I think I have it down to 3...

[Hydronewb]

I've been doing the research have visited my local dealers and have it down to either Bullfrog 562, Caldera Tahitian, or Jacuzzi 355. Bullfrog 562 is $8900, Tahitian is $9500, & 355 is $9830. I will wet test each if possible before deciding but I thought I'd throw my list out there. Bullfrog component warranty is 3 year not 5 but I like the jet pack approach and the all ABS structure & I have the best feeling with that dealer. Tahitian has good reviews, good looks, good pumps, etc. Jacuzzi seems to be a favorite in this forum along with HS. I like the calf set up in the lounger-I'm a runner with calf issues. Jacuzzi dealer is least fab of the 3-they pushed Ecco hard during my visit but do have an a+ bbb rating. Any thoughts?

[Spatech_tuo]

I've been doing the research have visited my local dealers and have it down to either Bullfrog 562, Caldera Tahitian, or Jacuzzi 355. Bullfrog 562 is $8900, Tahitian is $9500, & 355 is $9830. I will wet test each if possible before deciding but I thought I'd throw my list out there. Bullfrog component warranty is 3 year not 5 but I like the jet pack approach and the all ABS structure & I have the best feeling with that dealer. Tahitian has good reviews, good looks, good pumps, etc. Jacuzzi seems to be a favorite in this forum along with HS. I like the calf set up in the lounger-I'm a runner with calf issues. Jacuzzi dealer is least fab of the 3-they pushed Ecco hard during my visit but do have an a+ bbb rating. Any thoughts?

I'll assume each dealer is someone you see being there for you after the sale. Personally, if those my 3 choices I'd go with the Caldera or the Jacuzzi and I'd let the wet test decide between the two but in the end its got to be about which makes sense to you. Also, make sure you are sure of what exactly comes with each deal, have them itemize it and in writing if you feel it necessary because you need to know you're comparing apples to apples.

[TwinCitiesHotSpring]

I agree with spatech, however if you are positively sure you are most comfortable with the bullfrog you could always use a year or two of in-house component warranty as a bargaining chip.

edit: just noticed you haven't wet tested...so I would def. do that first of course before bargaining, something that looks good on paper or in the showroom may not have the same "appeal" after a wet test, I've sat in spas that were 5k that were much more comfortable than some for double the price, everyone is different so it comes down to your own feel..good luck and let us know how it goes