- Step-in height
- 3 inches
- Financing
- Yes
- Customizations
- Door placement; tub color; background color; shelf, tray and grab bar add-ons
Kohler has six walk-in tub models, including bariatric, wheelchair-accessible and hybrid tub-shower units. The brand is known for its luxury tub and background options — you can choose from a biscuit or white tub, and wall surrounds come in “Adriatic Oasis,” “Classical Decadence,” “Modern Minimalism” or “Coastal Classic” designs.
We love that you can find lots of walk-in tub estimates on the Kohler website (though your costs depend on the model, installation, add-ons, etc.). You can finance a Kohler walk-in bathtub with no payments for 18 months through GreenSky. As of publishing, the brand is offering $1,500 discounts to new customers.
- 17 air and 10 hydrojets
- Grab bar and indented handrails
- Inward-swinging door
- 3 seat temperature settings
- Aromatherapy and chromotherapy
- 50-gallon capacity
- 17 ¼-inch wide door
- Shower package available
- Luxury design options
Kohler Co. covers any walk-in tub defects or workmanship issues. The company’s lifetime limited warranty is one year for all other walk-in tub components (door seal, hydrotherapy systems, faucet and hand-held showerhead).
According to reviews on our site from recent years, bathers who use Kohler’s walk-in tubs are most pleased with how easy the tubs are to operate, the quick drain and fill time and the product warranty.
“I love the Kohler bathtub. It's easy for me to get in and out of. I like every part of it,” Nancy of Texas told us. Even though she hasn’t been using the jets due to diabetes-related leg issues, “just getting in a tub makes me happy. It makes my arthritis feel good.” She said her daughter also loves the tub.
“The bath meets all of my mother-in-law's needs. We appreciate that. She now has an opportunity for independence when taking a bath and appreciates the added features for a calming experience.”
Kohler is best for those who want their walk-in tub to have a look of luxury — if you’re looking for a basic model with no flair, you might want to consider another option.
According to review analysis from a recent three-year period, when it comes to billing issues, Kohler ranks a bit lower (3.8 stars) than walk-in tub brands overall (4.2 stars) on our site. One reviewer, Tracee from Kansas, said the company was “not forthcoming” regarding billing details. “When searching Kohler’s website today found those details in the fine print at the bottom of the page, ONLY IF I expanded the ‘Read More’ for when the offer expired – WHY HIDE IT,” they asked.
Basically, their first payment went through much later than expected, which caused surprise when the money was withdrawn: “They ordered the tub, they installed the tub, they sent a comment card, which to us, indicated the transaction was complete and we had already made our first finance payment and THEN they charged the deposit – again WITH NO COMMUNICATION.” Make sure you clarify the billing process before you agree to a sale.