Latham Pools is the largest manufacturer of in-ground residential swimming pools in North America, Australia and New Zealand.

While there are many options out there, our top pick for 2024 is the Intex Ultra XTR Round Pool Set, a 20-foot model with a sturdy steel frame that comes with nearly all the accessories you need.

But owning a pool may not have been a luxury most of us could even consider — until now. Above-ground outdoor swimming pools, like this Bestway Steel Pro Max model sold at Walmart, are an ...