Petite vs Ultra: Walk-In Tub Comparison
The Ella Petite and the Ella Ultra 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 | Aluminum-framed 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" | 29.5" x 52.125" x 40" |
| Seat | 19" x 13 in. | 22" |
| Interior length | 45 1/2 in. | not listed |
| Seat to overflow (soaking depth) | 15 3/8 in. | not listed |
| Seat to footwell | 15 in. | not listed |
| Footwell | 17 W by 21 L | not listed |
| Net weight | 200 lb | 205 lb |
| Shipping weight | 305 lb | 230 lb |
| Crate size (W x L x H) | 31" x 57" x 47" | 32" x 54" x 50" |
| Water to overflow, unoccupied | 65 gal | 75 gal |
| Water with a bather (typical) | 30-50 gal | 35-55 gal |
What is different
- The Ultra is 2 in. wider than the Petite (29 1/2 in. vs 27 1/2 in.).
- The Ultra is 0 1/8 in. longer than the Petite (52 1/8 in. vs 52 in.).
- The Ultra 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 Ultra has the aluminum-framed removable inward-swing door.
- To the overflow, the Petite holds about 65 gallons and the Ultra about 75, which matters for water heater sizing.
- Net weights are 200 lb (Petite) and 205 lb (Ultra).
Common questions
Which is bigger, the Petite or the Ultra?
The Ultra has the larger footprint at 29.5" x 52.125" x 40", against 27.5" x 52" x 35" for the Petite.
Do the Petite and the Ultra have the same door?
No. The Petite uses the stainless steel removable inward-swing door and the Ultra uses the aluminum-framed removable inward-swing door, so the door guides differ.
How much water do the Petite and the Ultra hold?
To the overflow when empty, the Petite holds about 65 gallons and the Ultra about 75 gallons; with a bather the typical ranges are 30-50 and 35-55 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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