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Hello everyone! I wrote earlier in the week about being between two different hot tubs - The Saratoga Spas C35 and the Caldera Spas Vanto (wet testing tomorrow). We were pretty set on either model until I found this board where I have found you guys talking a lot about the Marquis brand. Do you feel they are worth giving a try before I decide between these two models? Do you feel that they are better quality than either of these two? The one we were looking at, based solely from looking online, is the E-series 750. I called the only local dealer that sells them and I can view some of their models at a local Home and Garden show this weekend. (Not sure if it's better to go there or to the showroom), but he did mention that option. Thanks for your help.
Hottubguy is a good reference because he sells both the Marquis and Caldera brands. The 750 is definitely a step up from the Vanto, and will probably be priced more. There is also a model called the Vegas that is the same exact layout as the 750, just slightly stripped down. You will get a higher jet count and more control over the jets in the Vegas/750, I think both of those Marquis models will also be slightly more powerful from a therapy standpoint (Hottubguy would know better than me on this). The Vanto does have more insulation than the Vegas (Vegas only has a low-E wrap insulation on the perimeter). Normally the Vegas is in the $22-25 range for energy cost on a national average, but if you're in the North East, or some sort of other cold climate it will cost more. Worst case scenario if you got the Vegas home and it was costing $40 a month, you could always shove some house insulation in to the cabinet fairly easily (Marquis cabinet sections come off with about 6 screws). If energy efficiency is a huge factor in your decision then the 750 might be the better route, as it has more insulation.Don't know too much about Saratoga, as it is more of a regional brand that we don't see here on the West Coast. I have heard the spas are decent.The Marquis are all made in Oregon vs. Caldera being made south of the border, if that makes a difference to you.I would go check out Marquis at the Home & Garden Show, sometimes they will have a little bit larger display than a normal showroom display.Good luck in your search!
Thank you all SO much!!!!!!!!! I chose the 750, but would definitely be more interested in keeping the price range of the Vanto. I did see the Vegas too!!! It was the 2nd one I sent to my husband and said it also looks like the Vanto. The Marquis dealer told me he didn't have the 750 on display but he could definitely work up a price for us. I'll definitely ask about the Vegas too if we go to the show tomorrow. Do you guys know the price range of the Vegas? They told me insulation was included with their prices, but not sure if that's standard. We are in NJ and would probably need all the insulation we could get for the winter months!!We are wet testing at Caldera tomorrow- he did give us a great price. My husband was comfortable with the price we were quoted- but I hate to not give Marquis a chance before deciding.
Quote from: Mom2apjp on March 29, 2017, 07:09:29 pmThank you all SO much!!!!!!!!! I chose the 750, but would definitely be more interested in keeping the price range of the Vanto. I did see the Vegas too!!! It was the 2nd one I sent to my husband and said it also looks like the Vanto. The Marquis dealer told me he didn't have the 750 on display but he could definitely work up a price for us. I'll definitely ask about the Vegas too if we go to the show tomorrow. Do you guys know the price range of the Vegas? They told me insulation was included with their prices, but not sure if that's standard. We are in NJ and would probably need all the insulation we could get for the winter months!!We are wet testing at Caldera tomorrow- he did give us a great price. My husband was comfortable with the price we were quoted- but I hate to not give Marquis a chance before deciding.Pricing is all over the place. I've seen some crazy stuff on here. Vanto should be in the 6500-7000 range roughly the same as the vegas. The 750 is usually about 1500 more. In New Jersey there are a couple Marquis dealers that I know and they are both good. The only Caldera dealer I know sells both Caldera and Hot Spring so it doesn't sound like him. Where are they at with Vanto price?
Thank you so much!!!!! I believe the price for the Vanto (2016) was around $6400, but he was able to offer a better price if we took a model he had in stock and not order a customized color model.The Saratoga model (also 2016) was around $6400 as well.I only spoke with the Marquis dealer over the phone and he mentioned the "E" series and "Celebrity " series would be in our price range -but didn't offer a price on any specific model. I just didn't want to waste my time going to the show/dealer if they'll be a great deal more money. We are also putting in a patio and we want to make sure there's enough $ to go around! LOL Thank you again, you're so helpful!!
Quote from: Mom2apjp on March 29, 2017, 07:33:03 pmThank you so much!!!!! I believe the price for the Vanto (2016) was around $6400, but he was able to offer a better price if we took a model he had in stock and not order a customized color model.The Saratoga model (also 2016) was around $6400 as well.I only spoke with the Marquis dealer over the phone and he mentioned the "E" series and "Celebrity " series would be in our price range -but didn't offer a price on any specific model. I just didn't want to waste my time going to the show/dealer if they'll be a great deal more money. We are also putting in a patio and we want to make sure there's enough $ to go around! LOL Thank you again, you're so helpful!!How did the wet test with the Vanto go?
Quote from: Hottubguy on March 30, 2017, 10:57:15 pmQuote from: Mom2apjp on March 29, 2017, 07:33:03 pmThank you so much!!!!! I believe the price for the Vanto (2016) was around $6400, but he was able to offer a better price if we took a model he had in stock and not order a customized color model.The Saratoga model (also 2016) was around $6400 as well.I only spoke with the Marquis dealer over the phone and he mentioned the "E" series and "Celebrity " series would be in our price range -but didn't offer a price on any specific model. I just didn't want to waste my time going to the show/dealer if they'll be a great deal more money. We are also putting in a patio and we want to make sure there's enough $ to go around! LOL Thank you again, you're so helpful!!How did the wet test with the Vanto go? Hi! We actually had to reschedule to tonight! We are going in a couple hours! I was wondering if you could help me with a question… I will be trying a Caldera Salina tonight. I'm wondering how similar it is to the Vanto and approximately how much more it would cost compared to the Vanto model. Knowing me I will probably like it better, but want to be prepared if the cost is significantly more. Thank you again for everything!