OCMike

I have had an Aria since April of 2010. Initially the Ace system performed well, but then performance fell off. The cell was replaced in January under warranty and the new cell is performing no better. I have no bypassed the dealer and am trying to talk to the right technical person at Watkins to try and shed some light on this problem. I have all of the settings maxed (spa size and usage level including hitting boost) but that doesn't seem to make a difference. I love the spa other than the issues with the ACE system. I'm going to order the Taylor K-2006 to dial the hardness into the ideal range and see if that helps as the sample I tested in our lab at my office was down around 10ppm.

How many people will be using tub? Most off the time just me, except when I have the company of a nice lady, so in other words, just me pretty much all the time

MSRP from Watkins is $11,950 for Aria and $7195.00 for Jetsetter both prices without ACE System. Only includes tub GFCI panel, Cover Look at other makes smaller tubs, They all seem to make them Sundance, Marquis Artic, etc Thanks so much, this really helps. If I do get the ACE chlorine generator system, I'll make sure and do a follow-up post.

Hi, I live in Orange County CA, and recently got a price on a Hot Spring Aria model, they are running a sale and I was hoping to get some opinions on the price. It didn't come with a stereo and I think they wanted something like $2k for the wireless stereo option. They have quoted $10,705 + tax for Aria which includes; ACE salt system Cover lifter Cheapo steps (matching step $330+) The other option I looked at was the Jetsetter for $7,195 + tax which includes; ACE salt system Cover lifter Cheapo steps (matching step $330+) I had a Hot Spring 10 years ago and loved it, but I'm not necessarily wedded to it. I like the size of the Jetsetter, but it seems to be a bit lacking on the total number of jets. Any input is greatly appreciated, Thanks!!!