3 Reasons to Choose a Sand Filter for Your Above-Ground Pool

Sand filters are simpler and cheaper to maintain You backwash to clean them instead of buying replacement cartridges. The sand lasts 5–7 years before needing replacement.

Sand filters are more durable They have no fragile pleats to tear. The design is straightforward and tough.

Cartridge filters are only better if you want to save water They capture smaller particles and don’t require backwashing. But for most above-ground pool owners, the extra hassle and cost of cartridges isn’t worth it.