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Water Testing
Know your numbers before adding anything
🎓 Professor's Pick
Water Testing
7-in-1 Pool & Hot Tub Test Strips (100 pack)
Tests pH, chlorine, alkalinity, hardness, cyanuric acid, bromine, and TDS in one dip. Results in 15 seconds. The Professor's go-to for quick weekly checks.
Water Testing
Poolmaster 5-Way Pool & Spa Test Kit
A reliable drop-test kit for accurate pH, chlorine, alkalinity, acid demand and bromine readings. Used by pool technicians. Far more accurate than test strips for diagnosing problem water.
Water Testing
AquaChek Yellow 4-Way Pool Test Strips (50 Pack)
Trusted by pool pros for over 25 years — AquaChek Yellow strips test Free Chlorine, pH, Total Alkalinity, and Cyanuric Acid in one quick dip. Bright, easy-to-read colour pads with a flat bottle design for accurate matching. 50 strips with a full-season freshness guarantee. Works for pools, spas, and hot tubs.
Water Testing
AquaChek TruTest Digital Refill Strips
Refill strips for the AquaChek TruTest digital reader — instant digital readout for pH, chlorine and alkalinity. No guessing colour charts. Perfect for the pool owner who wants precise, reliable results every time.
Pool Chemicals
The essentials for balanced, clear water
Top Pick
Chemicals
Baracuda PRO Strength Granular Pool Chlorine 4kg
The Professor's top pick for pool shock. Genuine Baracuda PRO Strength granular chlorine with 700g/kg available chlorine — kills algae and bacteria fast. Use as a regular weekly treatment or as a shock treatment after heavy rain or a green pool. Dissolves quickly, easy to dose. A trusted Aussie pool brand.
Chemicals
Lo-Chlor Multi Pool Stain Remover
Trusted Australian brand. Removes metal stains, waterline marks, and scale without draining your pool. Works on pebblecrete, fibreglass, and tiled pools. A must-have before any renovation quote.
Chemicals
HTH Pool Chlorine Sanitizer (Tabs)
Slow-dissolving chlorine tablets that keep your pool sanitised week after week. HTH is a globally trusted pool brand — simply pop them in your skimmer basket or floating dispenser. Easy, effective, no mess.
Chemicals
Silk Balance Shock Gems
Fast-dissolving shock treatment gems that oxidise organic contaminants, clear cloudy water, and reactivate your chlorine fast. Perfect after heavy rain, a pool party, or when your pool starts looking hazy. No pre-dissolving needed.
Chemicals
Floating Chlorine Tablet Dispenser (Adjustable)
The easiest way to keep chlorine levels steady — just load with tablets and let it float. Adjustable vents control the release rate. Works with standard 1" and 3" chlorine tablets. A must-have with the HTH tabs above.
Chemicals
MKLZ Clown Fish Chlorine Floater
Keep your pool sanitised in style! This fun clown fish dispenser holds 1" and 3" chlorine or bromine tablets and slowly releases them as it floats. Works in pools, hot tubs, and spas. Adjustable flow, kid-friendly design, and a guaranteed conversation starter at your next pool party.
Chemicals
MKLZ Sea Turtle Chlorine Floater
Keep chlorine levels steady with this fun collapsible sea turtle dispenser — fills with 1" or 3" chlorine or bromine tablets and slowly releases them as it bobs around your pool. Adorable design that kids love, vented base for easy flow control. Works in pools, hot tubs, and spas.
Chemicals
Doli Yearning Mini Chlorine Floater (Shark & Duck)
These adorable mini chlorine floaters come in shark and duck designs — perfect for smaller pools, hot tubs, and spas. Fits 1-inch chlorine tablets and slowly releases them to keep your water balanced and sanitised. A fun, compact alternative to standard dispensers. Kids love spotting them in the pool!
Chemicals
Cartoon Crab Chlorine Floater
A fun and functional chlorine dispenser shaped like a cartoon crab — holds up to 3 x 3-inch chlorine tabs, with adjustable flow control vents to dial in the perfect release rate. Heavy-duty plastic, suitable for small and large pools. A playful way to keep your pool water safe and balanced.
Chemicals
Clorox Pool & Spa pH Down (5lb)
Trusted Clorox brand pH reducer — lowers high pH quickly to protect against eye and skin irritation and keep your chlorine working effectively. High pH is one of the most common pool problems in Australia. This granular formula dissolves fast and is easy to dose. Includes 5lb (2.26kg) for good value.
Chemicals
HTH Pool Care pH Up (4lb)
Raises pool pH quickly and efficiently. Use when pH drops below 7.2 — common after heavy rain or shocking. Helps protect against corrosion and etching. Works with all pool types including saltwater.
Chemicals
ARM & HAMMER Clear Balance Pool pH & Alkalinity Tablets (24 Count)
The clever, no-mess way to keep your pool balanced. Each tablet uses pure ARM & HAMMER Baking Soda to maintain alkalinity and pH in one easy step — just drop one in for every chlorine tablet you use. No measuring, no mess, no guesswork. Keeps water crystal clear, gentler on skin and eyes, and helps your chlorine work harder. 24 tablets in a handy resealable bucket.
Cleaners & Vacuums
Keep the floor and walls spotless
🎓 Professor's Pick
Cleaners & Vacuums
Zodiac MX8 Automatic Pool Cleaner
Australia's #1 suction pool cleaner. The MX8 uses X-Drive navigation to clean your entire pool floor and walls — no dead spots. Runs off your existing pump, climbs walls, and self-parks. The Professor's top pick for hands-free pool maintenance.
🎓 Professor's Pick
Cleaners & Vacuums
Betta SE Solar Powered Robotic Pool Skimmer
Solar powered — no cords, no running costs. This smart surface skimmer roams your pool autonomously, collecting leaves, insects and debris before they sink and cause stains. 30-hour battery backup. Salt-chlorine tolerant motors. Truly set and forget.
Chemicals
HTH Non-Chlorine Shock Oxidizer
Clear cloudy pool and spa water without chlorine — ideal for weekly oxidising treatments or after heavy bather loads. This non-chlorine shock destroys organic contaminants, reduces odours, and restores water clarity fast. Safe to swim in just 15 minutes after treatment. Great for spas and hot tubs too.
Chemicals
HTH Salt Shock Stabilized Chlorinator
Specifically formulated for salt pools — this stabilized chlorine shock treats up to 10,000 gallons per dose. Comes in convenient 12oz pre-measured packets (pack of 5) so there's no guessing. Kills bacteria, clears cloudiness, and keeps your salt pool sparkling. Easy to use, fast-dissolving formula.
Cleaners & Vacuums
HydroTools Swimline Weighted Pool Vacuum Head
A heavy-duty weighted vacuum head that stays flat on your pool floor — no lifting or skipping. Essential for manual cleaning after treating a green pool or clearing debris. Compatible with standard pool poles and hoses. Built to last.
Cleaners & Vacuums
OSAMEDA 18" Pool Brush Head
Wide 18" brush head tackles algae, calcium deposits and dirt on pool walls, floors and steps. Compatible with standard pool poles. Essential when treating a green pool or doing your weekly scrub.
Cleaners & Equipment
EFURDEN Cordless Handheld Pool Vacuum
A powerful cordless pool vacuum that runs up to 90 minutes on a single charge — no hoses, no fuss. Perfect for sucking up sand, debris, and leaves from above-ground and in-ground pools, spas, and hot tubs. Compact, lightweight, and easy to use. A great grab-and-go cleaner.
Cleaners & Equipment
Sepetrel Pool Leaf Skimmer Net
A pool cleaning essential — this heavy-duty flat rake skimmer net has a reinforced frame and fine nylon mesh to scoop up leaves, bugs, and debris quickly. Fits standard telescopic pool poles (sold separately). Built tough enough for daily use in any Australian backyard pool, spa, or pond.
Cleaners & Equipment
POOLWHALE Professional Pool Skimmer Net (17.5")
A serious upgrade from a basic skimmer — the POOLWHALE features a double-layer deep fine mesh bag that scoops up leaves, debris, and fine particles in one pass. Easy scoop-edge design, weighted tabs to keep it submerged, and a wide 17.5" opening for fast pool cleaning. Works on inground and above ground pools.
Cleaners & Equipment
Sunnyglade Pool Leaf Rake (Heavy Duty)
A professional-grade pool leaf rake with a heavy-duty aluminium frame and fine mesh net bag — scoops up leaves, dirt, and fine debris fast. Deep bag design means fewer trips to empty it. Fits all standard telescopic poles. A reliable everyday cleaning tool for any Australian pool owner.
Cleaners & Equipment
Poolvio 15FT Telescopic Pool Pole
A must-have for any pool owner — this 3-piece adjustable aluminium pole extends up to 15 feet and works with skimmer nets, vacuum heads, and pool brushes. Strong grip with secure lock clamps so it won't slip mid-clean. Compatible with all standard pool attachments. Pairs perfectly with the skimmer net above.
Cleaners & Equipment
Intex Pool Maintenance Kit — Pole, Vacuum & Skimmer
Everything you need to keep your pool clean in one kit — a 94-inch (2.4m) telescoping aluminium pole, vacuum head that connects to your garden hose with a reusable debris bag, and a surface skimmer net for floating leaves and debris. Compact, lightweight, and great value. Perfect starter kit for any pool owner.
Cleaners & Equipment
Poolmaster Heavy Duty Pool Vacuum Hose — 30ft Swivel Cuff
A professional-grade 30-foot pool vacuum hose designed for in-ground pools. The swivel cuff eliminates kinking so you can clean every corner without fighting the hose. UV and chemical resistant EVA construction with spiral-wound strength for maximum water flow. Compatible with all standard vacuum heads and telescopic poles. Made in the USA.
Pool Inflatables
Floats, toys and games for the whole family
Pool Inflatables
Intex Giant Gator Ride-On Pool Float
Kids absolutely love this one. The Intex Giant Gator is a heavy-duty inflatable ride-on for ages 3+. Durable PVC, vibrant colours, and big enough for real fun. Intex is the world's #1 inflatable brand — built to last an Aussie summer.
Pool Inflatables
Inflatable Flamingo Pool Coasters (6-pack)
Adorable flamingo drink holders that float alongside you in the pool. A party essential for Aussie summers — keeps your drinks close and your poolside vibes high. Great gift idea too. Pack of 6.
Pool Inflatables
Intex Great White Shark Ride-On
The ultimate Aussie pool toy — kids can't get enough of this giant shark ride-on. Sturdy handles for grip, durable PVC construction, and big enough for older kids too. A guaranteed hit for school holidays and summer pool parties.
Pool Inflatables
Intex Pool Volleyball Game Set
Bring the competition to the pool! This Intex volleyball set includes a net, poles, and ball — sets up in minutes with no tools. Perfect for families and pool parties. Suitable for pools 183cm wide or more.
Pool Inflatables
Jasonwell Pool Float with Sun Canopy
A must-have for the Aussie sun — lounge in the pool without getting burnt. This inflatable float comes with a built-in canopy shade so you can float for hours protected from UV. Perfect for adults who love a long pool session.
Pool Inflatables
Inflatable Pool Lounger Float with Drink Holder
The ultimate adult pool float for lazy summer days. Lie back, soak up the sun, and keep your drink within reach — this lounger has a built-in cup holder so you never have to get out. Supports up to 120kg. Works in pools, rivers, and lakes.
Pool Inflatables
Intex Wave Rider Jet Ski Ride-On
Kids will love pretending they're on a jet ski with this bright, bold Intex Wave Rider. Heavy-duty grab handle for safety, wide stable base, and durable PVC construction. Perfect for ages 3+ and hours of pool fun over the summer holidays.
Pool Inflatables
JOYIN 3-Pack Fruit Tube Ring Pool Floats
Bright, fun and affordable — three inflatable fruit tube rings in watermelon, pineapple and kiwi designs. Great for kids and adults. Lightweight and easy to inflate. A colourful addition to any backyard pool party. Pack of 3 — great value.
Pool Inflatables
Intex Sprinkle Donut Tube
A fun donut-shaped pool tube that connects to a garden hose and sprinkles water as you float — perfect for hot Aussie summers. Kids and adults love it. Easy to inflate, durable PVC. A unique pool toy that keeps everyone cool and entertained.
Pool Inflatables
Intex Classic Donut Pool Float Tube
The classic pool float — simple, fun, and timeless. Intex's donut tube is perfect for chilling in the pool, drifting around, or letting the kids use as a swim aid. Bright colours, durable PVC, and quick to inflate. A pool bag essential.
Pool Inflatables
5 Feet Giant Inflatable Rubber Duck Pool Float
Make a splash with this giant 5-foot rubber duck float — the ultimate pool party accessory. Big enough for adults to ride, absolutely adored by kids. Heavy-duty PVC, vibrant yellow with classic rubber duck charm. Seriously hard to miss in the pool — perfect for summer pool parties and beach days.
Pool Inflatables
Jasonwell Inflatable Adult Pool Float
A stylish, heavy-duty inflatable float designed for adults. Lie back and relax in comfort — thick PVC, reinforced seams, and a wide platform that's stable in the water. Perfect for soaking up the Aussie sun without a care in the world.
Pool Inflatables
ACOMUZI Inflatable Water Hammock & Floating Dock
A serious upgrade from a regular pool float. This drop-stitch PVC floating dock is firm, stable, and big enough for the whole family to sit on. Fast inflation, heavy-duty construction — perfect for pools, lakes, and the sea. Available in 4ft to 12ft sizes.
Pool Inflatables
JOYIN 28" Inflatable Palm Tree Drink Cooler
Take your pool party to the next level — this giant inflatable palm tree doubles as an ice cooler that holds up to 100 cans! Fill with ice and drinks, set it up poolside, and you're ready to party. Multi-colour design, 28 inches tall, and a real conversation starter. Perfect for Aussie summer entertaining.
Pool Inflatables
Skirfy Dinosaur Pool Float with Sprinkler
Kids will absolutely love this 2-in-1 dinosaur pool float that doubles as a sprinkler — connect it to a garden hose and watch the water spray! Suitable for ages 3–8, made from durable PVC, and perfect for outdoor pools and backyard play in the Aussie summer heat. A guaranteed hit for toddlers and young kids.
Pool Inflatables
Giant 75cm Inflatable Watermelon Pool Ball
A massive 75cm watermelon-print inflatable ball — perfect for pool games, beach days, water parks, and backyard parties. Safe and soft for all ages, with bold red and green watermelon design that looks amazing in the water. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser at any Aussie summer pool party.
Pool Inflatables
Breathffy 12-Pack Watermelon Inflatable Beach Balls (12")
The ultimate pool party pack — 12 bright watermelon-print inflatable beach balls, each 12 inches when blown up. Perfect for Hawaiian luau themes, tropical pool parties, and summer games. Great value for birthday parties, end-of-school celebrations, or just keeping a pile of them around the pool for the kids. Lightweight, durable, and ridiculously fun.
Pool Inflatables
Intex Enchanted Unicorn Ride-On (1.98m)
A beautiful, large-scale unicorn ride-on at almost 2 metres long — big enough for older kids and teens. Gorgeous pastel colours with glittery detail. Stable base with handles for easy riding. The pool toy every kid will be begging for this summer.
Pool Inflatables
Intex Realistic Turtle Ride-On
Super cute and realistic-looking turtle pool float for kids. Sturdy handles, durable PVC, and bright colours — perfect for little ones who love sea creatures. Ages 3+. A great gift that will be used all summer long.
Pool Accessories & Storage
Everything to keep your pool area organised and equipped
🎓 Professor's Pick
Accessories & Storage
ThermoPro Waterproof Wireless Pool Thermometer
Professor's Pick. Know your pool temperature at a glance — the wireless transmitter sends live readings to an indoor display. Water temperature directly affects chlorine effectiveness, so this one earns its keep. Fully waterproof & floats.
Accessories & Storage
GAME Classic Floating Pool Thermometer
The simple, no-fuss way to check your pool temperature — just toss it in and read the dual Fahrenheit/Celsius scale instantly. Pool temperature directly affects how much chlorine you need, so this is a practical tool every pool owner should have. Durable, accurate, and costs next to nothing.
Accessories & Storage
VISOFO Floating Bluetooth Pool Speaker with Lights
Take your pool parties to the next level — this waterproof IP68 Bluetooth speaker floats on the water and lights up at night. Wireless, portable, and pairs instantly with your phone. Perfect for pool parties, hot tubs, and outdoor entertaining all summer.
Accessories & Storage
Solar Floating Flickering Flame Pool Lights
Create a magical poolside atmosphere with these solar-powered floating lights that mimic a flickering candle flame. Three modes — flame, white light, and colour gradient. Fully waterproof, zero running costs, and perfect for ponds, pools, and garden parties. Switch on at dusk and let them do the rest.
Accessories & Storage
Intex Solar Powered LED Floating Pool Light
From the world's #1 inflatable brand — this solar-powered floating ball light slowly cycles through colours and turns on automatically at night. No batteries, no wiring, zero running costs. Simply drop it in the pool and enjoy a stunning glow all evening. A simple, reliable way to transform your pool after dark.
Accessories & Storage
Solar Floating Duck Pool Lights (Pack of 2)
Add a magical glow to your pool at night — these 41cm solar-powered inflatable duck lights float on the water, charge by day, and light up automatically at dusk. Waterproof, colourful LED glow, and zero running costs. Perfect for evening swims and pool parties. Pack of 2.
Accessories & Storage
Solar Floating Flamingo Lights (Pack of 2)
These gorgeous flamingo lights glow in the dark and float effortlessly on the water — solar-powered, fully waterproof, and completely free to run. Set them out before sunset and enjoy a dreamy pink glow all evening. A stunning, low-effort way to elevate your pool aesthetic. Pack of 2.
Accessories & Storage
Goallim Solar Floating Swan Lights (Pack of 2)
Elegant inflatable swan lights that float on your pool and glow in the dark — colour-changing LEDs, solar-powered with no running costs, and fully waterproof. Perfect for evening swims, backyard parties, or simply adding a wow-factor to your pool. Includes 2 swans.
Accessories & Storage
Aoxun Waterproof Lockable Chemical Storage Cabinet
Store your pool chemicals safely, securely, and off the ground. This tall vertical cabinet is waterproof, UV-resistant, and lockable — essential if you have kids or pets. Keeps chemicals organised and protected from the elements year-round.
Accessories & Storage
Grand Patio Weather-Resistant Pool Storage Box
A sturdy, weather-resistant outdoor storage box perfect for pool accessories, toys, and equipment. UV-resistant lid, strong enough to double as extra seating. Keep your pool area tidy and your gear protected from the Aussie sun and rain.
Accessories & Storage
Lockable Outdoor Storage Container (Water-Resistant)
A versatile lockable storage solution for pool chemicals, toys, and equipment. Water-resistant construction keeps contents dry and protected. Can double as poolside furniture. Great for keeping your pool area safe and organised with kids around.
Accessories & Storage
VEVOR Poolside Storage Organizer
Designed specifically for pool areas — store cleaning equipment, chemicals, inflatables and accessories in one tidy spot. Durable, rust-resistant construction that handles the Aussie outdoors. Keeps your pool deck looking neat and organised all season.
Accessories & Storage
POOLHOUR XXL Pool Float Storage Bin — Rolling Cart (Black)
The XL upgrade for big collections of pool gear — this heavy-duty black mesh rolling bin holds noodles, large floats, balls, and all your poolside equipment. Breathable mesh sides dry gear fast, and the rolling cart means you can move the whole lot with ease. No tools needed to assemble.
Accessories & Storage
POOLHOUR Pool Float Storage — Mesh Rolling Bin (Cyan)
Keep your pool area tidy and your gear easy to find. This large mesh rolling bin stores pool noodles, floats, balls, and all your poolside equipment — breathable mesh stops mildew, and the wheels mean you can roll it wherever you need it. A backyard game-changer.