Ultimate vs Lounger: Walk-In Tub Comparison
The Ella Ultimate and the Ella Lounger 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 | U-shape outward-swing door |
| Door swing | Inward | Outward |
| Seats | One bather | One bather |
| Actual size (W x L x H) | 29.625" x 59.50" x 35.75" | 27" x 59" x 40" |
| Seat | 21" x 16 in. | 20" x 16 in. |
| Interior length | 51 1/4 in. | 50 1/2 in. |
| Seat to overflow (soaking depth) | 18 1/2 in. | 17 in. |
| Seat to footwell | 15 in. | 17 in. |
| Footwell | 19 W by 21 L | 16 W by 20 L |
| Net weight | 220 lb | 215 lb |
| Shipping weight | 350 lb | 365 lb |
| Crate size (W x L x H) | 33" x 63" x 47" | 30" x 62" x 49" |
| Water to overflow, unoccupied | 95 gal | 85 gal |
| Water with a bather (typical) | 55-85 gal | 45-65 gal |
What is different
- The Ultimate is 2 5/8 in. wider than the Lounger (29 5/8 in. vs 27 in.).
- The Ultimate is 0 1/2 in. longer than the Lounger (59 1/2 in. vs 59 in.).
- The Lounger is 4 1/4 in. taller than the Ultimate (40 in. vs 35 3/4 in.).
- Door designs differ: the Ultimate has the stainless steel removable inward-swing door and the Lounger has the u-shape outward-swing door.
- To the overflow, the Ultimate holds about 95 gallons and the Lounger about 85, which matters for water heater sizing.
- Net weights are 220 lb (Ultimate) and 215 lb (Lounger).
Common questions
Which is bigger, the Ultimate or the Lounger?
The Ultimate has the larger footprint at 29.625" x 59.50" x 35.75", against 27" x 59" x 40" for the Lounger.
Do the Ultimate and the Lounger have the same door?
No. The Ultimate uses the stainless steel removable inward-swing door and the Lounger uses the u-shape outward-swing door, so the door guides differ.
How much water do the Ultimate and the Lounger hold?
To the overflow when empty, the Ultimate holds about 95 gallons and the Lounger about 85 gallons; with a bather the typical ranges are 55-85 and 45-65 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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