There are several types of these portable hot tubs and spas that are available in the market today. Portable hard-shell spa is small that if emptied with water, it can be easily transferred to a new location. The inflatable hot tub is completed with the air pump that can be inflated within the time of 15 minutes. After it is inflated, water is added and the heating units are then being activated. Additional type is the portable spa that is composed by the faux-wood paneled sides that is locked upright, and it is able to get fold and flatten if not utilized.
Just like the traditional stationary hot tubs and spas, the portable types do requires maintenance for keeping them run their beat efficiency. The water treating chemical kits usually bundled with the spa or hot tubs purchase and then help the water keep in purity and safety. The water filter will act to block the objects like leaves, dirt clods and insects from coming to main tub.
These portable spas and tubs are able to come up with some optional added accessories like the bubble jets, massage units, added seating space and underwater lighting. Most of the units are ranging from 5-6 feet diameter, big enough to occupy 2-6 adults at the same time. It depends on the model you purchase; these features will have you extra cost.
The conventional stationary price of spas and hot tubs are 3000 USD with the special deluxe unit costing 5,000 USD. Portable hot tubs and spas are ranging from 800 USD to 1,500 USD; it depends upon the model you choose to purchase and the supplier of the model.
Granted with the cheap cost, the added advantage of the portable spas and hot tubs is the space saving. If not in use, these tubs can be deflated or even folded to keep away. As they are stored, the spas and tubs are kept away from the harmful elements and they can be avoided from wearing and tearing. The disadvantages of these are the time to be spending for setting up the portable ones. And most of all, the traditional tubs are more durable compared to the portable versions.
