Rating hot tubs

Here is some detailed information on rating hot tubs that poolandspa.com has provided ranking the top spa companies.  These were ranked as Deluxe Class Brand, above average, "Best of Class" manufacturers (at varying price points). Top marks were given to Artic Spas, Beachcomber, Caldera, Cal Spas, Catalina Spas, Clearwater, Coast, Dimension 1, Diamante, Gulf Coast, Hydropool, Hydro and Marquis.  Rating hot tubs included quality, price, jets, options and warranty.

Many of these top rating hot tubs offer similar type features so you need to decide ahead of time what is most important to you.  Make sure you don’t feel pressured or rushed into a buying decision by the dealer.  Ask as many questions as possible before making the plunge.  You can also ask to try one before purchasing to make sure you are getting what you expected.

Important things to learn about when rating hot tubs include the spa’s special features, ease of use and maintenance, especially cleaning.  A great question to ask is when the spa is not in use, does the water remain hot and clean. Also, does the spa offer a balanced filtration system to ensure clean, clear water and are the filters easily accessible.  One last thing, make sure the controls are user friendly.