Petite vs Transfer32: Walk-In Tub Comparison
The Ella Petite and the Ella Transfer32 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 | L-shape outward-swing transfer door |
| Door swing | Inward | Outward |
| Seats | One bather | One bather |
| Actual size (W x L x H) | 27.5" x 52" x 35" | 32" x 52" x 40" |
| Seat | 19" x 13 in. | 24" x 16 7/8 in. |
| Interior length | 45 1/2 in. | 43 3/4 in. |
| Seat to overflow (soaking depth) | 15 3/8 in. | 19 3/4 in. |
| Seat to footwell | 15 in. | 17 in. |
| Footwell | 17 W by 21 L | 19 1/2 W by 17 1/2 L |
| Net weight | 200 lb | 215 lb |
| Shipping weight | 305 lb | 373 lb |
| Crate size (W x L x H) | 31" x 57" x 47" | 35" x 55" x 50" |
| Water to overflow, unoccupied | 65 gal | 107 gal |
| Water with a bather (typical) | 30-50 gal | 45-65 gal |
What is different
- The Transfer32 is 4 1/2 in. wider than the Petite (32 in. vs 27 1/2 in.).
- Both are 52 in. long.
- The Transfer32 is 5 in. taller than the Petite (40 in. vs 35 in.).
- Door designs differ: the Petite has the stainless steel removable inward-swing door and the Transfer32 has the l-shape outward-swing transfer door.
- To the overflow, the Petite holds about 65 gallons and the Transfer32 about 107, which matters for water heater sizing.
- Net weights are 200 lb (Petite) and 215 lb (Transfer32).
Common questions
Which is bigger, the Petite or the Transfer32?
The Transfer32 has the larger footprint at 32" x 52" x 40", against 27.5" x 52" x 35" for the Petite.
Do the Petite and the Transfer32 have the same door?
No. The Petite uses the stainless steel removable inward-swing door and the Transfer32 uses the l-shape outward-swing transfer door, so the door guides differ.
How much water do the Petite and the Transfer32 hold?
To the overflow when empty, the Petite holds about 65 gallons and the Transfer32 about 107 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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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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