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Cold-Plunge Cost-Per-Session Calculator
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Cold-Plunge Cost-Per-Session Calculator

Compare the true cost-per-session of a Plunge Cold Tub, an Ice Barrel, a DIY chest freezer, and a stock-tank build over one to ten years of use.

Total cost per session

How this works

Calculator assumes: Plunge ~5.5 kWh/day avg chiller use, DIY chest freezer ~2.5 kWh/day, Ice Barrel uses no electricity but needs ice. Resale values discount the upfront cost by ~30% if you sell after the test period.

Read the full comparison: Plunge vs Ice Barrel head-to-head · DIY Build Guide

Client-side · Numbers reflect typical mid-range pricing · Methodology in notes above