Sorry for not replying I am in Canada so I think pricing here compared to the US is definitely different. So do not think it would help you much. We actually just got hot tub installed and wired up. This thing is gorgeous. Filled and going to get water tested tomorrow and get chemicals in so we can start using. Had a look in the cabinet when the front cover was off. Impressed to say the least. Hoses glued and clamped just looks really well built. You can see where the fibre core insulation starts, fan shroud on pump to direct heat to tub and the shell seems quite thick. Very impressed so far. Anyone on the fence about one of these should just order it lol. Seems like a very well built tub. Circulated all the jets, pumps etc. Cannot wait to get into it.