LayDown72 vs Shak: Walk-In Tub Comparison
The Ella LayDown72 and the Ella Shak 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 | LayDown inward-swing glass door | U-shape outward-swing door |
| Door swing | Inward | Outward |
| Seats | One bather | One bather |
| Actual size (W x L x H) | 71 3/4"L x 32"W (27 7/8" back height) | 36" x 72" x 39" |
| Seat | Lay-down, interior floor 56" x 22 1/2" | 28" x 26 3/4 in. |
| Interior length | not listed | 66 1/4 in. |
| Seat to overflow (soaking depth) | not listed | 16 1/2 in. |
| Seat to footwell | not listed | 17 in. |
| Footwell | not listed | 22 1/2 W by 14 1/2 L |
| Net weight | not listed | 286 lb |
| Shipping weight | not listed | 429 lb |
| Crate size (W x L x H) | not listed | 39" x 74" x 49" |
| Water to overflow, unoccupied | not listed | 145 gal |
| Water with a bather (typical) | not listed | 80-120 gal |
What is different
- The Shak is 4 in. wider than the LayDown72 (36 in. vs 32 in.).
- The Shak is 0 1/4 in. longer than the LayDown72 (72 in. vs 71 3/4 in.).
- Door designs differ: the LayDown72 has the laydown inward-swing glass door and the Shak has the u-shape outward-swing door.
Common questions
Which is bigger, the LayDown72 or the Shak?
The Shak has the larger footprint at 36" x 72" x 39", against 71 3/4"L x 32"W (27 7/8" back height) for the LayDown72.
Do the LayDown72 and the Shak have the same door?
No. The LayDown72 uses the laydown inward-swing glass door and the Shak uses the u-shape outward-swing door, so the door guides differ.
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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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