Petite vs Royal: Walk-In Tub Comparison
The Ella Petite and the Ella Royal 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) | 27.5" x 52" x 35" | 31.5" x 52" x 35" |
| Seat | 19" x 13 in. | 23" x 12 1/4 in. |
| Interior length | 45 1/2 in. | 45 1/4 in. |
| Seat to overflow (soaking depth) | 15 3/8 in. | 15 1/2 in. |
| Seat to footwell | 15 in. | 15 in. |
| Footwell | 17 W by 21 L | 19 1/2 W by 20 L |
| Net weight | 200 lb | 230 lb |
| Shipping weight | 305 lb | 320 lb |
| Crate size (W x L x H) | 31" x 57" x 47" | 36" x 57" x 46" |
| Water to overflow, unoccupied | 65 gal | 100 gal |
| Water with a bather (typical) | 30-50 gal | 45-65 gal |
What is different
- The Royal is 4 in. wider than the Petite (31 1/2 in. vs 27 1/2 in.).
- Both are 52 in. long.
- Both are 35 in. tall.
- They share the same door design: stainless steel removable inward-swing door.
- To the overflow, the Petite holds about 65 gallons and the Royal about 100, which matters for water heater sizing.
- Net weights are 200 lb (Petite) and 230 lb (Royal).
Common questions
Which is bigger, the Petite or the Royal?
The Royal has the larger footprint at 31.5" x 52" x 35", against 27.5" x 52" x 35" for the Petite.
Do the Petite and the Royal 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 Royal hold?
To the overflow when empty, the Petite holds about 65 gallons and the Royal about 100 gallons; with a bather the typical ranges are 30-50 and 45-65 gallons. Size your water heater to the larger figure.
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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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