Review of the Mack Daddy Fiberglass Pool from Thursday Pools

When thinking about purchasing an inground swimming pool, a lot of things weigh on one’s brain. The biggest of all may be… what exactly am I going to use this thing for? An inground pool is a versatile product that can serve a variety of functions and types of activities. Finding the right pool to accommodate your wants and desires can be difficult. 

For years, fiberglass pools trailed behind vinyl liner and concrete pools due to their level of customizability that fiberglass simply could not match over the past several years, however, technological advancements made in fiberglass pool construction have allowed the introduction of pools such as the Mack Daddy from Thursday Pools.

At Royal Pools G2 Landscaping, we have been installing fiberglass pools for years now, and have seen manufacturers work to make them as perfect a product as possible. In 2018, Thursday Pools patented the first beach entry fiberglass pool with the Grace Beach Entry fiberglass pool. This year, they have introduced the Mack Daddy fiberglass pool! 

The Mack Daddy is crammed full of features. But how does it function as a complete pool? Is the Mack Daddy worth the price of the investment? Let’s get into it!

Size Options of the Mack Daddy

The Mack Daddy is currently only available in one size:

• 16’ x 36’ with a depth of 4’8”

Features and Functionality of the Mack Daddy

One of the biggest draws of the Mack Daddy is its versatility. This pool can serve multiple functions that allow it to accommodate swimmers of all types. Whether you want to just lounge, chill out in a spa, or do laps back and forth, the Mack Daddy has got you covered.  

Here are the Mack Daddy’s features:

• Integrated spa with spillover
• Tanning ledge 
• Wide entry steps and wrap-around benches
• Uniform flat-bottom depth 
• Auto cover ready

Pros of Mack Daddy

• Can accommodate different types of swimmers with the tanning ledge, spa, and swim area combination. 
• Integrated lounging features create a chill, relaxing atmosphere. 
• Non-skid surface.

Cons of Mack Daddy

• Only available in one size. 
• Narrow swim space.
• Added spa features can drive up the overall price.

Conclusion on Mack Daddy

Overall, we give the Mack Daddy a “B”. The features are great and can accommodate different types of swimmers, but we do not like the narrow swim lane. The Mack Daddy would have a higher grade if it came with another, larger option that could offer more swim space. Regardless, the Mack Daddy has something for everyone, which makes it both a great party pool and a great lounge pool. For the money you’re spending, the Mack Daddy is a great pool so long as you’re not looking for a pool with a wide-open swimming area. If you have more questions, head on over to our learning hub where you will find dozens of educational articles and videos on pools, landscaping, concrete, and more! If you are starting to research fiberglass pools, check out some more designs below:

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