Hi Everyone,
(Soon to be) first time tub purchaser here.
Based on comments online, we've tentatively decided to go with a HotSprings tub due to the proximity and (reported) reliability of the dealer.
Was quoted $7k for a HS Limelight Bolt with Ozone, Panel, Cover and Cover Lifter BEFORE tax...does that sound about right for Seattle area?
It's just my wife and I using the tub, and we don't want a lounger, so Bolt seems like about the right size/config, but am concerned about it being too shallow (though we're both 5'8"), and lack of dual speed or dual zone for jets.
It seems like to get a marginally deeper tub with dual speed jets is significantly more $$ in the hot spring lineup. Reviews I've read for Hot Spot tubs sound like folks have had noticeable increases in energy bills with that series and LimeLight Glow looks too closed in side-to-side (though I'll admit I've only seen pics).
We plan to go wet test a few tubs this weekend.
Are there any other models/brands I should consider?
Do you think the quote I got was a fair price?
Is going from a limelight bolt to highlife prodigy worth an extra $1,600 even though it doesn't solve the depth or dual speed issue?
Any additional thoughts?
Thanks in advance!