Customer Reviews for HotSpot SX

SX

HotSpot SX

  • 3 adults
  • 6' x 6' x 33" / 1.83m x 1.83m x .84m
  • 285 gallons / 1,075 liters
Average Customer Rating:
4.43 out of 5
4.4
 out of 
5
(86 Reviews)
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Rating breakdown 86 reviews
5 Stars
61
4 Stars
11
3 Stars
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2 Stars
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1 Star
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Customer Reviews for SX
Review 61 for SX
Average Rating:  
4 / 5
4 / 5

So review

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Jono
from North Little Rock ar
Age:55-65
PostedSeptember 13, 2021
Very nice spa for price. Wish it had a filtration pump but was not available
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3 / 5
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3 / 5
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4 / 5
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Review 62 for SX
Average Rating:  
5 / 5
5 / 5

Great Value

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Woodproj
from OKC
PostedSeptember 13, 2021
This spa is a breeze to maintain.
It is very efficient.
The Frog cartridge system is a bit pricey, but so easy to use.
In short, anyone considering a small spa should absolutely check this one out before buying any other.
The purchase price was very reasonable also.
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Review 63 for SX
Average Rating:  
5 / 5
5 / 5

We have been very pleased with our spa

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DR63
from NC
Age:55-65
PostedSeptember 13, 2021
We have been very pleased with our hot springs spa
Comfort:  
5 / 5
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Quality:  
5 / 5
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Ease of Water Care:  
5 / 5
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Energy Efficiency:  
5 / 5
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5 / 5
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Review 64 for SX
Average Rating:  
4 / 5
4 / 5

Great addition for the family

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AB
from Wisconsin
Age:35-44
PostedSeptember 13, 2021
Very relaxing during cool summer evenings as well as the winter months here in Wisconsin.
Comfort:  
5 / 5
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Quality:  
5 / 5
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Ease of Water Care:  
4 / 5
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Energy Efficiency:  
4 / 5
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4 / 5
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Review 65 for SX
Average Rating:  
5 / 5
5 / 5

Best Hot Tub Investment

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seloc69
from Chula Vista, CA
Age:45-54
PostedSeptember 13, 2021
I absolutely love my new hot tub. It took awhile to received due to the pandemic but totally worth the wait. This hot tub is fairly easy to maintain. This fits 4 adults too.
Comfort:  
5 / 5
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Quality:  
5 / 5
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Ease of Water Care:  
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Energy Efficiency:  
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Review 66 for SX
Average Rating:  
5 / 5
5 / 5

Everything great except headrest

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PEG
from Washington
Age:Over 65
PostedSeptember 13, 2021
rubber on headrest is disintegrating......had a former hot springs for 30 years and loved it
Comfort:  
5 / 5
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Quality:  
5 / 5
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Ease of Water Care:  
5 / 5
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Energy Efficiency:  
5 / 5
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Value:  
5 / 5
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Review 67 for SX
Average Rating:  
5 / 5
5 / 5

Not Disappointed

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jr
from Orcas Island Washington
Age:Over 65
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PostedSeptember 13, 2021
This is our second Watkins product. We had a Hot Springs Sumatra at our previous home.
We have had this one for two years now and it is great. We choose to use granulated Bromine for our sanitizer- the vendor fully supported one or two issues that arose around installation.
We use the tub pretty much daily.
Comfort:  
5 / 5
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Quality:  
5 / 5
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Ease of Water Care:  
5 / 5
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Energy Efficiency:  
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Value:  
5 / 5
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Review 68 for SX
Average Rating:  
5 / 5
5 / 5

Best Quality and Value for 2 people

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Keith
from Ave Maria, FL
Age:55-65
PostedSeptember 13, 2021
Love my SX model. I using it every night. Best for 2 people. 3 people is a bit crowded. Easy to take care. The cartridges make it simple to maintain clear and balanced water. I prefer the bromine. I've had this hot tube for almost two years and never had any issues. outstanding value and quality. I would not buy any other brand.
Comfort:  
5 / 5
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Quality:  
5 / 5
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Ease of Water Care:  
5 / 5
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Energy Efficiency:  
4 / 5
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Value:  
4 / 5
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Review 69 for SX
Average Rating:  
5 / 5
5 / 5

Sx review

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Di
from Lake Havasu City
Age:Over 65
PostedJune 18, 2021
The jets are great. I am 5'9". So I don't see how 3 adults can fit comfortably in this spa. I am not disappointed though. I wanted a smaller spa. There are 3 seats, but its really a 2 person spa. I have no idea where 3 people would fit, legs & all!!
Hot Springs is a good product. This is my second Hot Springs spa over the past 20 years. Love it!
Comfort:  
4 / 5
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Quality:  
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Ease of Water Care:  
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Energy Efficiency:  
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Value:  
3 / 5
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Review 70 for SX
Average Rating:  
1 / 5
1 / 5

Very disappointed owner

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Don
from Maine
Age:Over 65
PostedMay 23, 2021
Purchased a Hot Spring SX in the Spring os 2019 so this would have been our 3 season. We shut it down from late November to early April. At the end of last season the pump motor was quite noisy but it would come out of it. This Spring when we opened it up the pump wouldn't stay on on low speed. After having the pump rebuilt at the advise of the dealer it did the same thing. Had the spa tech come out and he found that the main circuit board (Not Cheap) was leaving the pump in low speed and high speed at the same time causing it to overload the breaker in my home elec. panel and tripping the breaker. Had to have it replaced. I would think a company claiming to be the most reliable tub on the market would have components that would last more than a few months beyond the warrantee. I cannot find a way to ever recommend your product. I had a tub prior to this that lasted 14 years without a service call.
Comfort:  
2 / 5
2 / 5
Quality:  
1 / 5
1 / 5
Ease of Water Care:  
2 / 5
2 / 5
Energy Efficiency:  
2 / 5
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Value:  
1 / 5
1 / 5
By Customer Service Hot Spring VanessaAugust 19, 2021
Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your spa. I am sorry to hear that it required service and so early into your ownership. I want to look further into your spa care and see how I may help.
Your feedback is valuable, and I look forward to working with you soon.

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Review 71 for SX
Average Rating:  
5 / 5
5 / 5

Should have buy years ago

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HapBE41
from Maastricht
Age:55-65
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PostedApril 15, 2021
We had to wait nine months after ordering the spa. The SX model is really great, even bigger than I thought. For 2 persons perfect, but with 3 persons you will touch your neighbours feet. The design and quality are marvelous, for me it’s a top spa. I would recommend the ozonator and circulation pump also because of the noize. Some troubles in the beginning with correct water values but during use I discovered better how to handle. The cover looks realy nice, the spa is a piece of art in our (small) garden. Really happy with it!
Comfort:  
5 / 5
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Quality:  
5 / 5
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Ease of Water Care:  
4 / 5
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Energy Efficiency:  
4 / 5
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Value:  
5 / 5
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Response from HotSpringBy Customer CareApril 15, 2021
Wow, what beautiful photos! Your hot tub looks amazing in your space. Thank you so much for sharing your review.
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Review 72 for SX
Average Rating:  
4 / 5
4 / 5

water temp

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sunchaser
from Santa Cruz, California
Age:Over 65
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PostedMarch 28, 2021
It is at the desired temp when entering the spa, but, it drops the temp by 2 degrees with the heater running . This is in about 40 minutes.
Comfort:  
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Quality:  
4 / 5
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Ease of Water Care:  
4 / 5
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Energy Efficiency:  
4 / 5
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Value:  
4 / 5
4 / 5
By Customer Service Hot Spring MariaMay 4, 2021
Thank you for review. Look for my email so that we can discuss your temperature issue. Thank you. hotspring_brand
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Review 73 for SX
Average Rating:  
5 / 5
5 / 5

A perfect plug n play!

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Sirdvddvd
from Napanee, Ontario, Canada
Age:45-54
PostedMarch 6, 2021
It’s great at night in the winter after working out in the cold to jump in the hot tub!
Comfort:  
5 / 5
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Quality:  
5 / 5
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Ease of Water Care:  
5 / 5
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Energy Efficiency:  
5 / 5
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Value:  
4 / 5
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Review 74 for SX
Average Rating:  
5 / 5
5 / 5

Perfect for our empty nester home

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CatLady12
from Deer Creek, IL
Age:45-54
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PostedFebruary 4, 2021
We are just shy of having our very first hot tub for one week and we do not want to live without it. We had always wanted a hot tub but never made it a priority. With Covid stopping travel (our main method of "getting away from it all") we decided it was time to start looking at hot tubs. In general, we prefer to support small businesses instead of big box stores, so our first stop was Backyard Pool and Patio. It ended up being our only stop since Rod was so very knowledgeable and helpful, and we knew we'd get great support from him with all of our newbie questions (such as the chemicals).
HotSpring has a great selection of tub sizes, with some amazing large tubs, but since we're not party-hosting people, their 3-person Hot Spot SX is just right for the two of us. All three seats have slightly different massage patterns, with one being the awesome moto-massage (the jet goes up and down your spine). The 4th "seat" is the very necessary cool-down bench - such a great idea. We love the lighting package with all the different colors, the ease of operating the control panel, and how quiet it is! We can carry on a conversation at a normal volume compared to other hot tubs I've been in. Every time we've been in it, I've said, "This was such a great idea!"
We're in Illinois, where it is currently the middle of winter with snow on our deck. The water is a nice toasty 101 degrees in the hot tub. Part of that is the high-quality cover helping keep it toasty. I've never seen such a well-made hot tub cover. We had them add the cover lifter, too, so getting the cover on and off is very manageable with one person. So if you're questioning whether or not to buy a hot tub, don't wait any longer, just do it!
Comfort:  
5 / 5
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Quality:  
5 / 5
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Ease of Water Care:  
5 / 5
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Energy Efficiency:  
5 / 5
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Value:  
5 / 5
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Response from HotSpringBy Customer CareFebruary 4, 2021
Thank you so much for your amazing review! We are so happy to hear that your SX is perfect for you. We love the photos!
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Review 75 for SX
Average Rating:  
5 / 5
5 / 5

Our daily ritual.

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Ann
from Salem VA
Age:Over 65
PostedJanuary 27, 2021
We have enjoyed and benefitted for 3 years from our daily hot tub ritual.
Comfort:  
5 / 5
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Quality:  
5 / 5
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Ease of Water Care:  
5 / 5
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Energy Efficiency:  
5 / 5
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Value:  
5 / 5
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Review 76 for SX
Average Rating:  
1 / 5
1 / 5

Great Hot Tub

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Mattoxh
from South Carolina
Age:55-65
PostedJanuary 18, 2021
Our Hot Spot Tub has been great. From the purchase to the delivery we have been extremely satisfied. It is easy to maintain and always ready when we are, just push back the cover and press the jet control. I would purchase it again and certainly recommend to others. We opted for the 240 v connection instead of the 110 v, it will work on either. It has not been a problem but the heater does not work while the jets are on high. It maintains the temperature unless the temperature outside is below 30, it looses heat after 30 minutes. This can be corrected I understand by simply adjusting the control panel. I plan to call the dealer it just has not been a problem.
Comfort:  
1 / 5
1 / 5
Quality:  
1 / 5
1 / 5
Ease of Water Care:  
2 / 5
2 / 5
Energy Efficiency:  
2 / 5
2 / 5
Value:  
2 / 5
2 / 5
By Customer Service Hot Spring Chelsea ElamJanuary 25, 2021
Thank you for taking the time to review! I am happy to hear you are enjoying your new spa, and I hope it brings you many years of relaxation. Happy hot tubbing! hotspring_brand
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Review 77 for SX
Average Rating:  
5 / 5
5 / 5

What a spa!

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Irish
from Florida
Age:Over 65
PostedNovember 11, 2020
I bought this spa because of a serious injury to my back during a law enforcement career with a federal agency. It made a great difference and the therapeutic benefit is immeasurable. Thank you. KF
Comfort:  
5 / 5
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Quality:  
5 / 5
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Ease of Water Care:  
5 / 5
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Value:  
5 / 5
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Review 78 for SX
Average Rating:  
5 / 5
5 / 5

love this hot tub

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auntieleen
from montana
Age:Over 65
PostedOctober 27, 2020
My husband and myself are in our 70's and we live in a cold climate.
we love this spa to hop in and warm up before we go to bed. We sleep very well after using this.
Comfort:  
5 / 5
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Quality:  
5 / 5
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Ease of Water Care:  
5 / 5
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Energy Efficiency:  
5 / 5
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Value:  
5 / 5
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Response from HotSpringBy Customer CareNovember 3, 2020
We are so happy to hear that your hot tub helps improve your sleep! Thank you for your review.
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Review 79 for SX
Average Rating:  
5 / 5
5 / 5

Ahhhhh...

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Rick
from Antelope, CA
Age:Over 65
PostedSeptember 17, 2020
That was how my body reacted when I used my hot tub for the first time. I had a feeling that having a hot tub was a bit of an extravagance, but now I feel its a necessity...everyone should have one!
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Ease of Water Care:  
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Energy Efficiency:  
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Value:  
5 / 5
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Response from HotSpringBy Customer CareSeptember 18, 2020
Thank you for your review! We are happy to hear that your hot tub has become a part of your daily routine. We wish you many years of happy hot-tubbing to come!
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Review 80 for SX
Average Rating:  
4 / 5
4 / 5

GREAT SPA

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Cyndi
from Fairburn, GA
Age:45-54
PostedSeptember 17, 2020
This is a great spa but my electrical bill has doubled.
Comfort:  
4 / 5
4 / 5
Quality:  
4 / 5
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Ease of Water Care:  
4 / 5
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Energy Efficiency:  
1 / 5
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Value:  
4 / 5
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Response from HotSpringBy Customer CareSeptember 18, 2020
Thanks for your review. We appreciate your feedback!
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