Standard vs Ultra: Walk-In Tub Comparison
The Ella Standard 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 | S-shape inward-swing acrylic door | Aluminum-framed 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" | 29.5" x 52.125" x 40" |
| Seat | 22" x 18" | 22" |
| Net weight | 210 lb | 205 lb |
| Shipping weight | 310 lb | 230 lb |
| Crate size (W x L x H) | 32" x 54" x 49" | 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 Standard is 0 1/8 in. wider than the Ultra (29 5/8 in. vs 29 1/2 in.).
- The Standard is 0 5/8 in. longer than the Ultra (52 3/4 in. vs 52 1/8 in.).
- The Ultra is 2 1/2 in. taller than the Standard (40 in. vs 37 1/2 in.).
- Door designs differ: the Standard has the s-shape inward-swing acrylic door and the Ultra has the aluminum-framed removable inward-swing door.
- To the overflow, the Standard holds about 65 gallons and the Ultra about 75, which matters for water heater sizing.
- Net weights are 210 lb (Standard) and 205 lb (Ultra).
Common questions
Which is bigger, the Standard or the Ultra?
The Standard has the larger footprint at 29 5/8" x 52 3/4" x 37.5", against 29.5" x 52.125" x 40" for the Ultra.
Do the Standard and the Ultra have the same door?
No. The Standard uses the s-shape inward-swing acrylic door and the Ultra uses the aluminum-framed removable inward-swing door, so the door guides differ.
How much water do the Standard and the Ultra hold?
To the overflow when empty, the Standard 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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