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What Customers Are Saying
The product is generally effective at controlling and preventing algae growth, quickly clearing up various types of algae and leaving the pool water clear. It is easy to use and a little goes a long way. The product works well even in conditions that promote algae growth. However, some customers had mixed experiences, with a few finding it created excessive foam or didn't fully eliminate their algae issues. Overall, the majority of reviews indicate the product is a reliable and convenient solution for maintaining a clean, algae-free pool.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Clean and clear
Would Recommend[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This algae guard worked wonders, my pool was forming a lot of algae in so I put the algae guard in and turned the pump on and in about 24hrs it was clear. This was great worked fast and pool looks amazing!
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Works good
Would Recommend[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This product has been a game changer. It has made such a difference in our cleanliness of the pool. It’s nice to have quality products I can trust that don’t cost and arm and a leg. The chemicals aren’t over bearing so that’s a plus.
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Great
Would Recommend[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This has been a trusted pool brand for us for awhile. We have a lot of metals in our water and it’s even city water. You never have to worry about getting the amounts wrong either. We keep stocked on everything this brand has to sell.
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Worked fast
Would RecommendNew pool just completed in time for a hot Palm Springs summer. Didn't take long for green algae to start. Used HTH initial treatment then after 3 days another dose. Pool has been algae free since. I purposely left one spot of algae in pool to see if HTH worked and it was gone after 3 days.
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No. Just no.
Would Not RecommendAs you can see on the bottle is says non-foaming and all I seen in my pool is foam from this chemical/product and I can't say I'm happy.
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Smelly and foamy...YUK!!!
Would Not RecommendUsed a little less than the start up dose (15oz in 32,000 gallons) on my green pool after I had checked chemicals and shocked 4 hours before. Foamy (esp out of bubbler and waterfall) and smelly (some kind of ammonia smell) still after 18hrs. Now i have a mess and think only way to get rid of it is empty the pool..
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Hello, we are the manufacture of the HTH Super Algae Guard. We are very sorry to hear about this problem, and invite you to contact the Helpline numbe...
Great Algae preventer
Would RecommendI have been using this product for 6 years in my in-ground Marcite pool. I have no pool enclosure and live in Florida. It has prevented algae growth religiously with one ounce per month in a 10,000 gal pool. Excellent product
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Excessive foam in the pool
Would Not RecommendI add more than recommended and I can not get rid of the foam in my pool. Not sure how I can get my pool back to normal again. Is there any product to eliminate this terrible foam.... trying to taking the foam out of the pool, from the spa, photo from the spa, working
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Hello Celso 26, we are the manufacture of HTH® Super Algae Guard. I am very sorry to hear about this issue. Foaming is usually caused by adding to muc...
Works Great
Would Recommend[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I recently was able to try the new HTH® Super Algae Guard, 32oz. It kills and prevents all algae types including green, black and mustard algae in your swimming pool. I simply poured it around the edges of my pool and in no time you have crystal clear water! I love this formula most as I’m able to swim about 15 minutes after pouring in. I definitely recommend HTH® Super Algae Guard, 32oz for anyone wanting to quickly clean their pool.
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A Great Product
Would Recommend[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am so glad that I order this algae guard for my swimming pool. I have tried so many other brands and it seems like they did absolutely nothing, maybe even just made my algae situation worse. I was happy to find this product at a great price and the best part is that actually works to keep my kids swimming in our pool all year round.
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How much do I need?
Would Not RecommendSome directions on the website would certainly be helpful. I have no idea how much to use for a 24' round pool. I'll keep looking elsewhere.
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Hi Bobb, we are the manufacture of the HTH® Super Algae Guard. Once you determine the number of gallons in the pool, then you can refer to the chart o...
Didn't help
Would Not Recommend[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Ok so my pool finally turned green and I used this to help get rid of the algae I followed the instructions to a T and still my pool is green. I was really hoping it would help me eliminate the problem. This happens every summer wish I had something I could really trust.
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We are the manufacture of the HTH® Super Algae Guard. Algae in the pool can be very frustrating, and usually is due to the water chemistry being out o...
Keeps it clean
Would Recommend[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This helped my pool out so much. O wasn't sure how or why I kept getting all that green stuff in my pool. I tried this and it kept it clean and free of the green algae. I also used another product with it at the same time. Made such a big difference.
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Perfect to remove pool algae
Would Recommend[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This Super Algae Guard is perfect to use if your pool has some pool algae. It is simple to use and really does make a difference. It is in a convenient bottle and the instructions are easy to follow. We liked using it on ours in the middle of the summer when we noticed a light trace of algae forming and this did the job.
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HTH Super Algae Guard
Would Recommend[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We have used this product in the past and it has worked pretty well considering the heat here in Arizona. The product stands up and does a good job considering the extreme weather in the summer. . I would recommend this product.
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Foaming?
Would Recommend[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Used the HTH Super Algae Guard in our pool recently. Being in the hot Florida sun, we can get algae build up pretty fast. Directions were simple and easy to use. No strong odor which is great. However, it supposed be nonfoaming. I didn't find this to be accurate, did have foam for at least 48hrs after using product. Butbit certainly didn't stop us from enjoying the pool and helped prevent the algae.
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Bye bye algae
Would Recommend[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It's nice to have this stuff around to keep algae away. I use it frequently and it really helps keep my pool beautifully blue. You should buy a few bottles and keep it on hand. It never hurts to have the right product around for the job.
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Work like a charm
Would Recommend[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] it prevents the algae build up in the pool. It comes in an easy to read graduated bottle. The bottle has a decent cap to keep it closed so there is a good safety seal on the lid. It helps to maintain the treated water at a better balance longer, especially during the rainy season. Upon applying it only took about 2 hours to clear the pool. It works really well. I am happy with the product and will recommend it to my friends.
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Good Stuff
Would Recommend[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The HTH Super Algae Guard works great, I been using it for three weeks and it eliminates algae overnight. Since it is super concentrate all you use it a few ounces so the bottle lasts a long time. My pool is super clear now and I would buy again.
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Perfect!
Would Recommend[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] If you have any algae growing in your pool this is the best stuff to use! It is amazing and works quick! I have used this a few different times and this and it takes very little time to start seeing results. This will not disappoint!
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Hello Ross. Foaming water in the pool can be caused by many factors. We invite you to call our Consumer Engagement Center Monday thru Friday 9am to 7p...