Hot Tub Review
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HotSpring
Manufacturer: Waktins Manufacturing
Avg. Price: $7794
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We have had our tub and use it daily for almost 12-1/2 years. Wife was able to get a prescription for this tub via her doctor...good medical write off. One motor went out after two weeks and Prescott Spas replaced it no questions asked. We did get a crack in the shell (had to drill small holes to keep it from spreading...doesn't leak, above the water line). Finally got a leak this year and dug out the foam myself. Found the leak and used regular plumbing parts and Plastic-aide (great stuff) to repair it. So far, it still works. New replacement tubs from Hot Springs are a little high.
Date Purchased: May 1999
Price Paid: $6500
Recommend: Yes |
Pros:
Good service (little pricey), reliable (we still own it and use it daily
Keeps good temperature
Filters have been refined from five to one (new tubs)
Cons:
Heater goes out every 3-4 years (about $275 to replace)
Water ozone device doesn't work well, Hot Springs now suggests some chlorine or bromine |
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wmccall
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I've been a spa owner for 10 years. Got rid of a 9 year old Cal Spa. Researched extensively (wet & web tested Marquis, Master, & HotSpring.) Olympic Hot Tub in Seattle area was awesome to work with. I've had the spa 90 days now, and it's amazing. The filter pump is SILENT, and runs 24x7. The ozone & filtration systems work flawlessly. We use it daily. Water stays crystal clear with minor chemical adds. Just shock after you use, and add 1 TSP (yes, teaspoon) of chlorine/week. The CD ozone works great. Looked at HotSprings Vanguard & Envoy, but wanted something all the ski friends could drop by & use. Heartily recommend!
Date Purchased: 9/2006
Price Paid: $10000
Recommend: Yes |
Pros:
Silent Operation, Incredible Filtration, Good Massage action, exceptional temperature control.
Cons:
A little pricy. |
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wmccall
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After testing many tubs over several months the grandee won our check. We almost went for the Vista but after testing the grandee we fell in love with it. We tested emerald,jucuzi,beachcomber,
vita,D1 and other hotspring tubs. With chemicals,
cover,cradleII lifter,steps,nature 2 & Tax we paid $8500.00.
Date Purchased: 10/2004
Price Paid: $8500
Recommend: Yes |
Pros:
Beautiful,Big tub,moto jets,powerful foot jets,open seating
Cons:
There have been no negatives so far. This is a quality spa. |
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Sep 28, 2004 3:05 pm |
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wmccall
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I have owned a Hot Springs Grandee for almost 4yrs. It was nice at first, it was a hot tub and those are always fun, I hated as often as I was keeping up with the water even though my salesman told me I wouldn't have to if I bought the upgraded ozone. I eventually got a leak, well it was warrantied so not a big deal right? No not right. They made me drain my tub, they came out, they lifted it onto its side and chizzeled through the bottom trying to find the leak, it costed me 75 dollars and after a few hours he put it down and I filled it again...I STILL HAD A LEAK, I had to drain it again and two weeks later he came out and did the same thing, and so on and so on for the last year I have owned the hot tub. I went to another dealer to trade the tub in and he told me because Hot Springs foam to support the structure of the spa they can't remove pannels or find leaks very well and once it starts leaking you better just get something new, thanks Hot Springs that was a waste of 6000
Date Purchased: 7/00
Price Paid: $6000
Recommend: No |
Pros:
Its hard to name them, I used to like to use the thing
Cons:
LITTLE WATER PRESSURE, HARD TO KEEP UP WITH MY SALESMAN LIED TO EARN MY BUSINESS |
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wmccall
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I purchased this spa just after I starting to look at spas. I read all the online reviews, lots of brocures, videos etc. Stopped by a HS dealer on the way home from work and they had this one at $2k off as a "demo" price. It was on display at a landscaping/nursery place but never used.
I put a deposit on it right away so I wouldnt loose it.
We checked out the entire Watkins line, Sundance, and looked at a few others. This one tested the best for us. After wet testing I confirmed the order.
So far it's been very easy to use. There is plenty of power with ALL the jets on. If you need more power you'll also need handrails to hold yourself in place.
This is a nice large spa with room to stretch out. I'm 6'1" and don't have any problems. I felt cramped in the smaller tubs. My 5'1" friend didn't have any problems fitting in any seat. She had a drowning problem in one of the Calderas we tested.
Date Purchased: 11/03
Price Paid: $5800
Recommend: Yes |
Pros:
Easy to use.
Comfortable with no bucket seats.
Plenty of power in the jets
Cons:
None yet |
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wmccall
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We have used our Hot Spring Grandee almost every day for a week now. It has worked perfectly. I am detail oriented and have not found one flaw in the craftsmanship of the spa. I was hesitant about selecting a shiny finish rather than the granite looks, but the pearl color with the color wheel is fantastic.
People comment on the Hot Spring tubs' lack of jet power. I would disagree - after sitting in front of any of the jets in the grandee for five minutes, I'm downwardly adjusting the jet's power.
Our Hot Spring dealer provided exceptional service, and tolerated us when our family came in to wet test the unit on three separate ocassions. The delivery of the unit was flawless.
The only drawbacks I noted on the design of the spa are (1) the CD ozonator needs to be completely replaced every 2-3 years, costing $300 each time; and (2) the Moto-massage does not operate properly unless the diverter valve is in one of two positions, meaning at least one other jet has to be off.
So far I am very happy with our choice, and would highly recommend the Hot Spring Grandee spa.
Date Purchased: 8/2003
Price Paid: $7899
Recommend: Yes |
Pros:
Pearl color
Filtration
Jet variety & feel
High quality
Good dealership service
Comfortable seats
Cons:
Optional CD ozonator
Moto-Massage only works by stealing from other jets. |
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wmccall
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I have had the spa about a month now and have REALLY enjoyed having it even in 110 degree heat here in AZ.
The dealer was awesome and very accomodating to my schedule and the should be if I am spending 8K!!! They were one of only 2 dealers who acted like they wanted to help me and not just out for the $ which I was planning on spending anyway.
The jets are in great positions for me (disabled and have very particular pain locations). I also love the steps (also seats) inside the spa that help me get into and out of the spa. The jets are not super strong, but are just right. I couldn't imagine what they would be like if the were stronger for more than 10 minutes.
I can stretch out and still have room for a few other people in with me.
Very excellent expreience. I don't like to give 100% but since there isn't a 9.5 out of 10 I have to give a 5.
Date Purchased: July 2003
Price Paid: $8250
Recommend: Yes |
Pros:
Cleanliness
Ease of use
Dealer
jet locations
energy usage
steps inside spa
Cons:
purchase cost
only 1 pump in Vangaurd so upgraded |
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wmccall
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I took a long time deciding on what spa to get and after getting the Grandee from Hot Spring I know I got the best. Not only is the best fantastic but the customer service I get is astounding.
Date Purchased: 6/23/03
Price Paid: $9399
Recommend: Yes |
Pros:
Open, barrier-free seating
Low running cost
very theraputic (I'm a runner!!)
Cons:
The siding only comes in a redwood color (my house is a light green) |
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