Small or Multi Person Hot Tub?

Choosing a hot tub is a bit like picking out a new car. Price is important, but so are practical considerations like how many people will need to fit comfortably into it. Some folks will need a hot tub that can handle a gaggle of family and friends, while others will only need a small, private spa for themselves and maybe a significant other. While this may seem like a straightforward decision, it can actually require some forethought and projecting yourself and your situation into the future a bit. After all, well-maintained hot tubs can last years and years, and what might be true for today can change significantly in the near future.

Only you know the answer to most of these questions. A good place to start is by asking yourself if it seems likely that you'll have friends and family over to enjoy a nice soak. If so, a multi person hot tub will be necessary. If not, a small hot tub will probably suffice (and cost less, of course).

In America, the majority of hot tub owners are middle-aged. This makes it more likely that they'll be visited by adult children and their grandkids - if not immediately, then certainly within a few years. Don't make the common mistake of forgetting to factor this inevitability into your hot tub purchasing decision! It could lead to some hurt feelings and crying grandkids.