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A pool basketball hoop is either a poolside system, which shoots toward the water from a weighted base, or a floating game that moves with the players. That distinction matters more than a flashy backboard: poolside hoops need a broad water- or sand-filled base and UV-safe materials, while floaters work in almost any pool but give up a fixed target. These picks span serious poolside play, combination games and compact floating hoops.
| # | Product | Price | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GoSports Splash Hoop PRO | $120-$140 | Amazon · eBay |
| 2 | GoSports Splash Hoop ELITE | $350-$400 | Amazon · eBay |
| 3 | GoSports Splash Hoop Classic | $70-$90 | Amazon · eBay |
| 4 | GoSports Splash Hoop Air | $20-$30 | Amazon · eBay |
| 5 | GoSports Splash Hoop 360 | $35-$50 | Amazon · eBay |
| 6 | Intex Inflatable Floating Basketball Hoop 58504EP | $8-$15 | Amazon · eBay |
| 7 | Bestway Splash ‘N Hoop 52418 | $12-$20 | Amazon · eBay |
| 8 | SwimWays 2-in-1 Pool Sport Combo Set 6042387 | $90-$175 | Amazon |
| 9 | Poolmaster Pro Rebounder Poolside Basketball/Volleyball Game Combo 72775 | $150-$250 | Amazon |
| 10 | Dunn-Rite Splash & Shoot Stainless Steel Adjustable Pool Basketball Hoop | $900-$1,500 | Amazon · eBay |
The picks, in detail
GoSports Splash Hoop PRO
A purpose-built poolside hoop with a 50-pound water-filled base, 34-by-25-inch HDPE backboard and 14-inch rim for families wanting a fixed, full-size-feeling target.
- 50-pound fillable base
- UV-resistant HDPE backboard
- two water basketballs and pump
- Stable without drilling a deck
- Large backboard for active games
- Needs a flat pool-edge area outside the water
GoSports Splash Hoop ELITE
The step-up poolside system uses a shatterproof 44-by-32-inch backboard, adjustable 30-to-48-inch waterline height and a regulation-size steel rim.
- 200-pound water-weighted base
- adjustable height
- 18-inch metal rim
- Most court-like shooting experience here
- Very heavy filled base resists tipping
- Large and expensive to store
GoSports Splash Hoop Classic
A more compact GoSports poolside model for casual games when the PRO’s larger backboard and heavier base are unnecessary.
- poolside weighted base
- weather-resistant construction
- included water basketballs
- Lower-cost fixed poolside option
- Simpler seasonal setup
- Smaller and less robust than the PRO
GoSports Splash Hoop Air
An inflatable GoSports hoop for owners who want a water-basketball game that packs away between swims rather than a weighted poolside base.
- inflatable hoop
- floating play format
- inflatable ball included
- Easy to store and transport
- No deck space required
- Target moves during play
GoSports Splash Hoop 360
A floating, all-around basket format that lets players shoot from any side, making it a better fit for loose in-water games than a conventional poolside hoop.
- floating 360-degree hoop
- inflatable design
- pool basketball included
- Players can move around the target
- Compact off-season storage
- Not a fixed backboard shooting target
Intex Inflatable Floating Basketball Hoop 58504EP
A very compact floating hoop with an included inflatable ball and repair patch; it is the sensible low-cost choice for small pools and younger players.
- 26.5-by-21.5-inch inflatable hoop
- ball and repair patch included
- age grade 3+
- Inexpensive
- Works without a deck or poolside base
- Lightweight construction is for casual play
Bestway Splash ‘N Hoop 52418
A floating Bestway set with hoop, ball and repair patch, suited to occasional pool games and travel rather than permanent poolside installation.
- floating inflatable hoop
- included ball
- repair patch
- Quick to inflate and deflate
- No mounting hardware
- Not stable enough for hard bank shots
SwimWays 2-in-1 Pool Sport Combo Set 6042387
A water- or sand-fill base system that converts between basketball and a 24-foot volleyball net, ideal when the pool is also used for group games.
- basketball and volleyball formats
- two fillable bases
- ball, net and inflation needle included
- Two games from one set
- Heavier bases improve poolside stability
- More pieces to assemble than a single hoop
Poolmaster Pro Rebounder Poolside Basketball/Volleyball Game Combo 72775
A hard-backboard poolside game with water- or sand-fill Polyform bases and a volleyball conversion, for buyers who prefer PVC hardware over inflatable toys.
- 14-inch PVC hoop
- hard-body backboard
- fillable Polyform bases
- Stable, multi-game layout
- All-weather pool-game construction
- Takes more deck footprint than a floater
Dunn-Rite Splash & Shoot Stainless Steel Adjustable Pool Basketball Hoop
A premium stainless-steel pool hoop with adjustable height and a clear backboard, aimed at homeowners who want a durable permanent-style poolside game.
- stainless steel frame
- adjustable height
- clear backboard
- More substantial hardware than plastic game sets
- Built for outdoor pool use
- Premium price and larger installation commitment
Buying tips
- Fill water bases completely and place them on a level, non-slip pool edge before play; a half-filled base is not a safety feature.
- Choose a floating hoop if the pool has no usable deck area or if you need to remove the game after each swim.
- Use water basketballs rather than a regulation leather indoor ball, which can become heavy and damaged when wet.
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