Wave Atlantic Inflatable Hot Tub vs AquaLife Palm Beach 30-Jet Spa

The Aqualife Palm Beach is the better hot tub for most buyers. It is a hard-sided acrylic spa with 30 adjustable stainless steel jets, a two-speed pump, LED lighting, a waterfall and a built-in ice bucket, and owners report it holds heat and lasts for years. The Atlantic is an inflatable with 110 or 130 bubble jets and a built-in 1800W heater that sets up in about 15 minutes, but it is TriLaminate PVC that wears and loses heat faster. Buy the Atlantic only if you need a portable, packable tub or have no 240V option.

• Choose the Atlantic if you want a portable inflatable tub that sets up in about 15 minutes, runs on a standard outlet and can be packed away or moved.
• Choose the Aqualife Palm Beach if you want a permanent hard-sided spa with adjustable jets, real hydrotherapy, LED lighting and a long service life.