poolpod'2.0 VS poolpod'3.0 Poolpod 2.0 (Model launched June 2012) Poolpod 3.0 (Model launched June 2023)

“Lifts and hoists can often be cumbersome and even off-putting for those wanting to get into the water independently and with minimum fuss.” John Bryant Chairman of the London Marathon Trus

Submersion Depth: Awkward step in deeper pools Not suitable for free-board/ skimmer pools Easy access in all pool depths up to 1.5m Compatible with free-board/ skimmer pools 1.4m operating depth means standing users can fully submerge themselves before they make their way into the water. It means that all users are sufficiently submerged in a freeboard pool scenario. It means that in up to 1.5m water depth there is still only a small step off the platform onto the pool floor.

Wheelchair user alone on lift No space for care giver No seats for walk-on users Space for wheelchair User and care giver to travel together Two large fold down seats for walk on users Space for wheelchair user and care giver to stand next to them. Poolpod 3.0 features accompanied use to aid both physical and emotional support for the user: There are now two fixed seats on the platform for use by combinations of users: one sitting or standing, one sitting and one standing, one using a wheelchair accompanied by one standing. (In the old design walk-on users were obliged to stand, which although...

Limited 25.4mm diameter handrails No position for standing users Extensive 32mm diameter handrails Handrails at all control positions Dedicated grip points for walk on users Dedicated grip points for pool entry Poolpod 3.0 features better support and a dedicated area for walk-on users. There is now a dedicated poition for an ambulant user to stand on the platform, use the controls and hold on with improved ergonomics. (previously the controls were optimised for wheelchair users, there were minimal grab-rails and ambulant users tended to face sideways to rearwards when using it which was disconcerting.)...

Mobile Pool Lift: Movable by separate plug in manual lift trolleys • Integrated wheels with electronic raise function • load spread to avoid damage to pool gratings • Fold out pallet-truck-style Thandle at each end with controls on handle. Poolpod 3.0 features wheels that are now on board and are moved up and down electronically, with a manual override if necessary. There is now a pallet truck stye handle at each end so that the poolpod can be moved around much more easily and secure

Ramp Access: Steeper ramp gradient 1 in 7 Total rise 63mm No handrail for walk on user • Shallower ramp gradient 1 in 13 • Total rise 34mm • Handrail for walk on user Better Entry path for user via Shallower ramp - benefiting both wheelchair and walk-on users. Poolpod 3.0 provides additional handrails availabe to walk on users: Poolpod 3.0 has a shallower angle of the entry ramp (some users found this disconcerting on the original poolpod and the short wheelbase on the wheelchair made tipping more possible particularly for people who were not regular wheelchair users) The ramp angle is also now...

Hard edge for stepLimited handrails in water space Front door handle assists user by tending into the water space Soft rubber edge to protect Users shins Illuminated front edge alerting user to step and other users to presence of the poolpod. Poolpod 2.0 users cannot easily identify where the edge of the submerged poolpod platform is, Poolpod 3.0 user can clearly identify the edge due to the illumination light strip. This enables

Remote connection via Wifi Remote connection via GSM Remote connection can be disabled/enabled at customers preference. Poolpod 3.0 includes a wifi connection and GSM connection enabling remote login for rapid diagnostics and support for customers. The remote connection also enables data reporting such as anonymous usage statistics. Survey results can also be reported via the remote connection.

Remote Control: • Remote is always required to be on for user to operate • One remote required for each poolpod. • Low resolution screen • Poor out door screen performance • Bulky • Remote on not essential for operation • One smart watch can control multiple poolpods • High resolution screen with outdoor viewing Poolpod 3.0 provides remote control of the poolpod via a convenient watch which maybe worn as a watch or a pendant. This provides benefits over Poolpod 2.0 as the watch is a more compact format, has a higher resolution screen that is viewable out doors, and provides option to access two...