Quick Answer: Intex — the pool-and-air-mattress brand — sells two inflatable stand-up paddle boards under its AquaQuest line: the 10’6” AquaQuest 320 at $339.99 (330 lb capacity) and the 8’ AquaQuest 240 at $299.99 (200 lb capacity), both direct from intexcorp.com. The two sizes differ by 2.5 feet of length and 130 lb of rated capacity, but only $40 in price — a gap that doesn’t scale with what you’re actually getting. Both ship as complete kits with a pump, paddle, leash, backpack, and fins included.
Intex is one of the biggest names in inflatables generally — pools, air mattresses, kayaks — but it’s a newcomer to paddle boards specifically, launching the AquaQuest line in spring 2023, per Intex’s own press materials. That’s a much shorter track record than brands like Bestway/Hydro-Force or the dedicated SUP makers covered elsewhere on this site. Here’s what each size actually gets you.
Intex AquaQuest paddle boards at a glance
| Board | Size | Package Weight | Capacity | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AquaQuest 320 | 10'6" x 2'8" x 6" | 28 lb | 330 lb | $339.99 | Adults, solo paddling on lakes |
| AquaQuest 240 | 8' x 2'6" x 5" | 25 lb | 200 lb | $299.99 | Lighter paddlers, kids, tight storage |
1. Intex AquaQuest 320 — Best for Most Paddlers
Intex 10'6" AquaQuest 320 Inflatable Paddle Board Package
- 10'6" x 2'8" x 6" (L x W x H), dual-layer PVC side rails over a double-layered drop-stitch core, with a diamond-pattern slip-resistant EVA deck pad, per Intex's own product page.
- Package totals 28 lb for board, pump, and paddle combined; ships with a tri-fin setup (three removable fins), a telescoping aluminum paddle (65"-85"), a 10-foot coiled swivel leash, a padded travel backpack, tie-down bungee cords, and D-rings.
- 330 lb capacity puts it in line with most budget-tier boards on this site — see our paddle board size guide for how that capacity number should factor in your gear, not just your body weight.
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At $339.99, the AquaQuest 320 lands in the same rough price band as other budget-tier complete kits on this site (Roc, FunWater, Goplus’s 11’ all cluster between $150 and $400), with a dual-layer construction that’s a step up from single-layer budget builds like Goplus’s. It’s a reasonable pick for occasional lake paddling by an adult of average weight, though the drop-stitch/PVC build isn’t going to match the rigidity of dedicated SUP brands like iRocker or Nixy at higher price points.
2. Intex AquaQuest 240 — Best for Lighter Paddlers Only
Intex 8' AquaQuest 240 Inflatable Paddle Board Package
- 8' x 2'6" x 5", same construction family as the 320 (dual-layer PVC rails, drop-stitch core, EVA deck pad), 25 lb package weight for board, pump, and paddle combined, per Intex's own listing.
- Same accessory pack as the 320: tri-fin setup, adjustable paddle, coiled leash, travel backpack, bungee cords, D-rings, and carrying handle.
- 200 lb weight capacity is the lowest of any board covered on this site — worth checking against your own weight plus paddle, PFD, and any gear before buying, not just body weight alone.
The honest math on the 240: it’s 2.5 feet shorter and rated for 130 fewer pounds than the 320, but only $40 cheaper. That’s not proportional — you’re not really saving much for a meaningfully smaller, lower-capacity board. The 240 makes the most sense as a board for a lighter adult, a teenager, or a household that specifically wants the smallest, most storable option and doesn’t need the higher capacity, rather than as a “budget” alternative to the 320.
Intex by the numbers
- 330 lb vs. 200 lb — the weight-capacity gap between the AquaQuest 320 and 240, confirmed on Intex’s own product pages.
- $40 — the full price difference between the two sizes ($339.99 vs $299.99), despite the 130 lb capacity gap and 2.5 feet of length difference.
- Spring 2023 — when Intex launched its first inflatable SUP line, per Intex’s own press materials, making AquaQuest a newer entrant than most dedicated paddle board brands covered on this site.
Who should buy an Intex paddle board
- Adult paddler, occasional lake use: the AquaQuest 320 at $339.99 is the size to get — the 200 lb 240 is too tight a margin for most adults once you add gear weight.
- Lighter paddler, teenager, or tightest storage space: the AquaQuest 240 at $299.99, provided your weight plus gear stays well under 200 lb.
- Want a proven track record over a newer entrant: see our best paddle board brands roundup for makers with longer SUP-specific histories.
- Need higher capacity than either Intex board offers: our best paddle board for heavier paddlers picks all clear 330 lb by a wide margin.
- On the tightest possible budget: compare against our best Goplus paddle board picks, both under $150.
The bottom line
Intex’s AquaQuest line gives you two complete-kit options from a brand with a much longer track record in inflatables generally than in paddle boards specifically. The 320 ($339.99, 330 lb) is the sensible default for most adult paddlers; the 240 ($299.99, 200 lb) only makes sense if you’re confident your weight plus gear stays well under its lower capacity — the $40 price gap between them doesn’t reflect how much size and capacity you’re actually giving up.