What affects spa running costs?

Why we don't quote a fixed daily cost

Running costs depend on your spa, your home and how you use it, so a single daily figure wouldn't be reliable. We don't promise a fixed running cost. Instead, here's what makes the difference and what to compare before you choose.

The main factors

These all affect how much energy your spa uses and what you pay for it:

• Spa size: more water takes more energy to heat
• Water temperature: a hotter set temperature means more heating
• Weather: cooler air and cold nights ask more of the heater
• Insulation: better insulation helps the spa hold its heat
• Cover use: heat escapes when the spa is left uncovered
• Your electricity tariff: the same energy use can cost different amounts on different plans

Simple habits that help

Every spa comes with a spa cover, and keeping it on between uses is one of the easiest things you can do. It's also worth setting the temperature to what you actually need rather than leaving it higher than necessary, and checking when your electricity rate is lowest if you're on a time-of-use plan.

Where you live matters

A spa in a cooler climate will generally need more heating than the same spa somewhere warmer, particularly through winter. If you're buying in a cooler area, spend extra time comparing the published heater, insulation and cover specifications.

Should you add a heat pump?

A heat pump warms water by moving heat from the surrounding air, instead of relying only on an electric heating element. How much difference it makes depends on your climate and how you use the spa, so we don't promise a fixed saving.

We offer optional Eco Cube heat pumps. The 3.3kW model suits spas up to 1,200L and larger spas get the 5.5kW model. A plumbing kit is also required.

A heat pump has to be connected to your spa. Installation costs $650 in our approved metro delivery areas and is paid by the buyer. It isn't included in the spa price or the heat pump price, and it's shown as its own line on your order. If you choose to organise this yourself, there's no installation charge, but you still need the plumbing kit.

What to compare before you buy

Open each product page and compare the water capacity, heater, insulation and power specifications side by side. If you're considering a heat pump, compare the options and the installed total there too.