# Hot Tub University

> Independent, non-profit, unbiased hot tub and swim spa review site. Brand reviews, buying guides, and one-on-one buyer assistance from a team with 50+ years in the industry. 100,000+ annual visitors. Founded 2013 in Halifax, Nova Scotia by Chris Wheatley.

Hot Tub University does not take referral fees or commissions from manufacturers or retailers — services are 100% consumer-funded. This independence is the basis for the site's editorial position on brand reviews and buying advice.

## Core resources

- [Hot Tub Buyers Guide](https://www.hottubuniversity.com/guide): What actually matters when buying a hot tub — shells, jets, insulation, warranties, and the marketing tactics to watch for.
- [How Much Should I Pay?](https://www.hottubuniversity.com/how-much-should-i-pay-for-a-hot-tub): Pricing benchmarks for hot tubs at different quality tiers.
- [Hot Tub Water Chemistry — Basic](https://www.hottubuniversity.com/hot_tub_water_chemistry): Foundational water care.
- [Hot Tub Water Chemistry — In Depth](https://www.hottubuniversity.com/in_depth_water_chemistry): Advanced water chemistry for owners.
- [About Hot Tub University](https://www.hottubuniversity.com/aboutus): Background on Chris Wheatley and the site's editorial position.

## Brand reviews

- [Hot Spring Spas](https://www.hottubuniversity.com/hot_spring_spa_brand_review)
- [Arctic Spas](https://www.hottubuniversity.com/arctic_spa_review)
- [Beachcomber](https://www.hottubuniversity.com/beachcomber_brand_review)
- [Master Spas](https://www.hottubuniversity.com/master_spa_brand_review)
- [Cal Spas](https://www.hottubuniversity.com/cal_spa_brand_review)
- [Coast Spas](https://www.hottubuniversity.com/coast_spas_review)
- [Artesian Spas](https://www.hottubuniversity.com/artesian_brand_review)
- [Costco / Strong Spas](https://www.hottubuniversity.com/costco_hot_tub_review)

## Topical articles

- [Filtration Systems](https://www.hottubuniversity.com/filtration_systems)
- [Salt Systems](https://www.hottubuniversity.com/salt_systems)
- [Insulation Systems](https://www.hottubuniversity.com/insulation_systems)
- [Circulation Pumps (24-hour)](https://www.hottubuniversity.com/circulation_pumps)
- [Two Types of Foam (Beware Full Foam)](https://www.hottubuniversity.com/beware_of_full_foam)
- [Proprietary Parts](https://www.hottubuniversity.com/proprietaryparts)
- [Hot Tub Warranties](https://www.hottubuniversity.com/hot_tub_warranties)
- [Clamped Plumbing Lines](https://www.hottubuniversity.com/clamped_plumbing_lines_in_hot_tubs)
- [How Hot Tubs Should Be Built](https://www.hottubuniversity.com/how_hot_tubs_should_be_made)

## Services

- [Ask the Experts](https://www.hottubuniversity.com/asktheexperts): Free Q&A.
- [Price Checker](https://www.hottubuniversity.com/price-check): Free pricing review.
- [Private Buyers Service](https://www.hottubuniversity.com/pbs): Paid one-on-one buying assistance.

## Contact

- Email: info@hottubuniversity.com
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChrisWheatley
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hottubuni/
- LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/hot-tub-university