Standard vs Petite: Walk-In Tub Comparison
The Ella Standard and the Ella Petite 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 | S-shape inward-swing acrylic door | Stainless steel removable inward-swing door |
| Door swing | Inward | Inward |
| Seats | One bather | One bather |
| Actual size (W x L x H) | 29 5/8" x 52 3/4" x 37.5" | 27.5" x 52" x 35" |
| Seat | 22" x 18" | 19" x 13 in. |
| Interior length | not listed | 45 1/2 in. |
| Seat to overflow (soaking depth) | not listed | 15 3/8 in. |
| Seat to footwell | not listed | 15 in. |
| Footwell | not listed | 17 W by 21 L |
| Net weight | 210 lb | 200 lb |
| Shipping weight | 310 lb | 305 lb |
| Crate size (W x L x H) | 32" x 54" x 49" | 31" x 57" x 47" |
| Water to overflow, unoccupied | 65 gal | 65 gal |
| Water with a bather (typical) | 30-50 gal | 30-50 gal |
What is different
- The Standard is 2 1/8 in. wider than the Petite (29 5/8 in. vs 27 1/2 in.).
- The Standard is 0 3/4 in. longer than the Petite (52 3/4 in. vs 52 in.).
- The Standard is 2 1/2 in. taller than the Petite (37 1/2 in. vs 35 in.).
- Door designs differ: the Standard has the s-shape inward-swing acrylic door and the Petite has the stainless steel removable inward-swing door.
- Both hold about 65 gallons to the overflow when empty.
- Net weights are 210 lb (Standard) and 200 lb (Petite).
Common questions
Which is bigger, the Standard or the Petite?
The Standard has the larger footprint at 29 5/8" x 52 3/4" x 37.5", against 27.5" x 52" x 35" for the Petite.
Do the Standard and the Petite have the same door?
No. The Standard uses the s-shape inward-swing acrylic door and the Petite uses the stainless steel removable inward-swing door, so the door guides differ.
How much water do the Standard and the Petite hold?
To the overflow when empty, the Standard holds about 65 gallons and the Petite about 65 gallons; with a bather the typical ranges are 30-50 and 30-50 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.