Trampoline sales: how to judge a deal
Updated 30 September 2026 · Find My Trampoline editorial team
Quick answer
A good deal is about more than a low price. Compare the same size and shape, check what is included (enclosure, pad, anchors), and look at springs, frame, warranty and spare parts. A discount is only meaningful against the lowest price in the previous 30 days. Current prices, with the date we fetched them, are in our catalogue.
Why we do not quote prices here
Trampoline prices change often, and a price that is right today can be wrong tomorrow. So this guide contains no pound figures. Our catalogue and product pages show current retailer prices with the time they were fetched. We only show a struck-through 'was' price when we hold our own price history showing the lowest price over the previous 30 days.
The 30-day rule
UK and EU price-reduction guidance expects a retailer advertising a discount to compare against a genuine earlier price, typically the lowest price in the previous 30 days. A 'was' price used only for a few days before a sale is not a fair reference. Look for the 30-day lowest price; if it is missing, treat the percentage with caution.
Compare like for like
The most common mistake is comparing a cheap trampoline with a dearer one without checking what separates them. A lower price can mean a smaller size, standard springs, a thinner pad, or an enclosure and anchor kit sold separately. Compare the same size and shape, and add the accessories you would buy anyway.
| Check | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Size and shape | Decides jumping area and space, not just price |
| Enclosure included? | Sometimes sold separately |
| Springs and frame | The manufacturer's own classes say how robust it is |
| Edge pad | Width and thickness vary between models |
| Anchors and ladder | May be extra costs |
| Warranty and spare parts | Decide what it costs to own over time |
Signs of a genuine deal
- The price is below the retailer's lowest price in the previous 30 days.
- It is clear what is included in the sale price.
- It is the same model sold outside the sale, not a simplified version.
- Returns and warranty terms are the same as usual.
Be wary of
Countdown timers, 'only 2 left' banners and offers that look too good to be true, especially from unfamiliar shops without clear contact details. Check that the retailer has UK delivery terms, a cancellation right and real customer service. Compare specifications in our compare tool before you decide.
Timing
Demand for trampolines tends to peak in spring and early summer. Offers often appear outside the peak season and around major shopping events. If you plan ahead you can watch prices for a while rather than rushing a decision.
Look at the total cost
A trampoline without an enclosure or anchors can end up dearer overall than a bundle that includes them. Add up what you need – see our guides to ladders, anchor kits and covers – and compare the total.
How to use our comparison
Every product in our comparison is shown with the details the manufacturer or retailer actually publishes. Where a detail is missing we show "n/a" rather than guess. Scores are built from specifications covering safety, performance, durability, ease of use and value, and any commission we may earn from retailers never changes a score. We have not tested the trampolines ourselves, so use the comparison to narrow things down, then read the manufacturer's manual before you decide. The full model is explained on how we compare.
Mistakes to avoid
- Comparing prices without checking size and what is included.
- Trusting a 'was' price with no 30-day lowest price.
- Forgetting the cost of an enclosure and anchors.
- Buying from a shop without clear delivery and returns terms.
Go straight to the products: the North Performer, the North In Ground or the full catalogue.
Frequently asked questions
Why are there no prices in this guide?
Prices change often. Current prices with the fetch time are in our catalogue and product pages.
When do trampolines go on sale?
Often outside the spring and summer peak and around major shopping events, but it varies by retailer.
How do I know a discount is real?
Compare it with the retailer's lowest price in the previous 30 days.
Is a cheap trampoline a bad buy?
Not necessarily. Check what is included, the springs, pad, warranty and spare parts before deciding.
Why don't you always show a 'was' price?
We only show one when we hold our own price history for the previous 30 days.
Always follow the manufacturer's manual and local regulations. This guide does not replace the instructions supplied with the product.