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$5k doesn't get you much with the reputable brands. If you don't need super powerful jets, Artesian's Garden Spas line has some nice stuff in that range. My only complaint is that the jets are kind of weak. I've heard good things about Nordic in that range but have very little experience with them personally. Bullfrog's X5L is an awesome little hot tub that you should be able to get for the mid $5k range if you can stretch a little bit.
Thanks for all the advice. I just returned from my local spa dealer. I was actually looking at the Bullfrog X5L and got a price of $6399 if I finance and $5399 if I pay cash. Does this price seem fair? Also, it seemed like I was getting the stripped down version. They told me it was an extra cost to get one with a circulating pump. Is it reasonable?Thanks again!
The sales person did not seem very knowledgeable. Perhaps she was talking about ozone. I will have to double check. If so, is ozone worth it? Any other options I should consider?Thanks