Aluminum Solar Swimming Inground Pool Cover Reel Set (14FT, Blue)

I purchased the Nollapo Aluminum Solar Swimming Inground Pool Cover Reel Set for our swimming pool, and I am genuinely impressed with its performance. The reel set has been a game-changer when it comes to covering and uncovering the pool, making it significantly easier than manually handling the cover every time. The aluminum frame is sturdy and well-built, ensuring that the reel can withstand regular use without any issues. The 14-foot size is perfect for our pool, and it fits the cover nicely, rolling it up smoothly without too much effort. The blue color is a nice touch and looks good alongside the pool. One of the main reasons we got this was for water conservation, and it has absolutely delivered. By covering the pool when it’s not in use, the cover helps reduce water evaporation significantly. This has been especially important during the warmer months, as it helps to keep the water level steady, reducing the need for constant refilling. Additionally, we’ve noticed that it helps to maintain pool temperature, as it retains heat from the sun, making swimming more comfortable. The ease of use is another standout feature. The reel system allows us to easily roll up and store the cover when we’re ready to swim, and it can be done with just one person. It takes only a couple of minutes to remove or replace the cover, which is a huge time-saver. The reel system is smooth, and the mechanism seems to be built to last. No jams or clunky movement, which is a relief compared to some other reel systems I’ve tried in the past. Overall, the Nollapo Aluminum Solar Swimming Pool Cover Reel Set has made pool maintenance much simpler while helping us save both water and energy. It's a solid investment for anyone looking to extend their pool season and reduce water usage. Highly recommend it for anyone with an inground pool!

Pool cover reel functions very well. Easy to roll the pool cover off pool when in use. After pool cover is rolled onto the reel, we move the reel/cover to end of the pool on concrete to be out of the way, etc. It is not heavy by any means and very easily transportable with a person on each end lifting and moving, etc. Structurally it could use a bit more support We have it set at 12.8 feet, it only goes to 14 feet. The tubes should be a bit longer for our use and they should be overlapping more to provide better support overall. The velcro has the tendency to slide off and has to be slid back on from time-to-time. Overall, for the price it is a good buy.

Works well for our pool. We have an odd shipped pool, so we did a center install and it works really well. Rolls up well and easy to roll off to the side of the pool. It was easy to install and is easy to use.

Both paper directions and YouTube was mind boggling. Is not the sturdiest thing I have bought but for know it just ok. If you stress easy- don’t buy this.

We have a relatively large pool 36x14. The reel supports the cover with no problem. Assembly was a little tricky, trying to get the support bars to line up took some time. My wife can roll it up by herself with no problem. Overall great product for the price.

Failed in less than three months. The wheel that rolls up the pool cover — a key component subjected to a moderate amount of force during use — cracked completely at the center hub, rendering the entire reel system unusable. As you can see in the attached image, the plastic at the core of the wheel cracked under normal use. This isn’t a minor cosmetic issue — it’s a total structural failure. The forces exerted on a pool cover reel during rolling and unrolling are significant, and it’s clear this system was not designed to handle them. The material is flimsy, brittle plastic with no reinforcement where it matters most. This kind of failure reveals more than just a bad part — it speaks to poor engineering and cheap manufacturing across the entire reel system. If the wheel failed this quickly, I have no confidence in the longevity of the other components. For the price, I expected something functional and durable — not a disposable piece of plastic that collapses under basic stress. Avoid this product unless you’re okay replacing it mid-season or rigging up your own reinforcement. The concept is fine, but the execution is seriously flawed.

This arrived last night and I put it together by myself this morning in a couple of hours. The directions are just pictures but it has a URL for a video. The only thing that is not clear in the directions (both written and video) are the assembly of the tubes. I put it together but it was too long, so I closed the gap in the center section until It was the length I wanted. Then I drilled a 3/16" hole through the existing hole into the pipe underneath and put the screw in. Afterwards there were 4 exposed holes on the pipes on the outside with no corresponding holes on the inside. There were also 4 extra screws. As I wanted it to be more sturdy I again drilled 3/16" holes and put the screws in. Also, the video tells you that you need to slide the clips onto the pipes before you put them together. That is not true as you can can put them on the smaller diameter pipes through the end and the larger diameter pipes from the edge of the pipe. The reel works really well. It is exactly what I needed.

Works very well. When removing the cover it is much heavier and causes the line to bow quite a bit making it tough to roll up. Still, it stays together and works quite well. Hope it lasts a looooong time.