Updated September 30, 2026 · HabitatCue Editorial Team
Bullfrog Spas vs softub
Bullfrog Spas
Higher score in this comparison
softub
Where Bullfrog Spas and softub differ
| Compare | Bullfrog SpasReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | softubReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $8,395 | £5,990 |
| Largest capacity (people) | 13Higher | 6 |
| Plug-and-play (13 A or 120 V) | No | YesHas it |
| Markets | US, CA, GB | GB, DE |
| Warranty | 5 to 10 years | Not confirmed |
| Heater power (kW) | Not confirmed | 1.4 |
| Delivery included | Not confirmed | Yes |
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Key differences
- Bullfrog Spas scores higher overall: 8.7 vs 8.5.
- Largest capacity (people) is higher at Bullfrog Spas: 13 vs 6.
- Plug-and-play (13 A or 120 V): only softub.
- Support channels: only Bullfrog Spas offers Help centre.
- Bullfrog Spas is available in 1 more country.
- Products: only Bullfrog Spas offers Swim spa.
- Markets: only Bullfrog Spas offers US, CA.
- Markets: only softub offers DE.
Our verdict on each
Bullfrog Spas
Bullfrog Spas suits households planning to seat a large group in a single tub, and buyers who will pay more at entry for warranty cover of 5 to 10 years. Seats max out at 13 people, the biggest number in the comparison, and the range starts at $8,395.
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 | Bullfrog Spas | softub |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.1Entry $8,395 puts the brand 24 of 25 on price from, near the priciest end of the group. | 8.2HigherPrice from £5,990 is high against rivals, and delivery is included with plug and play setup. |
| Offer | 9.1HigherSeats max of 13 people outruns the 8 seating median here, and the range adds a swim spa. | 8.9Seats max of 6 people, a 1.4 kW heater, plug and play setup and included delivery. |
| Trust | 9.3Warranty cover of 5 to 10 years, support on email, phone and help centre, and a named legal entity behind the brand. | Not confirmed |
How they place
| Ranking | Bullfrog Spas | softub |
|---|---|---|
| Hot tubs and swim spas | 10 of 14 | 12 of 14 |
Choosing between them
Pick Bullfrog Spas if largest capacity (people) matter most.
Pick softub if plug-and-play (13 a or 120 v) matter most.
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | Bullfrog Spas | softub |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | United States | Germany |
Available in 1 country for both. Additional countries for Bullfrog Spas: 2. Additional countries for softub: 1.
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Bullfrog Spas | softub |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Hot tub, Swim spaCovers more | Hot tub |
| Legal entity | Bullfrog International, LC | Whirlpool & Living GmbH |
| Headquarters | United States | Germany |
| Founded | 1996 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centreCovers more | Email, Phone |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Bullfrog Spas | softub | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Largest capacity (people) | 13highest quarter | 6below the median | 7 |
| Warranty | 5 to 10 yearsabove the median | Not confirmed | 5 |
| Heater power (kW) | Not confirmed | 1.4lowest quarter | 1.84 |
Median across 21 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Bullfrog Spas
Pros
- Seats of 13 people give the group its largest bathing capacity, ranking 1 of 21 on the measure.
- Warranty cover of 5 to 10 years runs well past the 2 year median for hot tubs on this site.
- The range spans hot tub and swim spa, so a swim spa is available alongside a hot tub.
Cons
- Plug and play is no, so anyone hoping for a tub that needs no setup visit will look past this brand.
- Entry at $8,395 ranks 24 of 25 brands on price from, making it one of the costliest starts in the group.
- Support runs on email, phone and help centre only, with no live chat or community forum listed for owners.
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
Bullfrog Spas
Who it suits
- Households that fill a single tub with the whole family, since seats reach 13 people.
- Buyers who rank warranty length above entry price, with cover of 5 to 10 years.
- Shoppers in the United States, CA and GB who want a hot tub and a swim spa under a single brand.
Who should look elsewhere
- Lay-Z-Spa buyers, since hot tub, inflatable hot tub and cold plunge adds inflatable hot tubs and a cold plunge to a range Bullfrog Spas covers as hot tub and swim spa.
- Saunaloft shoppers, since hot tub, inflatable hot tub and swim spa pairs a swim spa with sauna and infrared sauna models, none of which sit in the Bullfrog Spas range of hot tub and swim spa.
- Wave Spas Main buyers after an inflatable tub, since hot tub and inflatable hot tub covers inflatable hot tubs while Bullfrog Spas lists hot tub and swim spa.
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 | Bullfrog Spas | softub |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | Yes | No |
| Germany | No | Yes |
| United States | Yes | No |
| United Kingdom | Yes | Yes |
Questions about each
Bullfrog Spas
How much does a Bullfrog Spas hot tub cost?+
Entry pricing starts at $8,395. That places the brand 24 of 25 brands on price from, so the starting figure sits close to the priciest end of the group. The figure covers the range as a whole rather than a single model.
How many people fit in a Bullfrog Spas tub?+
Seats max out at 13 people, the highest count recorded among the brands compared on that measure, at 1 of 21. For scale, the site median for seating is 7, so this is a genuinely large tub rather than a couple's bath.
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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