I don't personally think Vita is bad but I also don't think they are a premium brand. Their parent company, Maax, in my experience is difficult to deal with from a dealer perspective. I am not a fan of their method of insulation or the steel frame, but as long as you have a good dealer and they are not priced at a premium price point, then they could be fine. That being said, Hot Spring will be regarded as a reputable premium brand by most everyone.