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Liven up your life with the best inflatable hot tub you can fit in your backyard. Find out which one is best for you and your budget in our reviews.
Intex PureSpa Plus Bubble Massage Set
Great value
Powerful, caressing bubbles
A bit tight for four adults (especially with legs out straight)
Cools down when jets are on
Coleman SaluSpa 4 Person Portable Inflatable Outdoor Spa Hot Tub
Easy to move
Some users felt it heated water more quickly than expected
Heat turns off when the pump is on (mostly in older models–definitely inquire about this issue)
Some users felt it heated the water too slowly
Coleman SaluSpa Inflatable Hot Tub
Great value
Sturdy yet comfortable construction
Cozy for just four adults
Pump broke for several users
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Writer6 Soothing Inflatable Hot Tubs Reviews 2024
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Mingmei Liang
After a long day, you don’t need to leave home to enjoy a spa-like soak when you have the best inflatable hot tub in your own home. More convenient than driving to a health club and less expensive than installing a permanent hot tub, inflatable models are versatile, practical, and economical.
Sound like a good time?
From the ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans to the Japanese and Native Americans, for centuries people have made bathing a ritual–for cleansing, relaxing, easing sore muscles, and socializing with others.
Not many people have access to a natural hot spring or a public bathhouse, but you can have the best alternative: an inflatable hot tub. You can put it indoors or outdoors, pump up it when using, and deflate it when storing.
Sit back and enjoy the Intex PureSpa Plus Bubble Massage Set. We found this model is quick and easy to set up. Several users praised its portability too. Made with puncture-resistant, three-ply laminated material and Fiber-Tech construction, the Intex PureSpa Plus Bubble Massage Set wins the confidence of many users because it is strong, yet supportive and comfortable.
Even better
In our research, we found users loved the bubbles emitted by the 140 high-powered air jets and were pleasantly surprised at the jets’ strength. The jets really do massage bathers, and many commented the jets were perfect for soothing sore backs.
The downside is that water loses heat when the jets are turned on.
Extra touches
Two items that help retain some heat, though, are the included insulated cover and the thermal ground cloth on which the Intex PureSpa Plus Bubble Massage Set sits.
The tub also has a built-in hard water treatment system that makes water softer and gentler on the skin.
Easy to clean, the Intex PureSpa Plus Bubble Massage Set comes with four replaceable filter cartridges, a chlorine dispenser, and a three-way test strip.
Many users we spoke with recommend purchasing a cup holder. With the two included headrests, you can lean back and truly relax.
To learn more about the Intex PureSpa Plus Bubble Massage Set, its construction, and how it works, watch this video. The spa comes with a 1-year warranty. You can download the user manual,
Great value
Powerful, caressing bubbles
A bit tight for four adults (especially with legs out straight)
Cools down when jets are on
Control the heat and pump without having to leave the comfort of the Coleman SaluSpa 4 Person Portable Inflatable Outdoor Spa Hot Tub. A digital soft-touch control panel located on top of the pump allows you to adjust the 60 air jets with your fingertips. We found the bubbles are quite powerful and provide a fine massage. One negative is that when the bubbles (or air jets blowing them) are on, the heat turns offs and the water temperature drops.
Want some good news?
This problem seems to have been resolved with the latest model.
Made of durable 3-ply PVC with sturdy I-beam construction, the Coleman SaluSpa 4 Person Portable Inflatable Outdoor Spa Hot Tub’s walls are strong and stable. You can sit and lean up against them comfortably or even sit on top of them and feel secure.
And get this:
The Coleman SaluSpa 4 Person Portable Inflatable Outdoor Spa Hot Tub has two easy-lift handles that make moving the empty tub convenient. You can even take this portable tub with you on vacation!
Even though the Coleman SaluSpa 4 Person Portable Inflatable Outdoor Spa Hot Tub comes with two easy-to-replace filter cartridges and a chemical tablet floater, we recommend the Leisure Time Bright & Clear liquid for helping keep the water clean.
Users complained the tub included just the chemical tablet floater; they had to go out and purchase the chlorine or bromine and test strips themselves. According to the user manual (which you can download here), the warranty is as follows:
The limited warranty is valid as follows:
Easy to move
Some users felt it heated water more quickly than expected
Heat turns off when the pump is on (mostly in older models–definitely inquire about this issue)
Some users felt it heated the water too slowly
In our research, we found that users praised the Coleman SaluSpa Inflatable Hot Tub’s sturdy construction. Made of puncture-resistant, tri-tech three-ply reinforced material, featuring a polyester mesh core encased in two layers of PVC, the tub is extremely tough, strong, and durable.
You won’t believe this…
A 260-pound consumer we chatted with found he could sit on the tub’s sides without the structure bending or buckling. We credit this to the walls’ I-beam construction.
What a feeling!
But what users really like was Coleman SaluSpa Inflatable Hot Tub’s convenience. It has an easy-to-use digital control panel with an automatic start/stop timer-controlled heating system.
Consumers in our focus group were impressed by the tub’s powerful yet relaxing bubbles.
But they did have two complaints:
First, the water’s temperature dips when the air jets emit bubbles. We also found this to take away from the overall user experience somewhat, but there are options to help the inflatable hot tub retain some heat. (More on that in just a second.)
Secondly, the bubbles were loud for some. During our testing, we did notice they made a louder noise than some of the other models on this list, but it was easy to tune out. That being said, if you’re sensitive to sounds, this may not be the greatest inflatable hot tub for you.
The rigid walls are perfect for either leaning against or resting your neck on. Not to forget, it comes with an air-pad cushioned mat that sits underneath the spa.
What’s so great about that?
In addition to providing comfortable padding under the bathers’ bottoms, this mat helps with insulation and minimizes heat loss through the tub’s base.
If you want to hold your drinks for yourself and/or guests, we recommend this cup holder or this even this entertainment and cleaning accessory set, which includes a music player and Bluetooth, two drink holders, and one tray. The entertainment and cleaning accessory set also contains three filters, a scoop, brush, and scrubbing mitt.
For a user’s review of the Coleman SaluSpa (Lay-Z-Spa ) Inflatable Hot Tub, watch this video. According to the user manual (which you can download here), the warranty is as follows:
The limited warranty is valid as follows:
Great value
Sturdy yet comfortable construction
Cozy for just four adults
Pump broke for several users
If you want to stretch out face to face with a companion or just by yourself, the unique, rowboat-style SaluSpa Siena AirJet Inflatable Hot Tub is just the right shape for you. Several tall users (6’ in height) loved that they found this model’s curvilinear design can accommodate them comfortably! We also learned that at each end of this tub sits a comfy, thick seat cushion. You can lay the included plastic shelf/table conveniently across the top in the middle for holding drinks and snacks.
The nitty-gritty details…
The SaluSpa Siena AirJet Inflatable Hot Tub has 127 air jets that make up it's relaxing, surrounding AirJet system for emitting massaging bubbles users enjoy. The consumers we spoke with feel confident about the durable and comfortable inflated walls made of tri-tech material and I-beam construction.
They also like the soft control panel for the heat and air jets sits right at their fingertips, just off to the side. An automatic start-and-stop timer for the heater saves energy.
The SaluSpa Siena AirJet Inflatable Hot Tub also includes a liner, a cover, a chemical floater, a pressure gauge, two filter cartridges, an air pad protector, and a repair kit.
And if all that is not enough:
If you want to hold your drinks off to the side, try this cup holder or this entertainment and cleaning accessory set, which includes a music player and Bluetooth, two drink holders, and one tray.
The entertainment and cleaning accessory set also contains three filters, a scoop, brush, and scrubbing mitt.
For an informative introduction to the SaluSpa Siena AirJet Inflatable Hot Tub, watch this video. The hot tub comes with a 365-day limited warranty. You can download the user manual here.
Great for stretching out in
Sturdy construction
Bubbles are a little loud during use
Some users found the manufacturer’s customer service to be poor
Sporting a premium leather look in a mellow earth tone, the SaluSpa Palm Springs AirJet Inflatable 6-Person Hot Tub blends into any indoor or outdoor setting. It looks great on the deck or lawn. The experts we recruited for these reviews were impressed by the tub’s powerful yet relaxing bubbles noting their therapeutic qualities.
As with most inflatable hot tub models, though, they note that the water’s temperature dips when the bubbles are on.
Now:
While users appreciate the tub’s easy-to-operate digital control panel and the automatic start/stop timer-controlled heating system, several complained that after 72 hours, the system shuts off. They do not like having to restart the whole heating process again.
Despite the inconvenience, we think the automatic start/stop timer-controlled heating system is a good safety and energy-saving feature.
The SaluSpa Palm Springs AirJet Inflatable 6-Person Hot Tub also comes with a cover for retaining heat as well as a set-up and maintenance guide DVD.
Looking for some good, clean fun?
Although it also includes a filter cartridge and a chemical floater, we recommend Leisure Time Bright & Clear liquid for helping keep the water clean.
If you plan to invite more bathers to join you in the SaluSpa Palm Springs AirJet Inflatable 6-Person Hot Tub, you may want to purchase this entertainment and cleaning accessory set, which includes a music player and Bluetooth, two drink holders, and one tray. This entertainment and cleaning accessory set also contains three filters, a scoop, brush, and scrubbing mitt.
For an introduction to the SaluSpa (Lay-Z-Spa) Palm Springs AirJet Inflatable 6-Person Hot Tub, watch this video. The hot tub comes with a 90-day limited warranty. You can download the user guide here.
Easy to set up
Powerful bubbles
Can’t run bubbles and heater at the same time
Bottom not inflated; no seats
The SaluSpa Miami Air Jet Inflatable Hot Tub is conveniently portable and can be set up easily indoors or outdoors. Made of tri-tech three-ply reinforced material featuring a polyester mesh core encased in two layers of PVC, the tub is extremely tough, strong, and durable.
We were shocked.
One user’s German Shepard jumped into the SaluSpa Miami Air Jet Inflatable Hot Tub several times without damaging or collapsing it!
Because of its I-beam construction, bathers report feeling secure in leaning against, sitting on, or grabbing the tub’s walls to climb in and out without bending or buckling it.
Although the manufacturer states the tub holds up to four adults, we discovered that the tub is comfortable for two adults but might be tight for three or more.
Nevertheless
Bubbles around emanate from the tub’s perimeter, which users love for back and arm massages. They also like that they can control the heat and pump via an LED digital control panel without having to exit the warm tub.
An automatic start/stop timer-controlled heating system helps save energy. The SaluSpa Miami Air Jet Inflatable Hot Tub has a rapid heating system that warms up the water quickly.
It also includes a cover to retain heat as well as a set-up and maintenance DVD.
Good clean fun
Even though this inflatable hot tub comes with filter cartridges (a twin pack to be precise) and a chemical floater, all of the experts we interviewed recommended using a product such as Leisure Time Bright & Clear liquid for helping keep the water clean.
If you want to share the SaluSpa Miami Air Jet Inflatable Hot Tub experience with friends, take a look at this entertainment and cleaning accessory set--it really livens up the party! The entertainment and cleaning accessory set also contains three filters, a scoop, brush, and scrubbing mitt.
For a user’s review of the SaluSpa (the Lay-Z-Spa) Miami Air Jet Inflatable Hot Tub, watch this video. This hot tub comes with a 365-day limited warranty. You can download the user manual here.
Durable
Comfortable, padded floor
Can’t run bubbles and heater at the same time
Needs better insulation for heat retention
Do you want to relax in a hot tub without paying thousands of dollars? Don’t want to dedicate a permanent spot to put it? Try an inflatable hot tub instead. The term “inflatable” may make you wonder…
Are they worth it?
We think so and review features to look for when researching different models. Inflatable hot tubs come in different sizes, shapes, and more, so read on and learn how you can make the best decision for your needs.
Think of an inflatable hot tub as a grown-up version of a kid’s inflatable pool, only much larger and with warmer (and clean) water. The inflatable hot tub is like a huge pool that comes with a pump and heater. Just connect the pump to the tub, blow it up, fill the tub with water, and wait for the water to heat up.
But not so fast:
Choosing an inflatable hot tub is not so simple. When exploring different models, you’ll want to consider various factors:
Now that you know what specific features to scrutinize when choosing which inflatable hot tub to purchase, let’s learn about individual models.
One of the main considerations we used when picking our favorite inflatable hot tubs was their build quality and durability. While all the models were made well, there are some things you can do to further extend the life of your hot tub.
In fact, you can enjoy many years of soaking in your inflatable hot tub if you take care of it properly. Follow these maintenance tips:
Hot tub owners are faced with so many different cleaning chemicals–it can be overwhelming! Veteran hot tub (and pool) owners debate over which sanitizer to use: chlorine or bromine. Both chemicals are effective at killing bacteria and germs lurking in your inflatable hot tub.
But what are the differences between them? What one works better?
Let’s break it down:
When most people think of pools, they think of chlorine. Indeed, chlorine is popular because it’s economical and fast acting. The downside is chlorine has a high pH value, necessitating that if you use it, you’ll need to check your tub’s water chemistry balance often. Furthermore, chlorine is notorious for having a powerful smell and can irritate lungs and sensitive skin.
On the other hand:
Bromine is extremely effective in killing bacteria and viruses (especially in warm-water environments like a hot tub) and over a longer period of time. Its low pH value makes chemical balance issues less likely. Even better, bromine lacks a strong chemical scent and is usually easier on the skin.
What’s the catch?
The downside is that bromine is a bit more expensive than and not as fast-acting as chlorine is. Your maintenance costs will increase if you choose to use bromine.
Whether you choose chlorine or bromine, you’re taking the first step to sanitizing your inflatable hot tub water before you step in for a soak.
Eco-friendliness doesn’t usually come to mind when people think of hot tubs. Nonetheless, you can enjoy your inflatable hot tub and still be environmentally conscious by following these easy tips:
We want you to be able to relax in your inflatable hot tub, but please keep in mind these safety tips:
Now that we’ve gotten all of the safety warnings out of the way, let’s hear about how good hot tubs are for your health. For centuries, people have turned to soaking in hot water for natural, non-invasive, and non-toxic treatments.
Soaking in hot–or even just warm at 92°F (33.3°C)–water works for different reasons.
First, water reduces the force of gravity, thus easing compression on joints and bones. In fact, water provides offers 360-degree support for sore areas, helping to decrease swelling and inflammation. Second, the water’s heat increases circulation, stimulating blood flow to stiff muscles and joints. In fact, your warmed up body gains a little more temporary flexibility, making hot tub time a good time for gentle stretching.
How about this:
According to the Arthritis Foundation, warm water can help fight the pain and stiffness of arthritis and fibromyalgia patients. “Various studies of patients with both conditions found that when they participated in warm water exercise programs two or three times a week, their pain decreased as much as 40 percent and their physical function increased.”
And there’s more:
Soaking in a hot tub doesn’t mean you’re sitting around and doing nothing. You’re benefitting from passive heat.
Dr. Steve Faulkner of Loughborough University found that soaking in a hot tub lowers blood sugar levels for people with Type 2 Diabetes. An hour-long soak “reduces peak blood sugar levels by 10 percent and increases energy expenditure levels by 80 per cent burning 126 calories per hour.”
Soaking in a hot tub is a natural way to relieve stress and anxiety. It also helps improve sleep by relaxing you and raising your body temperature. After you climb out of the hot tub, your body works to lower your temperature, which makes you feel sleepy.
Finally, the hot water helps vascular dilation, which helps relieve tension and pain associated with some types of headaches.
To reach a maximum benefit, soak for at least 20 minutes. Be sure to drink water before and after your bath to stay well hydrated inside. Don’t feel that you need to crank the temperature close to 104°F (40°C). You can still benefit from water temperatures between 92°F (33.3°C) and 102°F (39°C). Do whatever is most comfortable for you!
Liven up your life with the best inflatable hot tub you can fit in your backyard. Find out which one is best for you and your budget in our reviews.
Liven up your life with the best inflatable hot tub you can fit in your backyard. Find out which one is best for you and your budget in our reviews.
Liven up your life with the best inflatable hot tub you can fit in your backyard. Find out which one is best for you and your budget in our reviews.
Bigger is better when you want to fit more people. However, larger tubs take up more room, take longer to fill up with water and heat, cost more to purchase and heat, and are simply heavier to transport and store. In any case, choose the model which best suits your needs.
Indoor use is fine. Outdoor use is not–the heat and pump can’t and shouldn’t be run in temperatures less than 40ºF (4ºC).
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