Zen vs Royal: Walk-In Tub Comparison
The Ella Zen and the Ella Royal 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 1/2" x 52" x 37.5" | 31.5" x 52" x 35" |
| Seat | 20" x 15" | 23" x 12 1/4 in. |
| Interior length | not listed | 45 1/4 in. |
| Seat to overflow (soaking depth) | not listed | 15 1/2 in. |
| Seat to footwell | not listed | 15 in. |
| Footwell | not listed | 19 1/2 W by 20 L |
| Net weight | 210 lb | 230 lb |
| Shipping weight | 310 lb | 320 lb |
| Crate size (W x L x H) | 32" x 54" x 49" | 36" x 57" x 46" |
| Water to overflow, unoccupied | 65 gal | 100 gal |
| Water with a bather (typical) | 30-50 gal | 45-65 gal |
What is different
- The Royal is 2 in. wider than the Zen (31 1/2 in. vs 29 1/2 in.).
- Both are 52 in. long.
- The Zen is 2 1/2 in. taller than the Royal (37 1/2 in. vs 35 in.).
- Door designs differ: the Zen has the s-shape inward-swing acrylic door and the Royal has the stainless steel removable inward-swing door.
- To the overflow, the Zen holds about 65 gallons and the Royal about 100, which matters for water heater sizing.
- Net weights are 210 lb (Zen) and 230 lb (Royal).
Common questions
Which is bigger, the Zen or the Royal?
The Royal has the larger footprint at 31.5" x 52" x 35", against 29 1/2" x 52" x 37.5" for the Zen.
Do the Zen and the Royal have the same door?
No. The Zen uses the s-shape inward-swing acrylic door and the Royal uses the stainless steel removable inward-swing door, so the door guides differ.
How much water do the Zen and the Royal hold?
To the overflow when empty, the Zen holds about 65 gallons and the Royal about 100 gallons; with a bather the typical ranges are 30-50 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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