Hotsprings Envoy vs Sovereign vs Aria

[Ginola]

So after ruling Jacuzzi out I am now solely looking at Hotsprings now.. The models that appear to be in my budget (with varying comfort levels financially) are the 2018 Envoy, Sovereign and Aria..

A dealer local to me has a 2019 Envoy (but this is above my budget), is it worth testing the 2019 and buying a 2018 model?  Is it worth considering the Aria and Sovereign if i can stretch to an Envoy?  Any opinions on these models?

[TemptingDestiny]

There are zero product changes on the 2019 Envoy to a 2018 Envoy in terms of equipment/jetting. The Salt Water system switched from Ace to Freshwater. The Envoy is a great tub if you are looking for a massage literally from head to toe.
The Aria is a great tub too- especially that back left corner if you are looking for a really strong, deep massage.
The Sovereign- I would recommend testing first. If you are looking for a great massage with less pressure, this might be a good fit. Not everyone wants a super heavy duty jet system- but still like the feel the Highlife tubs offer. You do go from one jet pump on the Sovereign to 2 in the Aria and Envoy.
Test soak. Find out what feels good to you!

[Spatech_tuo]

So after ruling Jacuzzi out I am now solely looking at Hotsprings now.. The models that appear to be in my budget (with varying comfort levels financially) are the 2018 Envoy, Sovereign and Aria..

A dealer local to me has a 2019 Envoy (but this is above my budget), is it worth testing the 2019 and buying a 2018 model?  Is it worth considering the Aria and Sovereign if i can stretch to an Envoy?  Any opinions on these models?

The one important thing you left out is how many people would typically be using the spa at a given time.

[castletonia]

I'm a huge fan of the Aria.  It is my personal favorite from Hot Spring.  Envoy is slightly bigger with a few more therapy options.  I personally think you will be underwhelmed by the Sovereign in comparison to the Aria and Envoy.