Need some help in finding a more affordable spa

[hottubdan]

I would suggest when issue is budget vs features, you might have to sacrifice ozone and circa pump.  That would open up the options.

If sticking with the ozone and circa pump, consider the Limelight Bolt or Highlife Prodigy, both Hot Spring.

[Hottubguy]

Contract with the dealer?  That's a little different. One of the important questions to ask is about trip charges both under warranty and out of warranty