Royal vs Ultra: Walk-In Tub Comparison
The Ella Royal 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) | 31.5" x 52" x 35" | 29.5" x 52.125" x 40" |
| Seat | 23" x 12 1/4 in. | 22" |
| Interior length | 45 1/4 in. | not listed |
| Seat to overflow (soaking depth) | 15 1/2 in. | not listed |
| Seat to footwell | 15 in. | not listed |
| Footwell | 19 1/2 W by 20 L | not listed |
| Net weight | 230 lb | 205 lb |
| Shipping weight | 320 lb | 230 lb |
| Crate size (W x L x H) | 36" x 57" x 46" | 32" x 54" x 50" |
| Water to overflow, unoccupied | 100 gal | 75 gal |
| Water with a bather (typical) | 45-65 gal | 35-55 gal |
What is different
- The Royal is 2 in. wider than the Ultra (31 1/2 in. vs 29 1/2 in.).
- The Ultra is 0 1/8 in. longer than the Royal (52 1/8 in. vs 52 in.).
- The Ultra is 5 in. taller than the Royal (40 in. vs 35 in.).
- Door designs differ: the Royal has the stainless steel removable inward-swing door and the Ultra has the aluminum-framed removable inward-swing door.
- To the overflow, the Royal holds about 100 gallons and the Ultra about 75, which matters for water heater sizing.
- Net weights are 230 lb (Royal) and 205 lb (Ultra).
Common questions
Which is bigger, the Royal or the Ultra?
The Royal has the larger footprint at 31.5" x 52" x 35", against 29.5" x 52.125" x 40" for the Ultra.
Do the Royal and the Ultra have the same door?
No. The Royal 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 Royal and the Ultra hold?
To the overflow when empty, the Royal holds about 100 gallons and the Ultra about 75 gallons; with a bather the typical ranges are 45-65 and 35-55 gallons. Size your water heater to the larger figure.
Read the full profiles
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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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