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NEW DOSING TECHNOLOGY

Liquid Just
Got Smarter.

Experience the Most Intelligent Salt System on the Planet, Now with Precision Dosing.
Freshwater IQ
NEW DOSING TECHNOLOGY

Liquid Just
Got Smarter.

Experience the Most Intelligent Salt System on the Planet, Now with Precision Dosing.

Water Care That Works For You.

24/7 WATER MONITORING

Our FreshWater® IQ Smart Monitoring System regularly monitors your spa’s pH, chlorine, and salt levels, displaying updates and step-by-step guidance to your spa’s touchscreen or your smartphone.*
24/7 WATER MONITORING

ONE-TOUCH CHEMICAL DOSING

With a tap, our new Dosing System dispenses the right amount of pH Up, pH Down, or Phosphate Remover, making it easy to balance your spa water.
ONE-TOUCH CHEMICAL DOSING

BUILT-IN SALT-TO-CHLORINE GENERATION

Our patented FreshWater IQ Salt System automatically converts salt into chlorine, reducing harsh chemicals while keeping water fresh, so on skin, and gentle on eyes for up to a full year.**
BUILT-IN SALT-TO-CHLORINE GENERATION

SMART RECOMMENDATIONS WHEN WATER NEEDS ATTENTION

FreshWater IQ does the thinking for you. Smart alerts and step-by-step recommendations mean less time maintaining your spa and more time enjoying it.
SMART RECOMMENDATIONS WHEN WATER NEEDS ATTENTION

ENJOY CLEAN, BALANCED WATER

Fully integrated and intelligently designed, FreshWater IQ delivers crystal-clear, soak-worthy spa water with less effort.
ENJOY CLEAN, BALANCED WATER

Three Innovative Technologies. One Seamless Experience.

FreshWater IQ blends three game-changing innovations, FreshWater Salt, Smart Monitoring and new Dosing Systems into one integrated solution.
Three Innovative Technologies. One Seamless Experience.
Salt System
Smart Monitoring System
NEW! Dosing System
Our new Caldera® Spas app lets you manage, balance, and monitor your spa water anytime, from anywhere. With just a touch, you’ll enjoy added convenience and peace of mind, whether you’re at home or on the go.

FreshWater IQ (Salt System with Smart Monitoring and Dosing) is available on Utopia and Paradise Series spas only. The FreshWater IQ Salt System is available on Vacanza Series spas. FreshWater IQ is not available on Fantasy Series spas. Please refer to the compatibility chart below for details.

Benefits of FreshWater IQ.

EFFORTLESS WATER CARE

EFFORTLESS WATER CARE

Enjoy more relaxation with less maintenance, longer-lasting water, and fewer manual adjustments.

CLEAN, SOFT, AND CLEAR WATER

CLEAN, SOFT, AND CLEAR WATER

Experience consistently fresh, natural-feeling water that looks and feels great.

SMART, WORRY-FREE CONTROL

SMART, WORRY-FREE CONTROL

Stay in control with 24/7 monitoring and remote access that takes the guesswork out of spa care***.

EFFORTLESS WATER CARE

EFFORTLESS WATER CARE

Enjoy more relaxation with less maintenance, longer-lasting water, and fewer manual adjustments.

CLEAN, SOFT, AND CLEAR WATER

CLEAN, SOFT, AND CLEAR WATER

Experience consistently fresh, natural-feeling water that looks and feels great.

SMART, WORRY-FREE CONTROL

SMART, WORRY-FREE CONTROL

Stay in control with 24/7 monitoring and remote access that takes the guesswork out of spa care***.

Enhance Your FreshWater IQ Experience with the New Caldera® Spas App.

TOTAL CONTROL. TOTAL FREEDOM.

Enhance Your FreshWater IQ Experience with the New Caldera® Spas App.

With the app, you can:

  • Monitor pH, chlorine, and salt levels
  • Trigger water care dosing from your phone
  • Adjust lighting, temperature, and jet strength
  • Activate Clean Cycle or Energy Saving Mode
  • Manage a spa at a second home or rental property
  • Chat with your AI-powered support assistant—24/7

Whether you’re home or away, peace of mind is always within reach.

1. FreshWater IQ is required to use these functions.

The Caldera Spas app works with the Connected Spa Kit, a dealer-installed option available on most 2024 and newer Caldera spa models. Spa must be within 200 (61 m) of your Home Wi-Fi router to work. Ask your dealer for details. Optimized for smartphone use only, not recommended for tablets.

Download on the App Store Get it on Google Play
Do I Need the App to Use FreshWater IQ?
Your spa’s control panel has everything you need to use FreshWater IQ. The Caldera® Spas app takes it to the next level, giving you remote control and extra features.

Balance Your Water from Anywhere with recision Dosing.

The Caldera® Spas app puts expert water care at your fingertips. Monitor water chemistry and apply precision dosing with a tap, keeping your spa water clean, fresh and balanced.
Balance Your Water from Anywhere with recision Dosing.

What People Are Saying. Real Owners. Real Peace of Mind.

FreshWater IQ has made spa ownership much more enjoyable and hassle free.

SEYCHELLES OWNER, SOUTH CAROLINA

Watch FreshWater® IQ & the Caldera Spas App in Action.

Watch FreshWater® IQ & the Caldera Spas App in Action.

FreshWater® IQ & App Availability by Spa Series.

Salt System1
Monitoring2
Dosing3
App4
Utopia® Series
Included
Included
Ready
Optional
Paradise® Series
Ready
Ready
Ready
Optional
Vacanza® Series
Ready
Not Available
Not Available
Optional
Fantasy® Series
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
Optional

Utopia® Series

Salt System1 Included
Monitoring2 Included
Dosing3 Ready
App4 Optional

Paradise® Series

Salt System1 Ready
Monitoring2 Ready
Dosing3 Ready
App4 Optional

Vacanza® Series

Salt System1 Ready
Monitoring2 Not Available
Dosing3 Not Available
App4 Optional

Fantasy® Series

Salt System1 Not Available
Monitoring2 Not Available
Dosing3 Not Available
App4 Optional

1. Salt System generates chlorine from salt to keep water clean, fresh, and natural-feeling with fewer chemicals required.
2. Smart Monitoring System checks pH, chlorine, and salt levels hourly and provides clear instructions to keep water balanced.
3. With a tap, Dosing System distributes pH Up, pH Down, and Phosphate Remover to balance water automatically.
4. The Caldera Spas App provides water care updates and allows you to monitor and balance your water anywhere, anytime with a touch.

Add FreshWater® Salt, Smart Monitoring, Dosing & the Caldera Spas app powered by the Connected Spa Kit for the full FreshWater® IQ experience. Each sold separately. See your local dealer for pricing.

Tools & Resources

Owner's Manual

Owner's Manual

Get the information you need to get FreshWater IQ up and running.

FAQS

FAQS

Get answers to common questions for FreshWater IQ.

INFORMATIONAL VIDEOS

INFORMATIONAL VIDEOS

Watch videos for easy-to-follow instructions for setting up FreshWater IQ.

VIEW RESOURCES

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