Customer Reviews

HoMedics US-2HDB Ultra Spa Pedicure Footbath & Massager

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3 star:		(2)
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1 star:		(2)

 

 

I bought the Ultra Spa for myself for my birthday, and I still think it was an excellent choice to spoil myself, but the product disappointed in several ways.

First, the noise level. Whenever I use it in front of the TV, I always have to crank up the volume extremely high to hear the TV. Second, its heating capacity. The instructions say quite clearly that it cannot heat up water, merely maintain the heat level of the water you place in it. However, it doesn't do as good a job of that as it ought to. After 15 minutes, I found the water lukewarm no matter how much steaming hot water was placed in it at the beginning. If I want to continue, I have to dump the lukewarm water out and fill it up again. Still, sometimes all a person wants is 15 minutes of pedi cure bliss, so that's not a point to worry about if that person is you.

On the good side, I loved the texture of the bottom. It had nubs in varying sizes all over, and unlike some footbaths, the water extends all around the product (under the blue shield on top) so that the water path forms a "U". This allows for a lot more movement for your feet.

The removable rollers are very intense, and when you insert them into the bottom of the product, your feet cannot fit fully into the water, so I find it best to do your soaking without them present and to use the spiky rollers for before or after.

The little station above the infrared (red spot) was a delight. It goes into action whenever pressure is applied and the unit is plugged in, so you can use it completely independently of the footbath. My favorite is the one with six little balls that rotate against my tired feet. The pumice stone attachment is also worthwhile, but the brush attachment didn't do anything for me. I think it's probably more useful if you just take it into your hand and use it as a normal foot brush.

I have to say this is the best footbath I've ever owned, and there are some points the company needs to work on, but overall, this is a great product that delivers.

I just received this spa for my birthday and I am sooooo addicted to it already! I wear high heals a lot for my new job and there is nothing in the world like coming home to soak my feet in this! You fill it with warm water and a heater on the bottom keeps the water the same temperature while in use. You can choose between three options on the control dial. 1. Heat/Infrared/Massage 2. Heat/Infrared/Massage/Bubbles (my personal favorite) 3. Heat/Bubbles. The infrared is the lighted red area on the center console where you can place your foot to receive hot, deep and penetrating direct treatment. I usually rest my heels on it for a few minutes at a time. Above the infrared heat is a little pedicure station. You place a little attachment on the opening and with the pressure of your foot...it spins. There are three attachments...a foot brush, a pumice stone, and a nubby massager. (Refer to the picture to see where the pedicure station is located). The bottom of this foot spa is very nubby...it has lots of acupressure points. Of course you can always lift out the bottom sections and replace them with foot rollers!! Now honestly, doesn't this sound like heaven? This is great for after a gym workout or for an injury. I love mine because I have an old ankle/foot injury and this really soothes the pain after being on my feet all day. I seriously wish we had a ten star rating; this one deserves it. TIP: I also bought Homedics Paraffin spa. I bought the big one with enough room for feet and hands. I think if you really want to have a home salon...these two products together are perfect. I believe HoMedics is the best brand of foot spas. I asked my friend who's a nurse and she told me HoMedics is doctor recommended. So beware of cheap imitations. I looked at all of them and this one was suggested to me as the best. I'll review the Paraffin Spa soon...

This HoMedics US-2H Ultra Spa Pedicure Footbath & Massager is the BEST! I used it the very first day I got it in the mail and plan on making it a regular part of my routine. The pedicure part is wonderful with the rotating pumice stone and the brush. I spent a whole hour scrubbing and soaking my feet (try to get your husband to do that!). As a busy mom-it was definitely a highlight of my day!

The attachments are great, though the motor that drives them is NOISY! If you don't mind that, the pumice attachment works well.
I think the bubbles could be stronger, also. I previously owned a more simple model, made by a competitor, and was much happier with it for a fraction of the price. If the motor were to be improved, it would be a much more effective unit. Just my .02

Truly enjoyable. I paid 49.99 but item went on sale
less than a month later for 29.99 & Amazon.com honored the
difference. Point being, shop around & get a good price.
My only complaint is filling/emptying the water is a chore as
machine is extremely heavy when full. I would suggest placing a rubber mat or towel under it while using as water does kind of
slosh around & spill at times.

I bought this item for my mother. She is 71 and has a bad ankle. She has tried this product and says she really likes. She likes the massage,bubbles and the heat. She feels it will help with circulation and the achiness she has in her ankle.
Not sure how she will do on her own when it comes to emptying it. Not that heavy. I am sure she will be fine.

I like this product for the most part but it is much noisier than I expected. I have to turn it off to talk on the phone or when I want to talk with someone in the room. But it does keep the water warm and it does massage my feet!

I'd love to tell you that I use this product all of the time, but my 8 year old girl and 10 year old boy fight over who is going to get to soak their feet first! I have to sneak a turn when they are not around ....

First, make an appointment at a salon for your first pedicure. You will love it. Next, go to Bath and Body works and ask the sales associate to show you the foot products. Third, order this foot spa from Amazon. Fourth, hide the spa from your kids when it comes. HAHA.

For a great review, see the "Almost Heaven, July 2, 2001" review below. It is an excellent review that I agree with totally. I only have one comment to add - the directions that come with spa are not that great. Give it a try though - it's time you pampered yourself.

I received this for Christmas, and I first used it without the attachments, so I felt it was nothing special. I also did not like the fact that it does not have a line to let you know how much water to put inside. When you turn the unit on and the bubbles start if it has too much water it makes a mess.

Then I got smart and decided to pull out the accessories. The pumice stone is nice. When you use your foot to apply pressure to the stone it starts to spin by itself, all of the attachments are motorized. The infrared light was relaxing. Overall I like the product, the manufacturer could make some improvements, lower the volume a little and it would have received 5 stars.

I bought this for my sister and she absolutely loves it... The only thing is that it doesn't actually heat the water. If you pour hot water in, supposedly it keeps it warm... but you can't put in cold water and expect it to warm up. that was the only disappointment. Other than that small detail, it's great. Feels terrific and is a great gift because I doubt most people would actually go out and buy one of these for themselves.