Ella's Transfer series is built for wheelchair users and for any bather who wants the easiest possible entry and exit. Every model in the family features an extra-wide L-shaped door that swings outward a full 172 degrees and is designed to fit over a toilet, making side transfers from a wheelchair natural and safe. There are five models, sized from a compact 26-inch width up to the bariatric TransferXXL, and this guide compares them all: the Transfer26, Transfer30, Transfer32, Transfer60, and TransferXXL. One naming note up front: if you see "XXXL" printed on an older schematic or document, that is a misprint of TransferXXL. There is no separate XXXL model.

From the series overview video: the extra-wide L-shaped doors fit over the toilet and provide wide, easy access, secured by Ella's exclusive two-latch gear and shaft locking mechanism for a tight, leak-proof seal. Every model has a low threshold, a textured floor, a warm soft-touch acrylic surface, and deck and wall-mounted grab bars plus a soft-grip door handle. Available therapies include three-speed air massage with Auto Purge, hydro massage with an in-line water heater and intensity control dial, strategically placed foot massage jets, and ozone sterilization. Dual Drain Technology with dual 4-port 2-inch drains connects directly to your home drain for fast gravity-driven draining. Faucet sets are 5-piece or 2-piece fast-fill with an extendable multi-function hand shower, and options include Infusion microbubble therapy, a heated seat and backrest, LED chromatherapy, a four-fold glass screen, and support pillows.

The Five Models at a Glance

Figures above come from the current model spec sheets and are quoted in inches, pounds, and gallons. Occupied capacity varies with bather size, which is why it is a range.

Jet Counts Depend on Your Therapy Package, Not Your Model

A common question is "how many jets does my Transfer tub have?" The honest answer is that it depends on the therapy package you purchased, not on which of the five models you own. The package definitions are the same across the whole family, per the current spec sheets:

• Hydro Massage, or Hydro plus Independent Hydro Foot Massage: 22 hydro jets in total, 16 in the seat and back area and 6 in the footwell. The independent foot massage version adds a second dedicated pump so the footwell jets run without filling the whole tub.
• Hydro plus Air Massage: 17 air jets (11 seat jets, 2 of which are bidet jets, plus 6 foot jets) together with 11 hydro jets (5 back jets and 6 foot jets).
• Soaking: no jets.

Microbubble combinations add Infusion microbubble therapy on top of a hydro package. Triple packages are also available: the Transfer32 offers air plus hydro plus microbubble, and the Transfer60 and TransferXXL offer air plus hydro combined with either independent foot massage or microbubble. LED chromatherapy is included with dual and triple packages. If you are ever troubleshooting jets, the first thing to check is which therapy package is on your order confirmation.

Shared Features Across the Family

• L-shaped outward-swing door in plastic composite and tempered glass, opening 172 degrees, with a 2-latch gear and shaft locking mechanism.
• Acrylic shell with fiberglass gelcoat reinforcement over a stainless steel frame with adjustable leveling legs.
• Deck and wall-mounted grab bars, textured floor, and low threshold.
• Dual Drain Technology: two 2-inch 4-port drains, each with its own stainless-steel-operated opener with an extended handle.
• Air packages include Auto Purge: about 20 minutes after you turn the air pump off, it starts automatically and runs for 120 seconds to clear leftover water from the air lines. It stops on its own and is completely normal.
• Optional heated seat and backrest, and an optional digital controller.
• Faucets: the Transfer26 uses the 2-piece fast-fill faucet (available in chrome or brushed nickel), while the Transfer30, 32, 60, and XXL come with the 5-piece fast-fill faucet set. All include a pull-out multi-function hand shower.

Transfer26: The Compact Transfer Tub

From the video: the Transfer26 is designed for smaller bathers at 52 inches long by 26 inches wide with a comfortable 19-inch seat. It ships with an 8-inch extension panel for a snug fit in 60-inch alcoves. The oversized L-shaped frameless door has a low step-in height, the soft-touch handle closes easily, and the two-latch gear and shaft mechanism assures a tight, leak-proof seal. The two-piece fast-fill faucet is available in chrome or brushed nickel, and with the Hydro plus Air package you get the family's 17 air jets and hydro jets from your feet to your seat, with an intensity control dial, Auto Purge, ozone sterilization, and Dual Drain Technology.

Transfer60: Extra Length for Extra Leg Room

From the video: the Transfer60 provides extra length for bathers seeking more leg room, with a 22-inch wide seat, 18.5 inches of seat length, and almost 49 inches of interior length for a deep soak. It is available with Ella's independent foot massage. The extra-wide L-shaped door fits over the toilet, and the entry lever engages the two-latch gear and shaft locking mechanism. This model comes with LED chromatherapy, a 5-piece fast-fill faucet set with an extendable hand shower, optional heated seats, and dual 4-port 2-inch drains.

TransferXXL: The Bariatric Transfer Tub

From the video: the TransferXXL has an extra-large L-shaped door to accommodate bariatric bathers, wheelchair users, or anyone who wants extra room. It is Ella's largest transfer tub, with a 29-inch wide seat and more hip and leg room than any other Ella walk-in tub. It includes the 5-piece fast-fill faucet set, three-speed air massage with Auto Purge on air packages, hydro massage with an intensity dial and in-line water heater, strategically placed foot massage jets, deck and sidewall grab bars, and Dual Drain Technology.

How to Choose Your Transfer Model

1. Measure your alcove. The 52-inch models (Transfer26, 30, 32) use an 8-inch extension panel to fill a standard 60-inch opening, the Transfer60 fills it natively, and the TransferXXL at 55 inches long uses a 5-inch extension panel.
2. Match the seat to the bather. Seat widths run 19", 22", 24", and up to 29" on the TransferXXL for bariatric comfort.
3. Pick your therapy package, since that determines your jets, and remember the Transfer32, Transfer60, and TransferXXL offer triple packages.
4. Plan clearance for the 172-degree outward door swing in front of the tub.

For more on wheelchair access and accessibility standards, see our accessibility guide, and for how the L-shape door latch works day to day, see operating the Transfer L-shape door.

Still deciding, or have a question about your specific bathroom or order? Open a support ticket and our team will be glad to help, or call us at 800-480-6850.

The video above shows XXXL/TransferXXL Transfer Walk-In Tub.

Common Questions

The video above shows 30x52 Transfer Walk-In Tub with Door.