Elite vs Ultimate: Walk-In Tub Comparison
The Ella Elite and the Ella Ultimate side by side, using the actual dimensions from the spec sheets and technical drawings rather than nominal sizes. The profiles cover therapy packages, videos and installation notes for each tub.
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| Door style | Stainless steel removable inward-swing door | Stainless steel removable inward-swing door |
| Door swing | Inward | Inward |
| Seats | One bather | One bather |
| Actual size (W x L x H) | 30" x 52" x 35" | 29.625" x 59.50" x 35.75" |
| Seat | 22" x 12 1/4 in. | 21" x 16 in. |
| Interior length | 45 in. | 51 1/4 in. |
| Seat to overflow (soaking depth) | 15 1/2 in. | 18 1/2 in. |
| Seat to footwell | 15 in. | 15 in. |
| Footwell | 17 W by 20 1/2 L | 19 W by 21 L |
| Net weight | 205 lb | 220 lb |
| Shipping weight | 230 lb | 350 lb |
| Crate size (W x L x H) | 32" x 54" x 50" | 33" x 63" x 47" |
| Water to overflow, unoccupied | 75 gal | 95 gal |
| Water with a bather (typical) | 35-55 gal | 55-85 gal |
What is different
- The Elite is 0 3/8 in. wider than the Ultimate (30 in. vs 29 5/8 in.).
- The Ultimate is 7 1/2 in. longer than the Elite (59 1/2 in. vs 52 in.).
- The Ultimate is 0 3/4 in. taller than the Elite (35 3/4 in. vs 35 in.).
- They share the same door design: stainless steel removable inward-swing door.
- To the overflow, the Elite holds about 75 gallons and the Ultimate about 95, which matters for water heater sizing.
- Net weights are 205 lb (Elite) and 220 lb (Ultimate).
Common questions
Which is bigger, the Elite or the Ultimate?
The Ultimate has the larger footprint at 29.625" x 59.50" x 35.75", against 30" x 52" x 35" for the Elite.
Do the Elite and the Ultimate have the same door?
Yes. Both use the stainless steel removable inward-swing door, so the same operation, seal and latch guides apply to either tub.
How much water do the Elite and the Ultimate hold?
To the overflow when empty, the Elite holds about 75 gallons and the Ultimate about 95 gallons; with a bather the typical ranges are 35-55 and 55-85 gallons. Size your water heater to the larger figure.
Read the full profiles
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Want help choosing?
Your Ella dealer or the team at (800) 480-6850 can walk you through both tubs for your space and needs.
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