Minnidip Fountain Play Sprinkler vs Step2 Play & Shade Pool
Side-by-side specs from each maker.
Only the differences are shown.
| MINNIDIP Fountain Play Sprinkler | Step2 Play & Shade Pool | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Kiddie pool | Kiddie pool |
| List price | $40 | $104.99 |
| Model number | Not listed | 716099 |
| Age (maker) | children ages 6 and up | 2+ years old |
| Weight limit | Not listed | 50 lb (each molded-in seat; limit 2 children in pool) |
| Material | Vinyl | Plastic (listed as Plastic Toddler Pool) |
| Dimensions | 5.5 ft wide x 20 in tall | 37.5 W × 7.8 D × 37.5 H in |
| Size | 5.5 ft wide x 20 in tall | Not listed |
| Water capacity | Not listed | 12 gal |
| Inflatable | Yes | Not listed |
| Shade (maker) | Not listed | Umbrella nests on the side of the pool; listed as providing shade from the sun |
| Assembly | Inflate through air valve (pump not included); connects to a standard garden hose (not included) | Adult assembly required (label); comes assembled with minimal setup for the umbrella |
| Maker's warnings | Spray height set by garden hose water pressure; no electricity used | CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Sharp points. Adult assembly required. |
Minnidip Fountain Play Sprinkler
An inflatable fountain-style sprinkler with a center spray pillar inside a shallow inflatable basin, run from a garden hose.
- Basin works as a small pool with the spray off
- No electricity needed
- Spray height adjusts with hose pressure
- The maker lists ages 6 and up
- Hose and pump not included
Step2 Play & Shade Pool
Hard plastic toddler pool with molded-in seats and a nesting umbrella for shade. It can also hold sand.
- Molded-in seats
- Umbrella included for shade
- Can hold water or sand
- Small 12 gal water capacity
- List price $104.99