Support Center / Walk-In Tub Models / Ella Elite 30x52 Versus the 60-Inch Inward-Swing Tub: Legroom, Therapy Room and What Stays the Same
Back to Walk-In Tub Models

Ella Elite 30x52 Versus the 60-Inch Inward-Swing Tub: Legroom, Therapy Room and What Stays the Same

Updated September 2026

▶Glossary8
  1. What the Two Tubs Share
  2. What the Extra Length Changes
  3. Options Available on the Longer Tub
  4. Fitting the Tub to Your Space
  5. Related Guides
  6. Related Videos
  7. Common Questions
  8. Still Need Help?

Neither tub is better or worse than the other. The Ella Elite 30x52 and its 60-inch inward-swing sibling, the Ultimate 30x60, are very comparable tubs, and the main difference between them is size. The extra length on the 60-inch tub gives you more legroom and enough room under the seat to install all four therapy systems, while the 52-inch Elite fits a smaller footprint and can carry only three therapies at once. The right choice comes down to your bathroom space and how much therapy you want on board.

What the Two Tubs Share

Both tubs use an inward-swing door, so the entry experience is the same on either one. The support team describes them as very comparable units with the same build approach, and neither is a step up or down in quality. If you have already narrowed your search to the Ella Elite 30x52, the 60-inch tub is the same idea in a longer shell rather than a different class of product. You can see the inward-swing tubs walked through in the stainless-door family video tour.

What the Extra Length Changes

The 60-inch tub is 8 inches longer than the Elite, and that length shows up in two places.

  1. Legroom. The longer shell gives a taller bather more room in front of the seat. Compare the published dimension drawings for both tubs before you decide, especially if you are tall or have limited knee flexion.
  2. Room under the seat for therapies. On the 60-inch tub there is enough space underneath the seat to special order a fully loaded tub with all four therapy systems: hydro massage, air massage, independent foot massage and microbubble. On the 52-inch Elite, only three therapies fit at the same time. The exact combinations each tub accepts are laid out in which therapy combinations fit which tub.

The 60-inch tub comes standard with the hydro, air and independent foot massage package, and the microbubble system can be added to it as a custom order. Because a fully loaded build is a special order, confirm that combination with your Ella dealer or the team at (800) 480-6850 before you finalize your order.

Options Available on the Longer Tub

The heated seat and backrest is an available option on the 60-inch inward-swing tub, so you do not give up comfort features by choosing the longer shell. Ask to have it included when your order is configured. If you are weighing the Elite against an outward-swing tub instead, the Capri versus Elite comparison covers that decision.

Fitting the Tub to Your Space

If your bathroom alcove is only long enough for a 52-inch tub, the Elite is the answer, and you will still have a full-featured tub with up to three therapy systems. If you have 60 inches to work with and want the maximum therapy package or the extra legroom, the longer tub is the better fit. On either tub, the door and the drains sit on opposite sides, so a right-side door tub drains on the left and a left-side door tub drains on the right as you face the tub. Have your plumber confirm which door side matches your existing drain location before you finalize the order. The choosing a walk-in tub video guide walks through measuring yourself and your doorways so the tub you pick actually gets into the room.

Chapters in this video
  1. 0:00 Introducing The Elite Walk-In Tub The video introduces the Ella's Bubbles Elite walk-in tub, highlighting its sleek design, low threshold, and spacious seat.
  2. 0:37 Faucet Options And Fast Fill The Elite tub comes with a choice of faucet sets, including a fast-fill faucet and a convenient multi-function shower head.
  3. 0:58 Therapeutic Jetting And Controls The video showcases the strategically placed jetting for therapeutic relief, along with easy-to-operate multi-function buttons for air and hydro massage.
  4. 1:40 Fast Drain And Easy Maintenance The Elite features a dual 2-inch drain for fast drainage, easily removable doors for cleaning, and accessible service panels.
Chapters in this video
  1. 0:00 Ella Ultimate Tub Dimensions The video presents the Ella Ultimate walk-in tub, detailing its dimensions for length, width, seat length, interior length, seat width, and soaking depth.
  2. 0:44 Independent Foot Massage The Ella Ultimate tub features an independent foot massage with its own intensity control dial and a separate pump for powerful rejuvenation.
  3. 1:14 Hydro and Air Massage Systems The tub includes hydro massage with an inline water heater and intensity control, ozone sterilization, and three-speed air massage with auto Purge.
  4. 1:46 Fast Fill and Dual Drains The Ella Ultimate comes with a five-piece fast fill faucet, an extendable hand shower, and dual oversized two-inch drains for efficient drainage.
  5. 2:06 Swivel Tray and Shower Options The tub features a patented 360-degree swivel tray, with optional four-fold glass screen and rain head shower column for standing or sitting.
Chapters in this video
  1. 0:00 Inward Swing Door Design The video showcases the custom-crafted brushed stainless steel inward swing door with a frosted tempered glass panel.
  2. 0:29 Safety Features and Construction The tub features a slip-resistant floor, grab bars, and a rust-proof stainless steel frame for safety and durability.
  3. 0:51 Dual Drain and Jetting Systems The tub is equipped with dual drain technology, a three-speed air massage system, and a powerful hydro massage system.
  4. 1:26 Foot Massage and Sterilization An independent foot massage feature and eco-friendly ozone sterilization are highlighted for enhanced bathing.
  5. 1:48 Faucets, Tray, and Chromotherapy The video presents fast fill faucet sets, a patented swivel tray, and LED light chromotherapy for relaxation.
  6. 2:16 Heated Seats and Shower Options Optional heated seats and a four-fold glass shower screen with a rain head shower column are shown.

Common Questions

Is the 60-inch tub a longer version of the Elite?
In practice, yes. The 60-inch inward-swing tub is the Ultimate 30x60, and the support team describes the two as very comparable, with size as the main difference. The longer shell adds legroom and room under the seat for a fourth therapy system.
Can I get all four therapies on the 52-inch Elite?
No. The 52-inch tub does not have enough room under the seat for every therapy system at once, so it can carry three. The 60-inch tub can be special ordered fully loaded with hydro, air, independent foot massage and microbubble.
Does the 60-inch tub have a heated seat option?
Yes, the heated seat and backrest is an available option on the 60-inch inward-swing tub. Ask your Ella dealer or the team at (800) 480-6850 to include it when your order is configured.
Which of the two tubs gives me more legroom?
The 60-inch tub. It is 8 inches longer than the Elite, and that added length is where a taller bather feels the difference. Compare the dimension drawings on both spec sheets to see exactly how the two tubs differ.
Does my existing drain location limit which tub I choose?
It affects the door side rather than the model. The door and the drains are on opposite sides of an Ella tub, so a right-side door tub drains on the left and a left-side door tub drains on the right. Have your plumber confirm the drain side before you order either tub.

Still Need Help?

Open a ticket at ellasbubbles.com/support or call (800) 480-6850 and have your model and serial number ready.

Related guides

Did this solve your question?

If not, open a ticket and our team will pick it up from here.

Open a Support Ticket