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I have checked out both spas and like them both. The Hot Spring dealer has much better prices than the Jacuzzi dealer. Jacuzzi was quoting me MSRP...17500 for the J-480 without ozone, but including the stereo, lifter, cover and steps...very high quote. I was wondering if there was a difference in the energy efficiency between the tubs? Heat loss on the top or sides? Which one is cheaper to run or if they are equivalent? Right now I am leaning towards the Hot Spring due to price ($10,900) most likely less than that. It seems people on here are paying between $10K - $12K for the Jacuzzi with all the bells and whistles. Any input would help.
The 400 series is expensive but those ere ridculous prices. I don't understnd why they didn't state those as the MSRP and then give you a real price.As far as cost of operation, both will do well.