The motor also includes a saltwater filtration system, which eliminates the need for chlorine to keep the water fresh. Plus, the hot tub can be connected to your smartphone, allowing you to adjust the temperature and settings from the Intex app. Hot tubs are the ultimate luxury on chilly nights, allowing you to kick back and relax in the toasty warm, bubbling water.
The hot tub was the perfect size for two adults and one toddler, and we think you could comfortably fit three adults inside. Most hot tubs come with some type of chemical distribution system, so you’ll want to check what type of supplies it uses and purchase those along with the hot tub. In our testing, we did find that manufacturers do tend to inflate the capacity of their spas.
The four-person Bestway SaluSpa Miami was realistically comfortable for two or three people, and the six-person intex frame pool Plus was best-suited for four adults. For further insights on what to look for in an inflatable spa, she spoke with Alicia Toedter, pool and hot tub care education and content for Leslie’s Pool Supplies. Camryn Rabideau is a freelance writer and product reviewer specializing in home, kitchen, and pet products. In her 6+ years of experience as a product tester, she’s reviewed hundreds of items firsthand, and her work appears in publications such as PEOPLE, The Spruce, Homes & Gardens, and more. Camryn is also the proud owner of a small homestead in Rhode Island, where she spends her spare time gardening, tending her many animals, and working through a never-ending list of home improvement projects.
Just keep in mind that they’re generally more challenging (and expensive) to maintain. If you’re planning to use your hot tub solo or with a partner, the Bestway St. Lucia is one of the smaller options out there, taking up minimal room on your patio or deck. This inflatable hot tub can fit up to three people, but we found in our testing that it’s most comfortable for just two adults. It comes with a pump, insulated cover, intex baby float and chlorine dispenser, which uses tablets to dispense the proper amount of chemicals to keep the water clean. One common complaint about inflatable hot tubs is that they don’t actually have seats — instead, you generally have to sit directly on the floor of the spa. If you prefer to have an elevated seat inside the hot tub, this model from Bestway comes with a removable spa chair that can be adjusted to suit your needs.
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It offers 3- and 5.8-inch height options, depending on how much you want to be submerged, and it can be easily removed from the water as needed. Innovative Fiber-TechTM Technology offers superior structural stability while maintaining a comfortable surface for a luxurious and refreshing spa experience. While all accidents cannot be prevented, practicing good safety habits, setting and following rules, carefully reading instruction manuals, and vigilant supervision can greatly reduce the likelihood of injury as well as reduce injury severity.