Mike's Factory Direct is now Hot Tub Wellness!

Soak. Swim. Unwind.

Transform Your Backyard with a Jacuzzi® Wellness Product

Embrace Serenity with Hot Tub Wellness

Hot Tub Wellness is a family-owned business that began in 1999 in beautiful Fairfield County, CT. From humble beginnings in a 100 sq. ft. storage locker with just a pickup truck, we’ve grown into a 7,500 sq. ft. combined showroom and warehouse, delivering comfort and relaxation to thousands of satisfied customers. While we may not be the biggest retailer—and you might even miss us if you drove by—our focus has always been on offering the best value, service, and selection.

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Your Trusted Jacuzzi® Retailer and Service Provider

Our family-owned business is dedicated to helping homeowners create beautiful, relaxing spaces inside and out. Discover the perfect Jacuzzi® Hot Tub or Swim Spa to elevate your backyard oasis. Continue your wellness journey indoors with a luxurious Jacuzzi® Infrared Sauna or Massage Chair—because your comfort and well-being are always our top priority.

Hot Tubs

Experience unparalleled relaxation with Jacuzzi® Hot Tubs. Our models feature advanced hydrotherapy jets, ergonomic seating, and energy-efficient designs, all crafted to deliver a soothing and rejuvenating soak.

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Swim Spas

Combine fitness and relaxation with Jacuzzi® Swim Spas. Designed for year-round use, our swim spas offer adjustable swim currents for exercise and powerful jets for hydrotherapy.

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Saunas

Experience the rejuvenating power of heat with Infrared Saunas, designed to promote relaxation, detoxification, and overall wellness. Crafted with premium materials and advanced infrared, these saunas turn your home into a retreat.

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Cold Plunge

Soak your way to better wellness with the Kodiak contrast tub, designed for both cold-plunge invigoration and warm-water relaxation. With an impressive temperature range, this plug-and-play unit delivers a deep, immersive soaking experience.

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Service

Our expert service team at Hot Tub Wellness is dedicated to keeping your hot tub performing at its best with professional maintenance and repairs. From routine service to unexpected issues, we help protect your investment so you can relax.

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Top Selling Hot Tubs & Swim Spas

Family Size

J-385™

Seats 6-7

Energy Efficient

49 Jets

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Affordable Comfort

J-225™

Seats 4-5

Energy Efficient

26 Jets

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Compact Lounge

J408L™

Seats 5-6

Energy Efficient

47 Jets

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Open Seating

SoulNova 7

Seats 6-7

Energy Efficient

43 Jets

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Endless Swimming. Ultimate Wellness.

Reimagine your backyard with a Jacuzzi® Swim Spa—where fitness meets relaxation in one sleek, all-season design.

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PowerActive

J-14™

PowerPro

J-19™ Dual Temp

True Water brings next-level wellness to spa water. There are no traditional cleaners like bromine or salt. And it's 99.999% chlorine free—that's even less than drinking water. The water is soft so it caresses and comforts you. Try it and you'll feel and smell the difference.

It's our most effortless yet powerful system ever. With other hot tubs, you have to sanitize after each use. With True Water, you can relax and let the nanobubbles do the work. You only need to spend about 15 minutes per month caring for your water.

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Infrared

Jacuzzi® is redefining relaxation as the first and only brand to offer Infrared and Red Light therapy across saunas, swim spas, and hot tubs. Featured in the J-LX® Collection, the FX-IR Seat blends these therapies with hydromassage for deep rejuvenation beneath the skin’s surface.

Hydromassage, Infrared, and Red Light therapies work together to ease pain, improve flexibility, and calm the mind. Effortless and backed by research, Jacuzzi® wellness products deliver lasting relaxation and peace of mind.

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Introducing the new, exclusive SmartTub® System, engineered to maximize your relaxation, recovery and performance potential. Using an app on your smartphone, you can enjoy the next generation of hot tub ownership.

Remote monitoring and control
Easy setup - just pair your app!
Enhanced product knowledge and support
Receive power outage notifications

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Quick Tips, Shopping Assistance & More

Infrared Sauna vs Traditional Sauna: Which Is Right for You?

Saunas

May 21, 2026•3 min read

Infrared Sauna vs Traditional Sauna: Which Is Right for You?

Infrared and traditional saunas can both create a relaxing wellness routine, but they heat differently and feel different during use. The right choice depends on your space, comfort preferences, and wellness goals.

How Infrared Saunas Work

Infrared saunas use infrared heat to warm the body directly. Many shoppers like the lower ambient air temperature and the comfortable, steady feel. See the Sun & Soul SUN200™ sauna.

How Traditional Saunas Feel

Traditional saunas heat the air in the room, creating a hotter, classic sauna environment. Some people love the intense heat, steam options, and ritual of a traditional sauna session.

Which Is Better for Home Use?

Infrared saunas are often popular for indoor wellness spaces, home gyms, and primary suites because many models are compact and straightforward to use. Traditional saunas can be excellent for homeowners who want a more classic sauna environment.

What About Red Light Therapy?

Some wellness shoppers are also interested in red light and infrared therapy together. Learn more on the Infrared & Red Light Therapy page.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Visit Hot Tub Wellness to compare sauna sizes, features, and installation considerations for your home. Explore Jacuzzi® Hot Tubs, Jacuzzi® Swim Spas, infrared saunas, cold plunge options, and the Hot Tub Wellness trade-in program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is an infrared sauna better than a traditional sauna?

Neither is automatically better. Infrared saunas and traditional saunas offer different heat experiences, so the best choice depends on your preferences.

Are infrared saunas good for small spaces?

Many infrared saunas are designed for home wellness spaces and can be a good fit for smaller rooms.

Do saunas need special electrical work?

Some models may require specific electrical requirements. Always confirm the model specifications before installation.

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Service Professionals

Our service team can help you get your hot tub, swim spa, sauna or cold plunge up and running quickly and efficiently. We are committed to giving our best to our owners and customer satisfaction is always our number one priority.