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Also considering this one..made by dura spa...http://www.spadepot.com/shop/LifeCast-G-2-Hot-Tub-Spa-P9938C780.aspx
Who are you going to call... when you need service or advice? Does Costco employ a full time hot tub service person? Buy local for your sake and the small business owners in your area. I've owned our (Jacuzzi) hot tub 5 months and have been very happy with it. I have called the owners a few times and taken samples of water for testing. Does Costco test your water for you? Perhaps if you are an experienced hot tub owner you don't need help with the water. But I'm sure there will be issues down the road - for any brand. That's just my 2 cents!
The 3000 dollar spas are Made by Watkins..and the higher end are also made by a reputable manufacturer..the biggest selling point is that it's Costco..they always and I mean always do right by the customer..they have great buyers..we all know how huge the mark up is on the higher end tubs ..basically the customer is paying for the better warranty in that premium..take a l
And this tub is around 25-30 a month all things being equal to operate