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BUYING

Professional and independent pre-purchase advice

If you’ve never purchased a hot tub before, the process can be a little daunting. Fear not, our team of experts are at hand to walk you through the best hot tubs and make choosing your new hot tub as easy as possible. In the latest edition we have broken down our buying tips into three easy steps to make buying your perfect hot tub from a reputable hot tub supplier easy. We also provide guidance on  choosing between a 13 amp & 32 amp hot tub and related advice covering hot tub running costs.

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Lifestyle & health focus

How a hot tub can benefit you

Taking a regular dip in a quality hot tub can unlock the combined benefits of a healthy mind and body. In our latest edition of WhatSpa? we have investigated the latest health research to show you the hot tub benefits you could unlock with a new hot tub. With many of the leading hot tubs including the latest hydrotherapy jets to emulate massage therapy, as well as other technology such as mood lighting, there has never been a better time to invest in a hot tub. See the full details and research in our latest edition of WhatSpa? now.

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Be inspired

Hot tub installation inspiration

Planning to create your own hot tub haven at home? Get the taste for in-spa-rational hot tub installations in our latest copy of WhatSpa? magazine. The latest inspiration includes advice from Alan Titchmarsh on developing your own hot tub haven in your garden. We’ve included photos and details of recent hot tub installations by the leading showrooms to provide you with further inspiration for planning your very own hot tub installation. To ensure that you’ve covered all bases, the latest edition also includes the WhatSpa? pre-delivery checklist. Also, check a snapshot of our latest garden hot tub ideas within our Knowledge Bank.

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WhatSpa? Best Buy Awards

The WhatSpa? Best Buy Awards section within the magazine, features 24 pages crammed full of specifications, ratings and our WhatSpa? verdict! Our Awards acknowledge the hot tub models that excel across a range of criteria, including design, aesthetics, comfort, hydrotherapy and value-for-money. We have split our Best Buy Award winners into five different hot tub price brackets to make choosing your hot tub easy.

WhatSpa? Best Buy: HotSpring Highlife Aria
HotSpring Highlife Aria

HotSpring Highlife Aria

Seats 5

WhatSpa? Verdict

Now a seven-time Best Buy Award winner, the HotSpring® Highlife® Collection Aria remains a true contemporary design icon. The big news for 2026 is the upgraded FreshWater® IQ system, combining the smart Salt System with a brand-new Dosing System for tap-of-a-button pH and phosphate balancing, all controllable via the new HotSpring® Spas app. Seating five with a sculpted lounger, the Aria delivers HotSpring's legendary hydrotherapy thanks to a pair of patented Moto-Massage® DX jets that traverse the back. No-bypass Tri-X® filtration, Energy Smart® full-foam insulation and multi-zone LED lighting complete the package in stunning style. Smarter than ever!

WhatSpa? Best Buy: Jacuzzi J-335™
Jacuzzi J-335™

Jacuzzi J-335™

Seats 5

WhatSpa? Verdict

A 14-time Best Buy Award winner, the Jacuzzi® J-335 sets the benchmark for luxury hydrotherapy in this price bracket. Seating up to five with a sculpted lounger and two corner therapy seats, including the renowned FX10 seat designed to target every major back muscle group; it’s a serious hydrotherapy heavyweight. 42 PowerPro® jets deliver an outstanding massage, while Jacuzzi®’s exclusive Infrared and Red Light Therapy comes as standard for accelerated muscle recovery. CLEARRAY® Active Oxygen ozone and UV water care, six-stage ProStream™ filtration, SmartTub® connectivity and built-in BLUEWAVE® stereo audio round out the spec list. A true game-changer!

WhatSpa? Best Buy: Aquavia Spa Serenity
Aquavia Spa Serenity

Aquavia Spa Serenity

Seats 5

WhatSpa? Verdict

Spanish powerhouse Aquavia Spa makes a serene return to our awards in 2026 with the stunning new Serenity, an avant-garde architectural design that really turns heads. Seating up to five across two side-by-side loungers and three open seats, its low 77cm profile makes for easy access. 56 jets across five massage circuits deliver comprehensive lumbar-to-leg hydrotherapy, while the Colour Sense chromotherapy system creates a true wellness centre. Ultra-quiet Silent Pump filtration, UV disinfection and EcoSpa insulation keep things efficient. The exclusive Solid Surface finish in Grey Storm or White completes the architectural statement. Pure Barcelona brilliance!

WhatSpa? Best Buy: Reef Spas Maluku
Reef Spas Maluku

Reef Spas Maluku

Seats 6

WhatSpa? Verdict

The flagship of the Reef Spas range, the four-time Best Buy Award-winning Maluku delivers serious hydrotherapy power and stunning visual impact. Seating up to five adults across a deep lounger and two luxury Captain’s chairs, three 3HP pumps power 87 jets including a 360-degree footdome for soothing reflexology. At 95cm deep it’s ideal for taller bathers, and a non-slip Swimdek twin entry step makes safe access easy. Standout exterior LED panel lighting creates a striking garden centrepiece, alongside a 50cm Cascade Waterfall, 24-hour circulation, Bluetooth® stereo and HeatSave 2 insulation for leaner running costs. Sheer bliss!

WhatSpa? Best Buy: Sundance Spas 880 Series Optima
Sundance Spas 880 Series Optima

Sundance Spas 880 Series Optima

Seats 7

WhatSpa? Verdict

Now an 18-time Best Buy Award winner, the Sundance Spas® 880 Series Optima continues to set the global benchmark for premium all-seater family spas. Seating up to seven in a multi-level layout, four distinct therapy seats and the legendary Accu-Ssage™ deep-tissue seat deliver a different massage in every position. Upgraded for 2026, new Fluidix® jet technology introduces exclusive percussive therapy for deeper, more customised hydrotherapy, complemented by the signature reflexology foot dome. A redesigned control interface, SmartTub® connectivity, wireless phone charging, CLEARRAY® Active Oxygen ozone and UV water care and MicroClean® filtration are standard. A must try!

WhatSpa? Best Buy: Spa Solutions Spas Mt Louis
Spa Solutions Spas Mt Louis

Spa Solutions Spas Mt Louis

Seats 6

WhatSpa? Verdict

Back for another year, the Spa Solutions Mt Louis is a proven family favourite from the Highline Range. Seating up to six adults, it includes a full-length lounger and varied seat depths to suit bathers of all heights. 55 stainless steel jets and a built-in air blower deliver an adjustable massage across every seat, while the standout backlit jets create a stunning after-dark light show. Manufactured on the same production line as Australasia’s renowned Vortex Spas™ and Fisher Spas™, the Mt Louis features tough Permaframe construction, Corona Discharge + UV water care and intuitive SpaNet™ touchscreen controls. A great-value family spa!

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