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2023 Hot Tub Reviews
AquaRest Spas
- Few models to choose from makes easy shopping
- Plug in, add water from the hose, heat, and enjoy
- Can purchase from manufacturer or big box store
AquaRest has been making hot tubs for 25 years, and they understand what hot tub shoppers are looking for. They can seat between 2 and 6 adults and include 20 or more jets. While in the factory, before each tub is shipped, it undergoes a 24-hour water test to make sure it meets the company's standards. Each tub also has full-foam insulation and a marine-grade vinyl thermal cover so that the heat stays in the tub, keeping your utility bill lower. You can purchase factory-direct, through a big-box store, or through a dealer, where you may be able to give it a wet-test -- get in the spa full of water and test out all the features. You're just not going to get all the bells-and-whistles you'll see with hot tub brands who specialize in high-end, luxury designs.
Easy to run
All spas require a standard household 120V/15AMP outlet for use. You can upgrade to 120/240V as an option, though. Fill the tub with your garden hose and plug it in. Once the water heats to your desired temperature, hop in and feel the stress start to melt away.
Four collections, nine model choices
AquaRest keeps it simple with only nine models to choose from. If you'll be a first-time spa owner, you may be overwhelmed with other companies and the many models to choose from plus their several options to consider. AquaRest might be a refreshing opportunity with only these nine models and four series:
- Select Spas have two models in this category: the 300 which is in a triangle shape and seats two adults, and the 400, which is in a square shape and seats four adults. Both include the thermal-locking cover, bucket loungers with arch support for your back, 20 stainless steel jets, digital controls, 1.5 HPR 1-speed pump, multi-color LED backlit waterfall, Easy Kleen 100% filtration system, full-foam insulation, and the EZ Access water drain valve.
- Elite Spas have two models, including the 500 which seats five adults, and the 600 which seats six. They include the same features as the Select series, but add ozone.
- The Premium Spa line includes four models at this level: the 300 which is in a triangle shape and seats two adults; the 400, in a square shape and seats four adults; the 500 which seats five; and the 600 which seats six. The Premium line includes all that the Elite line has, but includes a 2 HPR (horsepower) 2-speed pump rather than the 1.5 HPR 1-speed pump.
- Daydream Spa. There is only one spa at this level: the 4500. It seats six adults and includes the thermal-locking cover, but in black. This luxury line includes all of the features of the Premium line, but has 45 stainless steel jets, 3 HPR 2-speed pump, convertible 1kW/4kW electric heater, barrier foam insulation, and multicolor LED exterior lighting.
How to purchase
There are a couple of dealers you can work with, and they are listed at the bottom of AquaRest's home page. You can order directly from AquaRest, or you can find AquaRest spas through some third-party big box retailers. If you're an outlet shopper, there's an online AquaRest Outlet on their website, and it's just a click away.
Pretty energy efficient
The hot tubs include a full-foam cover and some insulation in the tub. Since most of the heat loss can come through the top, having a full-foam cover should definitely help the impact of your spa on your utility bill. Other companies we've rated go all out in their tub insulation as well as full-foam cover, offering even more energy efficiency.
Ozone sanitation system
AquaRest uses an ozone sanitation system, which converts oxygen into ozone, destroying bacteria and other nastiness. It helps to reduce the need for high doses of chemicals, therefore creating less odor as well.
Hot tub costs
- Select series: $3,399
- Elite series: $4,199
- Premium series: $3,799 - $4,599
- Daydream Spa: $5,599
Decent reputation
There aren't many complaints about AquaRest. The ones we do see are recommendations to upgrade to 240 volts, as the standard 120 won't heat it as fast. There are a few complaints on the insulation of the tub itself, saying it can lose heat. Their solution was again to upgrade to 240V as adding more heat helped with the tub's heat loss.
Simple is good, but we'd like more
AquaRest is a good company and they keep it simple when it comes to buying a hot tub. If you're the shopper who wants to know about some fun and fancy options for your spa so you can pick and choose for a customizable or semi-customizable hot tub, try our more highly-rated companies who have also been around for twenty years or more. However, if you want a good hot tub, nice price points, and easy decision-making, try AquaRest.
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Do the mere words hot tub give you the dreamy feeling of sinking down in a pool of warm water, relaxing, closing your eyes, feeling the healing massage of the hydro jets on your back and neck, and letting the world slip by? Or perhaps you associate hot tubs with friends or family relaxing together, enjoying a little social time in the warm, bubbly spa.
If you've dreamed of enjoying the relaxation and muscle relief that a spa can offer, and having it in your own yard, we have information for you on the best hot tubs out there. Just sit back and relax. Hot tubs can come in a variety of colors and styles. You can choose the standard model, or you can go up in levels where they add waterfalls, colored lights, and perhaps smart capabilities.
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Even still, you can customize by choosing a level that best suits your needs and then add on features to make your spa into your own style. Prices often start around $3,000 and with more luxury and more add-ons, you can reach a price tag of over $20,000. Remember that the price may not include delivery and probably does not include installation. In fact, some spa companies don't offer installation, which may mean you'll have to hire out.
As you shop around for a hot tub, there are so many things to consider! It can be overwhelming trying to understand all of the options and which spa design is going to be the ideal fit for what you've pictured in your mind for fun and relaxation. You can focus your search more effectively by knowing what you prefer in these areas:
- Size. Hot tubs can vary in size from three to ten seats, so think about how many people you'll want to have in your spa at once. If you're looking for small and intimate, and perhaps have limited space, consider a tub that seats 3-4 people. Larger tubs can seat 7-10 people; these will have a larger footprint in your space and take longer to heat, which means more stress on your utility bill. There may also be an option for lounge seating in your tub. You would sit more reclined, and there would be more jets along the length of your body. It's a great feature, but each lounger can take the spot of two regular seats, so plan accordingly.
- Type of hydromassage. Some brands offer a gentle, low pressure, all-water massage and others have a powerful half-water/half-air jet stream for a deep massage. There are other jet options to choose from for your comfort, such as leg, feet, and neck jets, or a wrap-around-the-side body stream for more of an all-over effect.
- Location and environment. Plan where you will like your spa. Is there room enough for the size you are considering? Most tubs are about 7' x 7', but yours will be bigger if you want to seat more people. The factors to consider for weather are the cover and insulation. The full-foam insulated covers help keep the interior from the elements and extreme temperatures, as most of the heat is lost through the top of the tub. The insulation helps keep the heat inside and prevents the heater from overworking itself.
- Local availability. Can you visit a dealer in person to see the hot tubs on the showroom floor, or even get a "wet test" where you can try it out with water in it? You can see how strong the jets are and how it feels when you adjust them to your body.
- Reputation. It's always a good idea to see what other customers have to say about the hot tub company. Keep in mind that the installation and servicing may be done by a third-party business, so you'll want to look into their track record as well.
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