Why inflatable hot tubs are a great alternative to the real thing

Hot tubs are the height of luxury. Coming home after a long day and soaking in a hot body of water while jets massage your entire body? Iconic. Getting this type of spa treatment at home can be pretty pricey, with standard hot tubs costing thousands of dollars. But, like with so many wonderful things, there's a cheaper alternative: inflatable hot tubs. Don't picture a kiddie version of a hot tub like you might when you think of an inflatable pool. It's more like an above ground pool in that it more closely resembles the real deal; it's just not as permanent or fancy. Read more... What is a portable hot tub?More about Home, Outdoors, Mashable Shopping, Culture, and Consumer Tech IMAGE: Amazon OUR TOP PICK Intex Greywood Deluxe inflatable spa hot tub Get exceptional features in a hot tub you can transport. Seating capacity: 4 Water capacity: 210 gallons Temperature range: 50 to 104 degrees Dimensions: 77 x 28 inches $699.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon BEST HEAT RETENTION CosySpa inflatable hot tub This stellar hot tub keeps things hotter than the rest. Seating capacity: 4 or 6 Water capacity: 211 or 264 gallons Temperature range: Up to 108 degrees Dimensions: 71 x 26 inches or 82 x 26 inches $599.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon BEST FOR ACCESSORIES Intex PureSpa hot tub Get bonus items like an LED light, headrests, and more. Seating capacity: 4 or 6 Water capacity: 210 or 290 gallons Temperature range: Up to 104 degrees Dimensions: 77 x 28 inches or 85 x 28 inches $699.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon BEST FOR SPREADING OUT Coleman SaluSpa square hot tub This four-person tub gives everyone their own, distinct corner. Seating capacity: 4 Water capacity: 177 gallons Temperature range: 40 to 104 degrees Dimensions: 71 x 71 x 28 inches $799.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Walmart BEST FOR SMART FEATURES Bestway SaluSpa Milan Airjet portable hot tub Control temperature, jets, and more from your phone app. Seating capactiy: 4 Water capacity: 242 gallons Temperature range: Up to 104 degrees Dimensions: 77 x 28 inches $1,050 from Walmart IMAGE: Amazon BEST WALLET-FRIENDLY PICK Coleman SaluSpa inflatable hot tub spa Get great features at a wallet-friendly price. Seating capacity: 4 Water capacity: 242 gallons Temperature range: Up to 104 degrees Dimensions: 77 x 28 inches $599.99 from Amazon