Vuly Quest 2 vs Growplay Monkey Bars: Play Equipment Comparison

Vuly and Growplay are two Australian brands selling freestanding monkey bars. They differ in height range, warranty, what's included and price.

The two brands

Growplay Monkey Bars

Growplay is an Australian-owned and operated company based in Perth, where it designs and engineers all its products in-house.

Growplay says its frames are load tested to 950 kg and certified to Australian, USA and European standards. Base models include several play features as standard rather than as add-ons.

Its freestanding, height-adjustable monkey bars come in a "Bubble Gum Blue" colour and have a 10-year warranty.

Vuly Quest Monkey Bars

Vuly is an Australian company best known for its trampolines. It also sells swing sets and monkey bars, and its Quest 2 range comes in standard and Pro models.

Vuly focuses on features such as integrated shade roofs and, on the Pro models, elevated hideouts. Its freestanding monkey bars meet the Australian Standard AS 8124, use Vuly's joiner technology and have a 7-year warranty.

Vuly's Monkey Bar Configurator lets you try different sizes and add-ons to see what will fit in your backyard.

Design and construction

Both brands offer freestanding designs made from galvanised and powder-coated steel tubing, but their specifications differ:

Height range

Growplay: Adjustable from 1.5 m to 2.3 m
Vuly: Adjustable from 1.2 m to 1.95 m

Warranty

Growplay: 10-year warranty on frames
Vuly: 7-year warranty on frames, 2-year warranty on swings, 1-year on accessories

Load testing

Growplay: Load tested to 950 kg, according to Growplay
Vuly: Specific load rating not advertised

Standard inclusions

Growplay: Multiple accessories included as standard with base models
Vuly: Shade roof included standard with all models

Construction features

Growplay: Patented ground anchors for stability; signature "Bubble Gum Blue" colour
Vuly: X-Brace™ frame system in Pro models; joiner technology

Model range

Growplay models

Classic Medium Frame: Entry-level model for basic monkey bar play
The Compact: Designed for small backyards and narrow spaces
Adventurer Large Frame: Larger model with extensive play area
Explorer XL Frame: Largest model for maximum play area

Vuly Quest 2 models

Small Quest 2: Compact design
Medium Quest 2: Mid-sized option
Large Quest 2: Expanded play area
Large Ninja Quest 2: Specialised model with battle bars for ninja training
Extra Large Quest 2: Maximum play area with dual monkey bar sections

Pro Variants: All Vuly models (except Extra Large) are available in Pro versions that include:

Elevated hideout play platform
X-Brace stability system
Cargo net access
Increased total height (308 cm vs 264 cm standard height)

Key differences in model range:

Growplay offers a more affordable entry point with their Classic model
Vuly models all come with shade covers included
Vuly offers more specialised variants (Pro and Ninja models)

Distinctive features

Vuly Quest 2

Sun protection: Shade roof standard on all models
X-Brace system: Extra bracing for stability in Pro models
Battle bars: Ninja models add obstacle-course training equipment
Half Price Parts For Life: Ongoing discount program for registered products
Attachment options: Up to 15 attachment points on Extra Large model
Free basketball set: Included with all models at time of writing

Growplay

Greater height range: Taller maximum playing height for growing children
Higher load rating: Growplay says its frames are load tested to 950 kg
Accessory bundle: Many accessories included as standard rather than as add-ons
Longer warranty: 10-year frame warranty (vs 7-year)
Colour: "Bubble Gum Blue" finish

Standard inclusions

Growplay standard inclusions

Base models typically include:

Height-adjustable monkey bars (1.5 m to 2.3 m height range)
Multiple swings and accessories (varies by model)
Ground anchors and installation equipment
10-year warranty on frames

Vuly Quest 2 standard inclusions

Standard features across all models:

Swing sets (number varies by model)
Shade roof
Free basketball set (at time of writing)
7-year warranty on frames

Vuly Quest 2 Pro models

Vuly Quest 2 Pro versions add:

Elevated hideout play platform
X-Brace stability system
Cargo net access
Increased height (308 cm vs 264 cm)

Vuly Quest 2 Ninja models

Ninja versions add battle bars for obstacle course training.

Accessories

Accessories available from each brand:

Accessory Type	Growplay	Vuly
Swings & Seating
Classic/Seat Swing	✓	✓
Net/Nest Swing	✓	✓
Boat Swing	✓	✗
Toddler Swing	✓	✓
Hanging Cubby	✓	✓
Skateboard Swing	✗	✓
Bounce/Button Swing	✓	✓
Wrecking Swing	✗	✓
Activity & Sports
Flying Fox	✓	✓
Basketball Set	✓	✓
Soccer Net	✓	✗
Netball Ring	✓	✓
Boxing Bag/Punching Ball	✓	✓
Battle Bar	✗	✓
Climbing & Strength
Monkey/Ninja Rings	✓	✓
Cargo Net	✓	✓
Rope Ladder	✓	✓
Jungle Rope	✓	✓
Fireman Pole	✓	✗
Dip Bars	✓	✗
Additional Features
LED Lighting	✗	✓
Speaker/Audio	✗	✓
Shade Cover	✗	✓
Cubby House	✓	✓
Extension/Upgrade Kits	✓	✗

Key differences:

Vuly offers tech accessories (LED lights, speakers)
Growplay provides structural expansion options (extension kits)
Vuly Quest has specialised swing types (skateboard, wrecking)
Growplay includes more sports accessories (soccer net)
Both cover the essentials (flying fox, swings, climbing accessories)

Warranty and support

Growplay Monkey Bars

10-year warranty on frames
1-year warranty on accessories

Vuly Quest 2

7-year warranty on frames
2-year warranty on swings
1-year warranty on accessories
Optional extended warranty, about $250
Half Price Parts For Life program for registered products

Which brand suits your family

Growplay is the better fit if:

Your priority is value and included accessories

More accessories included as standard with base models
Lower entry price with the Classic model (about $1,000)
Potentially better long-term value with the 10-year warranty

You have older or taller children

Higher maximum height adjustment (2.3 m vs 1.95 m)
More headroom for growing children or adult use

You want a published load rating

Growplay says its frames are load tested to 950 kg
Especially relevant if adults plan to use the equipment too

Vuly Quest 2 is the better fit if:

You want specialised features

Elevated section in Pro models creates multi-level play
Shade roof included as standard on all models
Ninja models with specialised obstacle training features

You need flexible configuration options

Clear upgrade paths between standard and Pro models
Extensive range of sizes from small to extra-large
Ability to add up to 15 accessories on larger models

Each brand has an online configurator to check how the equipment would fit in your backyard: