Here's a complete Trampoline Buying Guide for Irish Families to help customers choose the right BERG trampoline based on their garden space, children’s age, number of kids, and budget. Following that is a summary comparison table to make the decision easier.
🇮🇪 BERG Trampoline Buying Guide: Choosing the Right One for Your Family
1. Trampoline Ranges – What’s the Difference?
Range |
Best For |
Features |
Price Range |
Favorit |
Budget-conscious families |
Entry-level, safe, long-lasting for light use |
€ |
Champion |
Most families, especially with active kids |
Better bounce, AirFlow mat, TwinSpring Gold springs |
€€ |
Elite |
Serious use & regular jumpers |
Top-quality materials, thick padding, AirFlow Pro mat |
€€€ |
Pro Bouncer |
Teenagers, athletes, flips |
Max bounce, performance springs & mat |
€€€€ |
2. Which Style Should You Choose?
Style |
Garden Suitability |
Installation |
Safety |
Aesthetics |
Above Ground |
Most gardens |
Easiest |
Needs ladder |
Most visible |
InGround |
Flat, diggable gardens |
Medium effort |
Easy to access |
Less visible |
FlatGround |
Seamless gardens |
More installation work |
Ground level entry |
Blends into lawn |
3. Shape – What Works Best?
Shape |
Best For |
Benefits |
Round |
General use, smaller gardens |
Even bounce, central focus |
Rectangular |
Older kids, flips, narrow gardens |
More bounce space, stronger bounce |
Square |
Small-medium gardens, modern look |
Space-efficient with good bounce |
Oval |
Multiple kids, longer gardens |
More jumping surface, safe design |
4. Size Guide (Approximate Age & Use)
Trampoline Size |
Ages |
Garden Size |
Use |
6–8 ft |
3–7 yrs |
Small |
One child |
9–11 ft |
6–10 yrs |
Small–Medium |
1–2 kids |
12–14 ft |
9–14 yrs |
Medium–Large |
2–3 kids |
14+ ft / Rectangular |
10+ yrs |
Large gardens |
Multiple kids, tricks, teens |
✅ How to Choose: Key Considerations
Factor |
Recommendation |
Age of Kids |
Young kids: Favorit or Champion in small sizesTeens: Elite or Pro Bouncer |
Number of Kids |
2+ kids: Go for round, oval or rectangular for more space |
Garden Size |
Small: 6–11ft round or square. Large: 12–16ft round, oval or rectangular |
Budget |
Low: Favorit (Above Ground)Mid: Champion (InGround)High: Elite / Pro Bouncer (FlatGround) |
Aesthetics |
Discreet: InGround or FlatGround styles |
Safety |
All BERG models are high-safety rated, but lower trampolines (InGround or FlatGround) are easier for young kids |
📊 Summary Table: BERG Trampoline Selection Guide
Factor |
Favorit |
Champion |
Elite |
Pro Bouncer |
Best For |
Small kids, tight budget |
Most families |
Active kids, serious jumpers |
Teens, flips, gymnasts |
Bounce Quality |
Moderate |
Excellent |
Superior |
Professional-grade |
Durability |
Good |
Very Good |
Premium |
Top-tier |
Price €–€€€€ |
€ |
€€ |
€€€ |
€€€€ |
Available Styles |
All |
All |
All |
Mostly Above Ground / FlatGround |
Sizes |
6–14 ft |
11–14 ft |
11–14 ft |
9–16 ft |
Shapes |
Round, Oval, Rect |
Round, Oval, Rect |
Round, Oval, Rect |
Rectangular |
Age Range |
3–10 yrs |
6–14 yrs |
7–16 yrs |
10+ yrs |
Number of Kids |
1 |
1–2 |
2–3 |
2–4 |
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