round Pool SetNo preferences selected.
Capacity17,895 gal14,659 gal
Liner Material100% virgin vinyl overlap linerPolyester-mesh laminated PVC
Diameter27 ft24 ft

Heritage Pool Round Above Ground Pool Kit (Silver)

No preferences selected.

Capacity
17,895 gal
Liner Material
100% virgin vinyl overlap liner
Diameter
27 ft

Intex Ultra XTR Frame Round Pool Set

No preferences selected.

Capacity
14,659 gal
Liner Material
Polyester-mesh laminated PVC
Diameter
24 ft

Heritage Pool Round Above Ground Pool Kit (Silver)

No verified listing yet.

Intex Ultra XTR Frame Round Pool Set

No verified listing yet.

All 28 models, with reasons

— = no verified listing yet. The published order is independent of links.

All models and their decision specs
#ProductWhy it’s hereDecision specsCompareAction
1Heritage Pool Round Above Ground Pool Kit (Silver)3,236 gal more capacity · 3 ft more diameter vs #2.Capacity: 17,895 galDepth: 4.33 ftPump: 2,650 gph—
2Intex Ultra XTR Frame Round Pool Set557 gal more capacity · 550 gph more pump vs #3.Capacity: 14,659 galDepth: 4.33 ftPump: 2,650 gph—
3Heritage Pool Round Above Ground Pool Kit (Silver)304 gal more capacity vs #4.Capacity: 14,102 galDepth: 4.33 ftPump: 2,100 gph—
4Bestway Power Steel Rectangular Pool Set4,446 gal more capacity vs #5.Capacity: 13,798 galDepth: 4.33 ftPump: 2,100 gph—
5Intex Ultra XTR Frame Rectangular Pool Set550 gph more pump vs #6.Capacity: 9,352 galDepth: 4.33 ftPump: 2,650 gph—
6Heritage Pool Round Above Ground Pool Kit (Silver)1,605 gal more capacity · 600 gph more pump vs #7.Capacity: 10,805 galDepth: 4.33 ftPump: 2,100 gph—
7Doughboy Premier Steel Wall Oval Pool2,219 gal more capacity vs #8.Capacity: 9,200 galDepth: 4.33 ftPump: 1,500 gph—
#1 Heritage Pool Round Above Ground Pool Kit (Silver)
3,236 gal more capacity · 3 ft more diameter vs #2.
Capacity: 17,895 galDepth: 4.33 ftPump: 2,650 gph
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#2 Intex Ultra XTR Frame Round Pool Set
557 gal more capacity · 550 gph more pump vs #3.
Capacity: 14,659 galDepth: 4.33 ftPump: 2,650 gph
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#3 Heritage Pool Round Above Ground Pool Kit (Silver)
304 gal more capacity vs #4.
Capacity: 14,102 galDepth: 4.33 ftPump: 2,100 gph
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#4 Bestway Power Steel Rectangular Pool Set
4,446 gal more capacity vs #5.
Capacity: 13,798 galDepth: 4.33 ftPump: 2,100 gph
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#5 Intex Ultra XTR Frame Rectangular Pool Set
550 gph more pump vs #6.
Capacity: 9,352 galDepth: 4.33 ftPump: 2,650 gph
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#6 Heritage Pool Round Above Ground Pool Kit (Silver)
1,605 gal more capacity · 600 gph more pump vs #7.
Capacity: 10,805 galDepth: 4.33 ftPump: 2,100 gph
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#7 Doughboy Premier Steel Wall Oval Pool
2,219 gal more capacity vs #8.
Capacity: 9,200 galDepth: 4.33 ftPump: 1,500 gph
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28 matching models

How we rank and where the facts come from

We compare published specifications, not hands-on experience. Requirements filter the set; the sealed published order is unchanged. The index uses fixed weights and gives missing specs a midpoint. That is an assumption, not evidence of fit or quality. Unknown details cannot qualify a match.

What changed: specs in this snapshot were checked July 1, 2026. This package includes no prior spec revision; changes to individual values cannot be established.

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Weights: Capacity 24% · Depth 18% · Pump 16% · Filter Type 14% · Frame Material 10% · Liner Material 10% · Diameter 8%.

  1. Heritage Pool Round Above Ground Pool Kit (Silver): 97/100
  2. Intex Ultra XTR Frame Round Pool Set: 92/100
  3. Heritage Pool Round Above Ground Pool Kit (Silver): 86/100
  4. Bestway Power Steel Rectangular Pool Set: 84/100
  5. Intex Ultra XTR Frame Rectangular Pool Set: 81/100
  6. Heritage Pool Round Above Ground Pool Kit (Silver): 80/100
  7. Doughboy Premier Steel Wall Oval Pool: 74/100
  8. Intex Ultra XTR Frame Round Pool Set: 74/100
  9. Doughboy Premier Steel Wall Round Pool: 72/100
  10. Intex Ultra XTR Frame Rectangular Pool Set: 72/100
  11. Heritage Pool Round Above Ground Pool Kit (Silver): 71/100
  12. Bestway Steel Pro MAX Round Pool Set: 69/100
  13. Intex Ultra XTR Frame Round Pool Set: 69/100
  14. Summer Waves Elite Rectangular Frame Pool: 68/100
  15. Bestway Power Steel Oval Pool Set: 66/100
  16. Heritage Pool Round Above Ground Pool Kit (Silver): 66/100
  17. Intex Prism Frame Pool Set: 63/100
  18. Intex Ultra XTR Frame Round Pool Set: 61/100
  19. Intex Prism Frame Pool Set: 55/100
  20. Bestway Steel Pro MAX Round Pool Set: 54/100
  21. Summer Waves Active Metal Frame Round Pool: 52/100
  22. Intex Easy Set Inflatable Pool: 51/100
  23. Summer Waves Quick Set Inflatable Ring Pool: 39/100
  24. Intex Easy Set Inflatable Pool: 37/100
  25. Intex Easy Set Inflatable Pool: 33/100
  26. Intex Easy Set Inflatable Pool: 30/100
  27. Bestway Steel Pro MAX Round Pool Set: 30/100
  28. Summer Waves Quick Set Inflatable Ring Pool: 27/100

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