A deal on the Chad Valley Sand and Water Pit means parents can pick it up for just £2.10 during the summer holidays. Normally retailing at £28, the price drops through a combination of a discount at Argos and a welcome bonus from money-saving site TopCashback.
Argos has slashed a third off the price, bringing it down to £18. New members of TopCashback who sign up and spend £15 or more at a qualifying retailer receive a £15 welcome bonus. For new members buying from Argos, the pit effectively costs £2.10 after cashback. Existing Argos customers pay slightly more at £2.93 after cashback for new TopCashback members.
Click and collect from an Argos branch is free, while standard delivery starts from £4.95.
Product Features and Reviews
The apple-shaped sand and water pit features two sections, making it suitable for sand in one side and water in the other, or for play balls. It is recommended for children aged one and above with adult supervision. The product has 71 reviews averaging 4.7 out of 5 stars.
One reviewer said: "Great set for playing. Sand in one side paddle in the other. You can put the top on when bad weather or not being used." Another wrote: "Bought this for my dog as it's much more sturdy than the dog specific ones and can take his digging. It's a good size for my Labrador to splash around in and I've been using the second shell to keep cool during the heatwave. Everyone is happy and I'd recommend." A third added: "Sturdy sand pit which can also be used for water. Room for several children to play round. A more rounded shape than my previous one which should make it more durable." A fourth commented: "Very pleased with the sand and water pit, our dogs love it. And a good price."
Downsides and Alternatives
Some customers noted drawbacks. One said: "I bought this to provide a digging pit for my dog. It's a good size and can hold plenty of sand. However, it's quite flimsy and probably wouldn't withstand much punishment." Another mentioned "the plastic is not all that hard-wearing."
Alternatives include the Intex Duckling Snapset Pool on Amazon for £14.49, which holds up to 218 litres of water and includes a repair patch. B&Q sells the Teamson Kids Outdoor Garden Sand Pit for £59.99, measuring 117 x 117 x 120 cm, with a canopy for shade.
How to Get the Deal
To get the reduced price: sign up as a new member at TopCashback for free via their link, search for Argos on the site, click through and buy the item normally. The £15 cashback is earned when spending £15 or more. The cashback appears on the TopCashback earnings page within seven days of purchase.
