How Energy Efficient are your hot tubs? Energy price cap will rise by 1.2% from January 2025.
Energy regulator Ofgem has announced a 1.2% increase of the energy price cap for the period covering January-March 2025.
With the rise of energy prices, asking "how energy efficient are your hot tubs", is one of the most important questions to ask a hot tub retailer when purchasing a new hot tub for the first time. However, many hot tub retailers and hot tub manufacturers are starting to make spurious claims about the energy efficiency of their hot tubs, and there are very few that can provide independently tested results to back there somewhat wild and misleading claims... So, you will be glad to know that we can independently verify the energy efficiency on our range of multiple award-winning hot tubs, but more importantly, we have published the independent TÜV SÜD test results below, which demonstrates the energy consumptions based on the latest Ofgem Energy Price Cap increase.
For over 12 years, Penguin Spas has partnered with some of the world’s best designers, best suppliers, and best manufacturers of hot tubs and spas to ensure we can deliver the UK’s most energy-efficient hot tubs and spas on the market - Our awards and industry accreditations speak for themselves!
Our Commitment - World's First Net Zero Carbon Neutral Hot Tub and Swim Spa Showroom
In 2021, Penguin Spas took the radical decision to be the world's first net zero carbon neutral hot tub and swim spa retailer by investing in clean green technology for its new 1,283m2 Premium Outdoor Living showroom in South Lanarkshire, Scotland by offsetting the energy used through renewable sources which includes a 30Kw Wood Pellet Biomass heating system along with 10kw of solar cells with the latest TESLA Powerwall (battery that stores energy) which provides all the electricity required for the hot tubs and showroom.
Read Our Blog: Penguin Spas becomes the World’s First Net Zero Carbon Neutral Hot Tub and Swim Spa Retailer
How did you independently test the energy efficiency of your SmartSpa™ R10 hot tubs?
The manufacturer of Sunbeach Spas established the only hot tub factory with witness laboratory of TÜV SÜD Certification in the world. Through several tests in the laboratory of SmartSpa™ R10 insulated hot tubs alongside a direct comparison of a normal insulated hot tubs, the TÜV SÜD experts where able to conduct testing, measurements and certification in-line with the applicable norms and standards to independently certify the energy efficiency of SmartSpa™ R10 insulated hot tubs - See the results below.
What is SmartSpa™ R10 and SmartSpa+™ R18 insulation? - Look for the SmartSpa™ Logo.
UK hot tub designer Sunbeach Spas and Oasis Spas introduced the registered trademarks of SmartSpa™ R10, SmartSpa™ R10 Plus and SmartSpa™ R18 Plus to their collection of hot tubs and swim spas earlier last year with the aim of combating the growing number of hot tub retailers across the UK advertising hot tubs with R10 and R18 energy efficiency without any independent certification nor any understanding of what exactly R values are.
The New SmartSpa™ R10, SmartSpa™ R10 Plus and the SmartSpa™ R18 Plus logos gives consumers the confidence of purchasing an energy efficient hot tub that has been independently tested and verified of its credentials.
What does a R10 hot tub or R18 hot tub mean?
The R value refers to a materials ability to resist heat flowing through it at a certain thickness. The higher the R-Value, the better it can resist heat transfer. The R Value on our hot tubs are based on the thermal resistance of the hot tub elements which includes the closed cell foam sprayed on the shell, side skirts and base, where contradictory to the U value the higher the R value the better performing the product is, in the sense of reducing heat loss (the higher the R value the better the product is at insulating).
What difference does a hot tub with SmartSpa™ R10 insulation make?
A hot tub with SmartSpa™ R10 insulation will save you on average £124.91 per month or £1,498.90 per year on energy costs. To show the difference between a SmartSpa™ R10 insulated hot tub and a normal heat insulated hot tub, the TÜV SÜD independently tested both hot tubs electricity consumption under specified use conditions and the findings recalculated to reflect the current Ofgem Energy Price Cap @ 27.35 pence per kWh and 53.37 pence per day for the daily standing charge. This is based on the average across England, Scotland and Wales and includes VAT - Standard variable tariff (default tariff) and pay for your electricity by Direct Debit
Test Conditions
Chamber temperature setting: 10°C
Test voltage: 230 V, 50 Hz
Water temperature: 37°C
Operation mode: Standard
How we tested the Sunbeach SB355L 5-Person Hot Tub
We tested the Sunbeach SB355L under these Conditions:
Removed upper cover for 30 minutes, and used the hot tub for 15 minutes during that time.
Twice water circulations every day with each water circulation lasting 3 hours and all the motor operating for 1 minute before each water circulation.
The rest of the time it was kept warm with the covers on.
With SmartSpa™ R10 insulation, you will be saving £63.54 per month, or £762.44 per year in direct comparison to a hot tub with a normal heat insulation system.
How we tested the Sunbeach SB344S 5-Person Hot Tub
We tested the Sunbeach SB344S under these Conditions:
2 Usages per day.
Twice water circulations every day with each water circulation lasting 3 hours and all the motor operating for 1 minute each day.
The rest of the time it was kept warm with the covers on.
With SmartSpa™ R10 insulation, you will be saving £61.71 per month, or £740.54 per year in direct comparison to a hot tub with a normal heat insulation system.
What difference does SmartSpa+™ R18 hot tub insulation make?
Our exclusive, environmentally friendly, SmartSpa+™ R18 multi-layer insulation system forms a continuous thermal barrier that makes the Oasis Spas among the most energy-efficient hot tubs on the market and early tests show you can save between 11.6%-12.2% in energy usage in comparison to a similar sized hot tub - tests are still being carried out here in the UK by SPATECUK.
About Penguin Spas Premium Outdoor Living - UK's Multiple Award-Winning Hot Tub, Swim Spa and Outdoor Living Company
Penguin Spa Premium Outdoor Living is dedicated to providing top-quality spas that are known for their energy efficiency and value for money. Our commitment to customer service ensures that our friendly team will assist you in finding the perfect hot tub or swim spa to suit your needs and budget.
Visit our Scottish Outdoor Living Showroom in Yieldshields, near Carluke, where you can experience a tranquil environment and explore our extensive range of award-winning hot tubs, accessories, and saunas. Conveniently located near the M74 and M8 motorway network, our showroom is easily accessible and just a short drive away from both Edinburgh and Glasgow.
Do you want to know more about our range of multiple award-winning, energy efficient hot tubs available here in Scotland?
Here at Penguin Spas, we are proud to be the only official Scottish dealer of award-winning, energy efficiency gold standard hot tubs and swim spas from UK designed Sunbeach Spas, world’s premier spa brand Oasis Spas and our new unique range of Eco Spas with air source heat pumps that have been tested in Scotland which can save you on average 61% in energy costs.
All three brands (Sunbeach Spas, Eco Spas and the Oasis Spas) have a complete insulation energy saving system that reduces energy consumption to save you money. You can have peace of mind that your hot tub or swim spa will be hot and ready for you, without costly energy bills.
Sunbeach Spas are leading the hot tub and swim spa industry with energy efficient SmartSpa™ R10 insulation and cutting-edge technology. The multiple award-winning Sunbeach Spas are all designed here in the UK and are manufactured with the newest industry features which the company consistently pushes the industry forward with innovative designs and features.
Oasis Spas are built by one of the world’s largest international hot tub and swim spa manufacturers who distribute products in 40 countries around the world. Oasis Spas are built to last with premium components and the thickest shells on the market. The Power Saver Technology with SmartSpa Plus™ R18 insulation will save you thousands over the life of your hot tub or swim spa and the Easy-Care Technology makes maintenance simple.
Need further information? Contact Us...
Address: Thornhome House, Yieldshields, Carluke, South Lanarkshire, Scotland, ML8 4QD
Telephone: 01555 729 607
Email: office@penguinspas.com
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