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Inflatable spa Model S: 176 cm for 2 to 3 people
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The Model S is the compact size of a generic listing that also sells a larger Model L. At 176 cm across and rated for two or three people, it is one of the smallest tubs on the site. The appeal is a long feature list for the size: 180 air jets with three intensity levels, six LED colours plus a breathing mode, a circulation heater to 40 °C and a 72 hour auto shut-off, all run from one digital panel.
- Seats
- 2 to 3
- Outer size
- 176 cm
- Water capacity
- Not stated
- Jets
- 180 air
- Heater
- Circulation heater to 40 °C
In its favour
- The S model is listed at 176 cm and sized for two or three people.
- Three bubble intensity levels and six colour LED lights are listed.
- Two filter elements and a 72 hour auto shut-off are described.
Good to know
- Unbranded listing with no water litres or heater wattage.
- Wall material and cover insulation are not described.
Our take
Massage settings and lighting
The listing quotes 180 air jets and three adjustable intensity levels. That is more jets than the Lay-Z-Spa 60001 lists, though more jets does not always mean a stronger feel, since air bubble systems share one blower between them.
The LEDs cycle through six colours, and a breathing mode fades the light slowly. The listing calls them energy efficient but does not say whether they sit in the floor or the wall.
Heating range and safety cut-off
Temperature can be set between 20 and 40 °C on the panel. A 72 hour automatic shut-off is listed as a safety feature, which means the heater will not run unattended indefinitely. The heater rating in watts is not given, so it is not possible to estimate how long a fill will take to warm.
What the listing does not say
Because the listing covers both Model S and Model L, details are thin on the small one. There is no brand, no stated water capacity, no weight and no wall material. Two filter elements and a built-in pump for inflation are mentioned. No cover type is described in the bullets, so confirm one is included before ordering.
With so little published, this is a tub to buy for the features rather than the build quality, which simply cannot be judged from the listing.
Where it fits among small tubs
For two people who want lights on a small tub, the Model S and the SENODON bubble spa are the closest rivals, with the SENODON at least giving a capacity figure. The LADECNERHT 180 cm adds a drainage function and an insulated cover for a slightly larger footprint. Buyers who want brand support should look at the Lay-Z-Spa 60001.
Verdict
The Model S suits a couple who want lights and adjustable bubbles in a small, simple tub and accept that the listing leaves out key specifications. If you want a published capacity and a cover named in the box, the SENODON bubble spa is better documented, and for a known brand the Lay-Z-Spa 60001 is the safer route.
Compared with alternatives in: Best 2 to 4 person inflatable hot tubs
Amazon listing title: Portable Inflatable Hot Tub Spa with 180 Bubble Massage, Heats to 40°C/104°F, 6-Color LED Lights for Indoor/Outdoor Use