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Best cheap hot tub deals for March 2021

This post first appeared on The Angle.

A hot tub is a good option if you’re looking to add some luxury to your yard — even an inflatable hot tub would do. The best cheap hot tubs are relaxing, good for achy muscles, and can also be the life of the party. Hot tub deals aren’t something that you hear about every day — in fact, most people either don’t think they can afford one or can’t justify it as a reasonable purchase. However, there are health and other benefits to soaking in a hot tub, and it is possible to find some cheap hot tubs out there. Check out the best hot tub deals that we’ve found below.

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How To Choose A Hot Tub

When it comes to choosing the right hot tub, there are many factors to consider, and it can be tough to sift through all of the information out there. If you are a first-time hot tub buyer, you’ll need to determine how often you’ll use the tub and for what. The decisions will be a bit easier if you are replacing an old hot tub, but there have been many improvements in materials, features, and styles since the last time you hot tub shopped.

The main thing to consider is where the hot tub is going to go. Indoor and outdoor hot tubs are built differently because outdoor hot tubs will need to withstand the changing climates outside. Indoor hot tubs don’t need to have the same thermal properties and build quality as outdoor hot tubs, but you will need to make sure that the hot tub will fit through the doorways and hallways on the way to its final location.

Once you’ve decided where the hot tub will end up, you need to be sure the surface is level and stable. A poured concrete patio or solid deck is a good place for a hot tub. On the other hand, paving stones are not a great location because they can shift over time and cause structural problems for the hot tub’s frame. You will also need power and water for your hot tub, so you should put it somewhere conveniently located for both. Proper voltage and wiring to power the tub and a water source nearby will help fill the tub. Since you will probably have to drain and refill the tub a few times a year, a place with proper drainage is also helpful.

The next thing to determine is the size, and this comes down to how many people will be using the hot tub regularly. Sure, you will have times when you have people over, and there will be more bodies in the hot tub, but ultimately this decision comes down to how many people in your household will be using the hot tub. The power source may also be a determining factor in the size of your hot tub. If you are equipped with 100v, then you may end up getting a smaller tub or a tub with less power unless you want to hire an electrician to rewire an outlet for a larger hot tub.

There are also several reasons to get a hot tub, which can determine what kind and size of tub you purchase. Recreation, fitness, stress management, medical treatment, and relaxation are excellent reasons to invest in a hot tub. For example, if you are getting a hot tub for fitness purposes, you may want to get a swim spa or a tub with built-in exercise equipment. If you are most interested in hydrotherapy, you’ll be most concerned with temperature controls and the variety of jets.

Your budget will also play a role in deciding which hot tub to get. Though we’ve found a bunch of cheap hot tubs, you can go all out and spend thousands of dollars on one if you are able. You may want to have a portable hot tub to take on camping or ski trips if you travel a lot. Ultimately, which hot tub you purchase depends on what you will use it for, how many people will be in it regularly, and your desired features.

Nate Swanner
Former Digital Trends Contributor
Nate is General Manager for all not-Digital-Trends properties at DTMG, including The Manual, Digital Trends en Espanol…
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