The chiller-heater-filter unit is the engine of a modern cold plunge and jacuzzi setup. Three jobs, one machine: cool the water on demand, heat the same water when you want a soak, and circulate-and-filter between sessions so the tub stays clean for weeks.
What it does
- Cools water from ambient down to ~3°C for ice baths
- Heats water up to ~40°C for jacuzzi-style soaking
- Circulates and filters between sessions to keep water clean
- Holds temperature — set it and the tub stays where you want it
Energy efficiency and consistency
The unit only runs the compressor when needed to maintain temperature. Insulated tub + a fitted cover means standby energy use is modest. Importantly, the temperature is consistent — the same 6°C every morning, without guessing or buying bags of ice.
Why this matters in Kenya
Reliable bagged ice in Nairobi is expensive and inconsistent. A closed-loop chiller lets homes, gyms, lodges and spas run consistent sessions without an ice supply chain. One-time equipment cost replaces ongoing ice spend.
Buy the machine once. Stop buying ice forever.
Home and commercial use
The 2HP unit handles single-household use comfortably and supports light commercial use — gyms, small spas, retreats. Higher-throughput operations may benefit from a second unit. See the unit or buy the complete Ice Bath + Jacuzzi System.
Frequently asked questions
Can it heat and cool the same water?+
Yes — set the target temperature; the unit cools or heats accordingly.
Do I still need ice?+
No. The chiller cools water directly so you don't depend on ice purchases.
How loud is it?+
Conversational volume — comparable to a domestic AC unit.
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