Updated September 30, 2026 · HabitatCue Editorial Team
Artsauna vs softub
Artsauna
Higher score in this comparison
softub
Artsauna vs softub: the differences
| Compare | ArtsaunaReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | softubReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | €949.99 | £5,990 |
| Largest capacity (people) | 8Higher | 6 |
| Heater power (kW) | 2 | 1.4 |
| Delivery included | No | YesHas it |
| Markets | DE, FR, NL, AT, CH, BE, LU | GB, DE |
| Warranty | 2 years | Not confirmed |
| Finance | No | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Plug-and-play (13 A or 120 V) (Yes).
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Key differences
- Artsauna scores higher overall: 9.0 vs 8.5.
- Largest capacity (people) is higher at Artsauna: 8 vs 6.
- Delivery included: only softub.
- Support channels: only Artsauna offers Help centre.
- Artsauna is available in 5 more countries.
- Products: only Artsauna offers Sauna, Infrared sauna, Inflatable hot tub.
- Markets: only Artsauna offers FR, NL, AT.
- Markets: only softub offers GB.
Our verdict on each
Artsauna
Artsauna suits buyers across Germany and nearby Europe who want hot tubs and saunas in a single catalog at a modest entry point, with prices starting at €949.99. Plug and play setup and a range covering hot tub, sauna and infrared sauna make it a straightforward option, backed by a 2 years warranty.
softub
Softub suits buyers who want a simple, portable hot tub that needs no install fuss and arrives ready to fill. It is not the cheapest way in, since price from £5,990 sits high among the brands compared, and its range is narrow: hot tubs only.
Score breakdown
| Area | Artsauna | softub |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.4HigherEntry prices start at €949.99 and finance is not offered, so the full sum is due at purchase rather than spread. | 8.2Price from £5,990 is high against rivals, and delivery is included with plug and play setup. |
| Offer | 8.7The range spans hot tub, sauna and infrared sauna with plug and play setup, giving buyers hot tubs and saunas in one place. | 8.9HigherSeats max of 6 people, a 1.4 kW heater, plug and play setup and included delivery. |
| Trust | 8.9A warranty of 2 years matches the hot tub field median, and support runs on email, phone and help centre. | Not confirmed |
Choosing between them
Pick Artsauna if largest capacity (people) matter most.
Pick softub if delivery included matter most.
What we checked
Artsauna
- artsauna.de: 13 facts, checked September 30, 2026
softub
- softub.co.uk: 6 facts, checked September 30, 2026
- softub.de: 3 facts, checked September 30, 2026
- softub.com: 1 fact, checked September 30, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | Artsauna | softub |
|---|---|---|
| Hot tubs and swim spas | 6 of 14 | 12 of 14 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Artsauna | softub |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Hot tub, Sauna, Infrared sauna, Inflatable hot tubCovers more | Hot tub |
| Legal entity | Juskys Gruppe GmbH | Whirlpool & Living GmbH |
| Headquarters | Germany | Germany |
| Founded | 2007 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centreCovers more | Email, Phone |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Artsauna | softub | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Largest capacity (people) | 8above the median | 6below the median | 7 |
| Warranty | 2 yearsbelow the median | Not confirmed | 5 years |
| Heater power (kW) | 2above the median | 1.4lowest quarter | 1.84 |
Median across 21 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Artsauna
Pros
- A single catalog covers hot tub, sauna and infrared sauna, so a hot tub and a sauna can come from the same seller.
- Prices start at €949.99 and the range is plug and play, so no install crew is needed on top.
- Seating reaches 8 people, so a group fits without stepping up to an oversized unit.
Cons
- The warranty runs 2 years, so cover stops early on a product you expect to keep for years.
- Delivery is not included, so the entry price of €949.99 is the cost before transport.
- Finance is not offered, so the full €949.99 has to be found up front.
softub
Pros
- Plug and play, so there is no install project before the first soak
- Delivery included, which keeps the landed cost close to the listed price from £5,990
- Seats max of 6 people suits a family or a group of friends
Cons
- Product types cover hot tubs alone, while Lay-Z-Spa and Saunaloft both list inflatable hot tubs as well
- Price from £5,990 is well up the price comparison, so entry cost is the weak point
- Support channels listed are email and phone, with no chat or help centre option
Who each suits
Artsauna
Who it suits
- Buyers in Germany, FR and NL who want hot tubs and saunas from one seller.
- Families or groups who need roomy seating, since capacity reaches 8 people.
- Anyone who wants plug and play setup instead of a fixed installation.
Who should look elsewhere
- Lay-Z-Spa buyers after a cold plunge, since hot tub, inflatable hot tub and cold plunge lists one and hot tub, sauna and infrared sauna does not.
- Saunaloft shoppers planning a swim spa, which sits in hot tub, inflatable hot tub and swim spa but not in hot tub, sauna and infrared sauna.
- Wave Spas Main buyers who want a hot tub only focus, since hot tub and inflatable hot tub stays on hot tubs and inflatable hot tubs.
softub
Who it suits
- Homeowners or renters with a flat patio or decking and a nearby socket
- Families and groups who want to seat up to 6 people
- Buyers who prefer a soft-sided portable tub over a built structure
Who should look elsewhere
- Buyers on a tight budget, since price from £5,990 is high in the comparison
- Anyone after saunas or cold plunges, where Saunaloft lists a wider hot tub, inflatable hot tub and swim spa range
- Shoppers wanting an inflatable model, an option Lay-Z-Spa lists in its hot tub, inflatable hot tub and cold plunge
Country by country
| Country | Artsauna | softub |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | Yes | No |
| Belgium | Yes | No |
| France | Yes | No |
| Luxembourg | Yes | No |
| Netherlands | Yes | No |
| Switzerland | Yes | No |
| United Kingdom | No | Yes |
| Germany | Yes | Yes |
Questions about each
Artsauna
What does an Artsauna hot tub or sauna cost at entry?+
Prices start at €949.99 for the range, which covers hot tub, sauna and infrared sauna. That is the figure shown at the entry point, and it is an upfront outlay rather than a monthly charge. Plan for transport on top, since delivery is not included in the listed price.
Is delivery included in the price?+
Delivery is not included, so the entry price of €949.99 covers the unit only. Support runs on email, phone and help centre, so it is worth asking what transport to your address would add before you order, especially for a full sized whirlpool that has to reach a garden or terrace.
softub
How much does a Softub hot tub cost?+
Softub lists a price from £5,990, and delivery is included at that entry point. That figure covers getting the tub to you rather than adding a separate delivery charge later. It ranks 23 of 25 brands in our price comparison, so it is not the lowest ticket in the category.
Do I need to install a Softub hot tub?+
No install work is needed. Plug and play is listed as a feature, so the tub runs from a standard connection and can be moved if your setup changes. It also means no fixed base to build, which suits renters as well as homeowners.
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