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cs001 Vanto
A non-lounge hot tub, the Vanto® model features the same stylish design and powerful spa jetting system found on the popular-selling hot tub Vacanza® Series.
Overall rating:
4.6
/ 5
16 out of 17(94%)reviewers recommend this product.
Customer reviews for Vanto
Review 161 for Vanto
Overall rating
1
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5
Comfort
3
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5
Quality:
1
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5
Ease of Water Care
3
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5
Energy Efficiency
3
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5
Value:
1
/
5
johndoe44
fromColorado
What is your age range?55-65
Won't buy again unless Caldera provides access to parts
PostedMay 21, 2017
I purchased my spa with the waterfall feature. This no longer works due to a cheap plastic part cracking. It also affects usage of the spa itself as water spews out the opening where the waterfall control should be. I can't purchase the part from the dealer and see no access to parts online at Caldera. It's easy enough to take the apparatus out and replace the part if I could get the part. To replace the part I have to purchase the entire $35 apparatus to get one little cheap plastic part which probably costs less than $1 to make. It just shows a lack of consideration for the customer to even produce the product with such a cheap plastic single point of failure and then on top of that to not provide a way to replace the part.
By Customer Service Caldera Vanessa, May 24, 2017
I am sorry that your spa is in need of service. Replacement parts are available for the majority of the spas we have manufactured for the last 40 years. As it turns out some of the parts in the spa are made/supplied by other manufactures. The waterfall valve that you are referring to is one of those parts. It is supplied to us as one whole unit. I understand your frustration when you only need one part of the whole assembly. I will reach out to you and see if there is something that I can do to help. Thank you for your review and I look forward to working with you soon.
Review 162 for Vanto
Overall rating
5
/
5
Comfort
5
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5
Quality:
5
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5
Ease of Water Care
5
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5
Energy Efficiency
5
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5
Value:
4
/
5
Jimmy
fromTampa Bay
What is your age range?45-54
3 RELAXING YEARS
PostedApril 26, 2017
I hope readers know that all hot tubs are not the same. I have owned other brands and found out the hard way. I can tell you my Caldera Vanto is quiet and powerful. It needs almost no maintenance looks as new as the day I bought it.
I have spent many hours with my family relaxing and strongly recommend Caldera to anyone I speak to about hot tubs.
I have spent many hours with my family relaxing and strongly recommend Caldera to anyone I speak to about hot tubs.
0 of 1 found this review helpful.
Response from Caldera SpasBy Catherine, Caldera Spas Team , April 26, 2017
Thank you so much for your review. We are so happy to hear you are loving your Vanto. Enjoy the wellness!
Review 163 for Vanto
Overall rating
5
/
5
South Jersey
fromNorthfield, NJ
What is your age range?45-54
Wish we purchased it years ago!
PostedApril 10, 2017
We have only had the spa for 1 month but we love it!
1 of 1 found this review helpful.
By Customer Service Caldera Vanessa, April 25, 2017
Welcome to the Caldera Spa family! Thank you for your review.
Happy Hot Tubbing!
Happy Hot Tubbing!
Review 164 for Vanto
Overall rating
5
/
5
Comfort
4
/
5
Quality:
5
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5
Ease of Water Care
4
/
5
Energy Efficiency
4
/
5
Value:
4
/
5
Terry
fromnew York
What is your age range?45-54
Great hot tub first time
PostedMarch 23, 2017
My wife and I have done alot of shopping around. We have been very happy with this pick of the hot tubs that are out in the market. Myself, I have been very especially happy during the colder weather. I use the hot tub on a weekly basis. I am very happy with the vanto hot tub. I do not regret making this purchase. Well worth the value, effort and time that was invested to make the right choice. Thanks caldera for a great value... cannot express enough how much I enjoy my hot tub. P.S. with the aurround system.
0 of 1 found this review helpful.
Response from Caldera SpasBy Catherine, Caldera Spas Team , March 27, 2017
Thank you very much for your review, Terry! We are happy to hear that you are loving your Vacanza Vanto. Enjoy the wellness.
Review 165 for Vanto
Overall rating
5
/
5
Comfort
5
/
5
Quality:
5
/
5
Ease of Water Care
5
/
5
Energy Efficiency
4
/
5
Value:
5
/
5
Boomer
fromHonoeye NY
What is your age range?45-54
Tub is wonderful!
PostedMarch 13, 2017
Our tub is wonderful! this was the best gift my wife and i ever gave ourselves!
Response from Caldera SpasBy Catherine, Caldera Spas Team , March 16, 2017
Thank you for your review! We are so happy you can enjoy your spa with your wife. Enjoy the wellness!
Review 166 for Vanto
Overall rating
5
/
5
Comfort
4
/
5
Quality:
5
/
5
Ease of Water Care
4
/
5
Energy Efficiency
4
/
5
Value:
4
/
5
James
fromSouth Dakota
What is your age range?35-44
Month old
PostedFebruary 10, 2017
We did our research and have loved our spa. Took only about a week for us to grasp and understand how to care for the water. We have used it as a family almost every night. Great conversations are happening between my wife and I and our 2 daughters.
Response from Caldera SpasBy Vanessa, Customer Service, February 20, 2017
Hello Month Old.
I think it's great that you and your family are spending quality time while relaxing in your spa.
Thank you for your review.
I think it's great that you and your family are spending quality time while relaxing in your spa.
Thank you for your review.
Review 167 for Vanto
Overall rating
5
/
5
Soaking it up
fromSan Diego, CA
What is your age range?35-44
Love this spa!
PostedDecember 28, 2016
I bought the Caldera Vanto at La Costa Pool & Spa in San Marcos, and I am so glad I did! I was lucky to meet the owner who sat me in every spa until I found the perfect fit in the Vanto. This spa fits tall and short people and the jets are perfect. I put off purchasing a spa because I thought it would be too much work. But this spa makes it easy. It has definitely been worth it and I know I have a reputable dealer and product should I need anything along the way. Thanks Caldera!
By Customer Service Caldera Vanessa, January 5, 2017
Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your spa experience. Having a great spa and wonderful dealer makes for relaxing spa ownership . Glad to know you are enjoying.
Happy Hot Tubbing!
Happy Hot Tubbing!
Review 168 for Vanto
Overall rating
4
/
5
MM
fromIncline Village, NV
What is your age range?35-44
We love our new spa
PostedDecember 2, 2016
We absolutely love our new spa. We especially love the foot sprays, which I've never seen on a spa before. The only reason I give it 4 instead of 5 stars is because I wish there were an option to have all of the jets on low. Unfortunately, the only low option only turns on two of the jets, while the other two options have some or all of the jets on high. The jets are actually somewhat painful for me on high and not relaxing, but I love them on low. No biggie, since I can usually snag one of the two jets turned on when we have it on the low setting, but that would be a change I'd like to see perhaps.
By Customer Service Caldera Vanessa, December 12, 2016
I am glad to hear that you are enjoying your spa. We also appreciate your feedback. I will be sure to pass your comments to our operations team.
Thank you for your spa review.
Thank you for your spa review.
Review 169 for Vanto
Overall rating
1
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5
Comfort
3
/
5
Quality:
1
/
5
Ease of Water Care
1
/
5
Energy Efficiency
3
/
5
Value:
1
/
5
Charlie
fromSea Girt NJ
What is your age range?55-65
Not pleased with filtration/heating
PostedOctober 5, 2016
I am disappointed with this purchase. I have had a number of tubs over the past 30 years. With this spa there is a connectivity between the filter cycle and the heating of the tub. If you set the tub for 100 degrees, once the tub reaches that temp, the filter cycle stops and does not resume until the tub goes below the set temperature. I like to filter the tub alot as it helps keep it clear without too much chemical intervention. This tub does not allow you to do that because of the connection to the set temperature. As a result the tub does not maintain clarity. My calls to the distributor and manufacturer confirmed that there is no fix for this. Fatal flaw in my opinion
Response from Caldera SpasBy Vanessa, Customer Service, November 21, 2016
Hello Resolutions. Thank you for taking the time to look at our website and considering Caldera Spas. We do our best to address every issue. Many times we are succesful in helping get the spa back in working order. We do encourage spa owners to post outcomes, however it is up to them. If you have specific questions, Customer Service can be reached at 800-669-1881 ext 8432. Thank you for your comment.
Response from Caldera SpasBy Vanessa, Customer Service, November 21, 2016
Hello Waiting for your contact. I see that you were emailed. Emails will come from Watkinsmfg.com. Please look in your spam folder. I believe you are already working with one of our agents. If you need further assistance we can be contacted at 800-669-1881. Thank you for your time.
By Customer Service Caldera Vanessa, October 7, 2016
Hello veteran hot tub owner. Thank you for your review.
I am sorry to hear that you are having trouble with your spa. The Vanto spa has two filter times separate from heating. I would like to learn more about what your experiencing with your spa. Please look for an email from me in your inbox. I look forward in working with you soon.
I am sorry to hear that you are having trouble with your spa. The Vanto spa has two filter times separate from heating. I would like to learn more about what your experiencing with your spa. Please look for an email from me in your inbox. I look forward in working with you soon.
Review 170 for Vanto
Overall rating
1
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5
Comfort
5
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5
Quality:
1
/
5
Ease of Water Care
5
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5
Energy Efficiency
4
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5
Value:
2
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5
L41
fromNC
What is your age range?45-54
Euro Jets are defective and cannot get service from dealer
PostedAugust 26, 2016
The Vanzo has 27 Euro Jets. They began breaking off immediately. For over a year I repeatedly contacted the dealer and manufacturer requesting installation with non-defective Euro Jets. They promised me they would come but never did.
The manufacturer service representative acknowledged the defect in the Euro Jets... "We did have some issues with the materials for the smaller “Euro Jets” during 3rd Quarter 2014 – the jets have been reengineered, thus this should not happen again with the newer style."
I still have missing covers on my Euro Jets :-(
By Customer Service Caldera Vanessa, August 30, 2016
Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your spa experience.
I see that you have been working with one of our senior agents in regards to your jet covers. I am sorry that this was an initial issue. We have sent replacement, redesigned jet covers 3 times over the last year. Even though you have confirmed that they have been received you also admitted to misplacing them. I understand your tub is in a rental unit and may have many tenets come and go.
Even though your spa is not under warranty due to it being in a rental home, we are still trying to do the right thing and provide you with proper jet covers. Perhaps we can send them to your place of business or your primary home.
While we do our best to continue to innovate and create an expertly designed spa, we also work to provide all of our spa owners with excellent customer service. I will be reaching out to you to see how we can resolve this issue.
I see that you have been working with one of our senior agents in regards to your jet covers. I am sorry that this was an initial issue. We have sent replacement, redesigned jet covers 3 times over the last year. Even though you have confirmed that they have been received you also admitted to misplacing them. I understand your tub is in a rental unit and may have many tenets come and go.
Even though your spa is not under warranty due to it being in a rental home, we are still trying to do the right thing and provide you with proper jet covers. Perhaps we can send them to your place of business or your primary home.
While we do our best to continue to innovate and create an expertly designed spa, we also work to provide all of our spa owners with excellent customer service. I will be reaching out to you to see how we can resolve this issue.
Review 171 for Vanto
Overall rating
5
/
5
One Life
fromVacaville , CA
What is your age range?45-54
Great Feeling
PostedAugust 18, 2016
The thought of being able to get into my Caldera spa after work makes me start relaxing immediately. I often feel the stress in my neck and shoulder area. Anticipating soaking in my spa melts my tightness away. Thank you Caldera!
Review 172 for Vanto
Overall rating
4
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5
Comfort
5
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5
Quality:
5
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5
Ease of Water Care
5
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5
Energy Efficiency
4
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5
Value:
4
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5
RC
fromMiddletown, DE
What is your age range?45-54
Vanto review
PostedAugust 17, 2016
Very happy with Vanto hot tub. Easy and simple to use and maintain. Local dealer very professional with install and providing me with maintenance tips and suggestions. Glad I went with Caldera Spas.
Review 173 for Vanto
Overall rating
4
/
5
Comfort
5
/
5
Quality:
4
/
5
Ease of Water Care
4
/
5
Energy Efficiency
4
/
5
Value:
4
/
5
tom
fromgrafton,il
What is your age range?55-65
my body saver
PostedAugust 15, 2016
got to love it.had to get it before knee replacement.smart move on my part
Review 174 for Vanto
Overall rating
5
/
5
Stephanie777
fromOceanside ca
What is your age range?25-34
Love my Caldera
PostedAugust 15, 2016
We previously had a spa and it was nothing compared to Caldera! Best ever!!!!
Review 175 for Vanto
Overall rating
4
/
5
Comfort
4
/
5
Quality:
3
/
5
Ease of Water Care
4
/
5
Energy Efficiency
4
/
5
Value:
5
/
5
TheGolfer
fromSunriver, OR
What is your age range?45-54
Great hot tub
PostedAugust 9, 2016
Our old hot tub finally died. We purchased the Vanto hot tub and are happy with our purchase. The largest driver of the purchase was the value to tub provided. We rent our place 130 days/year and use it another 30 ourselves. Thus, we wanted a tub that was pretty basic, but appeared / was comfortable. We also didn't want to pay the exorbitant prices some of these manufacturers suggest. The Vanto met all those goals.
Review 176 for Vanto
Overall rating
5
/
5
Comfort
4
/
5
Quality:
4
/
5
Ease of Water Care
5
/
5
Energy Efficiency
5
/
5
Value:
5
/
5
Melimey
fromCarlsbad, CA
What is your age range?45-54
Never thought I'd get a hot tub......
PostedAugust 9, 2016
....but so glad I did! If you've never had one you will quickly find it's so much more than just a place to relax in after a hard day's work: the therapeutic benefits of the massage jets have worked wonders (and probably saved me a few trips to the chiropractor). It's great in the winter but just as good in the summer when it's warm out.
Review 177 for Vanto
Overall rating
4
/
5
Comfort
5
/
5
Quality:
5
/
5
Ease of Water Care
3
/
5
Energy Efficiency
5
/
5
Value:
4
/
5
ronnAK
fromAnchorage, AK
What is your age range?Over 65
The Hut Tub is very good.
PostedAugust 8, 2016
I am very happy with the Hot Tub and the features are just what I need. My only reservation is the Frog system. It seems to go through the bromine cartridges very fast. After one week I get a low Br reading and there is still Br in the cartridge. I shake it and get another week out of it. I am seriously considering trying a Br tablet floating dispenser rather than the Frog..
By Customer Service Caldera Vanessa, November 21, 2016
I am glad to hear that you are enjoying your Vanto Spa. Water care can some getting use to. I will reach out to you to see how I can help. In the meantime you can switch the Bromine and Mineral cartage around and see if that provides you with a better result. Also, a floater is not recommend becasue the tables concentration is too strong for your spa and can cause damage to the cover and the spa. Thank you for your review.
Review 178 for Vanto
Overall rating
5
/
5
Comfort
5
/
5
Quality:
5
/
5
Ease of Water Care
5
/
5
Energy Efficiency
5
/
5
Value:
5
/
5
Ron
fromKansas
What is your age range?45-54
My hottub experience
PostedAugust 8, 2016
We thoroughly enjoy our spa. It is an awesome replacement for the first spa I owned. My only concern after 1 year is the chrome rings on the Jets won't stay in place. After each use we have to replace 2 or 3. It's not a big deal it would be nice if they would stay in place.
Review 179 for Vanto
Overall rating
5
/
5
Comfort
5
/
5
Quality:
5
/
5
Ease of Water Care
4
/
5
Energy Efficiency
3
/
5
Value:
4
/
5
SJ
fromVermont
What is your age range?55-65
Great tub!
PostedAugust 8, 2016
Here's what I love the most about the tub: the center area is so large that when there are 6 or more people in it our feet don't touch! That's really unusual. Everything else about the tub is perfect for us. Using it in a blizzard is fantastic.
Review 180 for Vanto
Overall rating
5
/
5
Comfort
5
/
5
Quality:
5
/
5
Ease of Water Care
4
/
5
Energy Efficiency
4
/
5
Value:
5
/
5
Happy Hot Tubber
fromEugene, OR
What is your age range?45-54
Love The Extra Seats - No Lounge!
PostedAugust 5, 2016
This is our third hot tub and I am so glad we chose a model without a lounge. We never used the lounge in our previous hot tubs and we love having the extra seats.