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Home tank vs commercial?
Affordability is the #1 reason floaters quit. Plug in how often you float, your city, and a tank you're eyeing. We'll show breakeven and 5-year spend.
Your situation
Your city tier
How you pay commercial
Home tank you're considering
Recommendation
Buy the home tank
Breakeven in 3 years. Strong case for ownership.
Best fit: Compact Residential Pod (sweet spot)
Cumulative spend
| Horizon | Commercial total | Home tank total | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-year | $3,103 | $8,250 | Pay $5,147 |
| 3-year | $9,310 | $9,150 | Save $160 |
| 5-year | $15,516 | $10,050 | Save $5,466 |
Annual commercial
$3,103
4 float/mo at tier 2 (mid-size)
Breakeven year
Year 3
When home cumulative passes commercial
Last updated: April 2026. Estimates based on published 2026 MSRP, sampled commercial rates from 60+ US centers, and average operating costs. Your actual numbers will vary with install conditions, electricity rates, and how aggressively you run water changes. This isn't financial advice — use it to ballpark, not budget.
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