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All pools DO have 100% no-bypass. They just place the filter after the pump.
HS big claim is that it's important to filter the water BEFORE it enters the pump, right? NO pools do this, so is that just hype on HS part or did you pick the wrong random anaolgy?
Aqua, You missed my point. I know they all no-bypass but NONE filter the water BEFORE it enters the pump which HS claims saves wear and tear on the pumps(see Term's diagram). Pools have unfiltered water running through the pump and the pumps last for years and years and years........
Lots of really good point on this thread. Would anyone disagree that you should not buy a spa for it's filtration? Now, if the HS happens to also be the nicest to your back and butt, then buy it, and you too can rave on about no-bypass filtration and how irreplaceable it is!
... but at the end of the day with prober sanitizers you will have clean water
First of all, I really want to thank everyone who took the time to answer my post. This has been an incredible ride. I have learned a lot. I just hope I made the right decision. As I said in the beginning, I really liked the "feel" sitting in the Epic better than the Envoy and I really liked the sound system. So maybe I was wrong in selecting the Envoy, only time will tell. Other than the "filtration" that I thought may be better, the fact that the HS dealer in my area has three stores (one just a few miles away which just opended) made the decision easier. So the tub is comming at the end of the month, the slab is down (extra contrete on the left for the steps) and we are ready to rock. You know, as long as the family enjoys it, I am sure any of these tubs would be just fine. But again, thanks to all. PS: They only have my credit card deposit, do you think I can still change!!?? - Ron