What outlet does a cold plunge need?
We checked 7 cold plunges. The 4 that list what they need all run on normal household power (110-120 volts) with a 15- or 20-amp breaker. But only 1 of the 7 says what plug it has.
Updated November 1, 2026 · Checked on each company's website, help pages and manuals · How we check
0 of 7
companies post a safety certificate for their plunge
6 of 7
don't say what plug it has
1,150 lb
Plunge All-In filled with water. Plunge is the only company here that lists a full weight.
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cold plunges recalled by the government's safety agency (CPSC) as of November 1, 2026
Does your plunge keep tripping the breaker?
We can't tell you how to wire anything. We can show you what the company says your plunge should be plugged into, so you know what to ask.
- Find your plunge in the chart below and note what it needs.
- Find the breaker for that outlet. The amp number is printed on the switch.
- Share both with the company's support team and a licensed electrician.
Compare them
Gray the company doesn't say · Red the company's own pages don't match
| Plunge | Volts | Breaker | Plug | Chiller size | Water | Weight when full | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plunge All-InPlunge | 120 V | product page 15 A dedicated circuit; help center says dedicated 20 A and that 15 A is not reliable | Not listed | 0.75 HP on product page; 1 HP on compare page | 105 gal | 1,150 lb | $9,990 cold only; $10,490 with heater Check price |
| Plunge AirPlunge | 110 V | 15 A (recommended) | Not listed | 1/2 HP | 105 gal | 903.7 lb | $5,490 cold only; $5,990 with heater Check price |
| Ice Barrel ChillerIce Barrel | ~115 V, 60 Hz | 15 A max overcurrent protection (MOP) | Not listed | 1/2 HP | — | — | $3,999.99 Check price |
| 1HP chiller + Pro tubPlunge Chill | Not listed | Not listed | Not listed | 1 HP | 200 gal tub capacity (chiller rated up to 110 gal) | Not listed | $1,499 Check price |
| Tub + 1/3 HP chillerPlunge Chill | Not listed | Not listed | Not listed | 1/3 HP (600 W) | 92 gal | Not listed | $569 Check price |
| DropBlueCube | 120 V | 20 A | NEMA 5-20P (Leviton self-testing GFCI right-angle plug) | Not listed | Not listed | Not listed | $11,750 (custom color $14,250) Check price |
| Prestige Cold Plunge 2.0Nordik | 110-120 V | Not listed | Not listed | 1.5 HP | 400 L (~106 gal) | Not listed | CA$7,999 (store prices in CAD) Check price |
Chiller size is in horsepower (HP), the cooling unit's power. Click a plunge for every detail with its source link. Tubs with no power, like the Ice Barrel 500, aren't in this chart. A licensed electrician must confirm what your home needs.
Where the numbers don't add up
Plunge All-In: 15 or 20 amps?
The product page says a 15-amp breaker. Plunge's help center says 20 amps, and that 15 isn't reliable. The chiller is listed as 0.75 HP on one page and 1 HP on another.
See the sourcesPlunge Chill: tub bigger than its chiller
The 1HP bundle's tub holds 200 gallons. The chiller that comes with it is rated for up to 110 gallons.
See the sourcesNordik Prestige 2.0: heater too big for the plug?
Nordik lists a 4,600-watt heater and a 110-120 volt plug. A heater that size would draw about 38 amps at 120 volts, far more than a household outlet is built for. We couldn't find Nordik's explanation; ask them before you buy.
See the sourcesOne question to ask before you buy
Ask the company: "Is this plunge certified to UL 1563, and what's the certificate number?" UL 1563 is the main safety standard for hot tubs and spas, and it covers cold tubs too. In June 2026 it added rules for chillers that use flammable coolant.
Source: UL 1563, Standard for Electric Spas, Equipment Assemblies, and Associated Equipment (7th edition, revised June 1, 2026), sold by UL Standards & Engagement at shopulstandards.com.
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Questions people ask
What outlet does a cold plunge need?
Of the 7 powered cold plunges we checked, the 4 that list it run on normal household power (110-120 volts) with a 15- or 20-amp breaker. 6 of 7 don't say what plug they have. A licensed electrician must confirm what your home needs.
Does a cold plunge need its own breaker?
Plunge (All-In) and BlueCube (Drop) say yes. Plunge suggests one for the Plunge Air. The others we checked don't say.
How heavy is a cold plunge full of water?
Plunge is the only company we checked that lists it: Plunge All-In 1,150 lb and Plunge Air 903.7 lb.
Has any cold plunge been recalled?
No cold plunge product appears in the government's safety agency (CPSC) recall list as of November 1, 2026.