Drop Stitch Pool
GIGI Pool 13ft
Perfect for couples and small families. 5 ft deep, ~4,500 gallons, fits 2–3 swimmers. Ships complete with sand filter 330W, electric pump, and repair kit.
Size
- 2-year warranty
- Inspected before packaging
- Free freight · Continental US
- Refund anytime before shipment
GIGI 13ft Drop Stitch Pool — 5 ft Deep, Complete Package
Five feet deep. Ready in an hour. Under $3,000.
The GIGI 13ft is not a small pool. It is 13 ft across and 5 ft tall — the same wall height as the 16ft and 19ft models. At 4,500 gallons, adults can stand, submerge to their shoulders, and swim. It fits in backyards that cannot accommodate a larger footprint. It is the right pool for couples, small families, or anyone who wants genuine depth without the 16ft price.
Sand filter 330W, electric pump, and repair kit included. Nothing extra to buy.
Why the 13ft?
The 13ft is the entry point to genuine GIGI depth. Same 5 ft wall height as the larger models. Same sand filter 330W. Same construction and warranty. A smaller footprint: you need approximately 420 × 165 in (14 × 14 ft) of flat ground.
It is the right choice for:
- Couples who want a true swimming pool, not a splash pad
- Small families (2 adults + 1–2 young children) where the kids will mostly play and the adults want to actually swim
- Homeowners with smaller backyards in California, Arizona, or Texas suburbs where outdoor space is at a premium
- Airbnb hosts with a compact property who want a premium pool feature in listing photos
Best for: couples, small families, compact backyards, first-time above-ground pool buyers
Specifications
| Diameter | 13 ft (13 ft / ~4 m) |
| Wall height | 5 ft (59 in) |
| Recommended water depth | ~53 in — 90% fill, 6 in safety margin |
| Water capacity (at recommended depth) | (~4,500 US gallons) |
| Working pressure | 10–12 PSI |
| Max pressure | 15 PSI |
| Material | Drop stitch DWF (Dacron Woven Fabric) |
| Filtration included | Sand filter 330W |
| Inflation time (assembly) | ~1 hour (2 people) |
| Water fill time | ~19–24 hours (standard garden hose, 3-4 gal/min) |
| Recommended swimmers | 2–3 adults |
| Required installation area | 165 in × 165 in minimum (14 ft × 14 ft) |
| Warranty | 2 years manufacturer |
| SKU | GIGI-POOL-13FT |
What's Included
- 1 × GIGI 13ft drop stitch pool (DWF construction, 5 ft wall height)
- 1 × Sand filter 330W
- 1 × Electric inflation/deflation pump (110–120V, 60Hz — US plug)
- 1 × Repair kit (patches + adhesive)
- 1 × Setup guide (English)
- 1 × Sand filter operating manual
Not included: Pool cover (sold separately), garden hose for filling, pool chemicals, filter sand.
Setup
Phase 1 — Physical assembly (~1 hour, 2 people)
- Prepare your site. Choose a flat area at least 420 × 165 in. Level within 1 in across the diameter. Remove sharp objects. Lay the included ground cloth.
- Unfold the pool. Position valves where you plan the sand filter.
- Inflate to 10–12 PSI. The included electric pump takes approximately 15 minutes. Do not exceed 15 PSI.
- Connect the sand filter. Run the filter during filling.
- Begin filling.
Phase 2 — Water filling (~19–24 hours)
Using a standard garden hose at 3-4 gal/min, filling the 13ft pool to 53 in takes approximately 19–24 hours. Start Thursday evening — swim Friday evening.
Fill to approximately 90% of wall height (53 in). Leave 6 in of safety margin above the waterline.
Why Drop Stitch?
Standard inflatable pools inflate to 1–2 PSI. Drop stitch pools inflate to 10–12 PSI. The difference is the internal structure: thousands of polyester threads connecting the two fabric layers of the DWF walls. Under pressure, those threads prevent expansion — producing flat, rigid walls instead of round, soft ones.
That is what makes 5 ft walls possible on a portable pool. Expected lifespan: 5–10 seasons.
Compatible Accessories
Fitted inflatable cover designed for the 13ft GIGI pool. Debris protection, UV shielding for the pool walls, evaporation reduction.
$999
Full drop-stitch ladder calibrated to 5 ft entry height. Built from the same DWF material as the pool. Designed specifically for 59-inch above-ground pools.
$999
Warranty and Quality
Every GIGI pool is inspected before packaging.
2-year manufacturer warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. Warranty claim: email contact@gigifrance.com with order number and photos.
30-day return policy. Full conditions: Return Policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
GIGI Pool 13ft
$2,999