Ghostlight

Thanks for the chance to join the forum and benefit from all of your knowledge ! We are in the Phoenix area and looking to purchase our first hot tub / spa. I seem to have myself settled into a choice of 2 ways to go. We have been shown a floor model '11 "la-z-boy" premier series tub, shown with an original list of around $12,000 on sale for $5995, and my 'lust' tub of a Limelight (hot springs) Pulse, new '12 unit, for $8500. Both units are all inclusive, (steps, cover, delivery, etc), and the pulse unit is offered "upgraded" with the easy lift cover unit vs. the standard lift. So beyond the $2500 price difference, I need some opinions on these tubs. I'm a bit concerned about the la-z-boy based on simply having never heard of them, love the Pulse, but do I need to spend the extra $$ ? Which tub will I potentially be happier with in 5 years ? 10 ? Thanks in advance, I could use some quick educating !