Accessibility Professionals Freedom Bathtubs Review
Best Slide-In Tubs for Seniors
Freedom Bathtubs by Accessibility Professionals are safe and secure slide-in tubs that allow seniors to maintain their independence at home. Freedom bathtubs earned a place as one of the best slide-in tubs on the market due to their simple and practical design and low step height. These bathtubs feature a variety of safety measures, including a bar to grab onto, a non-slip floor and an outward swinging door with wheelchair accessibility.
Freedom Bathtubs’ price points come in lower than many other leading brands, making them an excellent choice for cost-conscious seniors looking to feel safe and secure at home on a budget.
Pros:
- Walk-in model has a low step height (6”) and heated seat
- Offers flexibility to choose your own contractor for installation
- Transparent online pricing
Cons:
- Offers only two models
- Small list of available upgrades
Overview of Accessibility Professionals
Accessibility Professionals specifically design their products to be functional and easy for individuals with limited mobility to use. With optimum safety features at an affordable price, they help seniors age in place and maintain independence. They offer an installation service and a knowledgeable team of dedicated professionals.
How much does an Accessibility Professionals Freedom Bathtub Cost?
Accessibility Professional’s walk-in tubs typically cost between $3,000 and $8,000, but the average price for a tub with an inward swinging door is $4,840 pre-installation and with an outward swinging door is $5,720. This makes it more affordable than some of the other walk-in tubs on the market offered by other brands. However, while some of the more expensive brands offer a lifetime guarantee, Accessibility Professionals only offer a limited guarantee.
The exact cost depends on the model, and installation costs could also increase the overall costs. Adding extra features such as heated seats or jets can make it more expensive, however, during sales, the tub can be as low as $3,243. Although Accessibility Professionals do not handle the installation themselves, they offer referrals to dealers who handle installations.
Full Review of Accessibility Professionals Freedom Bathtubs
Walk-In Bathtub – Inward Swinging Door
The swing-in door is the ideal choice for less mobile seniors who do not use a wheelchair.
Features
Style
Walk-In Bathtub
Size
51" x 30" x 41"
Materials
Acrylic
Door
Inward Swinging
Safety Features
Anti-Slip Floor, grip bars, low step
Price
$4,840
The walk-in freedom bathtub has an inward swinging door so that you can easily enter. This model is ideally suited to individuals with mobility issues but who do not use a wheelchair.
Safety Features
- Anti-Slip Floor
- Grip Bars
- Low Step
The inward swinging door walk-in bathtub has accessibility features to ensure that less-mobile individuals can safely enter and exit the tub. The low 6-inch step is ideal for seniors who have problems lifting their legs up high. The anti-slip floor and grip bars help prevent falls.
Size
The 51 inches by 30 inches by 41 inches design is compact enough to fit into most bathrooms but large enough to accommodate seniors of any size and for them to feel secure. It has a spacious feel inside and is ample for seniors to be able to wash independently or have the help of someone else.
Shower
As well as a traditional bathtub tap, the inward swinging door walk-in bathtub features a 5-inch hose and handheld nozzle for the option to shower rather than bathe.
Upgrades
A variety of upgrades can be added, including:
- A Heated shell
- Water jets
- Air jets
The upgrades come at an extra cost. Please note the heated shell cannot be combined with the jet upgrade.
Warranty
- Door seal: Limited lifetime
- Water and air pumps: 5 years
- Structural components excluding glass and mirrors: 10 years
- Spare parts purchased separately: 1 year
Walk-In Bathtub – Outward Swinging Door
For seniors who use a wheelchair, the outward swinging door allows for easy entry and exit from the tub.
Style
Slide-In Bathtub
Size
51.25" x 30" x 40"
Materials
Acrylic
Door
Outward Swinging
Safety Features
Anti-Slip Floor, grip bars, low step, wheelchair accessible seat
Price
$5,720
The Walk-In Freedom bathtub has an outward swinging door ideally suited to individuals who use wheelchairs and who would like easy access to and from the bathtub.
Safety Features
- Anti-Slip Floor
- Grip Bars
- Low Step
- Wheelchair accessible seat
The Outward Swinging Walk-In bathtub has a range of accessibility features to ensure that less-mobile individuals can safely enter and exit the tub. The low 6-inch step suits seniors who cannot step over things well and the anti-slip floor and grip bars help prevent any falls.
Size
The 51.25 inches by 30 inches by 40 inches design is compact enough to be installed into most standard bathrooms but large enough for seniors to be able to comfortably maneuver from a wheelchair into the tub and have enough space to watch themselves independently.
Shower
As well as a traditional bathtub tap, it also features a 5-inch hose and handheld shower for easy showering.
Upgrades
A variety of upgrades can be added, including:
- Heated shell
- Water jets
- Air jets
The upgrades come at an extra cost. Note the heated shell cannot be combined with the jet upgrade.
Warranty
- Door seal: Limited lifetime
- Water and air pumps: 5 years
- Structural components excluding glass and mirrors: 10 years
- Spare parts purchased separately: 1 year
Who Should Consider Accessibility Professionals Freedom Bathtubs?
Less-Mobile Seniors
For the less-mobile senior, the walk-in freedom bathtub with the inward swinging door is a winning choice. With the safety features of more expensive models but at an affordable price, it’s a great all-rounder for seniors who want to feel comfortable getting in and out of the bath at home.
Wheelchair Users
The walk-in freedom bathtub with an outward swinging door is excellent for any wheelchair user. The seat, the grip bars and the non-slip floor allow seniors to safely slide from their wheelchair into the tub without having to stand up.
What Are People Saying About Accessibility Professionals’ Freedom Bathtubs?
The reviewers praise the easy and fast installation and high-quality product. They mentioned the staff’s ability to adapt and problem-solve to fit the bathtub into any bathroom shape and size. Most were very impressed by the quality of the product and found it to be very convenient and easy to use.
Although a few reviewers had issues with customer services, the vast majority find the support excellent and describe the staff as helpful, friendly and compassionate.
FAQs
What Are The Dimensions Of An Accessibility Professionals Freedom Walk-In Tub?
An Accessibility Professionals Freedom Bathtub typically measures 32″ x 52″ x 38″ but there is a lot of variation depending on the brand, the model and the design. Click here for our full answer to this question.
What Is the Average Cost of a Walk-In Tub?
The Average cost of a walk-in tub is around $5,000 for a basic model. However, with the addition of upgrades, they can be as expensive as $11,000. Click here for our full answer to this question.
Can I Have a Walk-In Shower in a Small Bathroom?
While it will depend on the exact dimensions of the bathroom, most bathrooms can fit a walk-in tub into them if you find the right one. There are trained advisors who can measure your bathroom and see if it is appropriate. Click here for our full answer to this question.
Are Walk-In Tubs Comfortable?
Yes, a walk-in tub offers comfort features that are not available in traditional bathtubs. Many walk in-tubs have handrails for increased security and to prevent falls, as well as a wide seat for optimum comfort. Click here for our full answer to this question.
Can You Add a Shower to a Walk-In Tub?
Many walk-in tubs come with a shower attachment so you can use them as both a shower and a tub. Tubs that do not come with a shower attachment already installed may be able to have one installed. Click here for our full answer to this question.