If you've narrowed your search down to the Twilight Series, there's a good chance you've landed on the two biggest models in the line: the TS 8.2 and the TS 8.25. They look nearly identical in the cabinet and share the same 94" x 94" x 38" footprint, so the difference between them comes down to seating and jets rather than size.
The specs, side by side
| TS 8.2 | TS 8.25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 6 | 7 |
| Dimensions | 94" x 94" x 38" | 94" x 94" x 38" |
| Jets | 46 + 2 Master Blasters® | 43 + 2 Master Blasters® |
| Water capacity | 380 gallons | 395 gallons |
| Dry weight | 1,065 lbs | 1,100 lbs |
| Full weight | 5,345 lbs | 5,690 lbs |
Both models carry the full Twilight Series standard feature set: StressRelief Neck & Shoulder Seat, Master Blaster Foot Therapy, the Bio-Magnetic Therapy System, Orion Light System, Cabinet Lighting, EcoPur® Charge filtration, and an Ozone System. Both also offer the same four premium options (Master Clear Salt System, QuietFlo Water Care System, Fusion Air Sound System, and ABS Pan Bottom). Neither model gets nicer features than the other, so the decision is purely about seating and jet count inside the same footprint.
Which one is right for you
The TS 8.2 trades one seat for more jets per person. With 46 jets across 6 seats, it's built for owners who want a heavier, more concentrated hydrotherapy session for a smaller group.
The TS 8.25 adds a seventh seat, which matters if you regularly have a full house or want room for one more person without stepping up to a larger footprint. With 43 jets spread across 7 seats, the jet-to-person ratio is a bit lighter, but you gain flexibility for group soaks.
Since they're the same physical size, this decision doesn't come down to "will it fit my patio" the way it might between different series. It comes down to how many people you expect to have in the water at once.
See them side by side in person
Specs only tell you so much about seat depth and jet placement. If you're deciding between the TS 8.2 and the TS 8.25, the fastest way to actually feel the difference is to sit in both. Stop by any of our California showrooms, or check out the rest of the Twilight Series if you want to compare against the smaller TS 7.2 and 7.25 models too.