The Truth: Marquis Vector 21 Spa, Hot Tubs University & Chris Wheatley

01:06 - Foam
02:37 - Motor
03:30 - Shell
05:50 - Jets
08:30 - V.O.L.T
09:15 - Water Fall
12:24 - Underfilled
13:32 - Microsilk

Hot Tubs Albuquerque
1529 Eubank Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 271–4200

[chuckodonnell]

I have owned my marquis hot tub for over 3 years. This is a fantastic unit. We absolutely love the micro silk option and use it every time we are enjoying our hot tub. As others have said Hot Tubs Albuqueruqe is an outstanding retailer and their service is top notch. As the video recommends you should experience the marquee product before finalizing your purchase.

[dwadeforlifeify]

I work in the glass department at Marquis, and the foam “supports” are only there so that we can have the tubs stand up straight to work on them. There is no other use.

[yorkchu]

I am currently in the process of purchasing my first spa/hot tub in Las Vegas area. I watched Chris' videos as I thought it was informational for a new buyer like me. Even before watching this video I knew he was biased to one brand that I found out he sells. I will be looking at Marquis Vector 21 as an alternative and drop the 8.2 model of the brand he is pushing. Glad I found this video.

[marthacross]

A careful, truthful, professionally-made video.

[keeponcruisin]

I rocked a Premium Leisure PR982 when we became an authorized dealer for Marquis/Vector spas. 575 gallon 8 seater tub with three 5hp pumps. Brutally big party tub but I would have traded it in a heartbeat for that floor model my Rep Jason and I put in at our store.
I'm currently a spa repair technician and truth be told, never had a call or seen a Marquis spa in the field needing repair.
I think it's buyers are "of a certain caliber".
I've had to service plenty of HotSprings and Bahama spas in the field. Sometimes a MAAX/Vita but damn those Vita are like 30 years old and still holding water/just need a pump. I also see plenty in the field that are owner neglected. They don't take care of their water properly. That and not clean filters often enough/soak Muratic acid/water overnight ever.
Those of you that are shopping or are new tub owners, I strongly suggest you go get another backup filter for your spa. They come in handy for cleanings and also extend your time needed before store run for filter.
I did finally get a Marquis Mirage LE from 2002 and am going to fix it up and get it going soon. It needs a pump. No biggie. I can source one easily.
So far every Marquis I've ever seen is Balboa equipped so I or anyone is good when it comes to "parts" for any Marquis/Vector spa.
If a person keeps their water balanced, cleans the filter/replaces filter as needed, turns off the air venturi to jets when not is use they can extend the life of their tub, it's components and it's cover.
It's really not that hard folks.

[ryansaunders]

Just wow. Chris has finally shown his true colors. Full of himself. Any credibility he did have has just been done in by his ego. Thanks for the video Steve.

[fsg]

Why is it that the more videos I watch about this industry and their sales techniques, the more it feels like I'm back in the 1960's being assaulted by aluminum siding salesmen? You really can't trust anyone posting supposedly "objective" reviews. This is an industry that needs to include a hot shower with disinfecting soap as part of the buying process.

[racey]

My local spa shop sell Marquis and also Bullfrog (rebranded Villeroy & Boch). I've wet tested the vector range and was impressed but here in the U.K Marquis are ludicrously expensive, the Signature series were like £18000 for the Epic. I managed to get a Master Spa Michael Phelps 7 (LSX 700) for £10000 which was a £3k discount. The Phelps blows the Vector into the weeds in terms of performance (from my experience) but that's just me, I'm sure most people will find the vector absolutely fine and even think the reverse to me. I had quite a few email conversations with Chris before I bought a tub and guess what...he recommended I go local and get the Marquis, he always came across as very honest and helpful. He just said they were having a few quality issues but other than that they were one of the top brands out there. The fact is, there is probably no other industry I have come across where there is so much misinformation, opposing opinions and down right bullshit. Competitors are always going to throw crap at one another and it's a nightmare working out who is talking sense and who isn't. I suspect the vast majority of people who don't like Chris and slate him like Steve are hot tub ones that sells brands that Chris doesn't like. I honestly think if you have a good reputable dealer you can't go far wrong with any quality brand. I have a decent nose for bullshit and I don't smell as much of it with Chris than other hot tub experts... his recommendations are simple and make sense. Strong shell, good readily available components, no bells and whistles, good insulation and most importantly....choose a good dealer. How can any of that be bad advice ? Everyone says he steers everyone towards Master Spa....read through his blog because that's not the case at all, he recommends many brands including Marquis. I wish Hot Tubs Albuquerque all the best :-)

[will-smith-nh]

We've had our Vector 21 for six years and love it.
No issues.

[kaidefoe]

Excellent video!!! Very well put together. Super informative! Thank you for creating this video!

[brianherndon]

An honest, thoughtful, just-the-facts review of Marquis Vector 21 hot tub. Hot Tubs Albuquerque is the best hot tub spa dealer in the entire southwest.

[jonseres]

This is the professional equivalent of a curb stomp. God I love it.

[renehuston]

Thanks Steve. This is such a great product and your knowledge is appreciated.

[bayside]

I watched goofy Chris's video & then right after the video I called Judy purchased her 2016 Signature Series Rendezvous by Marquis for $1, 700 in very well maintained condition.

[Mallow-yg]

I actually sadly steered away from Marquis after seeing Chris’s video on it, and that being said, I also stopped listening to him and watching his videos because one day he says he loves a certain brand and the next day he hates them so how can anyone trust him.

[Primane]

Looked at a marquis dealer spa on the floor - not full foam - not clamped lines (some were, most werent). Why are they not doing these things?

[stevecheng]

Its intentional, not bias. its show the true color and trustworthiness of Chris Wheatley.

[gerrykaplan]

Awesome. I'm in the market for a hot tub and this was the best review I've seen so far.

[jonnyjones]

These look amazing if I could buy one in the uk for my dad who's a key worker I would, but even I can't afford one.

[seattledubsix]

Im in Seattle and was depending on that guys reviews..I thought he recommended Marquis before so as Im considering a tub I looked him up and found that video. I saw yours after watching while about to log off for the evening. I think you broke down every aspect of his revenge review...He started off the video saying Marquis dissed him...Nobody owes flying out a guy who does reviews and sells competing brands a plane ride and access to their factories and time. This was 110% a revenge video.. Marquis is lucky to have you combatting his false message to us shoppers.. He felt "dissed" and not only looked for flaws but misrepresented and convoluted things. I will choose Marquis when ready as you strike me as having integrity. Cheers & sorry you had to waste your time repairing an image that shouldn't of been targeted.