Best products from r/hottub
We found 23 comments on r/hottub discussing the most recommended products. We ran sentiment analysis on each of these comments to determine how redditors feel about different products. We found 20 products and ranked them based on the amount of positive reactions they received. Here are the top 20.
1. Superior Pump 91250 Utility Pump, 1/4 HP, Black
- 1/4 HP Utility pump moves up to 1,800 gallons per hour; pump will lift water up to 25' of vertical height
- Tough thermoplastic construction; 10' cord length
- 1-1/4 inch NPT discharge for high capacity pumping; includes 3/4 inch garden hose adapter
- Removable suction screen and handles up to 1/8 inch solids
- Superior Pumps are Built to Last, engineered with quality components and are 100% factory tested
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2. Digital PH Meter, PH Meter 0.01 PH High Accuracy Water Quality Tester with 0-14 PH Measurement Range for Household Drinking, Pool and Aquarium Water PH Tester Design with ATC
- [✔Wide Use]Ideal for home or laboratory use, drinking water, swimming pools, aquarium, fish tank, RO system or hydroponics.
- [✔High accuracy]pH meter has a sensitive electrode sensor, simply press "ON", It only takes a few seconds for your result to appear on screen,read accurate pH levels.
- [✔Automatic Temperature Compensation]The pH tester has ATC function, so it can be adjusted according to water temperature to give pH readings almost instantly.
- [✔Easy to Calibrate]Use "Calibration Buffer Powder" to calibrate the tester with one button. pH tester bright backlit LCD display, you can still see even in low visibility situations.
- [✔User Friendly]Comes with protective case, lightweight, handheld design for portability and convenience. What You Get: 1x PH meter, 1x user manual, 2x 1.5V LR44 button cells(build-in), 3x pH Buffer Powders.
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3. Taylor 9265 Magnetic Stirrer Speedstir Start-Up Pack w/ Stir Bar + Batteries
- 30-Day VMInnovations Warranty [1]: http://www.taylortechnologies.com/products_choose_slideshow.asp?PartNumber=9265
- Part Number: **9265**
- Product Condition: Open Package
- [Demo Video][1]
- Includes stirrer, stir bar, sample tube, and batteries
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4. Saltron Mini Salt System Drop-In Saltwater Chlorine Generator for Hot Tubs & Swim Spas - up to 2000 Gallons
- CONVERT ANY HOT TUB TO A SALTWATER SYSTEM: This salt-based spa system produces a pure form of chlorine by electrolysis of natural salt (NaCl). Salt is converted to chlorine to do its work, then the chlorine recycles back to salt. The concentration of salt needed is small (less salinity than tears).
- EFFECTIVE SANITATION: Produces chlorine from electrolysis of natural salt, for a sanitary hot tub experience. Test chlorine weekly; adjust timer accordingly for great results (don't exceed 3.0-4.0 PPM).
- SIMPLE TO INSTALL: Plug in the controller above ground and out of water, while immersing the chlorinator cell in water. For hot tubs and swim spas up to 2000 gallons. Cell holder included, for storage while bathing.
- ULTRA-LOW ENERGY CONSUMPTION: Built-in timer/controller with LED indicators. The titanium cell is the most reliable power system available. 6' (72 inch) power cord; 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 0.2A. 12' (144 inch) cell cable; output: 5 VDC 2A. 1-year warranty. Replacement cells sold separately.
- FOR YOUR HOT TUB SPA: Nothing else keeps your water clean like the Saltron MINI.
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5. Hot Spring Freshwater Portable Spa Test Strips
- 【Simple】Very easy to install, make your home look more classy
- 【Strong】Made of eco-friendly premium PA66 material, clips with strong 3M VHB black tape
- 【Quantity】clips 40pcs with VHB tape 45pcs
- 【Durable】Worked great for cable management,fixed your various wires, network cable, TV-coax cable, USB cords, Cell phone chargers ect.
- 【Suitable】Use a wide range, such as home, office, and many other places you wish to keep the cables organized.
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6. 3M 05206 Marine Adhesive/Sealant 5200, White / 1 oz.
- Permanent bonding – above and below the waterline
- Industry standard for over 50 years
- Offers extended working time
- Achieves handling strength in 48 hours
- Tough and flexible polyurethane polymer forms strong bonds
- Capable of retaining strong bonds during vibration, swelling, shrinking or shock
- High performance polyurethane adhesive/sealant becomes tack-free in 48 hours, cures completely in 5-7 days
- Strong seal retains strength above or below the water line
- Excellent resistence to weathering and saltwater
- Marine, general industrial
- Bonding, attaching and assembling
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7. BlueFire Semi-Rigid Flexible Wireless Endoscope IP67 Waterproof WiFi Borescope 2 MP HD Resolutions Inspection Camera Snake Camera for Android and iOS Smartphone, iPhone, Samsung, iPad, Tablet (33FT)
【WIDELY COMPATIABLE】 This is the latest wireless endoscope design at the moment, unlike other traditional endoscopes on the market, this wifi endoscope camera can support both Android smartphone(Above Android 4.4) and iPhone IOS system(Above IOS 8.0).【SEMI-RIGID CABLE】 The semi-rigid cable i...
8. Metaltex Rolling Cart Siena
- The Siena Rolling Cart, designed by Metaltex with a new patented assembling system, three baskets and a plastic coating.
- LDPE coating 3 baskets 4 revolving wheels.
- Measure: 41 x 23 x 60cm
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9. Silk Balance Clean Start
- Works in 30 minutes or less! Fast, Powerful and Safe
- Clean Start purges the plumbing system and hot tub accessories to clean away slime and sludge in your hot tub jets and lines.
- Strongest and Safest Formula - Guaranteed
- Our innovative proprietary formula is unmatched and all you need for a total hot tub detox that is safe to use at every drain and refill.
- Pre-measured: 1 bottle/1 dose - simple and safe - no mess
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10. Coleman SaluSpa Inflatable Hot Tub Spa, Green & White
- ENJOY THE ULTIMATE SPA EXPERIENCE: Nothing beats the feeling of sinking into a warm, bubbling hot tub after a long, hard day while jets project bubbles to massage your back, neck, and shoulders.
- EASY TO OPERATE: The digital control panel lets you dictate the water temperature (up to 104 degrees Fahrenheit) and pressure of the jets. A power saving timer can even automate the temperature of the spa up to 72 hours prior to save energy and money.
- DURABLE & INNOVATIVE CONSTRUCTION: The spa's durable PVC material and I-beam construction offer superior strength and stability while ensuring your hot tub never loses its shape.
- SIMPLE SETUP & MAINTENANCE: No extra tools are needed to setup This portable spa. Simply inflate and deflate with the included pump! A cover comes with for an extra Safety feature, maintain the water's warm temperature, and prevent debris from getting in the tub.
- BENEFITS OF A PORTABLE HOT TUB: With lift handles, the spa can be moved around with ease. This spa deflates compactly for optimal storage and transportation purposes.
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11. Taylor K1515A Drop Test Swimming Pool Free & Combined Chlorine FAS DPD Test Kit
- Keep your swimming pool, hot tub, or spa safe with this convenient testing kit
- Find out the chlorine level of your pool easily and safely
- Includes tests for available chlorine, free chlorine, total chlorine
- Easy-to-read instructions are provided to ensure correct results
- Includes .75-ounce reagents and a heavy duty carrying case
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12. Silicone Grease - 2oz
- Helps increase life of rubber products
- Ideal for use with o-ring seals
- Conditions and permeates rubber surface
- Food grade silicone grease
- Great for: Camera Seals, Flexible Gasket, Air Regulator Rebuilds, Dive Lights, Dive Computers, Metal Detectors and More.
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13. Leisure Time 45410A pH Balance Plus Spa and Hot Tub Water Care, 3.25 lbs
- BENEFITS: Prevents pH drift
- USE: Use this product each time you refill your spa with water; One bottle treats up to 500 gallons of water
- COMPATIBILITY: Works with chlorine, bromine, ozone and mineral purification systems; Designed for use in hard water areas (calcium levels above 150 ppm)
- FEATURES: Fast Dissolving, easy to use granular formula;
- INCLUDES: One 3.25-lb bottle of Leisure Time pH Balance Plus
- Designed for use in hard water areas
- Fast dissolving
- Compatible with chlorine or bromine sanitizers.
- Fast Dissolving, easy to use granular formula
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14. Camco 40045 TastePURE Inline RV Water Filter, Greatly Reduces Bad Taste, Odors, Chlorine and Sediment in Drinking Water (2 Pack)
- Safe Water Matters: GAC (Granular Activated Carbon) filtration greatly reduces bad taste, odor, chlorine, and sediment; Large Capacity Filtration: Each large capacity in line water filter lasts an average of 3 months—for a total of 6 months filtration.
- Multiple Uses: Can be attached to any standard gardening or water hose to provide healthier drinking water and cleaner water overall; Great for RVs, boats, campers, pets, gardening and much more.
- 20-Micron Sediment Filter: Removes particles greater than 20 microns; Protects: KDF provides protection against undesirable growth while filter is stored or not in use.
- Compliant with all Federal and State Level Lead-Free Laws: CSA lead-free content certified to NSF/ANSI 372 and compliant with all federal and state level lead-free laws.
- Made in the USA: Product is made in the USA.
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15. PowerTech 12 Gauge 25 Foot Yellow Extension Cord - with GFCI
- The Dragon Stars Series is comprised of highly detailed and articulated figures from Dragon Ball Super
- Standing tall at 6.5“, having 16 or more points of articulation, and a set of additional hands, these figures can be posed in over 9,000 positions
- Characters in Series 1 includes: Super Saiyan Goku, Vegeta, Beerus, Super Saiyan Vegeta, Frieza, and Goku
- Each figure also includes a buildable piece that can be combined to form the legendary dragon Shenron, when all 6 are collected
- Premium collector’s packaging
- Each figure sold separately
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16. Spa Choice 472-3-5071 Seal a Leak Minor Cracks and Leaks Repairing Solution for Spas and Hot Tubs, 1-Pint
Repairs Minor Cracks and LeaksIf leak location unknown, add seal a leak to the skimmerIf leak location known, pour directly into the water at the area of leakStops Leaks Within 24 HoursDownloadable User Guide Available Under Product Information: Technical Specifications
17. Oh Yuk Healthy Hot Tub Cleaner 16 Ounces
From the Creators of Oh Yuk Jetted Tub Cleaner Comes a Great New Cleaner for Your Hot Tub!Improves Water Quality and Clarity!Removes Contaminants and Improves Filtration!Extends the Life of Your Equipment!Reduces Chemical Usage, Foaming, and Removes Nasty Residues!
18. Guardian Max Clear PRO Hot Tub Spa Pool Garden Hose Carbon Pre Filter- Removes Most Chlorine Sediment Volatile Organic compounds - Up to 10,000 gallons
PRO Active carbon garden hose pre-filter Filters up to 10,000 gallonsMany uses - filling pools, spas, hot tubs, and ponds, outdoor pet baths, spot-free car washes, watering gardens & moreStandard hose fitting at top and BottomRemove heavy metals & other contaminants before they get in your pool, spa...
19. SILICONE CAULK RMVR 3OZ by MCKANICA MfrPartNo 0354
- 3 oz squeeze tube.
- Also removes industrial silicone fillers and adhesives.
- 1 tube
- Dimensions: 1" L x 8" H x 4" D.
- Great Gift Idea.
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20. 6560-860, Sundance Spas - Hot Tub Flow Switch
- Sundance Spas Flow Switch with Bypass 6560-860
- Original Sundance Spa Parts. No generics
- Flow Switch with transparent tee 3/4" barb with a 3/8" barb off the side
- 3/4" barb replaces part # 6560-858
- Flow Switch used on Sundance Spas 800/850/880 Series Spas, 1999 - Present
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I like the filter swap idea. Did your master come with the filter cleaner adapter for the hose? If not, it is a plastic $5 part. Works perfect for cleaning filters, way faster than a nozzle attachment.
I think I bought something like this for a pH meter: https://www.amazon.com/Accuracy-Measurement-Household-Drinking-2020-Yellow/dp/B08197LX6H/ref=mp_s_a_1_8?keywords=ph+meter&qid=1574834052&sr=8-8
Just make sure to soak the meter sensor in distilled water for 30 seconds before you put it away.
Amazed at how cheap these are now. I am a science teacher, and meters like this used to cost five times that much just a little bit ago.
Happy soaking.
I agree with the other response you got pointing to the Pool / Spa forum. Trouble Free Pool forum is also a good one.
I will point out that the test kit they linked to doesn't include CYA tests.
This test kit does: https://www.amazon.com/TAYLOR-TECHNOLOGIES-INC-K-2006-CHLORINE/dp/B004BGF7TI/
the next step up from that is the king daddy kit that I highly recommend:
https://tftestkits.net/test-kits-c4/
Unless money is really tight, to yourself a favor and get this. You won't regret it:
https://www.amazon.com/Magnetic-Stirrer-Speedstir-Start-Up-Batteries/dp/B004BGPC5W
Finally, these are very helpful in understanding the state of your water, and what you should do to get it in range if it is out of range:
https://app.poolcalculator.com/
or if you want a mobile app, install "Pool Math" by Trouble Free Pool (TFP).
I think you're right to do it as cheaply as possible (while getting the features you actually care about). It's not a financial investment, but it is a quality of life improvement.
So re: salt system. I'm ALL ABOUT salt now with my above ground pool (and my previous inground pool at my old house). I'm adding the Saltron Mini Salt System to my existing Masterspa. It is $240. Plus like, $2 of salt. Admittedly, you have to take the little generator out when you use the tub... but that's sooooo much better than having to remember to add chlorine every week. Also going to be adding boric acid to get my borates to 40-50ppm.
It is way easier than you are making it out to be honestly. We bought one about 3 yrs ago and I was in your spot and I seriously got it dialed in really fast. This is what I use to test water every couple days:
https://www.amazon.com/Hot-Spring-Freshwater-Portable-Strips/dp/B00ASYBBWO
I would say here is great place to get questions answered honestly but there is also some forums too. Don't let chemicals scare you it is really easy to do you will see and will look back and say why did I even worry about it :)
You can buy/borrow a snake camera like this:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073ZFC59R
Maybe that will help you determine where that pipe goes? Otherwise there are PVC leak kits that are better than flex seal:
https://www.amazon.com/3M-05206-Marine-Adhesive-Sealant/dp/B0000AY6DG/
Good luck!
Ours is sort of enclosed, so quite a few options, wall hooks, couch. Mostly we have them all stored on and in a grocery type trolley thing. Small, light and thin enough with wheels. Something like that might be an option to consider if you need the hight while in the tub, and want to have some levels to store more or other items.
Edit, I lie, not a grocery trolley, better search for vegetable trolley lol ... Something like this - Metaltex Siena Rolling Cart, Plastic Coated, 3 Baskets https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B004DMZ9HA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_IS0YDbMXYVDDG
There will be other options like higher ones, 4 shelf , wood etc.
Try using a spa cleaner like Silk Balance Clean Start for a deep clean. It will flush out all the plumbing. Remove all pillows and filters, dump the whole bottle in and run the jets for as long as you can and turn the diverter valves periodically to really flush everything out. Wipe off the scum line, drain the spa and try using a shop vac on all of the jets to really get ALL of the water out, then refill.
Clean Start https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00UM5O9FU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_esfWDbB1HG5Q3
OK but the black one seems to be smaller no?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01F46511M/ref=s9u_simh_gw_i1?ie=UTF8&fpl=fresh&pd_rd_i=B01F46511M&pd_rd_r=5XHYQZHE3JW774Z86VB1&pd_rd_w=IY40N&pd_rd_wg=hW9TS&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=&pf_rd_r=PMSZCQ1A8AHAV7YCBVE3&pf_rd_t=36701&pf_rd_p=781f4767-b4d4-466b-8c26-2639359664eb&pf_rd_i=desktop
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NB3P98G/ref=s9u_simh_gw_i2?ie=UTF8&fpl=fresh&pd_rd_i=B00NB3P98G&pd_rd_r=22SZT08HFBP3D3FY63F1&pd_rd_w=x2mIu&pd_rd_wg=M2tID&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=&pf_rd_r=ZQHQ1S53RH68B14A1TJ5&pf_rd_t=36701&pf_rd_p=781f4767-b4d4-466b-8c26-2639359664eb&pf_rd_i=desktop
Sounds promising for the green one at least... thanks for the follow up!
Probably an easy fix. Drain it, get the new gasket in there, and use a silicone grease like this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000DCVZL?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage
What she said. This one works great for us: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000X05G1A/
It sounds like since your alkalinity and pH are both really high you need to get that in check first. Here’s what I was taught and it works well for me.
My pH and Alkalinity levels rarely go out of range now, and it’s usually when I add additional water, because my tap water is so hard. Then I just repeat steps 1-2.
Want to make your tub even more therapeutic? go salt water? usually between 2500 and 3000ppm about the same salt as what is in human tears. then use a chlorine generator . it creates small amounts of Chlorine gas from the Chloride in Sodium Chloride (salt) and then after it sanitizes it turns back into salt. no buying chlorine granules, you just drop it in your tub when you leave. I use this generator https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005QC5UZ2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
also when you go to fill your tub put one of these on the end of your tub https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0024E6V30/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I rarely have to add any chems to my tub just about once a month adjust the PH but that's it . I used to have to reset my tub (empty and fresh refill) once ever 3-4 months . now i do it once every 6-9 months and that's just because. I could probably go a year without any issue.
Before you drain. You pour in a hot tub purge and run the jets for a while. Then drain. There are other brands, but we use Oh Yuk
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B012GNCI44/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_HfgRDbTD39X2J
the sediment will filter out, but you can buy threaded filter adaptors that filter out sediment, metals, and minerals.
https://www.amazon.com/Guardian-Chlorine-Sediment-Volatile-compounds/dp/B07NVV2MH8/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?keywords=hose+filter+for+filling+hot+tub&qid=1574993650&sprefix=hose+filter&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzMVlZWlVVWUtKN1dPJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNjUzNDkyMkoyTElPNkpTU000NSZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMDcwNjYxMVhFQjdXQ0w5MURMVyZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX3Bob25lX3NlYXJjaF9hdGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl
Have you tried seal a leak
Yes, check valves etc. It was a definitely a unit "death" as after 7 months, my hot tub breaker kept flipping and by process of elimination, it was the Ozone generator causing the problem. Disconnected it and no more breaker flips. Connected it again, breaker immediately flipped. Spoke to manufacturer and they said that means it's dead.
And yes, I meant flow switch (the little reed sensor that's inline with the flow). Right after that, there's a little port. Why is that wrong? it's literally in my spa hot tub manual as the point of connection?
What is that port for?
https://www.amazon.com/6560-860-Sundance-Spas-Jacuzzi-Switch/dp/B0031B6Y9G/ref=asc_df_B0031B6Y9G/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=167126215582&hvpos=1o2&hvnetw=g&hvrand=15249422066160976126&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9030963&hvtargid=aud-801738734305:pla-338035636044&psc=1