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FROG® @ease SmartChlor Cartridge | In-Line Spa Systems

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SKU: 77822
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Description

The FROG® @ease SmartChlor® Cartridge is the chlorine-generating cartridge for spas equipped with the @ease In-Line System — the version built directly into the spa's filter compartment rather than floating in the water. It's the consumable that does the daily sanitizing work, releasing a low, steady level of chlorine to keep your water clean and clear between water changes.

If you own a hot tub, you already know the real cost isn't the chemicals — it's the time and the constant attention. Test, dose, wait, retest, shock, repeat. The @ease system was built to take that off your plate. Instead of manually managing chlorine, the SmartChlor® cartridge continuously releases sanitizer using SmartChlor® Technology — a self-regulating chlorine that activates only when your water needs it. Working alongside FROG® minerals, the result is water that stays clean with up to 75% less chlorine than traditional systems, no harsh chlorine smell, and far less hands-on maintenance.

This is the replacement SmartChlor® cartridge for the In-Line setup, so keeping one on hand means you're never caught with a spent cartridge and water that's drifting out of balance. You simply swap in the fresh cartridge when the indicator tells you to.

Why Consistent Sanitizing Matters: A hot tub left under-sanitized for even a few days can turn cloudy, develop odor, or grow biofilm in the plumbing. Because SmartChlor® releases sanitizer continuously and self-regulates, it protects your water during the gaps that trip up manual care — vacations, busy weeks, and the days you simply forget to test.

Brand

FROG®

What's in the Box
  • 1 x FROG @ease SmartChlor® Cartridge (for In-Line Systems)

Note: This is the SmartChlor® cartridge only. It requires a spa with the @ease In-Line System built into the filter compartment. It works in tandem with the @ease mineral cartridge, which is replaced on its own longer schedule.

Key Features
  • Up to 75% less chlorine — SmartChlor® Technology uses a fraction of the chlorine of traditional water care, with no chlorine smell and no fading swimwear.
  • Self-regulating sanitizer — releases chlorine only as your water demands it, holding a steady, gentle level instead of the spikes and dips of manual dosing.
  • Fewer shock treatments — typically only once per month, versus the weekly shocking many manual programs require.
  • Works with FROG® minerals — the mineral cartridge and SmartChlor® work together to keep water cleaner, clearer, and noticeably softer on skin.
  • Ozone compatible — works with spas equipped with ozone systems.
  • Long cartridge life — each SmartChlor® cartridge lasts roughly 3–4 weeks depending on use.
  • Autoship available — set a recurring delivery so a fresh cartridge arrives before the current one runs out.
How It Works

The @ease system relies on two cartridges working together. This is the SmartChlor® half of that pairing:

The SmartChlor® Cartridge

SmartChlor® holds a reserve of chlorine and releases it only when the active sanitizer level in your water drops — then pauses once the water is balanced again. This self-regulating action keeps a consistent, low sanitizer level instead of the boom-and-bust cycle of adding chlorine by hand. Each SmartChlor® cartridge lasts about 3–4 weeks depending on use.

Working with the Mineral Cartridge

In a complete @ease system, the SmartChlor® cartridge runs alongside an @ease mineral cartridge. The minerals condition the water and reduce how much chlorine is needed in the first place — which is exactly why SmartChlor® can sanitize on so little chlorine. The mineral cartridge lasts up to 4 months, so you'll replace several SmartChlor® cartridges over the life of one mineral cartridge.

In-Line vs. Floating

This cartridge is sized for the In-Line System, where the @ease cartridges seat inside the spa's filter compartment and the water flows through them as it circulates. (Floating @ease systems, like those for Bullfrog Spas, use a differently sized cartridge.) Make sure your spa uses the built-in In-Line System before ordering.

Pro Tip: Know When to Swap— The SmartChlor® cartridge has a color indicator. When the blue color fades to white, the chlorine reserve is spent and it's time to swap in a fresh cartridge. Keeping a spare on the shelf — or on autoship — means the swap takes seconds.

Directions for Use
  1. Balance your water first. Keep pH (7.2–7.8) and total alkalinity in range for the system to work effectively.
  2. Seat the cartridge. Insert the SmartChlor® cartridge into its place in the @ease In-Line System per the system instructions, alongside the mineral cartridge.
  3. Let it circulate. The system sanitizes as water flows through it during normal filtration cycles.
  4. Replace every 3–4 weeks — or when the color indicator fades from blue to white, whichever comes first.
  5. Keep the mineral cartridge current. Replace the companion mineral cartridge on its own schedule (up to every 4 months).
  6. Shock monthly. Add a monthly oxidizing shock to keep water fresh and clear, following your shock product's label dosing.
  7. Test regularly. Check sanitizer and pH a couple of times a week and after heavy use, adjusting as needed.

Pro Tip: Follow the Label First— Always follow the instructions printed on the @ease system and cartridge packaging — they take precedence over any general guidance. Spa size, bather load, and water source all affect how quickly the cartridge is consumed.

Specifications
  • Product: FROG @ease SmartChlor® Cartridge (In-Line)
  • Brand: FROG®
  • SKU: 77822
  • Quantity: 1 cartridge
  • System type: In-Line (seats in the spa's filter compartment)
  • Sanitizer technology: SmartChlor® self-regulating chlorine
  • Chlorine reduction: Up to 75% less than traditional systems
  • Cartridge life: Approximately 3–4 weeks (varies with use)
  • Companion mineral cartridge life: Up to 4 months
  • Shock frequency: Once per month (typical)
  • Ozone systems: Compatible
  • Autoship: Available (recurring delivery every 3 or 4 weeks)
  • Compatible with: All spas and hot tubs with the @ease In-Line System built in
Compatibility
  • All spas and hot tubs with the @ease In-Line System built in.

This is the In-Line cartridge. It is not the floating-system cartridge used by Bullfrog Spas — those use a different size that loads into a floating dispenser.

Not sure which system you have? Check whether your @ease cartridges sit inside the filter compartment (In-Line) or float in the water in a dispenser. If you're unsure, our team can help you confirm the right cartridge before you buy — just reach out.

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FROG® Brand FAQs

What makes FROG® different from regular chlorine or bromine?

FROG uses minerals as a first line of defense, which lets it sanitize with a much lower level of chlorine or bromine than traditional systems. Minerals and sanitizer work together to keep water clean two ways at once. The payoff for you is water that feels softer, has little to no chemical smell, and takes far less hands-on maintenance.

What is "Fresh Mineral Water®"?

It's FROG's term for the water its systems create: cleaner, clearer, softer, and easier to maintain. The minerals condition the water and help hold pH steady, while the reduced sanitizer level handles the rest — so you get sparkling water that's gentler on skin, hair, and swimwear than heavily chlorinated water.

Do FROG® cartridges really reduce how much chlorine I use?

Yes. Because the minerals do part of the sanitizing work, FROG® systems need significantly less chlorine or bromine to keep water clean. The @ease line with SmartChlor® Technology, for example, can use a fraction of the chlorine of a conventional hot tub program while still keeping the water properly sanitized.

How do the pre-filled cartridges work?

Each FROG® cartridge comes pre-filled with the right mineral or sanitizer formula — there's nothing to measure or mix. You simply drop or snap the cartridge into its holder or dispenser, set it, and let it do the work as water circulates. When a cartridge is spent, you swap in a fresh one. That's the "no mess, no guess, no stress" approach
FROG® is known for.

Will FROG® products work with my pool, hot tub, or swim spa?

FROG® makes systems for all three, in sizes ranging from small hot tubs to large in-ground pools, so there's almost always a fit. Some products are model-specific (for example, @ease cartridges sized for particular spa brands), so it's worth confirming the right version for your equipment. If you're unsure which FROG® product matches your setup, reach out and we'll help you pin it down.

How often do I replace the cartridges, and do I still need to shock?

Replacement timing depends on the product and your usage — mineral cartridges generally last for months, while sanitizer cartridges are swapped more often (the system's indicator tells you when). You'll still add a periodic shock to keep water freshly oxidized, but typically far less often than a fully manual program requires. Always follow the schedule printed on your specific product's packaging.

About Frog®

For more than 25 years, FROG® has been making pool, hot tub, and swim spa care dramatically simpler — without asking owners to compromise on water quality. Made by King Technology, FROG built its reputation on one patented idea: combine the natural cleaning power of minerals with a low, steady level of sanitizer, so your water stays clean using far less chlorine or bromine than traditional methods.

The result is what FROG calls Fresh Mineral Water® — water that's cleaner because it fights bacteria two ways (minerals plus a low level of sanitizer), clearer because balanced minerals help hold pH steady, and softer because those same minerals condition the water for a gentler feel on your skin. And it's easier, because nearly everything comes in pre-filled, drop-in cartridges. No measuring, no mess, no guesswork.

That convenience-first philosophy runs through the entire FROG lineup — from the SmartChlor®-powered @ease systems for hot tubs and swim spas, to the bromine-based Serene line, to the POOL FROG and Flippin' FROG systems for pools of every size, plus a full range of support chemicals and problem-solvers. Whatever you're sanitizing, there's a FROG product sized for it, and they're all built around the same goal: less time on maintenance, more time enjoying the water.