Renu Therapy Aurelius vs Renu Therapy Cold Stoic 3.0
Specs, prices, editor verdict, and who should buy which, compared side by side.
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Renu Therapy Aurelius (ultra premium, $9,999) vs Renu Therapy Cold Stoic 3.0 (ultra premium, $11,399 to $12,099). Different tools for different jobs (see the per-product details below).
Compared on 12 shared specs · same category (cold plunge).
We have not scored these two head to head, so this page does not name a winner. The Renu Therapy Aurelius starts at $9,999 and the Renu Therapy Cold Stoic 3.0 at $11,399. The per-buyer recommendations below say who each one suits.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Renu Therapy Aurelius | Renu Therapy Cold Stoic 3.0 |
|---|---|---|
| price | $9,999 | $11,399 to $12,099 |
| dry weight | 297 lbs | 365 lbs |
| filled weight | About 1,065 lbs with 95 gallons; the product page gives about 1,065.5 lbs | Approximately 1,155 lbs at a 95 US gallon fill |
| temperature range | 37°F to 104°F, cold and hot | 37F to 104F, cold and hot |
| power draw | Peak 518 W at 6.1 A cooling and 1,013 W at 8.6 A heating; 24 hour average 130 W at 40°F and 260 W at 100°F, per the cut sheet and specifications page | Peak 518W at 6.1A cooling, 1,013W at 8.6A heating; 24 hour average 130W at 40F, 260W at 100F |
| noise | 58 decibels at about 3 feet from the large grill | 58 decibels at approximately 3 feet from the large grill |
| insulation | 4 inches around the perimeter | 4 inches perimeter |
| filtration | Reusable primary filter in the tub plus an XL 50 micron filter in the mechanics bay, with an ozone generator | Dual-stage external plus internal, with integrated ozone purification |
| controls | LCD touchscreen on the tub and a WiFi app; programmable ambient lighting | Touchscreen, WiFi app, programmable color lighting |
| lead time | Ships in 6 to 8 weeks per the product page; built to order; the FAQ says lead times exclude shipping transit | Ships in 3 to 5 weeks |
| warranty | 5 years on components and 1 year on the chiller, counted from delivery per the warranty page and from shipment per the user manual; original purchaser only | 5 years body from delivery date, 1 year water chiller from delivery date |
| extended chiller warranty | $499.99; adds 4 years for a 5 year chiller total; must be bought within 364 days | $499.99, adds 4 years, must be bought within 364 days of shipment |
| returns | 45 days from delivery, 5% restocking fee plus shipping costs; return freight amount not published; international sales final | 45 days from delivery, 5 percent restocking fee plus shipping |
Renu Therapy Aurelius also publishes: model, maker, outside dimensions, water area, capacity, packaged size, user fit, chiller and heater, cooling and heating rate, power supply, drain, entry, colors, breath deck, in the box, placement, clearances, site requirements, delivery, warranty exclusions, repairs, cancellation, user manual figures, electrical listing, not published, support
Renu Therapy Cold Stoic 3.0 also publishes: body dimensions, tank interior, chiller, heater, water volume, power, vent clearance, plumbing, step stool, finishes, reviews, build
Who should buy which
A home buyer who would rather lie back than sit upright in a plunge, fits Renu's 6'7" and 275 lb limit, and has a level floor near a drain that can carry about 1,065 lbs, a dedicated 120V, 15A outlet within 12 feet, and 2 to 4 people to move a 297 lb tank off a pallet.
You want someone to place the tank for a known fee, since delivery is curbside and Renu publishes no price for anything more; you want a real wood breath deck, because every combination on this listing is composite; or you need an ETL, UL or CSA listing in writing, which Renu does not publish for the Aurelius.
A homeowner replacing a cold-only tub who wants 37F and 104F from one unit, already has a dedicated 120V / 15A circuit within about 12 feet, 27 inches of clearance at the large vent, and a way to move 365 lbs off a pallet.
Delivery stops at the curb and the 365 lb tub is yours to move from there, Renu publishes no white glove or in-home placement option at any price, and changing your mind inside the 45 day window costs a 5 percent restocking fee plus shipping.
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Frequently asked
Which is better, the Renu Therapy Aurelius or the Renu Therapy Cold Stoic 3.0?
We have not scored these two head to head, so this page does not name a winner. The Renu Therapy Aurelius starts at $9,999 and the Renu Therapy Cold Stoic 3.0 at $11,399. The per-buyer recommendations below say who each one suits.
How much do they cost?
Renu Therapy Aurelius: $9,999. Renu Therapy Cold Stoic 3.0: $11,399 to $12,099. Prices are verified against the manufacturer; check the live links for current pricing.
Who should buy which one?
Renu Therapy Aurelius: A home buyer who would rather lie back than sit upright in a plunge, fits Renu's 6'7" and 275 lb limit, and has a level floor near a drain that can carry about 1,065 lbs, a dedicated 120V, 15A outlet within 12 feet, and 2 to 4 people to move a 297 lb tank off a pallet. Renu Therapy Cold Stoic 3.0: A homeowner replacing a cold-only tub who wants 37F and 104F from one unit, already has a dedicated 120V / 15A circuit within about 12 feet, 27 inches of clearance at the large vent, and a way to move 365 lbs off a pallet.
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