Intex PureSpa Plus Inflatable Hot Tub Setup and Review
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- Опубликовано: 29 июн 2024
- Welcome to the Intex PureSpa Plus Inflatable Hot Tub Setup and Review. We give a detailed review of the Intex PureSpa Plus, providing you with our honest thoughts and feedback on this inflatable hot tub. (This hot tub has been rebranded to the PureSpa Greystone Deluxe -- it is still VERY similar to the new PureSpa Plus [June 2024])
We will be doing a comparative review of the new PureSpa Plus v.s. PureSpa Greystone Deluxe here soon :) Please comment with any questions of the two tubs!
If you're interested in this product check the following link:
💦 (Renamed June 2024 ~ PureSpa Greystone Deluxe) amzn.to/3T1b7cs
💦 (NEW Intex PureSpa Plus) amzn.to/4c5uj10
For Salt: amzn.to/3t8qbvQ
Links are Amazon Affiliate Links.
00:00 Introduction
00:46 Overview
01:30 Setup
04:45 Control Unit/Features
07:11 Intex App
07:41 Unique Features
08:45 Cost, Returns, Shipping, Warranty
09:39 Pros and Cons
11:47 Conclusion
Thank you for this video! It was easy and great for our first time use on our hot tub, the whole salt system had us confused but your video definitely helped understand it!
Glad it helped :)
I purchased this and set it up in an hour on yesterday. If the valves aren't perfectly aligned and hand tightened you will get a leak and see the E90.The first time I hand tightened the valves one was crooked. Unscrewed it and screwed it back in correctly. Then I unplugged it and it reset it. I sanitized mine for 3H. Then last night at 11pm put on the heat. This morning at 6am it's already up to 82 degrees! I know if people who go in it can't be dirty or have any lotions or products on their skin, so make sure everyone even the women take off all make up as well has rinsing product out of hair. Take a shower already before anyone enters as well as clean swimsuits. I put in 5.5 pounds of the Pool Salt and it is perfect. My pool supply guy told me to add the salt every 3-6 months.I plan on emptying and cleaning mine every few months because I have OCD. LOL! The PH balance with let you know....read the manual about the PH balance levels and how it should read with the little stick it provides. All you do is put it in the water and it will tell you exactly if it's low medium or too high. I'm very happy with mine so far and hoping the heat will be ready later today. I did put a tarp under the bubble tarp for ensurance because it's on my deck. I think I'm going to deflate it a tiny bit when I put the cover on so it will fit easier. These are super easy solutions.
These are some really good tips, we're glad to hear this tub worked out so well for you! Thank you for the comment :)
We just put ours together today and we're having a small drip from where you tight the cap on the right if your standing behind it. I took apart a few times to tight it.
The instructions were a pain in the butt 😂 thanks for your video. I separetly bought the thing for holding the cups at 20€
Happy to help!! :)
you truly helped me more than the actual Intex techs did
We are sorry to hear the techs weren't helpful but we are glad to hear we could help you out!
Good honest review🎯🎯🎯
Thank you!!
There’s quite a bit of body hair in the tub even after the filter and sanitization cycle. Im aware of preshowering will cut down, but any ideas how to get it out after the fact…
@@jeremymiller676 clean the filters regularly and get a net to filter the water. Our you can just shave it all off 😂 seriously though, best of luck!
Thanks for the great instructions, our hot tub is arriving tmrw, so excited. We bought the Intex 28449EP PureSpa Plus Greystone Inflatable Square Hot Tub - We are putting it on a cement slab, should we put down a foam floor mat for the tube to sit on?
Hi! Thanks for watching our video, and glad to hear it was helpful. While not necessary, I would highly recommend it.
Thank you for the great video! My wife and I has purchased a 4 person version of this hot tub. We are experiencing a problem with the bubbler system. The bubble valve, it looks like a flap, on the inside of the hot tub blows off when the bubbles pump is turned on. Any solutions would be greatly appreciated.
Hmmm… I’m not understanding. Any way you can send a picture?
Bought intek purespa after watching your video
Awesome! Thank you for the support. Hope you enjoy!
Good review BUT, there is an elephant in this room on ALL inflatable Hot Tubs,....., COOL WEATHER USE. The air from the bubbles for these units is the air directly from the outside environment. I live in South Carolina so I got months of use from my two units but both had the same issue ($600-$700 units!) from online seller. So, if you have the water at the desirable 104F, and your air temps are under 80-85, I found that your heater will struggle and fail to keep that water at 104F, 60F and below, you will want a sweater on! LOL!!!! "Regular" Hot Tubs HEAT the air to keep the water a consistent 104F in "any" Temperature in the winters, and this is what NONE of the companies ever tell the customer, you will not have that "hot tub" experience in weather where your daily temps will stay 60F or lower. So, keep that in mind IF you want a winter WATERLAND in areas of chilly to COLD Falls, Winters, and Springs. You will have cold air shooting into your hot water cooling the water and your electrical bill will not be as little in the cold months as it is in the hot ones. They are basically a summer pool but with a heater and bubble blaster (which is nothing but a tube ring with holes), there are no "jets" but honestly, both my inflatables were crazy great in the message department- that ring of holes REALLY does feel great, but not when the water is 65F in 40F weather! LOL!!!!.
Hmm.. we’ve had ours in our garage in temperatures in the 30s, (probably 40s in the garage) and have not had any issues with the temperature staying at 104. We’ve done this with several models. With that said, I wouldn’t keep it directly outside in winter months as what you said will likely happen. So far, no issues with cold weather when kept in a semi insulated environment.
I heard Intex pure spa plus anyway blows in hot bubbles instead of most pulling in cold air.
Can you do a maintenance review as this spa uses salt?
Good morning from Las Vegas. Excellent review on this hot tub. We had an Intex round hot tub for 7 years it got a hole I found it patched it then I had another hole which I could not find it lasted seven years but we decided to sell it for cheap and get this awesome six people 170 jet.
But I have a problem maybe you can help me… Are older Index was a breeze to fill up with air anytime. This one I see that you have to take off the big bubble tube to plug in the hose to fill it up. is there an easier way to do this…
There’s not really easier way that I’m aware of. You could partially take it off, and have a separate pump (a cheap like air masters one) and use something like that to fill it up.
Thank you so much my family ment to put bubbles on and it deflated 😢
Oh no! We're sorry to hear this. We hope this video helps you!
Thanks, I already planned to have side tables/benches on two sides of it. Cup holders no biggie, a lot of people prefer you do not take the drinks into the tub. I will be ok with bringing them in, only if you promise not to dribble lol
😂
I was thinking you can probably find cup holders designed to lay over the arm of a couch that would fit.
Thank you for the review I couldn't get my last portable hot tub chemical mix right. Is salt the only chemical
That is need to keep the water sanitized?
No, you should add Shock as needed, and calcium for to treat hardness.
Nice review thanks. I see you are using an extention cord to there to power the tub. Have you had any issue? And what gauge cord did you use. Also is the electrical outlet you plug into a stand alone with 20A breaker specifically for the tub?
We have not had any issues as long as it doesn't get wet. However, you are not technically supposed to use the cords because it increases the risk of malfunctioning and electrocution. We just have so many tubs that we end up needing it for filming purposes.
Can you tell me how often should I sanitize the spa? Also why should I set water filter to run daily when it is running wit sanitizing and also with heat on? It was a very helpful video for the setup, thanks!
We do it about once every five days
Great review of this hot tub. I watched it before I purchased it to see what I was getting into. You covered everything in detail. I’m having a problem with the cover that goes over the tub. The foam inside has balled up in the center. From what I’ve read it must have got wet inside. Everything I read says to take out the foam and dry it. That would mean cutting the cover. I’m going to see if INTEX will cover it under the warranty. Any other suggestions?
Another solution we may suggest is using a dehumidifier. That will help take out the moisture without cutting it open.
I figured out the filter information ... it is an Intex cartridge filter 11692 ... but I would still like to know if during the sanitization process if there would be a sound similar to a more expensive regular spa makes or it is a quiet process... as well as how long the sanitization process takes... and is there actual water circulating during the sanitization process?
The sound is just a little louder than some traditional hot tubs but it's not obnoxious. If used consistently, you should sanitize the water at least five hours and on days you're not using the tub, you should sanitize for three hours. The water circulates during the filtration process.
exceleent video ... thank you.... how long is the sanitation process? does the spa turn off the "tear drop" button automatically?
It will stay on until you turn it off. Anywhere from 3-8 hours will be necessary for your sanitation process depending on frequency of usage. The sanitation process turns off when you turn on the heat.
Amazon sells cupholders that holds 2 cups and your phone. I bought two of those and they also sell a set of two steps where you can store stuff in the top step and I also bought two handrails and each have a little circle light magnetic that sticks in the handrails, I also put a screen over mine for shade and keep the bugs out, and I also bought a vinyl tent that pops open and fits perfectly over the hot tub
I took the vinyl tent down today and put the screen tent up, but they’re perfect for cold or rainy weather cause you’re under vinyl and the screen keeps the bugs out gives you breeze and gives you shade
This is such a good alternative for the tub's cupholders and a great idea to keep the tub clean! We are glad this worked for you. We just found it weird that this is one of the only inflatable hot tubs on the market that does not already have cupholders installed.
Can you please provide a link to the cupholders and steps? Thank you.
Hey great review but what to do when one of the valves, top one, is not getting tight, i tried it all and nothing seems to tight it correctly. Is causing me leaks in the top valve. The other 2 are ok but not that one any solution u might know ?? Thanks for the help
That's interesting, that should not be happening quite like that. We suggest contacting the manufacturer to see if they may be able to replace the part. If not, we suggest plumber's tape to fix the leaky parts: amzn.to/4dFdhYT
Ik heb de Pure Spa van Intex met zoutelektrolyse al 2 jaar. Het product is perfect op 1 onderdeel na: de elektrolytische cel gaat slechts 1 jaar mee. Daarna komt storing E91. Defect aan de cel. 1x heeft Intex hem kostenloos toegezonden. Nu na 2 jaar is deze cel ook defect. Nu moet ik hem met verzendkosten, totaal circa Euro 100 zelf betalen. Een mooie Jacuzzi maar houd rekening met redelijke kosten na de garantietermijn.
Het is nu 26 november 2023. Met de nieuwe cel die incl. verzendkosten 96 Euro kost draait de jacuzzi weer 3 dagen. Het gaat goed zonder storingen. Ik meld me hier weer als de cel defect gaat. Voor eigenaren: de 4-persoons draait op 2 kg zout. De 6-persoons jacuzzi heeft 2,5 kilo zout nodig.
Awesome!
Is there a video on how to keep the water clean and the ph levels and stuff good?
We unfortunately do not have a video on that yet. We will keep this in mind for future videos! Make sure to follow the instructions when adding the pool salt and keeping the sanitizer on as needed and test ph levels with the strips included before getting in. You shouldn't have to change out the water for a couple months and everything should be stable. If the water gets murky and doesn't clear up with the sanitizer being on for a while, you will need to drain the tub. We hope this answered your questions!
New too, when do I sanitize? Is it when after adding the salt? Or before you use it? Or during or after using it? Thank you
I'm sorry I don't understandZ What do you mean “when do you sanitize it?”
Do you still need to check the PH levels when using Salt, and how often do you need to put salt in?
Yes you will, and I would say at least once a week. But it depends on how often you are using it.
Help!
We have been have issues with inflation. Once take hose out and put cap to seal inflation hole it won’t seal completely. Wondering if ever had issue or have suggestion.
Having issues contacting intex to get support.
Thanks for anything suggestions.
You could try using plumbers tape and wrapping it around the threading. or try trying a refund/exchange with whomever your retailer was. Here’s a link for that tape: amzn.to/4ahA2k3
If this one and the saluspa that can fit 8 people could combine features that would be amazing
That would be pretty awesome! 🎉
I hope Intex cuts you a check…this video helped big time! Thank you
We're happy to hear this! Enjoy your tub. :)
can you do something on the chemicals it seems like there's a ton of questions on here. How you maintain it after Borax for ph up? and bromine or chlorine( or noo because of the salt?) and BAKING SODA TO RAIS ALK? calcium chloride to raise hardness(assuming water will be soft after salt) ?
We can certainly make a more in-depth video on this down the road.
Qs about the salt I just got my 6 person rounds one opened it up no salt
Salt is sold separately: amzn.to/3PDzwEh
to order more filters.... what is the filter type and number... also, should there be water circulating and some type of sound during the sanitation process?
These are the ones you want: amzn.to/3Vn0GRQ
And some noise is normal, there shouldn’t be to much noise to the point that it’s loud .
I’m skeptical about the salt water chlorination feature, my grandpa replaces his salt water chlorinator on his pool about every year. He also has to scrape the thing out every couple months. Any thoughts?
Yeah, we have never had problems with it. And if you did, there is the warranty. Also, you could also just treat it with chlorine in the worst case scenario and that would be just fine.
I'm looking to purchase this tub as a Christmas present for my husband. Do you have a list of EVERYTHING that is needed for an inflatable hot tub like this one (specifically saltwater)??? I want to make sure I get everything we need!
P.s. your videos have been extremely helpful, thank you!!!
Also, I cannot seem to find the 4 person!? Could you possibly point me in that direction please
I believe this is it right here: amzn.to/3sU4Bvk
LETS GO BLUUUUUES!!!!
Been waiting for this!! LGB
How long does the first sanitzation cycle take before I can start heating it?
You can start heating as soon as you have water in it.
thanks for this. how often do you add salt to the tub?
I would say at least once a week. But it really depends on how often you use it. Be sure to use test strips regularly, add chemicals etc, and you’ll get into a good routine
I’m assuming the control unit “BIG BLACK BASE”is not water proof?? What do u do when it rains ?? Thanks
To my knowledge, it is waterproof. Not with this model, but another Intex model we had, we had left out in the rain, and it was just fine.
Good review, however the link you provided goes to the Intex PureSpa Plus round 4-person hot tub, not the 6-person square tub.
great catch, here is the right link amzn.to/3Tg9lpa
I am about to set it up in my backyard... is it ok to use an electrical extension cord?, are you supposed to leave it always plugged?
It's technically not deemed safe to use an extension cord. We only did for filming purposes.
If you do, you have to use specific ones that Intex approves but it's not recommended: www.intexdevelopment.com/support/faqlist?catkey=306&lst_lang=2
Hey I just bought this tub and was wondering if all you need is the salt? Do you ever need to add shock or baking soda? I’m new lol
Great question! Adding shock should not hurt it and would still be recommended to do on a weekly or biweekly basis.
@@TubTalkReviews New here as well. What type of shock? Chlorine Free? Shock for Salt Water? Is there a difference? THx.
How long should it take to take to heat the water? I know there’s many factors.
Anywhere between 24 to 48 hours, but the largest inflatable hot tubs can take up to 72.
In Pennsylvania mine took 48 hours to heat up it's cold here.
whoo! Sounds about right. Hopefully not it's working well for you :) Enjoy!
Hi, Netherlands here, i have a question. The pump is quite loud for a device that is meant to relax in. Is there something to do about this? Is it an idea to make a wooden construction around it do reduce decibels?
Can somebody comment on that please?
Thx, Menno
An approved mat underneath the tub or wooden construction would help reduce the sound. It is a bit louder than some traditional hot tubs because of rubber. We hope this helps!
Can we use Bromine and salt ? At the same time
No, you cannot. If you plan on switching to bromine, you will need to drain and wash the tub before filling and introducing bromine to the water in the tub.
Do all the Intex hot tubs use the same filter/heater/pump unit? I note that some reviews on Amazon hate that unit (leaky and error prone) , some love it, not sure if it's the same unit.
No, they do not use the same units on every hot tub although many do share similar if not the same ones. PureSpa, SimpleSpa, etc. primarily use the same units in the product line.
@@TubTalkReviews I found the the manual seems to suggest the 4-person and 6-person spas use the same pump, part number 13031 (discontinued) . The Intex web site is awful, but I did find a current PDF. The reviews are a mystery. Thanks.
I was thinking you can probably find cup holders designed to lay over the arm of a couch that would fit.
Not a bad idea!
We purchased the 4 person square intex PureSpa Plus and we are having a hard time telling if the sanitizer is on. Does it make noise, button light up, something? We press it and nothing happens. Help!
Hi there, this sounds like an odd situation. We did have the button make noise when pressed. To test if your sanitizer is actually working, you should be able to test the water about once a week minimum with included test strips to see if your water is staying sanitized. Also, if the water looks murky and continues to stay murky, that could be a good indication that the sanitization is not working.
However, some of the different styles of Intex PureSpa Plus hot tubs do not have a sanitizer button on the panel and should be turning on while the tub is on. You should be able to test the water with the same process. We hope your sanitization is working and the button is just acting up!
What all products besides shock and the salt you recommended to keep all the free chlorine, ph, total alkalinity and calcium hardness in proper range? Thanks in advance
Those are about it!
Okay, So I won’t need any ph increase/decrease or calcium hardness increase?
Sorry read you last comment incorrectly + quickly. A little unconventional, but we use vinegar to lower the ph. Cheaper and mixes in quickly, and truly doesn’t leave a smell. For calcium levels we’ve used this in the past: amzn.to/3QUgr0s
No worries, and thank you for the info! Last question, would regular hot tub ph increase/decrease/calcium increase work with this inflatable hot tub?
@@kylesprinkle3541yes it should.
We are 2 adults and 3 kids is it big enough?
I would think so! As the kids get older, it might get a bit cramped, but you should be good!
I see that the hot tub is roughly 130 lbs shipped. How heavy are the individual components? Basically, how easy is it to move?
It can be done with one person. But setting up with two is recommended.
Also new…. Do I put the filters on (the white things) if I am using salt?
Yes you do.
Is there salt already in the system? When you first purchase it
@@dr.melodychase2891 no, you will need to buy it separately. This should do the trick: amzn.to/44S1AZ3
@TubTalkReviews is pool salt and spa salt the same? I just completed putting water it but I don't see spa salt near me for store pick up but pool salt is available near me
@@dr.melodychase2891 should not make a difference. You choked also just use chlorine tablets too. But if you’ve got lame pool Salt you’ll be just fine 👍
So am I understanding this right? Every time you want to heat up the hot tub it takes 18-24 hours?
No just the initial time after you fill it up
The question is, do I get the circle version for $710 or the square version for $847? Any differences?
The square version has the salt water sanitation. I don’t remember if the circle version also has that. So that’s a plus! Other than that their performance will be fairly similar. Also the square is a bit bigger… downside of the square is it will take a bit longer to heat up and drop temp a little faster cuz it’s a little bigger. Some pros and cons of both amzn.to/3USaD9H
Does it have to charge for 3 hours before the air pump will work??
No, the pump will work right away. It also doesn’t charge, it just blows right into the outlet and that’s how it’s powered. Hope that clarifies things!
My Intex Purespa Plus doesn't say anything about whether i can use salt water with it. How do i know?
It’s not well advertised well on the websites, check your instruction manual. If you can’t find anything about it in your instruction manual, then just use chlorine or bromine.
This listing on Amazon mentions it towards the bottom amzn.to/3Ls48WY
I can’t find this model with a saltwater system, did they stop making them?
It looks like they've expanded their PureSpa Plus collection since we've purchased it, it is now called the PureSpa Greystone Deluxe:
amzn.to/3KJR1Qi
I bought a bag of salt at Walmart, it says pool salt, can I use that? Thanks
Yes you can!
I am in need of help please. I just finished building my hot tub and it’s not wanting to heat up. It’s giving me the e90 code. Has anyone else experienced anything similar? If so what steps should I take in order to get my hot tub running? Please and Thank you
If it’s a new hot tub, my first suggestion to contact the manufacturer, if there’s something wrong with the pieces and parts, it’s their responsibility to take care of it, assuming it’s within the warranty period. Make sure that you change the filter, the filters clean, and everything is screwed on correctly.
If none of that works, last case scenario check out this video : ruclips.net/video/itXsrIgqxjM/видео.htmlsi=gMI2XQk5YUiolI8S
@@TubTalkReviews I got the E90 but you you read the manual it's water the valves are leaking. They have to be put on perfectly straight, then I reset the it by unplugging it and it reset and is now working perfect.
Can I use an extension cord? If yes, which one would be best to use?
you're not really supposed to. But if you did, which I don't recommend, use a 10 or 12 gauge. It would need to be heavy duty.
@TubTalkReviews
Thank you for replying. I pick up a 8ft. 16gauge Only needed apx 5 extra ft. to where I want the hot tub.
How.long does it take for salt to desolve
Shouldn’t take more than a day
What size breaker does it need.
You're gonna need a minimum of 13amps for this tub.
Does it heat and bubble at same time?
No, it does not. The hot tub will decrease temperature by four degrees every half hour the bubbles are on.
I just got the same hot tub. I am confused by the cover. Why is it inflatable?
If you’re talking about the pull over cover, don’t inflate it. Just pull it over. I have no idea why it inflates. It doesn’t need to, so it is just confusing.
How much salt do you use on the 4 person square?
You can start with 2-3 lbs and go from there until your levels are all right!
4 person it says 4.4 pounds . Does anyone know how many cups that is lol
Umm... How do you drain it?
There’s a tab the inside that you pull. And there is a cap on the outside by the control unit you unscrew. Do those two things and it drains.
Are the jets powerful?
We found these jets to be a little less impressive than most other inflatable hot tubs on the market but they're still enjoyable and relaxing.
I’m overwhelmed with all these options. Can’t figure out what I want
Understandable. Truthfully, you really can’t go wrong with any, but the Intex PureSpa plus has some great features that does make it stand out amzn.to/3PKpAt0
your vid looked pro.
Thank you! 🙏🙏
Is the salt sold separately?
Yes, it’s sold separately. Link in the description.
You can get it here: amzn.to/3t8qbvQ
Just got mine and set it up all wrong. Thanks for the video.
I'm glad we could help! Hopefully your setup goes well next time around.
@@TubTalkReviews I do have a Q tho...after that first 5 pounds of salt at the start, how often do you add more salt to the tub generally? And what amount?
Is this a 110 outlet? Or 220?
It's a 220 and GFCI protected. Not having the proper cords or outlets could lead to several malfunctions in the tub and potential injuries to those enjoying it, so please be careful and enjoy your tub!
Not sure why the bottom wouldn't have a blow up bottom . 😢
It is weird that they're like this. We just got one with blow up seats, the Saluspa San Francisco, excited to see how that is!
You did not show where the filters go
I apologize, on the inside wall of the hot tub, it screws in.
Can you use a extension cord
No, it is not recommended.
How much salt should you put in this hot tube???? The internet is basically useless and the instructions don't say it either
Start with 5 cups and check the levels after a few hours with test strips. Add another cup until the levels are just right-- no more than 10 cups of salt. After you've got the levels right, you shouldn't need to add more than 1 cup each time you sanitize the tub.
Here's a link to salt you can use for your tub: amzn.to/3RtwnrA
The air keeps coming back out.
It shouldn’t be doing that, not to the point that it deflates. You must have a leak somewhere. Your best bet would be to contact Intex and have them send you a new one under the warranty. Sucks that’s happening!
@@TubTalkReviews everything is doing great. Just trial and error lol
The direction are worthless, confusing.
But the video did help a lot.
@@Rfoxkenny glad it helped! And yeah, the instructions are not super clear.
After you inflat the hot tub the air just keeps coming out.
The hot tub is designed to only let so much air in, and it will let air out if it is "overinflated". Does it keep letting the air out until it's flat? Or just a bit?
@@TubTalkReviews I think I got it. It was going flat every time.
@@Rfoxkenny hope you're able to figure it out!
bro needs to cut that grass
😂 weed eater was broken.
@@TubTalkReviews lol was just giving you a hard time.
Ya don’t buy this. We aired it up just to watch it deflated. Fuck this hot tub
That really sucks. Did it have a hole in it?
Mine is perfect and if you listen to him and read the manual it will run great.You can also call Customer Service as well.