Hey pool owners! Which is better, a Salt Water Pool or a Chlorine Pool? If you have sensitive eyes and skin, a salt water pool is a great alternative. Salt water pools have a smoother, silkier feel to the water than chlorine pools. And you’ll never have to buy and handle chlorine. Just buy and add pool-grade salt once or twice a year. But there’s a downside. You’ll need to buy an expensive salt water generator that requires ongoing maintenance. So the cost difference between a salt water pool an