KOUD designs and manufactures ice baths for home and gym use, enabling users to optimize recovery and performance through cold water therapy. Their products focus on combining effective cold exposure with aesthetically pleasing designs.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Traditional methods of cold water therapy often involve inconvenient and inconsistent approaches, such as using ice, which requires constant replenishment and lacks precise temperature control. This makes it difficult for individuals to effectively manage muscle recovery, reduce inflammation, and achieve the mental benefits associated with cold exposure.
Solution
KOUD designs and manufactures ice bath and chiller systems for home and gym use, providing a convenient and controlled cold water therapy experience. The KOUD Edge series features inflatable, insulated tubs paired with chillers that can cool water down to 3°C or 5°C, depending on the model. The KOUD Ember series offers handcrafted cedar tubs with advanced chilling systems that can reach as low as 0°C and heat up to 42°C. These systems eliminate the need for ice, offer precise temperature control via a mobile app, and incorporate multi-stage filtration to maintain water cleanliness, ensuring users can optimize recovery and performance through consistent cold exposure.
Target Audience
KOUD's products are designed for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and individuals seeking to improve their recovery, mental clarity, and overall well-being through cold and heat exposure.
Features
- Inflatable, insulated tubs made from military-grade drop stitch PVC (Edge series) or handcrafted Canadian Western Red Cedar tubs (Ember series)
- Chiller units with cooling capabilities down to 0°C (Ember + Chill Ice), 3°C (Edge + Chill Max, Edge + Chill Pro, Ember + Chill Pro), or 5°C (Edge + Chill Lite)
- Heating capabilities up to 42°C on Pro and Ice models
- Integrated WiFi connectivity and mobile app for remote temperature control and scheduling
- Multi-stage filtration systems, including ozone generators and 20-micron filters, to maintain water cleanliness for up to 2 months
- Compliance with Australian safety standards (AS/NZS 60335.2.40:2019 and AS/NZS 60335.1:2020 + A1)
- Automatic RCD shutoff for electrical safety
- Insulated hoses and tubs to minimize heat loss and maintain consistent temperatures
- Accessories such as phone holders, carry bags, insulated lids, and skimmer nets