Trampoline on legs or inground? Pros & Cons

Trampolines on Legs

When you think of a trampoline, you probably imagine one on legs. The biggest advantage? You can easily move it around the garden, and no digging is required – once assembled, it's ready for use!

A High Step-Up

Depending on the diameter of the Salta trampoline, the frame height ranges between 50 and 105 cm. For small children, this can be a challenge, so a ladder is recommended. Before purchasing a ladder, measure the height of your trampoline’s frame or check the specifications of the model you have in mind. This ensures the ladder matches your trampoline. Adding a platform to the ladder can make accessing the trampoline even easier.

Freely Placeable

A trampoline on legs can be placed anywhere in the garden. However, make sure to leave at least two meters of free space around and above the trampoline. This way, you can jump safely and without worry!

Key Advantages of a Trampoline on Legs:

• Easy to move
• No digging required, making installation simpler
• Depending on the model, it can be more cost-effective since no (outsourced) digging is needed

Key Disadvantages of a Trampoline on Legs:

• More noticeable in the garden
• Higher frame, which can make it harder to climb onto the trampoline

Inground Trampolines

Would you prefer a trampoline with a low step-up or one that sits flush with the ground? Then an inground trampoline is a great choice. Unlike trampolines on legs, inground trampolines are specifically designed to be dug into the ground. Salta inground trampolines are designed with optimal air circulation underneath the trampoline. This ensures a smooth jumping experience and prevents the heavy, sluggish bounce that can occur when digging in a standard trampoline on legs.

A Low Step-Up

Inground trampolines have a shorter frame and sit either low to or fully in the ground. Salta inground trampolines have a frame height of just 3 to 21.5 cm. This provides a sleek appearance in your garden and makes it easy for children to get on without needing a high step or ladder. It’s a clean and safe solution.

Fixed Location

To install an inground trampoline, you’ll need to dig a hole in the ground. This means the trampoline will have a permanent location, so choose its placement carefully. The depth and size of the hole vary by model, so always check the manual for the correct instructions. Even with inground trampolines, we recommend keeping at least two meters of free space around and above the trampoline for a safe jumping area.

Key Advantages of an Inground Trampoline:

• Aesthetic and space-saving design
• A trampoline that sits level with the ground is less noticeable in the garden
• Lower to the ground, making it safer and easier to access

Key Disadvantages of an Inground Trampoline:

• Digging required to create a hole
• Fixed location in the garden
• Depending on groundwater levels, drainage may be needed

The choice between a trampoline on legs or an inground model depends on your preferences. Both have their pros and cons! Want to be sure which trampoline suits you best? Use our Help me choose to find your perfect match.