Best Inflatable Spas

If you’re looking for an inexpensive spa for relaxing, entertaining or for hydrotherapy, an inflatable spa is a viable option.

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There are three reasons people buy a hot tub - relaxing, entertaining and hydrotherapy. We’ve delved deep and done a lot of research into spas and what to look for. Here are some of the best available options for couples, large groups or just for one.

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Goplus Outdoor Inflatable Hot Tub

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 Best Overall 

This Goplus inflatable spa easily holds up to six people. Its round shape means everyone can lean back and relax comfortably without anyone being awkwardly in the corner. It comes with a filter that uses replaceable cartridges, and insulated ground cloth to help maintain the heat of the water, and a built-in hard water treatment system. There are bubble jets to give a soft massage to aching muscles and a heating system that caps water temperatures at a safe 104 degrees Fahrenheit. 

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Coleman SaluSpa Inflatable Hot Tub Spa

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 Best For Couples 

The Coleman SaluSpa is a large inflatable spa that holds up to four adults comfortably but is a great hot tub for just two. It is constructed with sturdy PVC material and I-beam construction to added support. It has jets directed in ways to reach your back, neck, and shoulders as you relax in its warm water. The digital controls make it easy to set the temperature and set the energy-saving timer that will shut off the heater after 72 hours to help you save money and energy. This portable spa is easy to grab a hold of a reposition after it is inflated. It comes with a pump to inflate and deflate quickly, and a cover 

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PureSpa 6-Person Inflatable Hot Tub

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 Best for Entertaining 

This portable spa inflates, fills and heats up quickly it can be ready to enjoy in about 20 minutes. It easily holds up to six adults and comes with headrests. The PureSpa is a great hot tub for entertaining and includes several high-powered jets and a water softening system to bring comfort and hydrate your skin. The jets and water temperatures are managed from the digital control panel. The system includes a ground cloth, insulated cover, carrying bag for storing, and two filter cartridges. 

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Tubble Adult Portable Home Spa

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 Best for One 

 This inflatable hot tub is perfect for one person to relax and can be used both inside and outside your home. It is made with several layers of PVC for support and can be used with both hot or cold water. This tub holds 60 gallons of water. It doesn‘t have a jet system, so it is safe to use oils, bath bombs, bubble bath or any other type of aromatherapy while you soak. The Tubble spa includes an air pump for quickly inflating the tub in under a minute. It comes with a cover and a cup holder, plus it includes a full year warranty to cover any manufacture defects. 

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Intex PureSpa

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 Best for Hydrotherapy 

For working out the stress and aches in your joints and muscles, the Intex 85in PureSpa set is a good choice. This inflatable spa includes air jets designed to create a deep, bubble massage, and because they are air jets rather than water jets, you can safely use aromatherapy including oils. It comes with both a filtration system and heating unit with a temperature range between 65 degrees and 104 degrees Fahrenheit. It holds 290 gallons of water and has a water softener built into the system. The Intex PureSpa comes with an insulated cover, thermal ground cloth, floating chlorine dispenser and test strips, and an air blower for inflating the spa 

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For most people, the Goplus outdoor inflatable tub is work. It has a lot of room to hold several people for entertaining, and an air jet system for creating a soft, bubble massage environment. It is built to give great support but it is also is easy to move around your backyard.

If you’re looking for a hot tub for hydrotherapy, check out the Intex PureSpa. This inflatable spa includes a jet system that supports aromatherapies, including oils, to help soothe and relax stiff joints and sore muscles.

Nikki Johnston
Special Project Writer

Nikki writes for multiple Future Publishing brands covering topics from antivirus to kitchen appliances to SAS. She has over 15 years of research and writing experience, including eight years of testing and reviewing consumer products. Nikki earned bachelor’s degrees in both English and Political Science with a focus on empirical research. In her spare time, Nikki serves as a member of several school councils and volunteers for a local arts board.