We first headed straight to the Mumsnet community to get honest, unbiased opinions from our users. We looked out for the products they’ve put through their paces, evaluating which hot tubs were the most durable, comfortable, easy to use and great value for money. Expert opinions

As a general rule, the smaller your Lay Z Spa is, the quieter it will be, but large capacity models like the Helsinki Airjet hot tub or Napa can easily hit 70db when running at full power! Why You May Need a Soundproof Box for Your Hot Tub Pump Your children’s bedrooms are nearby. Best hot tub I ever sat in was a wood fired one, no bubbles but no noise. You can get wooden ones or steel ones.” (Recommended by Mumsnetter GenderApostate19) Our verdict All Lay Z Spas made after 2021 come with the Lay Z Spa noise reduction system. This high-tech gadget sits inside your pump, lessening operational noise by efficiently managing which mechanisms are whirring away. Where to Buy Style: Inflatable | Number of jets: 130 | Outer dimensions: 210cm x 210cm x 65cm | Inner dimensions: 160cm x 160cm x 65cm | Heating: 1200w | Water volume: 1,000 litres | Capacity: 6 people | LED lights: No What we love Responsible Lay Z Spa owners will, of course, be considerate of those around them, but you also need to keep your own happiness in mind!Style: Inflatable | Number of jets: 87 | Outer dimensions: 180cm x 180cm x 66cm | Inner dimensions: 130cm x 130cm x 65cm | Heating: 2000w | Water volume: 1,123 litres | Capacity: 7 people | LED lights: No What we love You’re not going to be able to properly relax in a hot tub that is too cold and equally you’re not going to enjoy sitting in one that is too hot. Generally, the best temperature for a hot tub is around 36 - 38 degrees C.

That’s your lot! We hope we’ve given you some insight into how best to reduce your Lay Z Spa noisiness and given you a few ideas about how you can soundproof your Lay Z Spa pump! Some people claim that hot tub noise can be louder than the hot tub owners themselves, so even if you think you’re having a silent soak, there may be an angry neighbour nearby that doesn’t appreciate your Lay Z Spa quite as much as you do!

3. Best hot tub for families: Lay-Z-Spa Helsinki 7-Person AirJet Hot Tub

The Helsinki Hot Tub – another one on this list by Lay-Z-Spa – is the UK’s top-selling hot tub and has two big bonuses. The first is that it seats up to seven people, while still having a small footprint, which means it’s ideal for families and parties but won’t take up too much space in your garden.