Bestway Steel Pro Frame Pool Review
If you have a swimming pool that has seen better days or you are hoping to beat the summer heat with a new one, now is the time. There is a new above ground model available that promises to be easy to setup and fun to use. The Bestway Steel Pro frame is a popular choice for a budget-friendly above ground pool.
Features of the Bestway Steel Frame Pro
This 15ft model is available in smaller sizes as well. It is 48 inches deep, which is more than enough depth to cool 
off during the summer months. It holds 4,231 gallons of water when it is filled to 90% capacity.
Bestway pools use a lining that is 3-ply to provide plenty wall support. There are two layers of heavy gauge PVC and the layer in the middle is made of polyester mesh. This adds durability and helps the liner resist tearing.
Setup is simple. You can do it in three steps. You need to lay out the lining on your prepared ground, insert the steel tubes which will help it hold its shape, and then fill with water. Scroll down to see more on Installation…
The steel frame locks together using T connectors and C clips. They have been designed so that they will lock together easily and there are PVC flaps that hide the connectors and clips to further help the frame resist rust as well as injury.
If you need to drain after it is set up, there is a flow control drain valve built into the lining. This helps ensure you can keep it clean and you can take it down during the winter months when you are not going to be swimming in it, should you wish to winterize your pool.
Benefits of the Bestway Swimming Pool
The best thing about this frame is that it is easy to set up and lightweight. You should be able to put it 
together without very much help. It weighs only 90.7 pounds, which means you can set it up alone or with the help of a friend. It is also made to last throughout many seasons.
There is also a return policy on it to protect you in case you are not satisfied with your purchase. If you buy it and there are leaks you cannot repair or if anything else is wrong with it that makes it unusable, you can easily return the pool to Bestway.
Potential Issues Along the Way
According to reviewers, the biggest issue with the Bestway swimming pools is that it does not come with a pump or a ladder. 
If the pool you used last year is getting old or rusted, then you can purchase this frame and have it for next year. For the most part, everything from your older model will work for this frame and lining setup. Additionally, you can always purchase reasonably priced ladders and pool pumps to complement this model, as well as any other accessories you might need.
There are some reviewers that had to modify the holes so that their existing pump would work on it. With that being said, there are other people who feel that it was a great way to get a replacement or an affordable above ground swimming pool.
Installation of the Bestway Pool
Included is an instruction manual to help with your installation and set up. There are also a number of videos on Youtube that you will probably find most helpful. For example, see the video below:
Is This Pool For You?
For the big question of whether it is worth it or not, the answer is that it depends on what you want out of it and your budget. It should be a great way to replace your existing model, but if you do not already have pumps, ladders, and other accessories, it could end up costing you more money than buying a package that already has those items with it. Other reviews state that it is a quality product, but as with all things, there are people who are not 100% satisfied with their purchase. If you want to give it a try, it is well worth considering, especially due to the fact that if the pool is not what you were wanting, Bestway will take it back. At least one person said that the company paid for the return shipping on it, which means you can buy with peace of mind that you are not simply throwing away your money.