I'm a first time hot tub buyer and don't want to waste my money. I don't have a huge budget for the tub, but can spend around 6k. We have 6 people in the family but not all of us would use it at the same time, looking to seat 1 adult and 3 kids comfortably. I visited a couple of dealers in our area the other day, hot springs only had 9k + hot tubs so they were out, I found a Nordic Retreat SE for $6,800 with the extra insulation package, steps, cover, and chemicals to start. I also got a quote for a viking regal for $6,200. I'm curious if anybody can give me some advice as to which one is better, are there better options out there for this price range, are these prices good?
I live in northern Michigan, so energy efficiency is important to me.
Thanks.