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Petite vs Deluxe: Walk-In Tub Comparison

The Ella Petite and the Ella Deluxe 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.

Ella's Bubbles Petite walk-in tub
Petite27.5" x 52" x 35"
VS
Ella's Bubbles Deluxe walk-in tub
Deluxe29.5" x 55" x 39"
Door styleStainless steel removable inward-swing doorStainless steel removable inward-swing door
Door swingInwardInward
SeatsOne batherOne bather
Actual size (W x L x H)27.5" x 52" x 35"29.5" x 55" x 39"
Seat19" x 13 in.21" x 15 1/2 in.
Interior length45 1/2 in.47 1/2 in.
Seat to overflow (soaking depth)15 3/8 in.19 in.
Seat to footwell15 in.15 in.
Footwell17 W by 21 L17 W by 19 L
Net weight200 lb212 lb
Shipping weight305 lb286 lb
Crate size (W x L x H)31" x 57" x 47"58.5" x 33.5" x 46"
Water to overflow, unoccupied65 gal107 gal
Water with a bather (typical)30-50 gal60-75 gal

What is different

  • The Deluxe is 2 in. wider than the Petite (29 1/2 in. vs 27 1/2 in.).
  • The Deluxe is 3 in. longer than the Petite (55 in. vs 52 in.).
  • The Deluxe is 4 in. taller than the Petite (39 in. vs 35 in.).
  • They share the same door design: stainless steel removable inward-swing door.
  • To the overflow, the Petite holds about 65 gallons and the Deluxe about 107, which matters for water heater sizing.
  • Net weights are 200 lb (Petite) and 212 lb (Deluxe).

Common questions

Which is bigger, the Petite or the Deluxe?
The Deluxe has the larger footprint at 29.5" x 55" x 39", against 27.5" x 52" x 35" for the Petite.
Do the Petite and the Deluxe 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 Petite and the Deluxe hold?
To the overflow when empty, the Petite holds about 65 gallons and the Deluxe about 107 gallons; with a bather the typical ranges are 30-50 and 60-75 gallons. Size your water heater to the larger figure.

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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.