Laguna Bay Spas 5-Person 19-Jet Hot Tub with 110V GFCI Plug Review

Laguna Bay Spas 5-Person 19-Jet Hot Tub Review

If you’ve been endlessly scouring the market for a spacious hot tub that can run from a regular 110v electrical outlet, then your search will be about to stop. The Laguna Bay Spas 5-Person 19-Jet Hot Tub, also known as the Seascape, offers you the chance to experience the benefits of a sizeable hot tub without paying extra for costly electrical work.

Reviews on this hot tub started to surface nearly two years ago and have been positive on the most part with much praise given towards its value for money.

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Features of the Laguna Bay Spas 5-Person 19-Jet Hot Tub

• 6-person capacity; Mahogany colored cabinet
• User-friendly digital controls
• 19 hydrotherapeutic jets
• 1.5 HP motor
• Slip resistant surface
• Lounger seat, including comfort cushioned headrest

Setup

The Seascape has an output of 110-volt/20 amp, so you can plug it into a standard power outlet. Setting up the spa can be a bit of a chore because you need to remove the side panel to get access to the power cord and instructions, which are on a CD. The panel uses a tongue and groove style of panelling, so it can be awkward to put the panel back in place, but fortunately there is a technique to make this much easier. By placing two wooden blocks under the panel, you can replace the panel yourself in under 5 minutes. This demonstration video shows the panel removing process in action.

Tips:

• We recommend that you use a power drill to remove the panel screws to avoid them being damaged by a manual screwdriver.
• The power cord included is rather short, so you might need an extension cord if you don’t have an outlet nearby. We recommend you use a 12-gauge heavy-duty extension lead so it can handle the load without overheating.

After you have connected the hot tub to the power outlet, setup is plain sailing from then on. The next step required is to fill the spa to the required level and then wait for it to heat up.

Mahogany Cabinet

The spa comes with a mahogany cabinet, which give the Seascape an attractive, sleek look of a higher end spa. The included spa cover matches the mahogany cabinet, which enhances the overall look of the spa.

Seating Capacity

This hot tub is marketed as having a 5 person capacity, however most consumers recommend only 3 average-sized adults using it at once, for optimum comfort. The lounger seat with its cushioned head rest is nice and relaxing and is long enough to accommodate taller people above 6ft. There are also two seating benches in the tub where you can seat in an upright position.

19 Jets

There are 19 hydrotherapeutic stainless steel jets situated throughout the tub, which are powered by a 1.5 horsepower pump. In terms of power, the jets performance is rather average due to the limitations of the one-speed 1.5 HP pump, but they are still soothing enough to relax tense body muscles.

Energy Efficiency

The Seascape has numerous energy saving design aspects which make it good for saving money as well as helping the environment. The high-density foam insulation helps the spa maintain its water temperature for longer so minimal heat is passed outside. Also, the pump is designed to consume low energy even when operating at its optimum capacity.

Final Thoughts

The Laguna Bay Spas 5-Person 19-Jet Hot Tub is a good quality basic, small hot tub that is ideal for 3 people. Setup is a little finicky, but the technique with using wood blocks under the panel makes it much easier to place the panel back into position.

We recommend the Seascape to those who want a hot tub which has a good balance of size and features, but doesn’t require a 220v electrical outlet.

Home and Garden Spas 7-Person 104-Jet Hot Tub with MP3 Auxiliary Output Review

Home and Garden Spas 7-Person 104-Jet Hot Tub Review

Now under review is the Home and Garden Spas 7-Person 104-Jet Hot Tub. This seven person hot tub is from Home and Garden Spas mid-range line of hot tubs, so it has an impressive number of jets and a large water capacity as well as their standard flagship features.

What we really like about Home and Garden Spas are their low energy consumption due to their energy efficient design. Those looking for a large hot tub which is powerful yet cost efficient should consider this model.

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Features of the Home and Garden Spas 7-Person 104-Jet Hot Tub

• 7 Person seating capacity
• 104 Stainless Steel Jets
• 450-gallon capacity
• Underwater LED lighting with 9 colors
• Built-in Ozone System
• Top side controls
• MP3 Auxiliary input with two Speakers and Sub woofer

Spacious and Roomy

This is a very spacious hot tub with length and width dimensions of 92 inches, so you can fit up to 7 people in the tub at once, making it ideal for large groups or hosting hot tub parties with your friends or neighbours.

The acrylic surface of the tub is slip-resistant, so you can be confident getting in and out of the hot tub without slipping and potentially getting injured.

104 Jets

104 interchangeable, stainless steel jets are powered by a 6 HP pump so they deliver a powerful and therapeutic jet action. The jets are broken down into four different types (neck, calf, shoulder and foot) so the jets target the most important areas of your body to relax you and relieve tension.

Energy Efficient

The synthetic cabinetry system has been designed to retain heat well and the hot tub shell features high-density foam insulation, thus providing excellent insulation to keep energy bills down to a minimum.

The 2-speed pump allows you to put the hot tub into low-energy power mode while it is not being used by anyone, which is a further energy saving benefit.

Ozone System

Keeping your hot tub water clean is essential for hygiene purposes. This hot tub includes an ozonator which has been factory installed, thereby reducing the need for using lots of chemicals to take care of water maintenance.

Built-in Speakers and Sub Woofer

Chilling out in your hot tub on those long summer nights wouldn’t be the same without music to enjoy. The MP3 input allows you to connect a portable music device so you can play back your music through the two built-in speakers and sub woofer.

LED Lighting

The LED lighting feature gives you 9 color choices so there is plenty of choice to personalize your spa experience. The lighting looks particularly impressive at night, which is when you’ll make full use of it to transform the atmosphere.

Final Thoughts

The Home and Garden Spas 7-Person 104-Jet Hot Tub is a great hot tub for those who need plenty of room to fit lots of people. This is a well engineered hot tub with plenty of enticing features as well as energy saving benefits.

Bear in mind that you will need a 220v/50 amp dedicated circuit to install it, as well as a solid, even surface such as concrete to place it on.

Amazon are currently offering free curb side delivery for this hot tub, so you don’t have the hassle or inconvenience in having to unload the spa yourself from the truck.

Florida pool products inc. - Quick Spa Portable Hot Tub 110v Review

Aero Spa Review

The Aero Spa from Florida pool products inc caters to the plug and play crowd who want a hot tub that can be setup without the cost and inconvenience of installation and doesn’t need to stay in the same fixed location.

One thing which really stands out about this hot tub is its low price. Granted, this spa doesn’t provide the same level of jet pressure as costly hot tubs do, but it’s worth a look at if you’re after an affordable hot tub that prioritizes convenience.

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Features of the Florida pool products inc. - Quick Spa Portable Hot Tub 110v

• Durable construction comprising of 40 gauge PVC Vinyl and 19 gauge cloth
• Plug & Play operation, plugs into 110v outlet
• Portable and lightweight, weighs just 48 lbs
• Aeration Massaging bubble system with 130 air jets
• Cartridge filtration system built-in
• Includes zipped thermal cover

Lightweight, Portable Design

As it weighs just 48-lbs, you can move the Aero Spa easily to a location of your choice, which is great especially if you have limited space in your garden. The use of high gauge PVC Vinyl and cloth materials ensures that this spa is sound in the durability stakes so it will last for years.

Setting up the Aero Spa

The Aero Spa is ideal for those who don’t want to hang around waiting for their spa to be installed by professionals. After removing the spa from the box, you just need to inflate it then plug it in to an 110v power outlet then wait for it to heat up. It takes approximately 36 hours to heat up to 108 degrees, which is the maximum temperature. While this is some time, it isn’t bad at all for a spa at this price point.

130 air jets

The Aeration Massaging bubble system comprises of 130 air jets. As you’d expect, the jets don’t have the same invigorating pressure that expensive hot tubs offer, but they do provide plenty of bubbles which give you a good relaxing feeling. 

One drawback is that the bubble system is quite loud as the jet emit the bubbles, but it can only be run for 20 minutes in one session then it requires a 10 minute stoppage before the system can resume.

Control Panel

A user-friendly control panel allows you to run the filter and bubble system, turn on the heater and set the water temperature. One caveat is that the temp reading is 4 degrees higher than the actual temperature so you need to bear this in mind when setting the temperature.

Built-in filtration system

A cartridge filtration system is built in to the Aero Spa, eliminating the need for an external pump. This system includes a pump to ensure the water keeps clean and crystal clear. 2 cartridges come supplied with the spa so they don’t need to be purchased separately.

Final Thoughts

The Aero Spa is an impressive portable hot tub that combines value for money with flexibility. It won’t suit those who are after an intense therapeutic experience, but it’s great for a relaxing soak.

Florida pool products are a company which stand by their spa products well, as customers who have bought this spa can attest to.

We recommend this spa for those who want a small, low cost hot tub that provides the freedom to be moved to any location and is quick to setup.

Lifesmart Rock Solid Simplicity Plug and Play 4 Person Spa With 12 Jets Review

Review of the Lifesmart Rock Solid Simplicity Plug and Play 4 Person Spa

The Lifesmart Rock Solid Simplicity Plug and Play 4 Person Spa With 12 Jets as its name implies is a 4 person spa designed to be simple to setup and operate. With its 110 volts operation, the Simplicity spa avoids the common hassle of installation costs which often frustrate hot tub owners.

Despite this spa recently just coming onto the market, there is a lot of buzz surrounding it already. Join us as we drill down into the features of the Simplicity plug and play spa and reveal whether it’s a worthy purchase.

Key Features of the Lifesmart Rock Solid Simplicity Plug and Play 4 Person Spa

• 110 v Plug & Play operation
• 1.5 HP pump
• 4-person capacity
• 12 high therapeutic jets
• Comfort valves for attaining perfect mixture of air and water
• Constructed with Eco thermo plastic
• Sandstone Rock Solid shell with matching surround
• 12-volt lighting with red/blue lens caps
• Full foam insulation

Consumer Reviews on the Lifesmart Rock Solid Simplicity 4 Person Spa


Plug & Play Operation

One of the main features which draws people to this spa is the plug & play operation that ensures a no headache setup. After positioning the spa in the area of your choice, simply fill it with water (up to 190 gallons) then plug it into a 110 volt dedicated circuit outlet then finally wait 24 hours for the water to reach the desired temperature.

Seating Capacity

The Simplicity Spa features four comfortable deep bucket seats and is marketed as being able to seat up to 4 adults. However, considering its relatively small dimensions, it would be cramped with 4 regular sized adults, so we advise you to purchase this spa to be used by no more than 2-3 adults if you want adequate leg room.

High Therapy Jets

A 1.5 horsepower pump powers the 12 high therapy jets which are located in each corner of the spa. The jets do not disappoint, they provide a powerful pulsating action which gives your body a soothing, muscle massage.

Convenient Controls

One of the features we really like about this spa is the Deluxe Balboa digital controls. These topside located controls give you convenient access to change temperature, jet settings and also the interchangeable mood lighting so you can choose the level of lighting which matches your mood.

Modern, Neutral Design

Not only is the Simplicity spa a joy to relax in, it’s also easy on the eye with its Sandstone Sahara shell and matching surround which closely matches the color of most garden decking.

Full-foam Insulation

Those interested in keeping running costs to a minimum will appreciate the full foam insulation of this spa. This ensures that heat loss is kept to a minimum so the spa will retain heat well. The included thick spa cover is also energy saving efficient.

Optional Steps

As an optional extra, you can purchase matching Sahara Spa steps to make getting in and out of the spa even easier. The steps are constructed with robust Permalast plastic and come fully assembled, so no maintenance or assembly is required.

Review Summary

For its price, the Lifesmart Rock Solid Simplicity Plug and Play 4 Person Spa is a gem of a small spa and a great addition to their line-up of affordable hot tubs. It has all the features a spa owner could wish for and has the benefits of being easy to setup and relatively cheap to operate.

While the claimed seating capacity is a bit higher than we'd recommend, the Simplicity is a wonderful outdoor hot tub for 2-3 adults to relax in comfort. This lifesmart spa is highly recommended by us.

Lifesmart Rock Solid Luna Spa Review

Review of the Lifesmart Rock Solid Luna Spa

If you want a spa which has the creature comforts which smaller spas don’t usually possess then you should take a closer look at the Lifesmart Rock Solid Luna Spa. This 110 volt spa combines durability with its Rock Solid Shell as well as convenience features such as topside controls, all at an affordable price.

With consistently high review scores from consumers, the Luna Spa has earned a reputation as one of the best spas on the market in its class. Read on as we examine its features in detail.

Key Features of the Lifesmart Rock Solid Luna Spa

- Three seating position
- Rock Solid™ Shell
- 110 Volt (15 Amp) Plug & Play Operation
- 12 Jets
- Spa light with mood lens
- Comfort valves located top side

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Setting up the Lifesmart Luna

Unlike many hot tubs, the Lifesmart Luna requires no costly installation work due to its Plug & Play operation. You simply place the spa in the area of your choice, fill it with water then plug the GFCI protected plug into a 110 volts outlet and wait around 24 hours for it to heat up sufficiently.

Some minor assembly work is required to drill holes to attach the 4 attachments which hold down the included spa cover. Aside from this, no other assembly is required.

Rock Solid™ Shell

The Luna spas Rock Solid™ Shell is touted by the manufactures as being “highly indestructible” and has been designed to last a long time so the hot tub won’t crack even in the toughest environments. To backup its claims of high durability, the shell comes with a 5-year warranty.

Top side Controls

The digital command center located top side on the spa gives you easy control over the speed of the 12 jets, the water temperature and also the mood lighting.

12 Jets

The 12 total jets located in the Luna spa have been designed to massage your muscles and relax your body. Nine directional jets, one micro injector ject and two massage jets make up the 12 jets.

The jets are impressively powerful and also fully adjustable via the controls so you can turn off any jets which you don’t need.

Seating

The spa features a deep bucket seat which is positioned low down in the spa, so you are deeply immersed in the water as you sit and enjoy the pulsating jets. The spa has the capacity to fit in 3 adults at the maximum.

Review Summary - Lifesmart Rock Solid Luna Spa

The Lifesmart Rock Solid Luna Spa is a great quality smaller spa which doesn’t skimp on features or performance. Furthermore, its ECO Smart technology ensures that electricity costs are kept to a minimum so it’s particularly advantageous for those on a budget.

If you want a small spa for no more than 3 adults that is a breeze to setup, user-friendly and doesn’t cost the earth then I highly recommend the Luna Spa.