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need some first time advice!
Hottubguy:
--- Quote from: HT34 on August 06, 2018, 03:41:07 pm ---I'm not sure what your budget is, but based on those 3 brands and looking at a "middle of the road" tub, then I would assume the bullfrog will be the most expensive. No one can really give you a price because in one state X tub can be $10,000, while in a different state that same X tub is $8,500...you just have to call or go there in person and ask. But I can give you an example of the middle of the road tubs from each brand and tell you what I got quoted for because I am cross-shopping these exact brands, and for the middle of the road tubs, too.
These prices are with what I wanted added in as options and WITHOUT tax. Most options I chose where the inline sanitation (if available), full foam, environments steps (Marquis only) and cover lift...no ozonator, stereo system, upgraded lighting etc.
Marquis - Vector21 V84 ($7,900)
e series 750 ($7,900)
Artesian - Island Captiva (not elite) ($8,200)
South Seas 748B ($6,600)
Bullfrog - R6 ($9,300)
R7 ($10,600)
I also prefer these 3 brands you are looking at to Sundance, Hot Springs, Jacuzzi, etc....just my opinion. Also, of the 3 brands you are looking at, the Marquis and Artesian will have a stronger shell compared to bullfrog.
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Just for curiosity sake why do you think the Marquis and Artesian will have a stronger shell then a BF? I have only seen that mentioned on one other website before and the website has all kinds of inaccuracies on Marquis on it even though Marquis is one of his favorite tubs. I’m a Marquis dealer so I have no dog in the fight with Bullfrog. Just wondering why you feel that way
HT34:
--- Quote from: Hottubguy on August 06, 2018, 07:42:36 pm ---
--- Quote from: HT34 on August 06, 2018, 03:41:07 pm ---I'm not sure what your budget is, but based on those 3 brands and looking at a "middle of the road" tub, then I would assume the bullfrog will be the most expensive. No one can really give you a price because in one state X tub can be $10,000, while in a different state that same X tub is $8,500...you just have to call or go there in person and ask. But I can give you an example of the middle of the road tubs from each brand and tell you what I got quoted for because I am cross-shopping these exact brands, and for the middle of the road tubs, too.
These prices are with what I wanted added in as options and WITHOUT tax. Most options I chose where the inline sanitation (if available), full foam, environments steps (Marquis only) and cover lift...no ozonator, stereo system, upgraded lighting etc.
Marquis - Vector21 V84 ($7,900)
e series 750 ($7,900)
Artesian - Island Captiva (not elite) ($8,200)
South Seas 748B ($6,600)
Bullfrog - R6 ($9,300)
R7 ($10,600)
I also prefer these 3 brands you are looking at to Sundance, Hot Springs, Jacuzzi, etc....just my opinion. Also, of the 3 brands you are looking at, the Marquis and Artesian will have a stronger shell compared to bullfrog.
--- End quote ---
Just for curiosity sake why do you think the Marquis and Artesian will have a stronger shell then a BF? I have only seen that mentioned on one other website before and the website has all kinds of inaccuracies on Marquis on it even though Marquis is one of his favorite tubs. I’m a Marquis dealer so I have no dog in the fight with Bullfrog. Just wondering why you feel that way
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It's self supporting, where the bullfrog has supports. It's that simple. It's like anything, if something needs supports it doesn't have enough of strength to support what is going in/on it. Especially for a hot tub, i want the strongest i can get. A hot tub with water and 4-6 adults is going to be easily over 2 tons. I don't know for a FACT which one will outlast which, but in theory something self supported vs supported seems better built...yes/no? Maybe I'm wrong? Again my opinion.
I will be honest...i all but eliminated bullfrog from my list. I think it is a good tub, no doubt. But WAY overpriced. I have seen inside all 3 of these companies tubs, and i honestly think the artesian and marquis are hands down a better tub....period.
Who are you referring to in your post that you heard this from before?
I have been to jacuzzi, sundance, caldera and hot springs dealers, too. Again, some nice tubs, but WAY overpriced. I don't work for anyone or am biased towards any company. I am looking to buy soon and have been shopping hardcore the past couple of months and just sharing my opinion on what i think of these companies. It's just like buying a car....but harder.
ratking20:
thanks for all the info. hottubguy> which model are you leaning towards. i am in the very beginning of my search and am in no hurry at all. but the one that stands out to me as a must try right now is the artesian island series. just from a price, features, and review standpoint. hopefully i get to try out many. how do u feel on the stainless jets? do these models come standard with them, do u think they are worth the upgrade?
Tman122:
--- Quote from: HT34 on August 06, 2018, 08:33:56 pm ---
--- Quote from: Hottubguy on August 06, 2018, 07:42:36 pm ---
--- Quote from: HT34 on August 06, 2018, 03:41:07 pm ---I'm not sure what your budget is, but based on those 3 brands and looking at a "middle of the road" tub, then I would assume the bullfrog will be the most expensive. No one can really give you a price because in one state X tub can be $10,000, while in a different state that same X tub is $8,500...you just have to call or go there in person and ask. But I can give you an example of the middle of the road tubs from each brand and tell you what I got quoted for because I am cross-shopping these exact brands, and for the middle of the road tubs, too.
These prices are with what I wanted added in as options and WITHOUT tax. Most options I chose where the inline sanitation (if available), full foam, environments steps (Marquis only) and cover lift...no ozonator, stereo system, upgraded lighting etc.
Marquis - Vector21 V84 ($7,900)
e series 750 ($7,900)
Artesian - Island Captiva (not elite) ($8,200)
South Seas 748B ($6,600)
Bullfrog - R6 ($9,300)
R7 ($10,600)
I also prefer these 3 brands you are looking at to Sundance, Hot Springs, Jacuzzi, etc....just my opinion. Also, of the 3 brands you are looking at, the Marquis and Artesian will have a stronger shell compared to bullfrog.
--- End quote ---
Just for curiosity sake why do you think the Marquis and Artesian will have a stronger shell then a BF? I have only seen that mentioned on one other website before and the website has all kinds of inaccuracies on Marquis on it even though Marquis is one of his favorite tubs. I’m a Marquis dealer so I have no dog in the fight with Bullfrog. Just wondering why you feel that way
--- End quote ---
It's self supporting, where the bullfrog has supports. It's that simple. It's like anything, if something needs supports it doesn't have enough of strength to support what is going in/on it. Especially for a hot tub, i want the strongest i can get. A hot tub with water and 4-6 adults is going to be easily over 2 tons. I don't know for a FACT which one will outlast which, but in theory something self supported vs supported seems better built...yes/no? Maybe I'm wrong? Again my opinion.
I will be honest...i all but eliminated bullfrog from my list. I think it is a good tub, no doubt. But WAY overpriced. I have seen inside all 3 of these companies tubs, and i honestly think the artesian and marquis are hands down a better tub....period.
Who are you referring to in your post that you heard this from before?
I have been to jacuzzi, sundance, caldera and hot springs dealers, too. Again, some nice tubs, but WAY overpriced. I don't work for anyone or am biased towards any company. I am looking to buy soon and have been shopping hardcore the past couple of months and just sharing my opinion on what i think of these companies. It's just like buying a car....but harder.
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If brand a has a self supporting shell and brand b doesn't yet both have a lifetime warranty on the shell is one better than the other?
HT34:
--- Quote from: Tman122 on August 06, 2018, 09:12:03 pm ---
--- Quote from: HT34 on August 06, 2018, 08:33:56 pm ---
--- Quote from: Hottubguy on August 06, 2018, 07:42:36 pm ---
--- Quote from: HT34 on August 06, 2018, 03:41:07 pm ---I'm not sure what your budget is, but based on those 3 brands and looking at a "middle of the road" tub, then I would assume the bullfrog will be the most expensive. No one can really give you a price because in one state X tub can be $10,000, while in a different state that same X tub is $8,500...you just have to call or go there in person and ask. But I can give you an example of the middle of the road tubs from each brand and tell you what I got quoted for because I am cross-shopping these exact brands, and for the middle of the road tubs, too.
These prices are with what I wanted added in as options and WITHOUT tax. Most options I chose where the inline sanitation (if available), full foam, environments steps (Marquis only) and cover lift...no ozonator, stereo system, upgraded lighting etc.
Marquis - Vector21 V84 ($7,900)
e series 750 ($7,900)
Artesian - Island Captiva (not elite) ($8,200)
South Seas 748B ($6,600)
Bullfrog - R6 ($9,300)
R7 ($10,600)
I also prefer these 3 brands you are looking at to Sundance, Hot Springs, Jacuzzi, etc....just my opinion. Also, of the 3 brands you are looking at, the Marquis and Artesian will have a stronger shell compared to bullfrog.
--- End quote ---
Just for curiosity sake why do you think the Marquis and Artesian will have a stronger shell then a BF? I have only seen that mentioned on one other website before and the website has all kinds of inaccuracies on Marquis on it even though Marquis is one of his favorite tubs. I’m a Marquis dealer so I have no dog in the fight with Bullfrog. Just wondering why you feel that way
--- End quote ---
It's self supporting, where the bullfrog has supports. It's that simple. It's like anything, if something needs supports it doesn't have enough of strength to support what is going in/on it. Especially for a hot tub, i want the strongest i can get. A hot tub with water and 4-6 adults is going to be easily over 2 tons. I don't know for a FACT which one will outlast which, but in theory something self supported vs supported seems better built...yes/no? Maybe I'm wrong? Again my opinion.
I will be honest...i all but eliminated bullfrog from my list. I think it is a good tub, no doubt. But WAY overpriced. I have seen inside all 3 of these companies tubs, and i honestly think the artesian and marquis are hands down a better tub....period.
Who are you referring to in your post that you heard this from before?
I have been to jacuzzi, sundance, caldera and hot springs dealers, too. Again, some nice tubs, but WAY overpriced. I don't work for anyone or am biased towards any company. I am looking to buy soon and have been shopping hardcore the past couple of months and just sharing my opinion on what i think of these companies. It's just like buying a car....but harder.
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If brand a has a self supporting shell and brand b doesn't yet both have a lifetime warranty on the shell is one better than the other?
--- End quote ---
Yes, again IMO, brand A has a better shell. For the end user it won't be relevant because of the warranty. However, if something happens to the shell, then the user has a headache on their hands.
Why don't we all agree to disagree and not hijack the OP's thread.
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