| - Salt water based |
| - Controls chlorine levels ONLY |
| - Must add salt and clean clogged cells |
| - Must add chemicals regularly |
| - Must handle and store chemicals |
| - Salt build up damages pool filter seals |
| - Produces buildup on tile and waterfalls |
| - Salt water etches cool deck |
| - Must shower to remove salt residue |
| - Causes red eyes and skin irritation |
| - Byproducts causes chemical odors |