ncgirl Posted April 30, 2006 Report Share Posted April 30, 2006 Can someone tell me why the Caspian has two jet pumps and the Bengal only one? There isn't that big a difference in the number of jets. Also, I keep reading that with the Watkins spas all jets cannot be run at once. Does this mean they won't run all at once or that the pressure won't be as strong? With the Caspian will both jet pumps run at one time? Finally, how often will I be replacing filters with these spas? Thanks. This forum is a great learning tool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guzz Posted April 30, 2006 Report Share Posted April 30, 2006 Can someone tell me why the Caspian has two jet pumps and the Bengal only one? There isn't that big a difference in the number of jets. Also, I keep reading that with the Watkins spas all jets cannot be run at once. Does this mean they won't run all at once or that the pressure won't be as strong? With the Caspian will both jet pumps run at one time? Finally, how often will I be replacing filters with these spas? Thanks. This forum is a great learning tool. You can run all the jets at the same time in the Caspian but not the Bengal, Caspian has 10 more jets plus a waterfall. Having said that, I personally like the Bengal, you have more adjustment of the jets, while the caspian is full blast all the time. You can choose to have both pumps running at the same time or not. Find a dealer with a wet one so you can try it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncgirl Posted April 30, 2006 Author Report Share Posted April 30, 2006 You can run all the jets at the same time in the Caspian but not the Bengal, Caspian has 10 more jets plus a waterfall. Having said that, I personally like the Bengal, you have more adjustment of the jets, while the caspian is full blast all the time. You can choose to have both pumps running at the same time or not. Find a dealer with a wet one so you can try it. Thanks! What about upkeep? How often will I have to replace the filters? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guzz Posted April 30, 2006 Report Share Posted April 30, 2006 Thanks! What about upkeep? How often will I have to replace the filters? Clean them at least once a month and they should last you 2-3 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hottub.pool_boy Posted April 30, 2006 Report Share Posted April 30, 2006 I have a tough time deciding between the two. Good choices. WET TEST. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guzz Posted April 30, 2006 Report Share Posted April 30, 2006 I have a tough time deciding between the two. Good choices. WET TEST. If you like the Bengal, make sure you get the 220v model, it has a bigger pump. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hottubdan Posted May 1, 2006 Report Share Posted May 1, 2006 If you like the Bengal, make sure you get the 220v model, it has a bigger pump. Unless you have limited electrical capability. 110v model also works great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guzz Posted May 1, 2006 Report Share Posted May 1, 2006 Unless you have limited electrical capability. 110v model also works great. Agree. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamtasia Posted May 2, 2006 Report Share Posted May 2, 2006 I like the Tiger River Caspian better, personally. I like a deeper spa, since, I have 4 or more people in the spa often. The deeper spa puts everyone more upright giving us more leg room. If it were just me and whoever I was dating at the time, the Tiger River Bengal would be my pick! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guzz Posted May 2, 2006 Report Share Posted May 2, 2006 I like the Tiger River Caspian better, personally. I like a deeper spa, since, I have 4 or more people in the spa often. The deeper spa puts everyone more upright giving us more leg room. If it were just me and whoever I was dating at the time, the Tiger River Bengal would be my pick! Sounds like you need both models in your life. lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamtasia Posted May 2, 2006 Report Share Posted May 2, 2006 Yeah! They are great spas! More the merrier!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guzz Posted May 4, 2006 Report Share Posted May 4, 2006 Can someone tell me why the Caspian has two jet pumps and the Bengal only one? There isn't that big a difference in the number of jets. Also, I keep reading that with the Watkins spas all jets cannot be run at once. Does this mean they won't run all at once or that the pressure won't be as strong? With the Caspian will both jet pumps run at one time? Finally, how often will I be replacing filters with these spas? Thanks. This forum is a great learning tool. keep us updated on your choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncgirl Posted May 5, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 5, 2006 Clean them at least once a month and they should last you 2-3 years. You seem to be the Hot Springs guy. How often will I need to drain the Caspian or the Mallorca? Why does this have to be done with a hot tub and not with a pool? Finally, except for obvious things like warranty and seating, how would you compare the TR Caspian with the Hot Spot Mallorca? Thanks again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
East TX Spa Posted May 5, 2006 Report Share Posted May 5, 2006 It's recommended that you drain the spa every four months. The reason you do this is that a spa is a very small body of water compared to a swimming pool. The water can only be treated so much before it becomes saturated to the point where you need to just start over with fresh water. As a HotSpring, Tiger River, and HotSpot dealer, I would much prefer the Caspian. It is an outstanding spa. Very comfortable, powerful, easy to maintain. It has a self-cleaning cycle, large LED light, BOTTOM DRAIN (never, ever buy a spa without a drain in the bottom, like your bathtub), no-fault titanium heater, 24 hr circulation pump, more jet variety, etc, etc. The Caspian is a Cadillac, the Mallorca is a generic spa made and priced similiar to what most other spa companies sell. Good luck with your shopping and be sure to wet test. Make it fun! Terminator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guzz Posted May 6, 2006 Report Share Posted May 6, 2006 It's recommended that you drain the spa every four months. The reason you do this is that a spa is a very small body of water compared to a swimming pool. The water can only be treated so much before it becomes saturated to the point where you need to just start over with fresh water. As a HotSpring, Tiger River, and HotSpot dealer, I would much prefer the Caspian. It is an outstanding spa. Very comfortable, powerful, easy to maintain. It has a self-cleaning cycle, large LED light, BOTTOM DRAIN (never, ever buy a spa without a drain in the bottom, like your bathtub), no-fault titanium heater, 24 hr circulation pump, more jet variety, etc, etc. The Caspian is a Cadillac, the Mallorca is a generic spa made and priced similiar to what most other spa companies sell. Good luck with your shopping and be sure to wet test. Make it fun! Terminator Well term, you just sold me,I'll take 2. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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