Looking for a backyard hot tub that delivers comfort, style, and energy efficiency all in one? Riptide Spas are made for every season — whether it's a frosty winter evening, a golden summer sunset, or a starry night outdoors. You can dive in and relax anytime — guilt-free.
Designed with cutting-edge insulation and energy-saving features, Riptide hot tubs offer a spa experience that rejuvenates your senses — and is as kind to your wallet as it is to the planet. That's the Riptide difference.
Welcome to sustainable relaxation — the BETA Wellness way!
Would you buy a car without a test drive? The same goes for hot tubs. Visit our showrooms in Chelmsford, Sevenoaks, and Ashford for a free test soak — the best way to find the best home luxury spa model that truly fits your lifestyle and your family’s needs.
Feel the comfort of each seat, explore different shapes and depths, and experience the soothing warmth and jet massage settings firsthand. Just bring your swimwear and a towel — we’ll take care of the rest.
Our experts will guide you through options, share real-life setups, and help you explore premium features. Your dream spa starts here — come and try it today!
Start and end your day the right way — with a relaxing soak in your very own spa. A daily hot tub routine helps ease sore muscles, melt away stress, and boost your emotional well-being. Whether it's after a long day or first thing in the morning, a few peaceful moments in warm, bubbling water can leave you feeling refreshed and ready for anything.
Looking for more quality time together? A luxury hot tub is the perfect space to switch off from the world and connect with family or friends. It's your private retreat where conversations flow easily, laughter comes naturally, and lasting memories are made — all while enjoying the soothing warmth of the water.
Why stay indoors when you can enjoy your spa all year round? On crisp autumn evenings, beneath starry night skies, or during gentle snowfalls, your garden hot tub lets you unwind in nature just steps from your back door. With every soak, you'll rediscover the beauty of the outdoors and enjoy moments of calm you never knew you needed.
Worried about high electricity bills from your hot tub? At BETA Wellness, we offer the latest energy-saving spa models from Riptide—a trusted UK brand since 2002. Featuring advanced insulation and high-efficiency circulation systems, these spas reduce operating costs without compromising comfort or massage performance.
Energy consumption & estimated monthly costs:
• Small spa: about 100 kWh/month ≈ £25/month
• Large spa: about 167 kWh/month ≈ £42/month
*Note: Estimates are based on standby mode (thermostat and circulation pump only - for heat retention and scheduled disinfection), calculated using the lowest electricity rate in the UK (£0.25/kWh). Actual usage may vary depending on use.
Stress relief Stress results in muscle tension, headaches, fatigue and soreness. Regular Hot Tub use, through a combination of buoyancy, heat and massage relieves tension and stress. Buoyancy eases pressure in joints and muscles, while heat increases blood flow to muscles and accelerates healing. Additionally, Hot tub jets provide therapeutic massage, stimulating the release of endorphins, which are the body’s natural painkiller. Minimise the Pain of Arthritis Benefits of a soak in a hot tub can include muscle relaxation, decreased pain and joint stiffness and greater ease when performing exercise and daily activities. Lower Diabetic Blood Sugar Levels A study by the New England Journal of Medicine found that bathing in a hot tub simulates the beneficial effects of exercise. The result is that patients with type 2 diabetes who soak in a hot tub for 30 minutes a day, 6 days a week for 3 weeks, experience a reduction in blood sugar levels by an average of 13%. Promotes Weight Loss In clinical studies patients who used hot tubs lost an average of 3.5 pounds in weight without any new diet or physical exercise programmes. In short, the weight loss resulted from the hot water massage simulating the effects of exercise, on the muscles. Sleep More Soundly No more counting sheep! According to the National Sleep Foundation, 30 million Britons suffer from mild to chronic insomnia and other sleep disorders. A study in the journal ‘Sleep’ showed that soaking in a hot tub prior to bedtime will not only help you fall asleep, but will provide a deeper, more relaxing sleep as the body cools. Lower Blood Pressure A recent study for the Mayo Clinic recommended that relaxing in a hot tub can be beneficial for heart disease patients. The study showed that relaxing in a hot tub is less stressful on the heart and more beneficial than working out on an exercise bike! The study also demonstrated that soaking in the hot tub for as little as 15 minutes will lower blood pressure. Be together - Spend time together, immersed in warm water. The spa becomes a private and safe place where people can relax, let their guard down, and enjoy meaningful conversation and special moments with loved ones. Be outside - Take a pause and appreciate beautiful sunsets, starry nights, falling snow, changing leaves, and much more. With a hot tub, you have a private retreat steps away from your door. Surrounded by nature, you can take in the beauty we often take for granted. Be yourself - Be at your best every day by making a spa a part of your daily ritual. Experience relief of stress and tension from sore muscles and emotional and mental benefits. Immersed in warm water, you can disconnect and emerge renewed.
Read articleRelaxing in the Riptide spa can actually help you shed pounds! Clinical studies have shown that people who regularly use hot tubs lose an average of 3.5 pounds, without changing their diet or exercise habits.
This happens because the warm water and soothing massage stimulate your muscles, mimicking the effects of light exercise and boosting your metabolism. It's an easy and enjoyable way to support your weight loss journey!
Stress can cause muscle tension, headaches, fatigue, and soreness—but the Riptide hot tub can help melt it all away. The magic happens through a powerful combination of buoyancy, soothing heat, and targeted massage jets.
Buoyancy gently lifts pressure off your joints and muscles, while warm water increases blood flow to speed up muscle recovery. Meanwhile, the therapeutic jets deliver relaxing massages that stimulate the release of endorphins—your body's natural painkillers—helping you feel calm and refreshed every time you soak.
Did you know that soaking in a hot tub can support healthier blood sugar levels? A recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that relaxing in warm water mimics many of the benefits of exercise.
In fact, people with type 2 diabetes who spent 30 minutes a day, six days a week, in a hot tub for three weeks saw their blood sugar levels drop by an average of 13%. It's a simple, soothing way to help manage your health—no gym required!
For people with arthritis, soaking in a warm hot tub provides soothing relief. The Arthritis Research Campaign recommends hot tubs as an excellent way to apply gentle heat to arthritic joints, easing discomfort.
Regular soaks help relax muscles, reduce pain and joint stiffness, and improve mobility—making everyday activities and exercise more comfortable. Experience natural relief and improved well-being through the healing power of hydrotherapy.
Struggling with sleepless nights? You're not alone—around 30 million people in the UK experience mild to chronic insomnia or other sleep issues, according to the National Sleep Foundation.
Research published in the journal 'Sleep' shows that taking a relaxing soak in a hot tub before bedtime can help you fall asleep faster and enjoy a deeper, more restorative sleep. As your body gradually cools down after soaking, it signals the brain that it's time to rest—making it easier to drift off naturally and wake up refreshed.
According to a study by the Mayo Clinic, soaking in a hot tub can be more heart-friendly than traditional exercise like cycling—especially for those with heart conditions. Enjoy peace of mind, reduced stress, and a healthier heart—one soak at a time.
Just 15 minutes in a hot tub can help lower blood pressure by promoting circulation and reducing stress on the cardiovascular system. Unlike intense workouts, warm water immersion soothes the body while delivering real heart-health benefits.
Indoor hot tubs are (as can be seen from their name) designed for installation in the bathroom. This means that they are connected directly to a water supply and drainage system. When it is used, the tub is filled with water and then the water is drained again. The massage options are limited in terms of spraying and ergonomics of the tub shell. Outdoor hot tubs, American hot-tubs, hottubs, etc. are operated like an all year-round pool, the water remains in the pool and is always ready for a bath. An outdoor hot tub can of course also be set up indoors, i.e. in the wellness room or living room, provided that it is possible to bring it in. Indoor and outdoor hot tubs are therefore not really comparable, both have different functions, effects and requirements. One thing is certain, if you are using an outdoor hot tub the use of your indoor hot tub in the bathroom is reduced to a nice way to display decorative material.
The operation of a hot-tub is associated with the following costs: daily energy and electricity costs, periodic costs for water when changing the water.
Monthly expenses for water treatment and carecosts for replacing the filter cartridges every 2 years, costs for replacing the cushions and the cover after 3 to 6 years. Whilst there is a financial expenditure for water for the occasional replacement of the filter cartridges or for renewing the cushions or the cover is kept within limits and certain costs do not occur regularly. The question arises: How much electricity does a hot tub actually need? The well-known "1£/day" answer has been circulating in the industry for years despite electricity price increases. The answer is simple and easy to understand, but it needs to be looked at in a different way.
Considerations that influence energy consumption:
Heating Performance Topic: A 1000W heater may, in theory, consume less electricity, but it takes correspondingly longer to heat. Thus, with more powerful heaters, the electricity consumption remains the same, but they also ensure that the water temperature doesn't drop during your bath.
Air Jets Topic: Air jets cool the water when in operation, offer no massage value, and therefore result in higher heating costs.
Cover Topic: Heat rises. This means the stronger the cover, the lower the energy consumption. Continuous tabs along the seam are crucial, as this seam represents a weak point in the cover. A seam without gaps may require more precise placement of the cover at the curves, but it ensures a more accurate fit and thus the best insulation.
Insulation Topic: On one hand, special foils along the inside of the cladding reflect heat inwards and cold outwards. On the other hand, many pools are foamed – but the question is, how much? Premium pools have full foam insulation, which achieves optimal insulation and also ensures quiet operation and secures hose lines.
Circulation Topic: Which pump is responsible for the permanent circulation of the water? A two-stage pump with a power consumption of 400 to 700 kW/h or a dedicated circulation pump with less than 100W? It should also be questioned whether this circulation pump is programmable or runs permanently for 24 hours.
Pump Performance Topic: A 3 HP massage pump consumes slightly more electricity than a 1.5 HP pump. However, considering the time factor, this difference in consumption is negligible. The possibility of a powerful massage from a strong massage pump is therefore more significant.
Internet, trade shows, showrooms, personal references and experiences – newcomers to the hot tub market have various avenues to gain an overview of models and their pricing structures. Model images are often interchangeable, and at first glance, it's often hard to discern how the price is determined.
Segment 1 up to approx. £5,000 – served by DIY stores, retail chains, and online companies with Asian products.
Segment 2 up to approx. £7,500 – catered for by installation companies, specialist retail chains in pool construction, and also specialised retailers.
Segment 3 up to approx. £12,000 – the main segment for specialist retailers.
Segment 4 over £12,000 – a specialist segment of the retail trade.
Insulation: Foil insulation vs. Foam insulation vs. Combination of both methods
Jetting: Type and number, functionality and arrangement
Circulation System: Two-stage pump vs. Dedicated circulation pump
Disinfection and Water Quality: Ozone systems, saltwater systems vs. Chlorine addition
Massage Pumps: Number and power
Materials: Metal frame vs. Pressure-treated hardwood / Acrylic thickness
Craftsmanship and Detail Quality
Features: Lighting, water, and sound options
Warranty Services
In summary, the ongoing operation causes a significantly higher cost.
Quality, craftsmanship, massage or operational comfort, and especially energy efficiency are reflected in the manufacturing effort, production, and selling price. "The smaller the pool, the more cost-effective" – doesn't always hold true. A look behind the pool cladding often explains many differences that weren't immediately apparent at first glance.
Clear answer – Yes!
A sheltered spot near the house, especially protected from the wind, is ideal for this. Without a roof over the pool, even at -20°C, you have an unobstructed view of the stars and can enjoy your private spa. Even in the height of summer, a whirl in the evening in 36-degree warm water is an absolute relaxation delight. Our hot tubs are designed for all year-round use, meaning they come with full foam insulation to minimise electricity costs during the colder months. They also boast a powerful 3 kW heater, ensuring that during a longer soak in winter, the water never cools down and can even gain a degree or two in temperature if needed.
The number of seats depends on the size of the hot tub and the chosen size, in turn, as well as the local conditions. More massage spots in a tub doesn't necessarily mean more space for guests. Generally, when determining the size of the hot tub, one starts with the experience in a standard bathroom bathtub. Following that, there's the slightly larger three-seater – usually with a lounger, but with significantly more space than a regular bathtub for oneself and one's partner. However, the true hot tub sensation is only felt when stretching out freely in the corner spots of the tub, letting the jets massage your shoulders. The buoyancy of the water helps you stretch and feel your body extensively. This makes the hot tub experience what it should be: fun and relaxing. The often-assumed notion that the smaller the hot tub, the cheaper it is, is fundamentally incorrect. The price primarily depends on the features, jetting and motorisation, and the quality of insulation and craftsmanship.
