Hot Tub Comparison - Hot Water Productions

The Best Hot Tub Brands by Feature:
Comparison of the Top Spa Brands

There are a lot of hot tubs out there; how do you choose between a Hot Spring® spa and a Sundance, Bullfrog, or Marquis Spa? Are Freeflow spas a better value than Lifesmart or Aquarest? What about Cal Spa and Wind River? We know many models and features to choose from, so consider this a starting point for finding the hot tub that will help you relax and unwind for years to come.

The Best Hot Tub Massage Jets

If you’re using your hot tub for relaxation, you’re probably seeking exceptional massage jets. Massage jets are a major selling point for hot tubs, and across the board, brands add their own touch to this relaxation necessity: Hot Spring® Hot Tubs are equipped with Legendary Massage Moto-Massage® DX systems. Bullfrog offers three different JetPacks to choose from. Marquis Hot Tubs have four different massage jets to choose from, and Lifesmart’s models are equipped with up to 90 massage jets.

Hot Tub Models with the Best Massage Jets:

The Hot Spring® Envoy and Marquis Euphoria are known for having the strongest jet systems out there.

The Best Hot Tubs For Easy Maintenance

Maintaining your hot tub can be one of the most crucial considerations you make. Thankfully, many hot tub manufacturers have created patented systems that allow for easy maintenance. Jacuzzi® hot tubs use CLEARRAY Active Oxygen® System, which is a combination of ozone and UV-C technology. Hot Spring® just released a new water monitoring system, Freshwater IQ, which monitors ph, calcium, chlorine and salt at the touch of the button, Bullfrog spas are compatible with FROG® @ease® In-Line Sanitizing System with SmartChlor® technology to keep the water clear with less effort. Marquis Spas offers ConstantClean™ water management system that also uses ozone technology.

Models with the Easiest Sanitation System:

We’re partial to Hot Spring®’s new Freshwater IQ water monitoring system, as it makes water maintenance as easy as it gets. Pair that with a Hot Water Productions valet service, and you’ll never have to worry about maintenance again. 

The Best Hot Tub With Remote App Control

Want to heat up your hot tub while you’re on your way home from après? Or stay notified about maintenance needs while you’re away for the summer? Some hot tub models have apps that allow you to monitor and control your spa from anywhere. Hot Spring®, Bullfrog, Jacuzzi, and Marquis have apps that will enable you to manage your spa from afar.

Hot Tub Models with the Best Massage Jets:

Most hot tub apps will perform about the same, so the important thing is that if you want this feature, you look for a brand that offers it.

The Best Plug-and-Play Hot Tubs

Do you want a hot tub but don’t want to update your outlet to support a 230V charge? Then a plug-and-play model is for you. These models usually have fewer bells and whistles but are also easier to use and transport. Any of the Freeflow Sport models provide this convenience, along with Lifesmart, and Aquarest which also provide budget-friendly plug-and-play options.

The Best Plug-and-Play Hot Tubs:

If you’re looking for a plug-and-play option that’s also a high-quality spa, look no further than Freeflow Sport models.

The Best All-Around Hot Tubs

Best Budget
Hot Tub:

The Freeflow Sport Series provides the best all-around features for people looking for a budget-friendly option.

Best Spa for Relaxation:

With 55 jets, including amazing Moto-Massage® DX jets and spacious luxury, Hot Spring®’s Envoy spa is our top pick for relaxation.

The Best Hot Tub for Entertaining:

The Hot Spring Prism™ seats 7 people, features 72 jets, and has a stunning lighting system. Add a Bluetooth speaker system, and you have the ideal spa for entertaining.