I am in the process of replacing an 11 year old Sundance Palermo with something a bit smaller. I got a quote on a Bullfrog at a "showroom" for $10k, but really don't want to spend that much. I use my spa every night (no kidding) and usually with just one pump on low. I am not looking for a thrashing jet experience nor any bells an whistles. Reliability is important. I want smaller 76" to 84", don't use a lounger, but I want a good depth (Palermo is 36" high).
Home Depot sells Home and Garden, Lifesmart, Canadian, American Aquarest in some sizes that interest me (~300 gal)
Lowes sells Home and Garden, Lifesmart,and QCA.
Anyone have any recommendations on those brands? I did like that the Bullfrogs had no wood in them, but didn't value the "jetpack" idea much. I'd love to get something for $3-$5k and HD and Lowes have some interesting models in that range.
Thanks in advance....