Lay-Z-Spa Rome
Square, insulated and app controlled for about £530.
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Is the Lay-Z-Spa Rome any good?
With 6.7 out of 10, the Lay-Z-Spa Rome ranks 4 of 32 in our comparison. Strengths: Heater in the wall and wifi app at a mid price, Insulated liner cuts heat loss. Weakness: Still an inflatable wall at heart. Best for: Buyers who want the convenience features of a foam tub at an inflatable price.
In short
The Rome is a square 180 cm inflatable sold for 4 to 6 people. It has the EnergySense insulated liner, the heater built into the wall and wifi control. Square tubs fit into corners and give each person a proper side to lean on. 4.5 out of 5 from 25 reviews.
Best for: Buyers who want the convenience features of a foam tub at an inflatable price.
What we like
- Heater in the wall and wifi app at a mid price
- Insulated liner cuts heat loss
- Square shape uses patio space well
What we don't
- Still an inflatable wall at heart
- Air bubbles only
- Small review base
Specifications
| Type | Inflatable |
|---|---|
| Shape | Square |
| Seats (maker's figure) | 6 |
| Outside size | 180 x 180 x 71 cm |
| Water | not published |
| Jets | 140 air jets |
| Wall and insulation | EnergySense insulated liner (maker claims up to 40 % more efficient) |
| Heater built into the wall | Yes |
| Heater power | not published |
| Wifi app | Yes |
| LED lights | No |
| 13 A plug and play | not published |
| Weight empty | 39.8 kg |
| Maker's guarantee | 2 years |
| Price checked | £530 |
Sources: the product page on Amazon.co.uk and the maker's own specs. If a value is missing, we found it published nowhere.
Score: 6.7 out of 10
Worked out from the specs above. How we score.
Lay-Z-Spa Rome: common questions
Is the Lay-Z-Spa Rome any good?
With 6.7 out of 10, the Lay-Z-Spa Rome ranks 4 of 32 in our comparison. Strengths: Heater in the wall and wifi app at a mid price, Insulated liner cuts heat loss. Weakness: Still an inflatable wall at heart. Best for: Buyers who want the convenience features of a foam tub at an inflatable price.
How many people fit in the Lay-Z-Spa Rome?
Lay-Z-Spa sells it for up to 6 people. It measures 180 x 180 x 71 cm on the outside, and the walls take up part of that. Makers count seats generously, so plan on fewer adults for real comfort.
Does the Lay-Z-Spa Rome have water jets?
No. It has 140 air bubble jets only. They feel relaxing but do not massage like water jets do.
Can I plug the Lay-Z-Spa Rome into a normal socket?
Tubs like this run from a 13 A socket. Use a weatherproof outdoor socket with RCD protection and no extension lead. On many inflatables the heater and the bubbles cannot run at the same time.
What guarantee comes with the Lay-Z-Spa Rome?
Up to 2 years from the maker. Guarantees on hot tubs often split between the liner and the pump, so check the terms.
How much does the Lay-Z-Spa Rome cost?
The last price we saw was £530, about £88 per seat. Hot tub prices climb before summer and drop around Black Friday, and the retailer shows the current price.
Alternatives to the Lay-Z-Spa Rome
An insulated six-seater that lacks the extras.
Wave's six-seater with a PU foam core.
A square budget tub with the heater in the wall.
Head-to-head comparisons
- Arebos Barcelona 6 vs Lay-Z-Spa Rome (£480 against £530)
- Lay-Z-Spa New York vs Lay-Z-Spa Rome (£550 against £530)
- Lay-Z-Spa Rome vs Nordivale Square 4-6 (£530 against £484)
- Lay-Z-Spa Rome vs Wave Atlantic 6 (£530 against £570)