Nothing beats climbing into a hot bathtub that has pulsating water to soothe away the stress of the day. Both air and water jetted tubs can give you wonderful massaging benefits, but there is a big difference in how they work and need to be maintained.  

Air Jets

The air jet tubs are a great option for families with small children and for those who want a tub with less maintenance. Although they do not give as vigorous of a massage and can be noisier than their water jet counterparts, they do have other benefits. 

• Less maintenance. Air jets do not need extra cleaning as often, as they come with an automatic blow dry function that removes moisture.
  
• Safety. Air jets do not use suction so small toys and even your hair will not get pulled into the system. You can also have a small amount of water in the tub and not worry about damage to the system if you need it to bathe a small child.
  
• Bath Oils. You can use bath oils and salts with most air jet tubs. 

Water Jets

For adults that want a deeper massage, water jets are the way to go. However, there are some drawbacks. They do need to be cleaned every two to three weeks with a jet cleaner and you cannot use bath oils or salts with these tubs. They also use suction, which can pull small items into their system. But they do have some great benefits: 

• Hydrotherapy. These are the types of tubs that would be used in hydrotherapy by a physical therapist, making them wonderful if you have regular aches and pains.
  
• Quiet time. Water jet tubs are not as noisy and have less splashing then air jets, making it a more relaxing experience. 

Once you decide on the tub that is the best option for your home, a professional plumber can help you with your bathroom remodeling and install the tub for you. Then get out your rubber ducky and enjoy your water massage!