9 Best Cold Plunge Tubs, Tested & Reviewed 2024

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is taking over the wellness world. Celebs like and , are hopping on the trend with the best cold plunge tubs. Yep, Americans are purposefully subjecting themselves to a popular form of cryotherapy: submerging in sub-zero waters for a host of alleged health benefits including mood regulation, reducing joint and muscle pain, improving immune system function, and more.“People use cold plunge tubs for a variety of reasons,” says , a board-certified orthopedic surgeon in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and the founder of . “Many athletes and people who work out recreationally will use these as a method of reducing inflammation after bouts of exercise.

Other people use cold plunges for mental health benefits and potential increases in stress resiliency.”We tapped experts to learn more about this practice and it's benefits (do we really need to subject ourselves to this kind of thing?), and asked enthusiasts to test the best, most highly-rated models on the market.All products featured on Glamour are independently selected by our editors.

However, when you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commission.Ion PlungeTesters overwhelmingly gravitated towards the Ice Barrel 400.

It holds more than 100 gallons of water and comfortably fits taller people (up to 6’6”) and supports 750 pounds. We appreciate the compact design compared to more permanent options.