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bulmer4nc:
Any Sundance Optima or Artesian Piper Glen owners out there?

We're in the hunt for a spa and may have narrowed the search to either a Sundance Optima or an Artesian Piper Glen.  Anyone out there own either and can give some pros and cons?

So far, our big 'pro' for the Piper Glen is the 5 pumps (1 per corner seat and one for foot/whirlpool) and they are all variable speed.  There are 4 VERY good corner seats and we love how you can really control each seat and to get the fullest flow you don't need to take away from another seat with a diverter.

Big 'pro' for us with the Optima is the Air Jets.  There's something about that cold air that we both like.  They also seem to be more popular with many good things written about them.  It's much harder to find info on the Artesian.

Bottom line is that we like them both and didn't know if there was any other things we should consider if we were trying to pick between the two.

Ken

Mendocino101:
I am not sure if this will help you...I have heard owners say nothing but good things about the piper glen...however they are all newer owners....unsure if they hold up long term..as..I have also heard it said that those 4 or 5 pumps they use are almost like large fish tanks motors...again....I have only heard it said and do not know if it is accurate...but if they had any kind of amerage draw they would have to be very small.....if you like the piper glen...I would see for sure what type of motors they are using.....

SpaAngel:
Artesian Piper Glen owner here!!!!  Love it!!!!  Can't speak on the longevity of this spa, however, as we just got it installed last Fri.  So far so good (can't stay out of it -- and as a matter of fact, just got in from a good soak).  A true hydrotherapy spa.  Love the fact that we do not have to deal with many diverter valves (I say many, as there are two).  Also, this is probably the most quiet spa we wet-tested (IMHO).  One last thing -- the Piper Glen has below-water neck jets (which aids in keeping this lovely little spa quiet).

Like you, we were torn between the Sundance Cameo and this spa.  The deciding factor was actually the air jets on the Cameo lounger.  Got a stinging/burning sensation when legs rested on them.  I have read other posts where people state they love the air jets, and some people choose to not use them at all.

I think you can't go wrong with either spa -- so make a decision already and get soaking!   :)

Brewman:
Optima owner here.  Have the tub just past a year, and so far are happy.  Never heard of your other model, so I cant be of help there.  I'd be happy to answer any specific Optima questions you may have.  

doodoo:
Optima owner here too. Also never heard of the other brand. Love the Optima and can't seem to get enough of it.  I strongly recommend that you wet test both a number of times and decide which is more comfortable for you.

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