Find the right hot tub for your garden, budget and power supply
Honest reviews of inflatable, wood fired and hard shell hot tubs, plus free tools that show what each one really costs to run.
Our top picks this month Sample rows
How we score| Award | Hot tub | Type | Seats | Our score | From | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best overall | Product name | Rigid foam | 4 to 6 | 0.0 | £0,000 | Check price |
| Best budget | Product name | Inflatable | 2 to 4 | 0.0 | £000 | Check price |
| Best wood fired | Product name | Wood fired | 6 to 8 | 0.0 | £0,000 | Check price |
| Best premium | Product name | Hard shell | 5 to 7 | 0.0 | £0,000 | Check price |
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Buying guides
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How much does a hot tub cost in the UK?
Inflatable hot tubs start from around a few hundred pounds, rigid foam models usually cost more, and hard shell and wood fired hot tubs run into the thousands. Our cost guide breaks prices down by type and size.
Are inflatable hot tubs worth it?
For many people they are the easiest way to try hot tub life. They are cheaper to buy and quick to set up, but they take longer to heat and can cost more to run in winter than an insulated hard shell tub.
Do I need an electrician for a hot tub?
Most inflatable and plug and play hot tubs run from a standard 13 amp socket. Larger hard shell hot tubs usually need a dedicated 32 amp supply fitted by a qualified electrician.
What is the cheapest hot tub to run?
A wood fired hot tub uses no electricity at all. For electric models, a well insulated tub with a good cover usually costs the least. Try our calculator to compare.