Hot Tub Forum
Original => Hot Tub Forum => Topic started by: ssilver853 on August 31, 2012, 08:34:55 am
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I'm a 1st time spa/ hot tub buyer. Have narrowed my choices down to the Jacuzzi J-245 and the Hot Springs / Hot Spot Rythm. Looking for some feed back and average pricing paid for these models. Also, looking for additonal model suggestions. Thanks!
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I'm a 1st time spa/ hot tub buyer. Have narrowed my choices down to the Jacuzzi J-245 and the Hot Springs / Hot Spot Rythm. Looking for some feed back and average pricing paid for these models. Also, looking for additonal model suggestions. Thanks!
Welcome, in my recent shopping, I did sit in a 245 wet and found it to be very comfortable. The Hotspot appears to be a well built tub, I only looked at a couple, didn't test. Good luck and come back and let us know how it works out for you. Many of us are genuinely interested.
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on paper specs are very similar, same goes for warranty except the cabinet is 2yr. on the Rhythm and 1yr. on the Jacuzzi. I like the new 2lb insulation on the Rhythm, I believe Jacuzzi is using a 1/2lb polyurethane foam (Jacuzzi Jim correct me if I'm wrong)....these may not be deal-breakers and since the tubs are very similar I would recommend at least sitting in both, wet test if possible would also be recommended and also determining which dealer you are most comfortable with.
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on paper specs are very similar, same goes for warranty except the cabinet is 2yr. on the Rhythm and 1yr. on the Jacuzzi. I like the new 2lb insulation on the Rhythm, I believe Jacuzzi is using a 1/2lb polyurethane foam (Jacuzzi Jim correct me if I'm wrong)....these may not be deal-breakers and since the tubs are very similar (in specs, price, interior layout) I would recommend at least sitting in both, wet test if possible would also be recommended and also determining which dealer you are most comfortable with.
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on paper specs are very similar, same goes for warranty except the cabinet is 2yr. on the Rhythm and 1yr. on the Jacuzzi. I like the new 2lb insulation on the Rhythm, I believe Jacuzzi is using a 1/2lb polyurethane foam (Jacuzzi Jim correct me if I'm wrong)....these may not be deal-breakers and since the tubs are very similar I would recommend at least sitting in both, wet test if possible would also be recommended and also determining which dealer you are most comfortable with.
I think it's 1lb higher density stuff on the shell then the 1/2 lb spray in stuff. Both spa's are so close together I think it comes down to which you like better comfort wise and price wise. Also which vibe from the dealers feels best. We have been doing very well with the 2 new spa's with the edge going to the J-245 with no lounge..
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Thanks for the info.... Any thoughts on Strong Spas? I just put a post up on an offer i received from Costco and now my head is spinning.
The pricing I have on the J-245 is $5,900 including steps and tax. The cost on the Rythym is $6,700 w/ ozonator, cover lift, stairs and disconnect.
Thoughts....
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Thanks for the info.... Any thoughts on Strong Spas? I just put a post up on an offer i received from Costco and now my head is spinning.
The pricing I have on the J-245 is $5,900 including steps and tax. The cost on the Rythym is $6,700 w/ ozonator, cover lift, stairs and disconnect.
Thoughts....
I would skip the ozonator, that spa doesn't have a 24hr. circulation pump so ozone will not perform optimally
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ClearRay is std on the Jacuzzi, price wise it seems a better choice, more color options as well. Costco spa ::) enough said. I am sure it's a fine spa but dealer support is more important IMO.
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Thanks for the info.... Any thoughts on Strong Spas? I just put a post up on an offer i received from Costco and now my head is spinning.
The pricing I have on the J-245 is $5,900 including steps and tax. The cost on the Rythym is $6,700 w/ ozonator, cover lift, stairs and disconnect.
Thoughts....
since there is less than $1000 difference I would worry more about which spa looks/feels better than the other unless your are on a strict budget of course...also try and gauge which dealer is better overall
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Thanks for the info.... Any thoughts on Strong Spas? I just put a post up on an offer i received from Costco and now my head is spinning.
The pricing I have on the J-245 is $5,900 including steps and tax. The cost on the Rythym is $6,700 w/ ozonator, cover lift, stairs and disconnect.
Thoughts....
I think my dealer was offering the 245 for $5500 if my memory is correct.
I would skip the ozonator, that spa doesn't have a 24hr. circulation pump so ozone will not perform optimally