BERG Champion vs InGround Champion

These are the same trampoline in two installations. Both come in 11 ft, 12.5 ft and 14 ft, both use BERG's TwinSpring system, both are rated to 120 kg per jumper, and both cost the same at matching sizes.

The above-ground Champion sits on a frame with legs. The InGround Champion is designed to be set into a hole so the mat sits close to lawn level, which removes the climb, lowers the visual impact and takes the trampoline out of the wind. Against that, an in-ground install means digging, drainage and a much harder job if you ever want to move it.

One specification does change: the frame warranty is 13 years on the above-ground Champion and 10 years on the InGround version. Both have 2-year mat and net warranties. Neither is listed as meeting the Australian Trampoline Standard AS 4989:2015.

Choose the Champion if you want the longer frame warranty, an easier install, or the option to move it later. Choose the InGround Champion if you want the trampoline to sit flush with the lawn and are prepared for the groundwork.

Quick verdict

This is an installation decision rather than a product one. The above-ground model is simpler and carries three more years on the frame. The in-ground version costs the same and suits you if the lower profile matters, at the cost of the groundwork.