INTEX 28020E Pool Cover: For 8ft Round Easy Set Pools – Includes Rope Tie – Drain Holes – 12in Overhang – Snug Fit

I've gotten many "covers" over the years that were simply cheap tarps that barely lasted a season.Out the gate, I could tell this was different. Its a thicker vinyl that feels solid and seems stitched well. I managed to stretch it over the pool solo, and it fit perfectly. I didn’t even need to use the pull strings. For the first time, I'm not worried about wind, and im hopeful the dark color will help heat the water.The holes are larger than I expected, so some debris -- especially dirt -- could get through. We will see how big an issue it is.

Works great, just as described, perfect fit, stayed on tight through a few different rain and wind storms, no hurricanes yet but no real expectations for that, I'll be happy to just find it again. I have no problem putting this on or off by myself. It has holes in it I wasn't expecting but it makes sense, it'd be a pain to put on and off with all the suction without them. The dark color does cause the top 6inches of water to be burning hot so use caution with children,I stir it up with the skimmer before anyone is allowed to get in

Unfortunately, I originally bought the 7ft version of this cover last year but was unable to put my pool up till this year. The 7ft did not even come close to covering my pool despite the pool instructions saying the top is 7ft. I took the loss and ordered a new 10ft cover. This one is too big but still fits. It took about 3 mins from opening the package to install. It does not fit snug so it is easy to cover and uncover the pool. I am worried what will happen during a storm. The cover does have quite a few holes on the top which I believe is for a reason but you will still get some debris in your pool..So far so good.Pros:- So easy to use- Super thick and durable- Have not had any issues yetCons:- Does not fit snug on my pool- Holes in top for water displacement but are big enough to allow debris to enter pool

Bought this cover because, reading the reviews, another reviewer stated this was the perfect fit for a 8ft trough pool. I have to say the fit did not disappoint. When putting it on remember to keep the rope edge taught against the pool and work it around, you will need 2 people for this.It is the perfect fit, even with stood a jump in of our 100+ lb puppy, and even went on easier the second time. However sadly he jumped on it again and removed it from our pool and it was completely destroyed, laying proudly displayed for me to see when he woke me up the next morning right in front of our back steps. I do not have any pictures of it on my pool, as it wasn't around long enough for me to get one.I tried to add pictures of my pool, and the bandit who destroyed my new pool cover but whatever I did in the first review I wrote wasn't accepted so I am leaving those pictures out and changing my wording.Very sturdy feeling, very well put together, I was extremely happy with this purchase, I'm sick my boy destroyed it. 😔But you can buy with confidence.

I don't get where people are complaining about the holes. The picture clearly shows these holes on the top, and the verbal description states that there are holes. I purchased this item to go on our Intex pool. We have the type that does not blow up...it has a rigid framework...like PVC. This cover worked fine...a bit snug, but fine. It is a heavy rubber and YES...there are holes on the top. We are in an arid area that rarely gets rain during the summer, so filling with rainwater is a non-issue for us. We leave an inflated rubber tube in the pool...in the center...to hold the cover OFF of the water. I was amazed at the quality for the cost. Even if we only use it for a year!!! Well worth the $10 or $12 dollars. Pretty easy to put on and as for the cord rotting as one review mentioning. I actually can't imagine that happening....but even if it did....it's so snug that it really is not needed.9/3 UPDATE...OK...this cover has been in place for the bulk of the heat/summer. We have taken it off and on probably 50 times. It still fits well. We did get a tear in it...don't know how it happened, but a few pieces of duct tape and good as new. For $13 it is a great buy. Even if you replace it yearly....$13? This item is exposed to a very hot dry climate here in the Sierras of Central Calif. Still supple and strong.

The media could not be loaded. UPDATE: DRAIN HOLES NEED MESH OVER THEM! They are too big and all the dirt and small debris make their way into the pool. I am returning and just going w the tarp method. I had to drain and clean the pool after a rainSo. I got this due to the drain holes: unfortunately they do not have mesh over them. Defits the debris purpose. I have cotton trees. Need I say more. Especially w rain, it's all going to pool to the center (cover is too big) and w that all the cotton I'm trying to avoid. Wrong size: my pool is 7.3x7.5 w a head rest, so I went w the 9" to compensate. It's actually a 10 inch. Not sure if it being more taught would aid in the cotton not draining into the pool. I don't think it would because the drain holes are a decent size. I think more of a mesh like design or mesh over the holes needs to be a thing. I was looking at the bubble wrap type that just sits on top, but there again: the water may just pool. Right now it's the cotton & not sure this will do much for that when it rains. Will definitely help w bigger debris. All in all, I believe this was the best choice of all options4 stars for open big drain holes.

Not bad. It slides off very easily. We’re in Texas so it is HOT. This caused our pool to be a bit too hot for our kids. It didn’t help much with keeping the water clean.

I bought this for my 9 ft stock tank pool and it fits perfectly! It has a drawstring to secure it, and I have had no issues with it blowing off.... and we get pretty heavy winds. Keeps all the water bugs and debris out. It also seems to keep the water warmer. We have had it a year now and it's still in new condition.