Bestway was established in 1994 with the goal of producing affordable, innovative recreational products for families worldwide. The company’s first product was a simple inflatable beach ball. As demand grew, Bestway expanded into swimming pools, inflatable boats, air mattresses, spas, toys, sporting goods, and camping equipment. [2]

Major milestones include:

• 1994 – Company founded in Shanghai, China.

• 1999 – Opened its first major manufacturing facility.

• 2001–2007 – Expanded into Europe, North America, South America, and other international markets.

• 2017 – Listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

• 2021 – Privatized and delisted following a management-led buyout.

• 2024 – Celebrated its 30th anniversary. [3]

Bestway Global Holding Inc. is a multinational corporation operating across five continents. According to the company, it has:

• Operations in over 120 countries

• Sales organizations in 82 countries

• 13 international subsidiaries

• Regional research and development centers in Europe, the United States, and China

• Multiple wholly owned manufacturing facilities in China and Southeast Asia

• After-sales service centers in dozens of countries [4]

Bestway manufactures thousands of consumer products across several categories:

Above-Ground Pools

• Steel-frame pools

• Fast Set inflatable pools

• Power Steel pools

• Hydrium steel-wall pools

• Pool accessories and maintenance equipment

Portable Spas

The Lay-Z-Spa series includes inflatable hot tubs with massage systems, digital controls, and insulated covers.

Air Beds

• Indoor air mattresses

• Camping air beds

• Double-height air mattresses

• Built-in electric pump models

Water Sports

• Inflatable kayaks

• Stand-up paddleboards (SUPs)

• Boats and rafts

• Life jackets and accessories

Recreation

• Inflatable toys

• Ride-on floats

• Water slides

• Play centers

• Family pools

Camping Equipment

• Tents

• Sleeping bags

• Camping furniture

• Coolers

• Outdoor accessories

Fitness & Sporting Goods

• Inflatable gym equipment

• Sports balls

• Training accessories

• Floating docks and platforms

Bestway owns or markets several product lines, including:

• Bestway®

• Lay-Z-Spa®

• Hydrium™

• Power Steel®

• Steel Pro®

• Fast Set™

• Hydro-Force®

• Flowclear™

• Air Step™ [5]

Bestway designs and manufactures most of its products through company-owned facilities. It operates regional R&D centers staffed by engineers, designers, and product specialists focused on:

• Product design

• Materials engineering

• Safety testing

• Patent development

• Quality assurance [6]

Bestway products are widely sold through:

• Major retailers

• Sporting goods stores

• Home improvement chains

• Department stores

• Online marketplaces

• Bestway regional websites

The brand maintains regional offices in North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, South America, and the Middle East. [7]

According to the company, Bestway’s mission is to create products that help families enjoy leisure time through affordable, innovative, and dependable recreational equipment. Its stated purpose is to “bring the fun to every household worldwide.” [8]

Bestway states that it is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of inflatable leisure and sports products and estimates that it holds roughly one-third of the global market in these categories. Its main international competitors include companies such as Intex Recreation Corp. and smaller regional pool and outdoor recreation brands. [9]

Bestway reports investments in:

• More efficient manufacturing

• Waste reduction

• Quality control

• Product durability

• Research into improved materials and production processes [10]

Bestway is recognized as one of the largest brands in the affordable above-ground pool and inflatable recreation market. Its products are widely available and known for balancing price and features. As with many mass-market consumer brands, customer experiences vary: many users report good value and years of satisfactory use, while others have reported issues involving customer support or long-term durability for specific products. [11]

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