American Standard Studio 60 in. Alcove Bathtub vs Delta Classic 60" x 32" Alcove Bathtub

Both are 60-inch acrylic alcove soaking tubs with left-hand drains, so the real choice comes down to width and fit. The American Standard Studio is 30 inches wide with a 48-gallon basin, integral lumbar support and a textured floor, and it is ADA compliant when installed to spec. The Delta Classic is 32 inches wide with a deeper bathing well and a 3.7-out-of-5 rating from 482 owners, which suggests mixed satisfaction. Buy the American Standard for comfort and safety features; buy the Delta only if your alcove is framed for 32 inches and you want the extra width.

• Choose the American Standard Studio if you want lumbar support, a slip-resistant floor and a narrower 30-inch footprint that fits tighter alcoves.
• Choose the Delta Classic if your rough opening is built for a 32-inch tub and you want the wider basin and deeper well.