--- product_id: 64921604 title: "FlowXtreme CottonTails Filter Media, 1.5-lbs Box of Cotton Pool Filter Balls for Swimming Pools – Washable, Reusable & Lightweight 50-lbs Pool Sand Alternative – Advanced 3-Micron Filtration" brand: "flowxtreme" price: "VT24830" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Flow Xtreme" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/64921604-flowxtreme-cottontails-filter-media-1-5-lbs-box-of-cotton store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Reduces backwashing frequency 3-micron advanced filtration 1.5 lbs replaces 50 lbs sand FlowXtreme CottonTails Filter Media, 1.5-lbs Box of Cotton Pool Filter Balls for Swimming Pools – Washable, Reusable & Lightweight 50-lbs Pool Sand Alternative – Advanced 3-Micron Filtration **Brand:** flowxtreme **Price:** VT24830 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 💦 Elevate your pool game with lightweight, crystal-clear filtration—because your summer deserves the best! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** FlowXtreme CottonTails Filter Media, 1.5-lbs Box of Cotton Pool Filter Balls for Swimming Pools – Washable, Reusable & Lightweight 50-lbs Pool Sand Alternative – Advanced 3-Micron Filtration by flowxtreme - **How much does it cost?** VT24830 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/64921604-flowxtreme-cottontails-filter-media-1-5-lbs-box-of-cotton) ## Best For - flowxtreme enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted flowxtreme brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Wash & Reuse Magic:** Durable polyethylene balls are washable and reusable season after season—sustainability meets convenience. - • **Eco-Smart Efficiency:** Backwash only when PSI hits 25, slashing water waste and saving you time and money on maintenance. - • **Lightweight Powerhouse:** Ditch 50 lbs of heavy sand for just 1.5 lbs of ultra-light filter media—effortless handling, zero strain. - • **Peace of Mind Warranty:** Backed by a 90-day limited warranty, ensuring your pool stays pristine with trusted performance. - • **Crystal-Clear Precision:** Filters down to 3 microns, delivering pool water clarity that rivals premium DE systems without the mess. ## Overview FlowXtreme CottonTails Filter Media revolutionizes pool filtration by replacing 50 lbs of traditional sand with just 1.5 lbs of washable, reusable cotton filter balls. Engineered with tightly woven polyethylene strands, it filters water down to 3 microns, providing superior clarity and reducing backwashing frequency. Lightweight and eco-friendly, this advanced media extends system life while simplifying maintenance, all backed by a 90-day warranty. ## Description Upgrade your above-ground pool filtration system with FlowXtreme® CottonTails® Filter Media. Tightly woven from polyethylene strands, this innovative sand-alternative filters water down to three microns for crystal clear pool water. The filtration rate is ten times greater than sand and traps small particulates that are not easily removed by sedimentation. With greater filtration capacity, this filter media won’t clog your filter and requires less backwashing. Plus, one 1.5-lb box or bag equals 50-lbs of sand. Eliminate the hassle of heavy, hard-to-manage bags of sand and enjoy a lighter, more efficient replacement. 90-day warranty. Review: Season One done and I’m happy - Well first season done and in the book. The Cotten Tails worked great. Always had clear water. Filter pressure never went above 10 psi. I only backwashed once and did that just because. So got them out today and threw them through the wash. They came out just as white as when new. As seen in one picture a few did come apart. Can’t wait till next pool season. We used HTH and Clorox chemicals and pool size is 15000 gallons Review: Crystal clear water, less work - I can't say enough about these! My water has stayed crystal clear since switching over at least 2 months ago. Using a lot less chemicals, water feels soft and have yet to need to backwash. I did backwash 1 time just to see what the water looked like and it came out a milky color, not the brown or murky color it use to with sand. I didn't see any instructions saying if or how to clean these filter balls, but upon reading from many different sources, it appears at the end of the season, I'll drain water from pump, put all the "cottontails" in a mesh bag and wash in washer and return to pump. As the pic shows, I keep my 2 toddler grandsons, so you know there's some particles getting in the pool, that shouldn't be in there. I'm mainly just using chlorine tabs on floater, keeping ph balanced and the occasional shock after heavy rains and storms. I have a small pool 12'x30", but am upgrading to an 18'x48" pool next spring, since these work so well! ## Features - EASY-TO-USE SAND REPLACEMENT – The FlowXtreme CottonTails Filter Media replaces 50-lbs of traditional sand with a compact, 1.5-lbs box. These cotton balls for pool filter are lightweight and simple to use, making them a great sand replacement. - ADVANCED 3-MICRON FILTRATION – These cotton filter balls feature a tightly woven network of polyethylene strands that filters water down to 3 microns, rivaling the clarity of high-end DE systems—without the mess of harsh materials. - CUTS BACKWASHING FREQUENCY – Compared to sand, these pool cotton filter balls won’t clog the filter. Backwashing is only needed when the tank's PSI reaches 25, reducing water usage, saving time, and extending system life. - LIGHTWEIGHT & WASHABLE DESIGN – An upgrade to sand with a filter media that’s easy to lift, clean, and reuse. Simply toss the filter balls for swimming pools in the filter machine at the season’s end for hassle-free upkeep. - LONG-LASTING, WARRANTY INCLUDED – Made from durable, 100% polyethylene, CottonTails provide reusable, season-spanning performance and are backed by a 90-day limited warranty. Dimensions: 8.1-in L x 7.3-in W x 7.1-in H. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #1,529,543 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #611 in Sand Pool Filters | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 107 Reviews | ## Product Details - **Material:** Cotton - **Product Benefits:** Filters down to 3 microns for cleaner water, requires less backwashing, lightweight and easy to maintain, and comes with a 90-day warranty. - **Brand:** FlowXtreme - **UPC:** 672875690480 - **Global Trade Identification Number:** 00672875690480 ## Images ![FlowXtreme CottonTails Filter Media, 1.5-lbs Box of Cotton Pool Filter Balls for Swimming Pools – Washable, Reusable & Lightweight 50-lbs Pool Sand Alternative – Advanced 3-Micron Filtration - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/713LLHJdTxL.jpg) ![FlowXtreme CottonTails Filter Media, 1.5-lbs Box of Cotton Pool Filter Balls for Swimming Pools – Washable, Reusable & Lightweight 50-lbs Pool Sand Alternative – Advanced 3-Micron Filtration - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71I0amfJxaL.jpg) ![FlowXtreme CottonTails Filter Media, 1.5-lbs Box of Cotton Pool Filter Balls for Swimming Pools – Washable, Reusable & Lightweight 50-lbs Pool Sand Alternative – Advanced 3-Micron Filtration - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71J+rto-O+L.jpg) ![FlowXtreme CottonTails Filter Media, 1.5-lbs Box of Cotton Pool Filter Balls for Swimming Pools – Washable, Reusable & Lightweight 50-lbs Pool Sand Alternative – Advanced 3-Micron Filtration - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71sASdpLtiL.jpg) ![FlowXtreme CottonTails Filter Media, 1.5-lbs Box of Cotton Pool Filter Balls for Swimming Pools – Washable, Reusable & Lightweight 50-lbs Pool Sand Alternative – Advanced 3-Micron Filtration - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81MNf4OFX6L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Season One done and I’m happy *by B***N on September 20, 2020* Well first season done and in the book. The Cotten Tails worked great. Always had clear water. Filter pressure never went above 10 psi. I only backwashed once and did that just because. So got them out today and threw them through the wash. They came out just as white as when new. As seen in one picture a few did come apart. Can’t wait till next pool season. We used HTH and Clorox chemicals and pool size is 15000 gallons ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Crystal clear water, less work *by S***T on September 6, 2018* I can't say enough about these! My water has stayed crystal clear since switching over at least 2 months ago. Using a lot less chemicals, water feels soft and have yet to need to backwash. I did backwash 1 time just to see what the water looked like and it came out a milky color, not the brown or murky color it use to with sand. I didn't see any instructions saying if or how to clean these filter balls, but upon reading from many different sources, it appears at the end of the season, I'll drain water from pump, put all the "cottontails" in a mesh bag and wash in washer and return to pump. As the pic shows, I keep my 2 toddler grandsons, so you know there's some particles getting in the pool, that shouldn't be in there. I'm mainly just using chlorine tabs on floater, keeping ph balanced and the occasional shock after heavy rains and storms. I have a small pool 12'x30", but am upgrading to an 18'x48" pool next spring, since these work so well! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ So far, so perfect. *by J***B on May 19, 2020* So far these things are amazing. Notice a huge difference in the first week. Will update if things turn south. Update: a month in and our pool is still crystal clear. I've only backflushed once and that wasn't because I needed to, it was to make sure I had maximum pressure to run the robot bottom skimmer. I can't encourage folks enough to get these if your using sand. The money you save on pool chemicals alone would allow you to replace these monthly but you don't need to. Will update again as the summer goes on. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/64921604-flowxtreme-cottontails-filter-media-1-5-lbs-box-of-cotton](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/64921604-flowxtreme-cottontails-filter-media-1-5-lbs-box-of-cotton) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-09*