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Balloon Time Jumbo Helium Tank Kit with HI-FLOAT
3.3 out of 5 stars
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28 ratings24 reviews
  1. 5 stars46% (13)
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Sep 10, 2026
Reviewer name: Ryan H
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Verified Purchase

Lots of Balloons, yes Hi Float works!

Worked perfectly! I was not sure if the "Hi-Float" would actually help but it sure did. some of the balloons still float almost 3 weeks later! It is a great kit with everything you need, balloons, string and enough helium to blow up all of the balloons and some mylar balloons we had also purchased.

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Jun 11, 2026
Reviewer name: AshleyM
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Must buy for special occasions

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This was so special to use, best product! Easy to use and set up quickly for my son’s second birthday. Honestly the best product. It’s lightweight, small and easy to store. Safety features are great so kids can’t use. Will use over and over again.

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May 25, 2026
Reviewer name: anahyG
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

must have for parties

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] i enjoyed how easy this product is to use! the HiFloat is so useful i've had this balling in my ceiling for days now and it's still going strong! The i frictions on the packaging are very readable and easy to understand.

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Apr 8, 2026
Reviewer name: LeanneR
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Balloons galore

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love the convenience of being able to blow balloons up at home. Perfect for parties. It is easy to use and works fast. The only major downfall is the size for storage if you don't have a lot of storage areas in your home.

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Aug 25, 2026
Reviewer name: anonymous
2 out of 5 stars
2 out of 5 stars review

Hi-Float is garbage

The helium was fine, worked as expected. However, the whole reason I purchased this at Sam's Club was for the added Hi-float with claims to keep latex balloons up for “days and days.” Well, that's a scam. Followed the directions to the letter based on the size of my balloons. Filled half up the night before the event I needed them for and saved half just in case. Thank goodness I did because all the balloons I filled were on the floor within 6 hours. So save your $. You don't need the Hi-float.

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reply from BalloonTime

Hi there, we’re sorry HI-FLOAT didn’t deliver the longer float time you expected. We understand how frustrating that must have been, especially when you were preparing ahead for an important event.<br /><br />HI-FLOAT is designed to coat the inside of latex balloons and help extend float time. For best results, we also recommend inflating balloons 1–2 hours before your event.<br /><br />Since your experience didn’t meet expectations, we’d like to learn more and see how we can help. Please reach out to us at balloontime&#64;wthg.com. Thanks for sharing your feedback with us. &#x1f388;

Sep 15, 2026
Reviewer name: KF
1 out of 5 stars
1 out of 5 stars review

Verified Purchase

Is it just air??

Balloons didn't even float!!

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reply from BalloonTime

Thanks for your review. To clarify, our tanks contain a helium/air mixture with not less than 80% helium, carefully formulated to float standard latex balloons for 5–7 hours and foil balloons for up to 4 days. Factors like balloon age, size, material, inflation, and even altitude can affect float performance. For even longer float times with latex balloons, use HI-FLOAT (sold separately), which prevents helium from escaping. <br />If you have questions or need assistance, we’re always happy to help at balloontime&#64;wthg.com! &#x1f388;

Jul 19, 2026
Reviewer name: anonymous
1 out of 5 stars
1 out of 5 stars review

Waste of money

Very disappointed with this helium tank. I bought it for a party, and it was a complete waste of money. The balloons only stayed afloat for about an hour before they started falling. I followed the instructions and expected them to last throughout the event. If you’re buying this for a party or special occasion, I would not recommend it. Definitely not worth the money.

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reply from BalloonTime

Hi there! We&#39;re sorry your balloons didn’t float as long as you expected — we know every moment of celebration matters!<br />Latex balloons typically float 5–7 hours, but things like heat, humidity, balloon age and quality, and over- or under-inflation can shorten float time. It’s also important to make sure you pull the knot tight to seal the balloon. <br />For a longer float time, use HI-FLOAT (sold separately), which coats the inside of latex balloons and helps them float longer.<br />We’re here to help get your celebration back on track—just reach out to us anytime at balloontime&#64;wthg.com. &#x1f388;

Jun 18, 2026
Reviewer name: Kat
1 out of 5 stars
1 out of 5 stars review

HORRIBLE

SO BAD. Waste of money. What an embarrassment for a “company “ I got maybe 20 TINY balloons and they didn't even last an hour. Half of them didn't even FLOAT!!! What a joke. Ruined a surprise for my son's Promotion. Can't believe I wasted my money on this joke of an item. Save yourself the money. DONT BUY. Shame on Sam's for selling a horrible product.

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reply from BalloonTime

Thanks for your feedback—we’re sorry to hear you didn’t get as many balloons inflated as expected.<br />Our Jumbo Tank is designed to fill approximately 50 nine-inch latex balloons. However, many latex balloons sold today are 11” or 12&#34; in size, and larger balloons require more helium to fill. Our Jumbo tank will fill up to twenty-seven 12” balloons. <br />Have more questions? Feel free to reach out to balloontime&#64;wthg.com and our team will be happy to assist!

Jul 23, 2026
Reviewer name: Taylor
1 out of 5 stars
1 out of 5 stars review

Verified Purchase

Empty

It was empty when we opened it

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reply from BalloonTime

We’re sorry to hear our helium tank didn’t meet your expectations. That’s not the kind of celebration experience we aim to create.<br />Our portable tanks are designed to bring joy to any moment—helping you decorate with ease at home, on-the-go, or anywhere in between.<br />We’d love to hear more and see how we can help. Please reach out to our team at balloontime&#64;wthg.com so we can assist directly.<br />Thanks for sharing your feedback—it helps us keep improving for every celebration to come. &#x1f388;

Aug 15, 2026
Reviewer name: anonymous
1 out of 5 stars
1 out of 5 stars review

Do not buy

We filled our balloons, following the instructions to a T, at 8pm. They were deflated by 5am the following morning. We had a few hours before a big event and this sent us scrambling. Do NOT waste your money.

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reply from BalloonTime

Thanks for reaching out and for sharing those details. Based on your experience, it sounds like the balloons were inflated significantly earlier than the recommended two-hour window before your event. Most standard latex balloons typically float for about 5–7 hours under ideal conditions, so inflating them the night before can cause them to lose lift by the next day.<br />For best results, we recommend inflating balloons as close to your event time as possible, ideally within that two-hour window noted on the packaging. This helps ensure they stay fully inflated and floating when you need them.