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Walk-In Tub Therapy Options and Features

Updated September 2026

Ella walk-in tubs are available with five jetting and therapy options, soaker, hydro, air plus hydro, hydro plus micro bubbles, and hydro plus independent foot massage, along with features like heated seating, ozone sterilization, and LED chromotherapy lighting. All tubs are made from acrylic and use push-button controls rather than electronic touch panels.

The Five Therapy Options

Every Ella walk-in tub can be configured with one of five jetting systems: a soaker option with no jets, hydro massage using water jets, air massage combined with hydro jets, hydro massage combined with micro bubbles, and hydro massage paired with an independent foot massage feature. Hydro massage jets and air jets can each be selected based on the type of bathing experience you want, and you can learn more about how each system works in hydro massage vs air massage controls.

Micro Bubble Therapy

Micro bubble therapy fills the bathwater with millions of tiny bubbles, conditioning the water to a milky, silky texture. This process oxygenates and gently exfoliates the skin, making it a popular choice for customers who want a skin-conscious or skin-sensitive bathing option. Full details on how this therapy works are available in infusion microbubble therapy.

Air Jets and Self-Cleaning

Tubs equipped with air jets include autofords, a self-cleaning mechanism that expels residual moisture from the air lines to help prevent mildew and mold.

Heated Seating, Ozone, and Chromotherapy

Beyond jetting, Ella tubs can include a heated seat and backrest, ozone sterilization, and LED chromotherapy lighting as additional features. An in-line heater is also available to maintain water temperature during your bath, though it is designed to maintain temperature rather than raise it. More on how the heated seat and backrest option works can be found in how the heated seat and backrest works.

The Capri Model's Therapy Package

The Capri model comes with a 20-inch wide seat, 15 hydro jets arranged with 9 in the upper section and 6 in the lower section, and an inline heater. A heated seat and back can be added to the Capri as an option. The Capri also comes with a five-piece LFSL faucet installed on the deck along with a handheld shower, and customers who want a different shower setup can upgrade to a wall-mounted or overhead shower.

Faucet and Shower Details

Ella tubs generally come with a 5-piece Ella Faucet that includes a handheld shower fitted with a backflow prevention valve to help protect your home's water supply.

Push-Button Controls

Ella walk-in tubs use mechanical push-button controls to operate the therapy jets, not an electronic touch panel. This applies across the tub lineup, so if you are comparing a picture or spec sheet that shows buttons rather than a digital display, that reflects the standard control setup. You can see how these controls are laid out and operated in push button controls vs the digital touchpad.

Common Questions

What jetting or therapy options are available on an Ella walk-in tub?
Ella walk-in tubs offer five therapy options: soaker with no jets, hydro massage, air massage combined with hydro jets, hydro massage combined with micro bubbles, and hydro massage combined with an independent foot massage. You can choose the option that best matches the kind of bathing experience you want.
What does microbubble therapy actually do to the bathwater?
Microbubble therapy fills the water with millions of tiny bubbles that give it a milky, silky texture. It also oxygenates and gently exfoliates the skin, which makes it a good fit for customers who are skin-conscious or have sensitive skin.
Are the tub controls push buttons or an electronic touch panel?
Ella walk-in tubs use mechanical push-button controls to turn the therapy jets on and off, not an electronic touch panel. If a picture or diagram you have seen shows physical buttons, that matches the standard control setup used on Ella tubs.
Can a heated seat and backrest be added to my walk-in tub?
Yes, a heated seat and backrest is available as an optional feature on Ella walk-in tubs, including the Capri model. It can be added alongside your chosen jetting system to enhance comfort during your bath.
How do the air jets stay clean and prevent mold buildup?
Air jet systems include autofords, a self-cleaning mechanism that expels leftover moisture from the air lines. This helps prevent mildew and mold from building up inside the air lines over time.
What therapy features come included on the Capri model specifically?
The Capri model includes a 20-inch wide seat, 15 hydro jets split between 9 upper and 6 lower jets, and an inline heater. It also comes with a five-piece LFSL faucet and a handheld shower, with the option to upgrade to a wall-mounted or overhead shower, and a heated seat and back can be added.

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