Expert Advice: Why Use FROG® @ease® in Your Hot Tub
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Why Switch Your Hot Tub from Traditional Chlorine to FROG® @ease®
Maintaining clean, comfortable, crystal-clear hot tub water shouldn’t feel like a chemistry class. Yet for many spa owners using traditional chlorine, it can be frustrating – constant testing, guessing how much sanitizer to add, fluctuating chlorine levels, skin and nose irritation, cloudy water… the list goes on and on…
That’s why so many hot tub owners are switching to FROG @ease, a smarter, easier, self-regulating System that uses SmartChlor® Technology + FROG Minerals to deliver clean water with far less work and far fewer harsh chemicals.
Here’s why hot tub owners everywhere are switching to FROG @ease from traditional chlorine:
- Consistently Clean Water – Automatically: SmartChlor maintains the ideal chlorine level without daily testing or dosing, keeping water consistently clean and balanced.
- Softer Water That Feels Better on Skin: FROG Minerals + low levels of SmartChlor make water gentler on skin, reduce chemical odor, and prevent swimsuit damage.
- Shock Only Once a Month, Not After Every Soak: One monthly non-chlorine shock dose is all that’s needed — SmartChlor self-regulates the rest for hassle-free maintenance.
- Fewer Harsh Chemicals & No Cyanuric Acid Buildup: Avoids CYA buildup from traditional chlorine, so water stays clearer longer and drains less frequently.
- Clearer, Cleaner, Trouble-Free Water: Automatic sanitizer release keeps water balanced, reducing cloudiness, discoloration, and chemical swings.
- Easy, Color-Changing Test Strips: Simple test strips show when SmartChlor levels are correct and when cartridges need replacement — no confusing color matching.
- Perfect for New, Busy & First-Time Hot Tub Owners: Hands-off, low-maintenance, consistent water care ideal for beginners or anyone who wants a simpler spa experience.
Let’s explore the difference starting with Consistently Clean Water – Automatically.
Consistently Clean Water – Automatically
Traditional chlorine drops in effectiveness every time people hop in the hot tub. After each soak, you must dose more chlorine to catch up. FROG @ease changes that entirely.
SmartChlor maintains a consistent low level of chlorine automatically — only releasing more when needed. You get clean, clear water without constantly adding chemicals.
What are the best types of chemical floaters for pools and hot tubs?
Top floaters include:
- FROG @ease Floating System (for SmartChlor)
- FROG Serene Bromine Floating System
- Traditional chlorine tablet floaters (less consistent & higher maintenance)
Floaters that regulate dosing — like FROG — give better, safer, more stable results.
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Softer Water That Feels Better on Skin
Because FROG @ease uses FROG Minerals + low levels of SmartChlor, the water feels noticeably softer than traditional chlorine-treated spas. You’ll experience:
- Less chemical smell
- No irritation and ruined swimsuits
- More comfortable, silky-feeling water
It’s a difference you can instantly feel.
What spa chemicals are best for sensitive skin?
Great options include:
- FROG @ease (low chlorine + minerals = gentler water)
- Non-chlorine shock like FROG Maintain (less harsh than traditional chlorine shock)
Mineral Systems are the most skin-friendly long-term solution.
Shock Only Once a Month, Not After Every Soak
Traditional chlorine systems require shocking after nearly every use.
But with FROG @ease?
✔ Only one FROG Maintain®, non-chlorine shock dose per month
✔ SmartChlor self-regulates the rest
That means more time enjoying your spa – not managing it.
Can I use FROGs maintain shock with other spa brands?
Yes — FROG Maintain® (the monthly shock packet) can be used in any hot tub, regardless of the brand. It’s a single-dose non-chlorine shock that works well with FROG @ease Systems or with traditional chlorine systems.
Fewer Harsh Chemicals & No Cyanuric Acid Buildup
Regular chlorine adds CYA (cyanuric acid) to your water, which builds up fast in hot tubs and forces premature draining. FROG @ease contains no CYA, helping your water last longer and stay clearer with fewer drains per year.
What are the best alternatives to chlorine for hot tub sanitation?
If you prefer lower-chlorine or chlorine-alternative systems, the best options include:
- FROG @ease SmartChlor + Minerals (low-chlorine)
- Mineral systems (like FROG Mineral Cartridges)
- Bromine (popular but can be harsher than FROG @ease)
- Salt systems (more maintenance-heavy)
For simplicity + water quality, FROG @ease is the leading low-chlorine option.
Clearer, Cleaner, Trouble-Free Water
Because SmartChlor releases sanitizer when your hot tub needs it, water stays balanced more consistently. You’ll see less:
- Cloudiness
- Discolored water
- Chemical swings
- Chlorination issues
Just clean, sparkling water with far less effort.
What is sodium thiosulfate for hot tubs?
Sodium thiosulfate is a chlorine neutralizer used to lower chlorine levels when they get too high. It’s safe for spas but should be used sparingly. With FROG @ease, you rarely need it because SmartChlor prevents over-chlorinating.
Easy, Color-Changing Test Strips
FROG @ease Test Strips turn dark magenta when SmartChlor is at the correct level — no confusing color matching required. They also tell you exactly when the SmartChlor Cartridge needs replacing. Say hello to easy water testing!
Are FROG @ease refills compatible with all spa models?
FROG @ease works with most hot tubs, including brands that accept the FROG In-Line System and those that use the FROG @ease Floating System. If your spa doesn’t have an in-line housing, the floating system works in any hot tub up to 600 gallons.
What are the best replacement cartridges for spas and hot tubs?
Top replacement cartridges include:
- FROG @ease SmartChlor Cartridges
- FROG Mineral Cartridges
- FROG Serene Bromine Cartridges
- OEM filters from your spa manufacturer
- Aftermarket high-quality filter cartridges (Pleatco, Unicel)
For FROG @ease users, replacing SmartChlor + Minerals on schedule is key.
Perfect for New, Busy & First-Time Hot Tub Owners
If you want water care that’s…
- Easy
- Hands-off
- Low-maintenance
- Consistent
- Beginner-friendly
…FROG @ease is the ideal upgrade from traditional chlorine.
What are low-maintenance hot tubs?
A low-maintenance spa typically features:
- A built-in FROG @ease In-Line System or FROG @ease Floating System
- High-quality filters
- Good insulation to reduce drain/refill frequency
Choosing FROG @ease alone can cut water-care work by over 75% compared to traditional chlorine.
What are the best FROG spa starter kits available?
One outstanding option is the FROG Balancing Basics ™ Kit.
This all-in-one starter kit is designed to simplify your hot tub water care from the get-go. It includes everything you need to balance your hot tub (Total Alkalinity, pH, Total Hardness) before activating the ongoing sanitizer system, like FROG @ease.
With the FROG Balancing Basics Kit, you set the foundation correctly – so your sanitizer can take over with far less ongoing maintenance. Ask your local FROG Dealer about the Kit today!
*Compared to the minimum ANSI recommended chlorine level of 2.0 ppm for a hot tub.
∞ For pools and hot tubs.
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