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You certainly should wet test, the dry test is fine but any time a lounge is involved wet testing is doubly important IMO. In fact if you don't wet test for whatever reason I'd recommend getting the non-lounge version, Niagara, because otherwise you're just hoping the lounge works for you and it takes up valuable real estate. Don't be fooled by statements some will make like "the lounge in spa X is designed to fit most anyone", its not simply about how well the spa is designed (though that does have some merit). Two people the same size can wet test the same spa and get different results, especially where the lounge is concerned. Of course if there are usually only going to be 2 or 3 people in it then maybe the fact the lounge takes up 30% of the spa is not a major issue. The price sounds pretty good actually for a 2010. Obviously you need steps to get in whether you make them yourself or get them from the dealer but IMO you really need a cover lifter, especially on a bigger spa like this so don't skip that. Hi...We just purchased a Caldera Geneva 2010 spa yesterday from a local dealer; in business 25 yrs. Price was $7664. (not including tax)This includes delivery, set up, orientation to spa, chemicals, cover with cover lifter, steps, and extra seat cushion for lounger. We thought this was a pretty good price. Hope this helps. We chose the Geneva based on reviews and overall comfort during our test. We also liked the 38" depth as my husband and I are both tall. Hope this helps anyone still looking in regards to price!

You certainly should wet test, the dry test is fine but any time a lounge is involved wet testing is doubly important IMO. In fact if you don't wet test for whatever reason I'd recommend getting the non-lounge version, Niagara, because otherwise you're just hoping the lounge works for you and it takes up valuable real estate. Don't be fooled by statements some will make like "the lounge in spa X is designed to fit most anyone", its not simply about how well the spa is designed (though that does have some merit). Two people the same size can wet test the same spa and get different results, especially where the lounge is concerned. Of course if there are usually only going to be 2 or 3 people in it then maybe the fact the lounge takes up 30% of the spa is not a major issue. The price sounds pretty good actually for a 2010. Obviously you need steps to get in whether you make them yourself or get them from the dealer but IMO you really need a cover lifter, especially on a bigger spa like this so don't skip that.

Hi...My husband and I have just started our search and luckily I ran across this forum. Great info on here! We had no idea at all in regards to hot tub pricing, and ignorantly thought we could get something of quality for around $4,000. Ha...we weren't very informed. We are now willing to considerably up our spending price in order to get a quality spa. but just wondering if anyone has had any experience or info with the brand "Hot Spot" by Hotspring. We were told it is made by Watkins, who also makes Hotspring. We were just wondereing if this would be a little more economical, and yet still get a quality tub...or if we should bite the bullet and spend more on a more quality tub for the long run? Thanks for any help!! We are open to any suggestions, as we really aren't sure of what is out there. Just starting to learn of all the options, etc.! (overwhelming amt of info, btw)