Quick verdict
The efficiency play — insulation and smart scheduling built to keep the electric bill down, especially in cool weather. Worth it for year-round users.
Ideal for
- Cool-climate / year-round use
- Owners worried about running cost
- App-scheduling fans
Not ideal for
- Warm-climate occasional users (overkill)
- Bargain hunters
The full picture
The Palm Springs is Coleman's answer to the biggest complaint about inflatable spas: running cost. It pairs the 4–6 person, 140-AirJet platform with EnergySense construction — better insulation in the walls and cover — plus smart app control to schedule heating for off-peak efficiency. In cool climates especially, holding heat is where the money goes, and the improved insulation makes the difference between an affordable soak and a scary electric bill. You still get the easy setup and 104°F max, with the same air-bubble massage. It's a smart pick for anyone who plans to run their spa through the cooler months and wants to keep costs sane.
Coleman Palm Springs EnergySense Smart AirJet Plus Hot Tub (4–6 Person) at a glance
- Capacity
- 4–6 people
- Jets
- 140 AirJet (air bubbles)
- Water capacity (gal)
- 222
- Max temperature (°F)
- 104
- Material
- Puncture-resistant Fiber-Tech (EnergySense)
- App control
- Yes
- LED lighting
- No
- Freeze protection
- Yes
- Filter type
- Cartridge
- Inflated size
- 71 x 71 x 28 in
- Notable feature
- EnergySense insulation + smart scheduling to cut running cost
Source: Compiled from manufacturer specifications, retailer listings, and aggregated owner feedback. Specs and prices change — confirm with the retailer before buying.
This is a research-based review — our analysis draws on manufacturer specifications, manuals, warranty terms, and verified owner feedback rather than our own hands-on testing, and we note where a detail couldn't be confirmed. How we review
The in-depth review
The Palm Springs is Coleman's answer to the biggest complaint about inflatable spas: running cost.
Built to hold heat
It pairs the 4-6 person, 140-AirJet platform with EnergySense construction — better insulation in the walls and cover — plus smart app control to schedule heating for efficient times. Holding temperature is where the money goes, especially in cool weather, and the improved insulation is the difference between an affordable soak and a scary electric bill.
The tradeoffs
You pay a premium for the efficiency features, and in a warm climate where you're rarely fighting the cold, they matter less — a standard SaluSpa may be the better value there. It's still air-jet only, so this is about running cost and smart control, not a different massage. And it heats slowly like every inflatable tub.
Performance breakdown
Research-based editorial judgments from specs, warranty terms, and verified owner feedback — not lab measurements. How we score
Pros and cons
What works
- EnergySense insulation cuts running cost
- Smart app scheduling
- Better cold-weather performance
- Proven SaluSpa platform
What doesn't
- Premium price
- Air jets only
- Efficiency gains less relevant in warm climates
- App can be finicky
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Frequently asked questions
What is EnergySense?
It’s Coleman’s improved-insulation construction (walls and cover) designed to reduce heat loss, which is where most of an inflatable spa’s running cost goes. Combined with smart scheduling, it lowers the electric bill, especially in cool weather.
Is it worth it in a warm climate?
Less so — if you rarely fight the cold, the insulation upgrade matters less and a standard SaluSpa may be the better value. The Palm Springs shines where you’re heating against cool or cold air.
How much can it save on electricity?
It varies with climate and usage, but better insulation plus scheduling heating for efficient times noticeably trims costs versus an uninsulated tub. The exact savings depend on your rates and weather.
Does it have water jets?
No — 140 AirJets (air bubbles). The Palm Springs is about efficiency and smart control, not a different massage type.
Can I use it in winter?
Yes, and it’s built for it — freeze-protection plus the EnergySense insulation make cold-weather use more practical and affordable than a basic model.
Palm Springs or Atlantis?
Both add app control and insulation over the base SaluSpa; the Palm Springs leans hardest into energy efficiency. If running cost in cool weather is your top concern, it’s the pick.