Safe Step Walk-In Shower: $4,000 – $10,000. Safe Step Combination Tub/Shower: $2,500 – $10,000. Installation and labor: Up to $5,000.

High Cost of Entry: A Safe Step walk-in tub can cost you anywhere from $2,500 to $8,000. When you tack on the cost of installation, which will likely be somewhere in the ballpark of $5,000, you'll definitely be spending a good chunk of change for a Safe Step tub.

A walk-in shower saves more water compared to a walk-in tub because you only use it when needed. Turning the switch on and off helps you control the amount of water you need when bathing. On the contrary, a walk-in bathtub is much deeper than the traditional bathtubs and tends to consume more water when filling up.

A Safe Step walk-in shower features several therapeutic advantages, easy access and safety bars to prevent dangerous falls, and the freedom to bathe on your own. A walk-inshower improves your quality of your life. You deserve safety, independence, convenience and comfort in your bathing experience.

Tub Size. Larger walk-in tubs require more materials, time, and labor to manufacture and install. A larger tub also has more surface area, meaning that more enamel or other materials are needed to cover it. This can result in a higher overall cost.

The cost of a walk-in tub can range from $2,000–$5,000, however, installation adds another $2,000–$10,000, raising the average total cost to between $4,000 and $15,000. Below are some of the factors that influence the overall cost of a walk-in tub.

Health. Walk-in tubs can improve the overall health of those with specific ailments. For example, the soothing effects of a walk-in tub help those suffering from conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, rheumatism, fibromyalgia, or general muscle or joint pain and stiffness.

*Cost data sourced from HomeAdvisor, Fixr, and Angi. Walk-in tubs cost an average of $4,000–$15,000 including installation. A typical walk-in tub shower combo costs between $2,500–$6,000 before installation. The average cost of a bathroom remodel is around $5,500.

For all of their benefits, walk-in tubs do come with some disadvantages, namely that they can be more expensive than a standard tub, and they take awhile to fill and drain.

Safe Step is the largest walk-in tub company in North America. It started in 2008, when Safe Steps's Mike Duffer founded the company. He was introduced by construction and project manager Rene Bonville to Daniel Oliver of Hohenwald, whose company is the sole manufacturer.

Walk-In Shower Pros and Cons Greater Space: With fewer walls, walk-in showers are wide-open and expansive. Though walk-in showers can be built the same size as a step-in shower, most tend to be larger. Better Accessibility: With no curbs to block access for mobility devices, walk-in showers are accessible to everyone.

Walk-in tubs are a safe and accessible option for people of all ages. They're also great for anyone who wants a calming, spa-like experience at home. Upgrading to a walk-in tub elevates your bath routine to allow for ultimate relaxation. In addition, walk-in tubs make cleaning and maintenance easier.