Softub vs. Hard Tub
Face the Facts
| Softub | Acrylic |
| Site Prep:
All you need is a level surface – indoors or out. You don’t have to spend extra for construction or a concrete pad. |
Site Prep:
Construction, excavation, or concrete pad sometimes necessary for permanent location. |
| Electric:
A Softub plugs into a regular household outlet. We also include a Ground Fault Indicator. All you do is plug it in. |
Electric:
Installation of extra amperage or 220V – 60amp line is normally needed. Additional GFCI purchase required. |
| Installation:
Delivery is quick and easy. One person can set up a Softub In just minutes! |
Installation:
Costly crew, placement, plumbing, electrician costs. Crane Sometimes necessary. |
| Portability:
You can easily roll a Softub through a doorway, down stairs, or across a yard. The heaviest component weighs less than 95 pounds. |
Portability:
Cumbersome. Difficult or impossible to move. Typically 400-900 pounds. |
| Relocate:
A Softub is easily moved from spot to spot, home to home, Indoors or out.
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Relocate:
Usually not practical due to weight and site preparation. |
| Heat:
For all their power and features, Softub spas are remarkably simple to operate. In a climate with an average 65o temperature, the typical Softub requires just 4 kw hours of electricity per day to stay 102 o and ready to use. At 8¢ per kw hour, that would be just 32¢ a day, or $9.60 per month.* |
Heat:
Separate heating element is expensive to operate and replace. Monthly cost approx. $20-$40. |
| Thermal Lid:
All Softub spas include an insulated lid to save heat and water. |
Thermal Lid:
May be an accessory. |
| Jet Power:
Strategically placed, interchangeable hydrojets provide powerful hydrotherapy. |
Jet Power:
Hydrotherapy often uneven due to number and configuration of jets. |
| Safety:
A Softub plugs into a regular household outlet. There are no additional costs. It’s cord mounted and comes with a Ground Fault Indicator. |
Safety:
Must use caution with slippery surface and hard corners. Dangerous hidden depths. |
| Comfort:
Softub spa’s have a padded surface that’s as comfortable as an easy chair. |
Comfort:
Hard surface resembles concrete floor. |
| Seating:
Go ahead and stretch out! Spacious, open barrier-free seating allows a variety of positions and activities. |
Seating:
Molded plastic “assigned” seats restrict activity and positioning. |
| A Softub is always hot and ready to use – 24 hours a day. The bottom line is that Softub is more convenient, more comfortable and less expensive! | |