Water volume
Tub plus connected pipework.
CHILLER COLLECTION / THREE OPERATING ROUTES
Cold Plunge Chiller Manufacturer: Compare the Complete Model Range
Use this cold plunge chiller manufacturer page to compare the complete OMNI Ice chiller catalogue in four clear families: 0.5–0.8HP essential models, 1HP smart all-in-one systems, 0°C deep-freeze machines, and a secondary range for compact pool projects.
01 Everyday cooling02 Connected operation03 0°C projects
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COMPLETE MODEL INDEX
Ten current machines, separated by the job they are built to do.
The index lists cold-plunge models first, followed by the separate pool range. Listed figures are comparison cues; confirm the exact voltage, configuration and test condition on the quotation.
Model / routeDutyListed envelopeSystemsStarting fit
01 / EssentialProValue CH-08 0.8HP Ice Bath Chiller for Cold Plunge Tubs0.8HP · 2.04kW3–35°C listedPhysical controlsHome and light-use cooling↗02 / EssentialCHU-05-RV 1/2 HP Water Chiller for Cold Plunge – 0°C Portable Unit0.5HP · 1.48kW0–40°C listedPortable · WiFi/AppCompact basic installations↗03 / Smart1HP Smart Cold Plunge Chiller System | Heating + Filtration + WiFi1HP class3–42°C listedHeat · pump · filter · ozone · WiFiAll-in-one connected systems↗04 / SmartSmart 1HP Cold Plunge Chiller Unit with Heater & Filter1HP class3–42°C listedHeat · pump · filter · ozone · WiFiIntegrated brand programmes↗05 / SmartFrostCore Ice Bath Chiller with Heater, WiFi & Ozone2.40–2.50kW listed3–42°C listedHeat · pump · filter · ozone · WiFiAdvanced operator control↗06 / Deep freezeCHU-15 Cold Plunge Chiller with 0°C Cooling – 1.5HP Smart Unit1.5HP · 4.30kW0–42°C listedTouchscreen · WiFi · water careHigher-capacity 0°C projects↗07 / Deep freezeCold Plunge Chiller and Filter 1HP Ice Making to 0°C with WiFi and Ozone1HP · 2.81kW0–40°C listedHeat · pump · filter · ozone · WiFi1HP ice-making direction↗08 / Pool / auxiliaryArcticSlim Ice Bath Chiller3–5kW series5–20m³ listedR32 · pool water loopCompact pool-volume projects↗09 / Pool / auxiliaryPolarCube Ice Bath Chiller1.51–18.1kW series10–70m³ listed0.5–6HP series · R32Multiple small-pool sizes↗10 / Pool / auxiliaryTechFreeze Ice Bath Chiller3.25–17.8kW series5–70m³ listed0.9–5.1HP series · R32Small pool and spa projects↗
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Open small pool water chillers ↗Pool chillers stay available without becoming the main cold-plunge message.
Use the separate pool page for that secondary sizing route.
ROUTE BEFORE MODEL
Start with the operating target—not the biggest horsepower label.
These three published routes separate everyday cooling, connected operation and deep-freeze requirements before a model is shortlisted. Choose the product family that matches the intended use.
01 / EVERYDAY ROUTEEssential cooling
For buyers who need straightforward water cooling and simpler controls. Included pump, filtration and heating still depend on the exact SKU.
Open route ↗
02 / CONNECTED ROUTESmart operation
For buyers who need scheduled operation or remote adjustment. Wi-Fi, app control, heating, ozone and filtration are model-level features, not blanket category claims.
Open route ↗03 / DEEP-FREEZE ROUTE0°C & ice-making
For low-temperature projects, review the complete test conditions: water volume, ambient, start point, target, run time, insulation and flow.
Open route ↗Why these pages are separate
Essential, smart-controlled and deep-freeze models serve different operating requirements. Use the relevant family page for its specifications and selection requirements.
SYSTEM MATCHING
Match the water loop before you compare horsepower.
Review the chiller together with the tub, water-care system, controls and operating conditions. These three real component views show what must be confirmed beyond the front-panel photo.
Confirm port size, hose route, lift and the components supplied with the selected model.
Match filtration, pump and ozone functions to the actual SKU and maintenance routine.
Check the local panel, scheduling, connectivity and low-temperature control route by model.
SIX PROJECT INPUTS
Give the factory a usable operating brief.
These inputs narrow the route before an exact model is approved.
Start → target
Starting and operating temperature.
Ambient
Indoor/outdoor and exposure.
Run window
Pull-down time and daily duty.
Water loop
Hoses, pump, filter and cover.
Power & market
Voltage, frequency and destination.
TECHNICAL REFERENCEOpen the full 10-point specification checklist+
#DecisionDefineRequestAvoid
Cooling load
Tub water volume, start temperature, target, ambient and allowed pull-down time.
A written performance condition for the exact model—not an isolated setpoint.
A temperature promise with no litres, ambient or test duration.
Hydraulic loop
Ports, hose length, lift, pump curve, filter, flow protection and pressure loss.
A loop diagram showing supplied and site-provided components.
Assuming nominal pump flow remains unchanged after installation.
Heat control
Insulation, cover, sun exposure, ventilation and heat rejected into the room.
Placement clearance and ambient operating guidance.
Sizing while ignoring the tub, cover and enclosure.
Controls
Local panel, schedules, app access, heating and water-care functions by SKU.
The current feature list and what works without Wi-Fi.
Transferring one model's smart functions to the whole range.
Electrical route
Voltage, frequency, plug, circuit, protection and destination-market requirements.
Nameplate data and model-specific documents before shipment.
Choosing by plug shape while overlooking current draw and installation.
Verification
Drawings, current datasheet, agreed test condition, inspection points and packaging.
Evidence linked to the quoted model, variant and order scope.
Generic certificates or videos without product traceability.
Refrigeration architecture
Compressor/control direction, heat-exchanger arrangement, fan path and model envelope.
A current system description plus ventilation and service clearances.
Treating different cabinet or compressor platforms as cosmetic variants.
Refrigerant & service
Exact refrigerant, service context and destination-market responsibilities.
Model nameplate information and a qualified local service plan where required.
Using one refrigerant statement for every market and production period.
Noise & vibration
Operating mode, measurement distance, mounting, airflow and occupied spaces.
A model-specific measurement condition and site mitigation plan.
Publishing one sound number with no mode, distance or ambient context.
Change control
Approved components, substitutions, firmware, artwork and acceptance points.
A signed specification revision and a process for communicating changes.
Relying on a sample photo while the controlled specification remains undefined.
Model-level boundary. Final cooling performance, refrigerant, controls and supplied water-loop components must be confirmed against the named model, variant and documented test condition.
REAL FACTORY EVIDENCE
See the build path behind the catalogue.
Assembly, refrigeration-line and packout views help buyers connect a quotation to the way a unit is built, checked and prepared. Review these three areas with the supplier.
Assembly & inspection
Link visible checks and test records to the quoted SKU.
Refrigeration line
Review the production route, component control and test points.
Packout & shipment
Approve protection, accessories, marks and receiving needs.
FROM REQUIREMENT TO SUPPLY
A four-step approval path.
Agree on a named model, its operating conditions and the written supply scope.
Define the load
Tub, target, ambient, run time, water loop and power.
Choose the route
Essential, smart-controlled or deep-freeze.
Confirm the model
Specification, included parts and destination requirements.
Approve supply
Branding, QA records, packaging and handoff.
CHOOSE BY USE
Start with the buyer and setting—not the horsepower label.
The same machine can behave differently in a quiet home, a multi-user studio or a hospitality project. Use the setting below to decide what the chiller brief must prioritize.
PRIVATE / STARTERHome & private studio
For first-time or budget-conscious buyers who value simple cooling, drainage and daily care.
Prioritize
Water volume, realistic pull-down time, cover, noise and available circuit.
MULTI-USER / SMARTGym & recovery studio
For repeat sessions where scheduling, heating, filtration and operator-friendly controls matter.
Prioritize
Session pattern, reset time, water care, Wi-Fi needs and service access.
PROJECT / PERFORMANCEHospitality & wellness space
For higher-expectation projects that need coordinated placement, drainage, ventilation and handover.
Prioritize
Site plan, route length, ambient load, guest-area noise and responsibilities.
PROGRAM / OEMDistributor & private label
For range-building programs where the product platform, documents and launch scope must align.
Prioritize
Destination markets, range plan, quantity, artwork, samples and after-sales ownership.
INTEGRATOR / INTERFACETub & system integrator
For builders who need the chiller to work as one subsystem inside a wider hydraulic design.
Prioritize
Drawings, interfaces, controls, commissioning and issue ownership.
CONTRAST / HIGH USESauna & contrast project
For combined recovery spaces where heat sources and peak-use patterns change the operating load.
Prioritize
Adjacent equipment, room conditions, drainage, water care and daily schedule.
ONE USABLE BRIEF
Turn the collection into a model shortlist.
Send the operating conditions first. Our team can then compare the relevant models against your requirements.
- Tub model or usable water volume
- Start and target temperatures
- Ambient and indoor/outdoor use
- Pull-down time and operating hours
- Voltage, frequency and destination
- Quantity, branding and timing
BUYER FAQ
Chiller questions to settle before a quotation.
Use these answers to compare the selected model, water loop and site conditions—not category-wide promises.
How do I choose chiller horsepower?
Do not use horsepower alone. Compare usable water volume, start and target temperature, ambient conditions, available run time, insulation, flow and the complete water loop.
Do all OMNI Ice chillers reach 0°C?
No category-wide assumption should be made. Use the 0°C route to identify listed models, then confirm the exact model, test conditions and whether the target refers to a setting, water temperature or ice formation.
Are Wi-Fi, heating, filtration and ozone standard?
They vary by model and configuration. The current model specification and quotation should state exactly what is included.
Can a chiller connect to any tub?
Compatibility depends on water volume, ports, hose size, pump and flow requirements, filtration layout, lift, insulation and installation access.
What is needed for an OEM quote?
Share the selected model direction, quantity, destination, electrical context, branding scope, packaging needs and any required documents. The dedicated OEM page covers the full program.
How should chiller noise be compared?
Request the measurement condition, distance, operating mode and ambient context for the exact model. Site acoustics, vibration isolation, ventilation and enclosure placement can change what users hear.
What after-sales information belongs in the order file?
Record the model and serial traceability, warranty scope, consumables, routine maintenance, fault reporting route, spare-parts list and who is responsible for installation and water quality.
Should the tub and chiller be tested together?
For a project-critical combination, paired testing or an agreed equivalent loop can expose flow, connection, control and heat-load issues that separate component checks may miss.
How are component substitutions controlled?
Freeze critical components and acceptable alternatives in the approved specification, then require change notification and updated evidence when a substitution affects performance, compliance or service.
Installation and operating references. The U.S. Department of Energy heat-pump overview explains the underlying heat-transfer principle; it does not verify an OMNI Ice model. The OSHA electrical overview illustrates why equipment suitability and site installation must be reviewed against the applicable local rules. These are planning references, not certifications for an OMNI Ice product.
CONFIGURATION, NOT GUESSWORK
Get a model reviewed for your project.
Send the use setting, water volume, temperature target, ambient, run time, power, quantity, destination and customization scope. We can then review a specific model against those conditions.