6 person hot tubs

How much space a 6 seater hot tub needs

The 6 six-seater outdoor hot tubs run from 200 cm in width for the Hot tub BL-816 up to 245 cm for the Hot tub BL-882, which is the longest of the group and extends as a rectangle rather than a square. In between sit the Hot tub BL-801, the Hot tub BL-866, the Hot tub BL-865 and the Hot tub BL-831. The gap between the smallest and the largest is over two square metres, and in a garden of ordinary size that shows. Height changes too: from 86 cm on the Hot tub BL-816 to 110 cm on the Hot tub BL-882, which is deeper and allows immersion up to the shoulders. Allow 50-60 cm free on every accessible side for maintenance.

Why one 6 seater hot tub can cost twice as much as another

Between the Hot tub BL-801 at € 6.089 and the Hot tub BL-882 at € 12.678 there are over six thousand euro, for the same number of seats. The difference is not in how many people fit, but in three things: water capacity, which nearly doubles from one end of the range to the other; hydromassage, from 29 to 57 jets; and the depth of the shell. The Hot tub BL-831 carries 57 jets and is the most complete on the massage side; the Hot tub BL-882 instead goes for the largest and deepest shell of the group. The Hot tub BL-801, the most accessible, is still a complete outdoor hot tub with Balboa electronics, chromotherapy and Bluetooth audio: the base specification does not change from model to model, what changes is size and hydromassage intensity.

Weight and where it can be installed

Empty weights run from 295 kg on the Hot tub BL-816 to 510 kg on the Hot tub BL-882. With water the weight more than doubles, because every litre adds a kilo: from a little over one tonne to more than two tonnes, before counting the bathers. On a concrete base at ground level there is no issue. On a terrace, a floor slab or a raised deck a structural engineer's survey is required before purchase: these are indicative figures, and actual load-bearing capacity must be verified case by case. All models can be positioned above ground, partially recessed or fully recessed, and are specified as suitable for both outdoor and indoor use.

What the specification includes

Every six-seater hot tub arrives as a single unit, already tested, with an Aristech® acrylic shell made in USA on a self-supporting frame and a Balboa Systems® TP600 control panel. Standard equipment: chromotherapy, Bluetooth audio system with integrated speakers and ozone steriliser. Standard supply is single-phase 220/240 V, with three-phase 380 V on request. Warranty is 2 years and products are CE compliant. Available accessories include thermal cover, steps, handrail, RGB LED lighting, fountain jets, wi-fi module and heat exchanger.

Frequently asked questions about 6 seater hot tubs

Is the tub heated? Yes. The Balboa heater brings the water up to 39 °C and holds the set temperature all year round, including outdoors in winter. With the thermal cover closed, the running cost of holding temperature drops substantially.

Can it go indoors? Yes, all models are specified as suitable for indoor use. You need a floor drain, adequate ventilation to handle the humidity produced and a floor verified for the weights given above.

Is it rigid or inflatable? Rigid. Aristech® acrylic shell on a self-supporting frame, PVC exterior. It is not an inflatable product: it stays installed all year and is not dismantled in winter.

How much does a 6 person outdoor hot tub cost? The 6 models in the range run from € 6.089 to € 12.678. Shipping is quoted separately because it is handled by a specialist carrier and depends on the destination.

How often does the water need changing? Around every thirty days, thanks to the paper filtration system. The cartridge should be rinsed regularly and replaced roughly once a year: it is not a job that requires a technician.