Spa Introduction

For many consumers, purchasing a spa is a "once in a lifetime" event. The current spa market in the United States and Canada has over 100 manufacturers offering more than 1,500 spa models, many of which look virtually identical. When confronted with so many choices, consumers often become overwhelmed.

Adding to the confusion, some manufacturers use different names to describe similar features in an attempt to make their products appear distinctive. 
 

We will help you make a more informed decision about purchasing a spa by providing you with some basic facts. "Informed Buyer" questions, which are questions you might want to ask when comparison shopping, are highlighted throughout this section of the web site. The answers to these questions will help you evaluate spa features and determine which product provides the best value for you.

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What's the difference between a Hot Tub and a Spa?

The term "hot tub" originally referred to the barrel-shaped tubs made of redwood or cedar which became popular in the 1960s.  Early hot tubs were fairly simple devices which basically held hot water and had enough room for one or two bathers at a time, and often had wood burning stoves or other alternative forms of heating.

Hot tubs evolved to have a few jets added to them.

In 1968, Roy Jacuzzi created the first standalone whirlpool spa with jets which became a great success.  The name "Jacuzzi" has since become synonymous with "spa."

Today, the terms "hot tub" and "spa" are used interchangeably.