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Number of jets seems to vary from 25 to infinity. I thought I wanted more but after reading some posts here, it doesn't seem like more is always better. Thoughts? Its not about the number of jets but more the type of jets and the feel. A wet test will tell you which spa/jets work well for you.There is also a variety in number of pumps with 2 big (for jets) and one small (water recirculation?) being pretty common. Any advice on pumps (number, brands to avoid)?Larger spas will generally have 2 jet pumps to assure you're getting the proper jet action. Circ pumps are good for reducing noise, allowing for ozone 24/7 (if the spa has hat) and many feel they are more energy efficient but circ vs non-circ shouldn't be at the top of your list.Salt? Bromine? Ozonator? Liquid bleach? HELP! Your dealer can help you with that when you figure out what spa is best for you, personally I wouldn't worry about it nowOther than Home Depot, pricing is hard to find. Is this something dealers mark way up? The one we looked at last year at the fair was a Hot Springs Pulse. Their "regular" price was $13,999 with a Only-during-the-fair price of $9,895. The only tubs I found for more than $9K were swim tub, so this seems high. There are a LOT of spas out there for $9k, 10k, 11k... not just swim spas so not sure about that comment but you can get a good new spa at $7k, 8k... it all depends on size, desired features...Thanks in advance for your help. Any other things I have overlooked, feel free to educate us. I hate feeling uninformed.
Quote from: WhO2 on January 19, 2016, 04:58:36 pmNumber of jets seems to vary from 25 to infinity. I thought I wanted more but after reading some posts here, it doesn't seem like more is always better. Thoughts? Its not about the number of jets but more the type of jets and the feel. A wet test will tell you which spa/jets work well for you.There is also a variety in number of pumps with 2 big (for jets) and one small (water recirculation?) being pretty common. Any advice on pumps (number, brands to avoid)?Larger spas will generally have 2 jet pumps to assure you're getting the proper jet action. Circ pumps are good for reducing noise, allowing for ozone 24/7 (if the spa has hat) and many feel they are more energy efficient but crc vs non-circ should be at the top of your list.Salt? Bromine? Ozonator? Liquid bleach? HELP! Your dealer can help you with that when you figure out what spa is best for you, personally I wouldn't worry about it nowOther than Home Depot, pricing is hard to find. Is this something dealers mark way up? The one we looked at last year at the fair was a Hot Springs Pulse. Their "regular" price was $13,999 with a Only-during-the-fair price of $9,895. The only tubs I found for more than $9K were swim tub, so this seems high. There are a LOT of spas out there for $9k, 10k, 11k... not just swim spas so not sure about that comment but you can get a good new spa at $7k, 8k... it all depends on size, desired features...Thanks in advance for your help. Any other things I have overlooked, feel free to educate us. I hate feeling uninformed.
Number of jets seems to vary from 25 to infinity. I thought I wanted more but after reading some posts here, it doesn't seem like more is always better. Thoughts? Its not about the number of jets but more the type of jets and the feel. A wet test will tell you which spa/jets work well for you.There is also a variety in number of pumps with 2 big (for jets) and one small (water recirculation?) being pretty common. Any advice on pumps (number, brands to avoid)?Larger spas will generally have 2 jet pumps to assure you're getting the proper jet action. Circ pumps are good for reducing noise, allowing for ozone 24/7 (if the spa has hat) and many feel they are more energy efficient but crc vs non-circ should be at the top of your list.Salt? Bromine? Ozonator? Liquid bleach? HELP! Your dealer can help you with that when you figure out what spa is best for you, personally I wouldn't worry about it nowOther than Home Depot, pricing is hard to find. Is this something dealers mark way up? The one we looked at last year at the fair was a Hot Springs Pulse. Their "regular" price was $13,999 with a Only-during-the-fair price of $9,895. The only tubs I found for more than $9K were swim tub, so this seems high. There are a LOT of spas out there for $9k, 10k, 11k... not just swim spas so not sure about that comment but you can get a good new spa at $7k, 8k... it all depends on size, desired features...Thanks in advance for your help. Any other things I have overlooked, feel free to educate us. I hate feeling uninformed.
Quote from: Spatech_tuo on January 19, 2016, 07:52:32 pmQuote from: WhO2 on January 19, 2016, 04:58:36 pmNumber of jets seems to vary from 25 to infinity. I thought I wanted more but after reading some posts here, it doesn't seem like more is always better. Thoughts? Its not about the number of jets but more the type of jets and the feel. A wet test will tell you which spa/jets work well for you.There is also a variety in number of pumps with 2 big (for jets) and one small (water recirculation?) being pretty common. Any advice on pumps (number, brands to avoid)?Larger spas will generally have 2 jet pumps to assure you're getting the proper jet action. Circ pumps are good for reducing noise, allowing for ozone 24/7 (if the spa has hat) and many feel they are more energy efficient but circ vs non-circ shouldn't be at the top of your list.Salt? Bromine? Ozonator? Liquid bleach? HELP! Your dealer can help you with that when you figure out what spa is best for you, personally I wouldn't worry about it nowOther than Home Depot, pricing is hard to find. Is this something dealers mark way up? The one we looked at last year at the fair was a Hot Springs Pulse. Their "regular" price was $13,999 with a Only-during-the-fair price of $9,895. The only tubs I found for more than $9K were swim tub, so this seems high. There are a LOT of spas out there for $9k, 10k, 11k... not just swim spas so not sure about that comment but you can get a good new spa at $7k, 8k... it all depends on size, desired features...Thanks in advance for your help. Any other things I have overlooked, feel free to educate us. I hate feeling uninformed.ST meant "it shouldn't be at the top of your list" in the second one.
Quote from: WhO2 on January 19, 2016, 04:58:36 pmNumber of jets seems to vary from 25 to infinity. I thought I wanted more but after reading some posts here, it doesn't seem like more is always better. Thoughts? Its not about the number of jets but more the type of jets and the feel. A wet test will tell you which spa/jets work well for you.There is also a variety in number of pumps with 2 big (for jets) and one small (water recirculation?) being pretty common. Any advice on pumps (number, brands to avoid)?Larger spas will generally have 2 jet pumps to assure you're getting the proper jet action. Circ pumps are good for reducing noise, allowing for ozone 24/7 (if the spa has hat) and many feel they are more energy efficient but circ vs non-circ shouldn't be at the top of your list.Salt? Bromine? Ozonator? Liquid bleach? HELP! Your dealer can help you with that when you figure out what spa is best for you, personally I wouldn't worry about it nowOther than Home Depot, pricing is hard to find. Is this something dealers mark way up? The one we looked at last year at the fair was a Hot Springs Pulse. Their "regular" price was $13,999 with a Only-during-the-fair price of $9,895. The only tubs I found for more than $9K were swim tub, so this seems high. There are a LOT of spas out there for $9k, 10k, 11k... not just swim spas so not sure about that comment but you can get a good new spa at $7k, 8k... it all depends on size, desired features...Thanks in advance for your help. Any other things I have overlooked, feel free to educate us. I hate feeling uninformed.