What depth above ground pool is best for my family?

The best depth depends on who uses the pool most! Shallower pools (around <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Pools-Above-Ground-Pools/48/N-5yc1vZcfytZ1z1a5xn?emt=plpfaq_2503_abovegroundpools" style="text-decoration: underline;">48-in.</a> - <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Pools-Above-Ground-Pools/52/N-5yc1vZcfytZ1z1a5yp?emt=plpfaq_2503_abovegroundpools" style="text-decoration: underline;">52-in.</a>) are great for families with young children or relaxing and cooling off. A deeper pool (<a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Pools-Above-Ground-Pools/54/N-5yc1vZcfytZ1z1a5yu?emt=plpfaq_2503_abovegroundpools" style="text-decoration: underline;">54-in.</a>) might be a better fit if you're looking for swimming laps or more active play.

What are some popular brands of rectangular-12 ft. x 24 ft. above ground pools?

Some popular brands known for high-quality rectangular-12 ft. x 24 ft. above ground pools include <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Pools-Above-Ground-Pools/Funsicle/Rectangular-12-ft-x-24-ft/N-5yc1vZcfytZy7kZ1z18brb?emt=plpfaq_2503_abovegroundpools" style="text-decoration: underline;">Funsicle</a>, <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Pools-Above-Ground-Pools/Summer-Waves/Rectangular-12-ft-x-24-ft/N-5yc1vZcfytZotfZ1z18brb?emt=plpfaq_2503_abovegroundpools" style="text-decoration: underline;">Summer Waves</a>, and <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Pools-Above-Ground-Pools/Intex/Rectangular-12-ft-x-24-ft/N-5yc1vZcfytZaptZ1z18brb?emt=plpfaq_2503_abovegroundpools" style="text-decoration: underline;">Intex</a>.

Do above ground pool kits include anything?

Most above ground pool kits include the pool liner, frame, <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Pools-Above-Ground-Pools/Filter-Unit/N-5yc1vZcfytZ1z0ry8w?emt=plpfaq_2503_abovegroundpools" style="text-decoration: underline;">filter unit</a> and <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Pools-Above-Ground-Pools/Pump/N-5yc1vZcfytZ1z1a581?emt=plpfaq_2503_abovegroundpools" style="text-decoration: underline;">pump</a> to keep the water clean, and skimmer to remove debris. Often, you'll also find a <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Pools-Above-Ground-Pools/Ladder/N-5yc1vZcfytZ1z0lns2?emt=plpfaq_2503_abovegroundpools" style="text-decoration: underline;">ladder</a> for easy access. To ensure a clean and enjoyable experience, consider purchasing a <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Pools-Above-Ground-Pools/Cover/N-5yc1vZcfytZ1z0ry8x?emt=plpfaq_2503_abovegroundpools" style="text-decoration: underline;">cover</a> to protect from the elements, a vacuum, and a chlorinator.

Which rectangular-12 ft. x 24 ft. above ground pools are the best selling?

The <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/p/Intex-Ultra-24-x-12-x-52-Rectangular-Steel-Frame-Swimming-Pool-with-Pump-26363EHD/334980823?emt=plpfaq_2503_abovegroundpools" style="text-decoration: underline;">Ultra 24' x 12' x 52" Rectangular Steel Frame Swimming Pool with Pump</a> is one of our best-selling rectangular-12 ft. x 24 ft. above ground pools.

How difficult is putting one of these above ground pools together?

Most of our above ground pool selection is designed with DIYers in mind and comes with detailed, step-by-step instructions, so with a friend or two to help, you should be able to assemble it yourself in a weekend.