INTEX Ultra XTR 18 ft x 9 ft 52 in Above Ground Pool Set, Rectangular Swimming Pool with Steel Frame, 1500 GPH Sand Filter Pump…
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Best for families
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Updated Jun 23, 2026 · 1 min read
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What reviewers found
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Across the reviewers we read, the Intex Ultra XTR rectangular set is the pick for families and lap-style swimming in narrower yards. A homedepot.com listing notes '100% recommend' and calls it 'perfect for narrow backyards, lap swimmers, and pool games,' and r/AboveGroundPools owners who documented their 9x18 installs report the sand filter pump and saltwater generator all working well over a full season. Facebook owner-group commentary describes it as 'really nice, quality' and 'well built.' The honest friction points echo the rest of the category.
What reviewers liked
- Rectangular shape favored by reviewers for lap swimming and narrow yards
- Home Depot reviewers report 100% recommend and praise durability
- Owners confirm the included sand filter pump and optional saltwater system work well over a season
Where it falls short
- One of the more expensive sets in the category at ~$1,000+
- Community installers stress significant ground-leveling/regrading work
- Total cost climbs quickly once accessories (cover, roller, skimmer) are added
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Across the reviewers we read, the Intex Ultra XTR rectangular set is the pick for families and lap-style swimming in narrower yards. A homedepot.com listing notes '100% recommend' and calls it 'perfect for narrow backyards, lap swimmers, and pool games,' and r/AboveGroundPools owners who documented their 9x18 installs report the sand filter pump and saltwater generator all working well over a full season. Facebook owner-group commentary describes it as 'really nice, quality' and 'well built.'
The honest friction points echo the rest of the category. Community installers stress that the ground must be regraded and perfectly level, and several owners note the total project cost climbs once you add a saltwater generator, solar cover, roller and retaining-wall block. The rectangular footprint is a genuine advantage for swimming laps versus the round models, but at over $1,000 it is one of the pricier sets here, and buyers should budget for accessories rather than expecting an all-in solution.
With no independent lab in the signals, this verdict rests on converging retailer and community evidence rather than measured testing.
- ✔ ULTRA XTR DIFFERENCE – The 26355EH Ultra XTR is the pool you need for friends and family to enjoy time together this summer, with a spacious 18 ft x 9 ft x 52in rectangular frame design and a 4,545 gallon water capacity.
- ✔ SUPER-TOUGH LINER – Made of high strength polyester mesh and an extra thick layer of PVC, the 3-ply outdoor pool liner provides exceptional tear resistance for durability season after season; 2-year warranty included on pool liner, frame and filter pump.
- ✔ RUST-RESISTANT FRAME – This big pool features a galvanized steel frame with an inner and outer powder coating, ensuring the ultimate resistance to rust; the high strength T-Joints include a UV inhibitor for weather resistance and lasting use.
- ✔ EASY TO ASSEMBLE – Ultra XTR swimming pools feature an Easy Lock System for simple assembly; metal frame pieces simply snap together with no locking pins or tools needed. The outdoor set includes a pool, 1,500 GPH sand filter pump, ladder, pool cover, and ground cover.
- ✔ EXCELLENT FILTRATION – The included 1,500 GPH Krystal Clear Sand Filter pump (#26643EG) uses sand instead of a pool filter cartridge for water filtration and the sand lasts up to 5 years with regular backwashing, for routine maintenance made easy.
I thought I would share our installation experience with our new intex Ultra XTR pool. We bought the pool and most of the supplies last fall ...
We bought the 9 x18 pool of this version last year and really liked it this past season. The sand filter pump and saltwater generator all worked ...
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