Mum Reviews Vuly Thunder 2 After 4 Months of Use

The full video review is above; the main points are summarised below.

Jess and her family have been using the Vuly Thunder 2 (medium size) for just over four months in Brisbane. With two young boys aged five and one-and-a-half, safety was the top priority when choosing a trampoline.

Model reviewed: Vuly Thunder 2
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Why they chose the Thunder 2

The springless design was the main drawcard. Vuly's leaf spring system means no exposed metal springs, which was essential with young kids in the house. The safety net connects directly to the mat, leaving no gaps for small fingers to get caught.

Accessories worth considering

Jess purchased two add-ons:

Shade cover: Living in Brisbane, sun protection was a must. The cover lets the kids jump all day without getting burnt, and it doubles as a leaf catcher. Only small debris gets through the sides.

Basketball hoop: Easy to install, sits inside the enclosure, and comes with a ball and pump.

The good

• Safety features: The net flexes outwards on impact, so there's nothing hard to hit your head on. The flap entry means no zippers to catch fingers.
• Bounce quality: Controlled and stable for young children. You can't bounce dangerously high, which suits families with little ones.
• Durability: After four months of near-daily use through Brisbane storms (including hail), there's no squeaking, no movement in the frame, and no visible wear on the powder coating or fabric. It still looks close to new.

Things to know before you buy

• No ladder included: The footholds are a bit high for younger kids. Jess uses a step for her five-year-old, though she expects he won't need it by age seven or eight.
• Heavy to move: You'll need two adults to shift it around the yard.
• Entry can be awkward for adults: There are no specific footholds on the mat edge, so getting in and out as a grown-up means standing inside the net enclosure. The kids have no trouble.
• Shade cover limits jump height: Taller adults might find it restrictive.

Assembly

It took two adults just over two hours. The instructions were clear, but tensioning the mat to the leaf springs was the most physically demanding part. Jess recommends starting early in the day, taking breaks, and definitely not attempting it the night before Christmas or a birthday party. The tensioning tool in the box is essential; she says it would be nearly impossible without it.

The verdict

Jess would buy the Vuly Thunder 2 again. It suits young families who spend a lot of time outdoors. The main limitation is its weight, which is a problem if you need to move it often.