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Hey guys!So I’m looking at Hotspring’s Limelight Flash and Hot Spot Rhythm. Both are very similar spas—7’x7’, ozonator, fibercor insul, two jet pumps, about the same number of jets (41 vs 35) includes steps, cover lifter, sub panel, install, chemicals, etc.. The main differences between the two are: the Flash has 1) a 24/7 circ pump and 2) a 5yr P&L warranty vs. the 2yr on the Rhythm. Now, I was quoted $8700 for the Flash and $6400 for the Rhythm. The sales guy did mention that having a circ pump can make a big difference on energy savings. He said about $50-60 a month to run the Rhythm and $25-35 a month on the Flash. Does this have some merit? If so, is it worth the extra $$$$? There are some other little cool features on the Flash, but their minimal.
D00nut, I'm in Rhode Island our winter heating design temp is 12F. Where are you?My worry is that he is overstating the Rhythm to talk up the Flash. Sounds like the Rhythm is still a really solid tub. It's our first tub ever and don't want to go crazy. On the other hand, if it means 3 more years of peace of mind with the warranty, along with all the other benefits you mentioned, maybe the flash is the better choice.
Sam, what's the cost of replacing a jet pump vs. a circ pump? The tub with the circ pump is nearly $3000 higher (Hotsprings Flair) vs the Hotspot Rhythm/Relay. Is that cost worth it?