My partner and I never struggle to get in our daily movement.
But as much as we love staying active, our bodies feel the price.
Cold plunges cause blood vessels to constrict, which canreduce swelling and inflammationin the body.
And my aforementioned knee pain?
It’s entirely gone.
Polar Monkeys Brainpod 2.0
Our testing process
What is Polar Monkeys?
Polar Monkeys is an exceptionwe initially included the brand in our original cold plunge tub guide in 2021.
Unlike the Portal 2.0, the acrylic tub is fully insulated.
Available ina few different designsincluding artist-made printshe tub has a modern silhouette with underwater lighting.
When the tub is delivered it’s on a palette, though it onlyweighs 110 poundswhen empty.
My partner and I couldeasily move the tubto our desired location on the side of the yard.
From there, we simply had to fill the tub and plug it in.
We paid close attention to where we wanted to place the chiller.
(However the brand says this is not a necessary step!)
We also opted to turn the tub off between uses to conserve energy.
Luckily, Polar Monkeys makes it incredible easy.
The 6-month kitcosts $169 and includes sanitizer, oxidizer, test strips, and two pH balancing solutions.
This allows you to keep up a proper protocol without constantly changing your water.
We’vehad to drain our tub a few timesto get out these unwanted particles.
We’ve also found this causes water to flood the area when we drain it.
Luckily, you could always use a hose to drain the tub instead to prevent the flooding.
I highly recommend changing these monthly.
How much do Polar Monkeys tubs cost?
Polar Monkeys tubsstart at $4,350 and go up to $7,100for the brand’s luxury stainless steel design.
TheBrainpod 2.0is a mid-tier option and the brand’s signature offering, with a starting price of $5,580.
All cold plunges areavailable with 24-month financingwith 0% APR directly from the brand.
The tubs are alsoHSA- and FSA-eligiblevia Truemed.
And yes, international shipping is available.
Every modelincludes a 1-year limited warranty, which covers workmanship and material defects.
It’s worth noting Polar Monkeys hasa 15% restocking fee for returns.
This covers the return shipping, processing, and testing by the brand.
Be warned: Your product must be in its original condition and packaging.
There are no refunds for accessories or supplies.
I plunge for 3 minutes daily andexperience way less inflammation, including fewer arthritis flare ups.
This allows me topush myself harder in workouts(and I do them more frequently).
Not getting a tub sooner.
