For most backyards and church yards, the GoSports Gagagon 15 ft is the gaga pit to get: it sets up in under 5 minutes with no tools, fits 6 to 12 players and folds into a carry bag. For a small yard and younger kids, the 10 ft Gagagon Go, and for a big group that wants soft walls, the GR8FUN 17 ft inflatable.
Our picks at a glance
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GoSports 10 ft Gagagon Go Portable Gaga Ball Pit (details below)
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In a hurry?
Here’s how the picks compare. The details for each are below.
| Pit | Size | Players | Type | Setup |
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| GoSports Gagagon 15 ftCheck at Amazon: GoSports Gagagon 15 ft | 15 ft | 6 to 12 | Portable panels | Under 5 min, no tools |
| GoSports Gagagon Go 10 ftCheck at Amazon: GoSports Gagagon Go 10 ft | 10 ft | 2 to 6 | Portable panels | Under 5 min, no tools |
| GR8FUN 17 ft Inflatable Gaga PitCheck at Amazon: GR8FUN 17 ft Inflatable Gaga Pit | 17 ft | 6 to 10 | Inflatable, built-in blower | 3 to 4 min, needs power |
| WARSUN 15 ft Inflatable Gaga PitCheck at Amazon: WARSUN 15 ft Inflatable Gaga Pit | 15 ft | Not listed | Inflatable, built-in fan | Plug in, needs power |
| GoSports Gagagon Modular Gate KitCheck at Amazon: GoSports Gagagon Modular Gate Kit | Build your own | Up to 12, 20 or 28+ | Commercial HDPE panels | Panels come pre-attached |
| In-Ground Steel-Spike Gaga Pit, 15 ftCheck at Amazon: In-Ground Steel-Spike Gaga Pit, 15 ft | 15 ft | Up to 15 | Permanent, in-ground | Spikes into the ground |
New to the game? Our guide to how to play gaga ball covers the rules, pit sizes and variations.
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How to Choose a Gaga Ball Pit
Size by number of players
GoSports sizes its pits by group: 10 ft for 2 to 6 players, 15 ft for 6 to 12 and 20 ft for 12 to 20. That’s the clearest sizing guide on the market, and it works for the other brands too.
For a family backyard, 10 or 15 ft is plenty. A school or camp running full classes needs 20 ft or a modular kit built bigger.
Panels, inflatable or permanent
Portable panel pits stand on their own feet, set up in minutes and pack into a bag. Inflatable pits have soft walls but need a blower running the whole time, and a permanent in-ground pit stays put all season.
Indoors, outdoors and the ground underneath
The Gagagon pits have rubber feet and work on blacktop, driveways, grass, carpet and gym floors, which makes them the easy pick for indoor winter play. Inflatables need an outlet and stakes or sandbags, and the in-ground pit needs soil to drive its spikes into.
Weight and storage
GoSports lists the 10 ft pit at 15 lb, the 15 ft at 35 lb and the 20 ft at 45 lb, all with carry bags. Inflatables fold small once the air is out, and the permanent pit doesn’t move.
The ball
The 15 and 20 ft Gagagons come with two 8.5-inch balls and a pump, and the 10 ft comes with one 7-inch ball sized for younger players. Softer balls are kinder to small kids and work better indoors.
The 6 Best Gaga Ball Pits
1. GoSports Gagagon 15 ft
This is the one I’d buy for most families, churches and small schools. The 15 ft size fits 6 to 12 players, it sets up in under 5 minutes without tools or electricity, and rubber feet let it stand on grass, blacktop, carpet or a gym floor.
It weighs 35 lb, packs into its carrying case, and comes with two 8.5-inch balls and a pump. A low step entrance makes getting in and out easy, and foam toppers cover the poles.
The same pit comes in a 20 ft size for 12 to 20 players if you’re running bigger games. That one weighs 45 lb.
Best for backyards, church youth groups and classrooms of up to about a dozen kids.
Pros
- Under 5 minutes to set up, no tools.
- Works indoors and out on almost any surface.
Cons
- Panel walls are firmer than an inflatable’s.
- Too small for a full school class.
2. GoSports Gagagon Go 10 ft
The smaller, lighter version for a family yard. It’s 10 ft across for 2 to 6 players, weighs only 15 lb and sets up in under 5 minutes on blacktop, driveways, grass or carpet.
It comes with one 7-inch ball, which GoSports sizes for younger players, plus a pump and a carry case. The low step entrance suits little legs too.
Best for siblings and a couple of friends, and families with younger kids or a small yard.
Pros
- Only 15 lb to carry and store.
- Smaller 7-inch ball for young players.
Cons
- Six players is the limit.
- Only one ball included.
3. GR8FUN 17 ft Inflatable Gaga Pit
The pick for soft walls and a bigger floor. It’s about 17 ft across and 2.23 ft tall, fits 6 to 10 players, and its built-in blower inflates it in 3 to 4 minutes.
A Velcro entrance closes behind players, D-rings at the base take ground stakes or sandbags, and a zipper valve lets the air out fast for packing. GR8FUN says the blower has to stay plugged in and running during play, and not to use it outdoors in heavy rain or strong wind.
Best for birthday parties and youth events where soft walls matter more than portability.
Pros
- Soft inflatable walls.
- Up in 3 to 4 minutes.
Cons
- Needs an outlet and the blower running.
- Not for rain or strong wind.
4. WARSUN 15 ft Inflatable Gaga Pit
A slightly smaller inflatable at 15 ft across, made from 210D Oxford fabric with a thicker Oxford floor. A built-in fan inflates it, and like every inflatable pit the blower has to keep running to keep it up.
It has a notched entry, carry handles and D-rings at the bottom for fastening it down. The walls are rounded with no hard edges, so a player who bumps the side doesn’t hit anything firm.
Best for camps, church yards and parties that want an inflatable in a smaller footprint.
Pros
- Thicker Oxford floor.
- Rounded walls with no hard edges.
Cons
- Player count isn’t listed.
- The blower must run the whole game.
5. GoSports Gagagon Modular Gate Kit
For schools, camps and community centers that need a tougher pit or a bigger one. The panels are commercial-grade HDPE, come pre-attached and fold up with carry handles, and this gate kit includes 1 gate, 3 panels and 2 balls with a pump.
It isn’t a complete pit on its own: you add Gagagon Modular Panel Kits to build the size you need. GoSports says 1 gate kit and 2 panel kits make a pit for up to 12 players, 1 gate and 3 panels for up to 20, and 2 gates and 3 panels for 28 or more.
Best for schools and camps that run big games every day.
Pros
- Build it to fit 12, 20 or 28+ players.
- Commercial-grade HDPE panels.
Cons
- You need panel kits as well as the gate kit.
- More than a family backyard needs.
6. In-Ground Steel-Spike Gaga Pit, 15 ft
A permanent pit for a yard or campus that wants gaga all season. Heavy HDPE plastic timbers stack into a 15 ft pit for up to 15 players, held in the ground by steel spikes, and it’s made in the USA.
The kit includes 23 border timbers, 12 steel spikes and 2 end caps, and the top row of 11 timbers leaves a 4 ft entry. It only comes in black, and the listing showed limited stock when I checked, so look at the delivery date before you plan around it.
Best for churches, schools and big backyards that want a pit that stays up.
Pros
- Permanent, with no blower or panels to set up.
- Holds up to 15 players.
Cons
- Needs soil for the spikes, so no driveways or gyms.
- Black only.
Inflatable Pit Safety
Treat an inflatable gaga pit like a bounce house. Stake or sandbag it through the D-rings, keep the blower running and its cord out of the walkway, and follow the maker’s limits on wind and rain.
Our bounce house rules cover anchoring and blower setup, and they apply to inflatable pits too. For any pit, keep hits below the knees and have an adult nearby.
Giving one as a gift? Order early and check the delivery date on Amazon before you count on it for Christmas.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size gaga pit do I need?
Go by your usual group size. GoSports suggests 10 ft for 2 to 6 players, 15 ft for 6 to 12 and 20 ft for 12 to 20.
Can you put a gaga pit on grass?
Yes. Panel pits like the Gagagon stand on grass with their rubber feet, inflatables stake into it, and the in-ground pit needs soil for its spikes.
Can you play gaga indoors?
Yes, with a portable panel pit on a gym floor or carpet, or an inflatable if you have an outlet nearby. Use a soft ball indoors.
What ball do you use for gaga?
A soft playground ball around 8.5 inches is standard, and a smaller 7-inch ball suits young kids. The Gagagon pits include their balls and a pump.
For most families and church groups, the 15 ft Gagagon is the easy choice, and the 10 ft suits a small yard. Next, read backyard birthday party ideas for a party built around one.
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