Airbag or foam cubes? Discover the ideal solution for a reception pit suitable for your park!

When you set up a leisure park, a trampoline room , a space for an event, there is a question that comes back systematically when installing a reception pit: foam or airbag ?

Behind this question hides a strategic choice which will have a direct impact on security, customer experience, maintenance, budget ... and even the longevity of your installation. 

So what solution to adopt in 2025? We take stock. 

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Two options, two philosophies

Foam cubes: the sure value of fun 

They are visually attractive, evoke a soft cloud in which we dream of throwing ourselves ... The foam cubes have long been the norm in the reception pits. Their fun, colorful and immersif side appeals to children and adults. And this is often what is expected of a leisure park: whether fun and photogenic. 

But the cubes also have limits : 

• Safety : To guarantee a safe reception, you need a minimum depth of 1.20 to 1.40 m and a constant filling rate , without complaints. A displaced or compact cube can compromise shock absorption. 
• Hygiene : cleaning is a real challenge. The cubes must be removed, wash them with one or treat them in zones, then put everything back in place. It is long and tedious. 
• Budget : Purchase, it is a more accessible solution, but it requires frequent restocking due to wear. 
  

New generation airbag: the solution of tomorrow

More and more parks are opting for the installation of a latest generation  airbag This system, long reserved for waterfalls, has become more democratic and adapted to the requirements of leisure.

Here is why he seduces as much: 

• Maximum safety : Airbag absorbs shocks homogeneously , regardless of the impact zone. Better yet, some models are equipped with sensors and alarms that are triggered in the event of poor reception. 
• Ultra simplified maintenance : a single surface to clean. In 5 minutes, it's clean. 
• Long -term profitability : certainly, the starting investment is higher.
• But no restocking, little maintenance and a lifespan much higher than that of the cubes.
• Customizable : airbag can be in the colors of your park , with printed or integrated visuals, which facilitates its integration into your universe.

Airbag or cubes: how to decide?

What must be understood is that each solution meets a different need . The right choice depends on your concept, your budget, your target ... and your operational constraints.

The airbag is to be preferred if you are looking for: 

• Simple , quick to clean
  exploitation
• Maximum security for a large audience 
  
• lasting and profitable solution over time
  
• A customizable design for visual consistency
   

The cubes keep their relevance if: 

• You offer an immersion oriented 
  
• You organize ephemeral or thematic events 
  
• You are ready to assume frequent interview 
  
• You want a strong and attractive visual element
  

Storkeo 's opinion

The trends are clear: on the new installations , the airbag takes over. It meets new safety requirements post-Cavid hygiene challenges , and the profitability needs of operators, better.

This does not mean that the cubes are obsolete, but their use specializes: they are more readily found in young children , temporary events , or in facilities where aesthetics and game take precedence over logistical efficiency.

At Storkeo , we support dozens of project leaders each year in the design, development and optimization of their leisure areas. 

Our advice? Take the time to think about it with an expert. We analyze your constraints with you, your audience, and we help you make an informed choice. 

There is no unique answer. But there is an answer adapted to your concept.