Fibreglass vs liner vs swim spa
The honest side-by-side. Tell us what matters most and we’ll show you where each one shines. There’s no single right answer.
Best for keeping the budget kind: Modular / liner. Read the fine print below.
Fibreglass, modular liner and swim spa compared
Fibreglass
- COST FEEL
- $$$ Premium up front, cheapest to run over its life
- INSTALL
- ~10 days on site (plus consent). Craned in as one piece
- DURABILITY
- Engineered shell, lifetime structural warranty
- MAINTENANCE
- Lowest: smooth gelcoat resists algae, fewest chemicals
- DIY?
- No. Our crew installs, consent handled for Canterbury
- BEST FOR
- Forever homes, families, low-fuss owners
- BEST FOR BUDGET
Modular / liner
- COST FEEL
- $ The most affordable way to a real family pool
- INSTALL
- A weekend or two. Many owners build it themselves
- DURABILITY
- Solid steel-frame ranges; liner replaced every ~10 years
- MAINTENANCE
- Moderate: liners need gentler water balance
- DIY?
- Yes. Flat-pack with everything included, handyperson-friendly
- BEST FOR
- First pools, growing families, renters-turned-owners
Swim spa
- COST FEEL
- $$ Mid-range, plus heating costs (it earns them year-round)
- INSTALL
- Days. Delivered assembled, needs a pad and power
- DURABILITY
- Acrylic shell and insulated cabinet, built for constant heat
- MAINTENANCE
- Easy: small volume, covered when not in use
- DIY?
- Mostly. Site prep and electrician, then it’s craned on
- BEST FOR
- Small sections, swimmers-in-training, year-round soakers