Taylor K-2009

[Riotic]

Hello,

New to having a pool and trying to get a good beginner kit. How does Taylor's K-2009 test compare to the K-2006 that everyone recommends?

 

[Newdude]

Hey Riotic and Welcome !!!

It doesn't test TA or CH. Here's the breakdown of the 4 kits we do reccomend in the thread linked below. The TF100 for example is cheaper than the K2009 and has 2.7X the supplies, along with TA and CH capabilities. It's a no brainer. The TFpro is a no brainer at the K2006*C* price point.

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[Riotic]

Thank you for such a quick response! I know there are no shortcuts, but I'm also dealing with a 12 ft Intex above ground pool, so am trying to keep things as inexpensive as possible. Suggestions on a budget kit?

 

[Newdude]

Suggestions on a budget kit?

You can piece meal a K1515 (fas/dpd FC kit), a CYA kit and then get a cheapo HTH drop kit for PH, TA and CH.

But that'll cost as much as the TF100, maybe a few bucks more, and then you need a case for them all or have 3 sets of supplies to store.

The best price I see for the incomplete k2009 is $65 (most places are $106) and it'll be well over the $83 TF100 by the time you complete it if you get the $65 deal.

Hands down, TF100 for the win from tftestkits.net.

 

[Rancho Cost-a-Lotta]

How many gallons?

How about treating as a temp seasonal pool?

Guide for Seasonal/Temporary Pools

Smaller seasonal pools can see just as much enjoyment as their larger counterparts. In this guide we'll show you how to maintain your temporary pool.

www.troublefreepool.com

Otherwise, as @Newdude said, the TF-100 is a good value.

 

[Riotic]

Yes! I appreciate it greatly!

 

[Riotic]

How many gallons?

How about treating as a temp seasonal pool?

Guide for Seasonal/Temporary Pools

Smaller seasonal pools can see just as much enjoyment as their larger counterparts. In this guide we'll show you how to maintain your temporary pool.

www.troublefreepool.com

Otherwise, as @Newdude said, the TF-100 is a good value.

It's only 1700 gallons or so

 

[Rancho Cost-a-Lotta]

If it was my pool, I would purchase an HTH test kit and keep CYA in the low range so you can test with a regular OTO (color match) chlorine test.

If you're practicing to manage a bigger pool, then go with the TF-100.

 

[Newdude]

With only a couple weeks left in a short season, it would be understandable to limp along this year and hit the ground running next year.

Worth noting : the test kit is 50% setting you up with parts like the PH block, vials and the CYA tube. Refills go on sale each spring in the $40s and are beyond reasonable. It'll probably get away from you with the $20 kits and you'll spend more than the extra $20 each time it goes south. So set yourself up once with the TF100, then it's cheaper in the long run on years 2+

Your choice if you want to bite that bullet now or in the spring.