Sundance Optima vs ???

[Thunderhead]

I found a price of $9400 for a 2009 Optima delivered with cover. Looking to see if the deal is as good as it sounds and should I be comparing it with another model in the Sundance line or elsewhere (e.g., Hot Springs, Jacuzzi (sp.?) etc.). Would appreciate some input on the price and competitve models from the "Tub Docs" out there. Thanks

[Vanguard]

That is probably a very good price, but I would comparison shop.  Don't just go with the first model you see - even if it is a great deal.   

Look around, then if it still is the best deal on the spa you are comfortable in, then go for it.

[wmccall]

To expand on Vanguard's point, once you've started negotiating, the price rarely goes up, time is usually on your side, but the Sundance Optima is a good reference point.

[MarKee]

If you have a local Marquis dealer, you might want to check out a model called the Euphoria.  I think it's a little bit more bang for your buck:

http://www.marquisspas.com/spa_euphoria.asp

[Spatech_tuo]

I found a price of $9400 for a 2009 Optima delivered with cover. Looking to see if the deal is as good as it sounds and should I be comparing it with another model in the Sundance line or elsewhere (e.g., Hot Springs, Jacuzzi (sp.?) etc.). Would appreciate some input on the price and competitve models from the "Tub Docs" out there. Thanks

Prices really can vary but that sounds like a ballpark price but it also depends on what is offered in the package (steps, lifter, ozone…). Do a search on here and see what you find for Optima pricing.

To your other question, its always wise to compare what you first like to a couple others out there such as the Hot Spring or Jacuzzi brands you mentioned, just for piece of mind. You may find something you like better or you may find that the Optima was the right one all along. Either way you go that will only serve to give you more satisfaction knowing that you didn't shortchange the process by only looking at one brand.

[Thunderhead]

Thank you all for the good advice...I plan to wet test tubs this week as the offer expires over the weekend.  My first post on the site and well worth the effort.  Thanks to all once again.

[new88]

We just bought a Sundance Optima after alot of research and we love it. The price sounds good. Wet test it with other brands. We wet tested the Optima and the Jacuzzi 480 and the Jacuzzi is prettier but the Optima gives a better hot tub massage

[Vanguard]

First, thanks for buying a hot tub!!!  Tell your friends to go buy one now as well.

Congrats on your purchase.  Sundance is a great brand and will bring you years of satisfaction.  Enjoy.

[tony]

IMO, the Optima is the fabulous choice if you are looking for a spa without a lounge.  Its got four courner seating, great filtration system, may be the best electronics in the industry, the bearingless jets may be the most advanced in the industry.  The Optima model has been around forever and is Sundances best selling top of the line spa.  The price seems reasonable for my area.

Other Sundance spas to compare might be the Majesta which is a little smaller than the Optima, but on the same level or the Cameo if you want a lounge seat.  Since you are looking at 880 series spas, I don't believe you would be interested in the 680 or 780 series spas.

You might look at Hot Springs spas.  The Grandee is a little bigger than the Optima or the Vangard are my favorites.  The 400 series Jacuzzi spas are popular and are the same company as Sundance.  Good luck in your search.

[Jacuzzi Jim]

 Check out the Jacuzzi J-365 as well,little smaller than the Optima but less pricey as well!