I did get the cover lifter with the Joli. I wet tested it for a long time along with Marquis, Coast, Hot Springs and a few others. The Joli has quite the pep for a small tub. It was definitely the strongest tub I tested for the size. The Marquis tubs were also powerful as Markee mentions. But, the Joli fit me better, as I am only 5'2 and the dealer for the Marquis was not as reputable in my area. I probably would have spent more time with some different Marquis models if the local dealer was more accommodating. In my opinion, dealer is always first. Then, the tub that fits you the best, as long as you have the dealer support.