The Best Steam Shower Tub Combos for Small Bathrooms
Quick answer: The best small-bathroom steam shower tub combo is the one that fits a standard 60" x 30–32" bathtub alcove — the space almost every small bathroom already has. Our top pick is the Platinum DZ972, purpose-built to retrofit that exact footprint with a 6 kW generator and 20 body jets. The Mesa 905 (60" x 33") and Platinum DA580 (59" x 32") are the value and mid-luxury alternatives.
Small bathroom, big wish list: a shower, a soaking tub, hydro-massage jets, and a steam room? A steam shower tub combo delivers all four in a single enclosure — and because several of our models were engineered to the dimensions of a standard bathtub, "small bathroom" is exactly where they shine. Here are the combos our team recommends, in order.
First, Measure Your Tub Alcove
The standard American alcove tub is 60 inches long and 30–32 inches deep. Measure yours wall-to-wall, note whether your existing plumbing sits on the left or right, and check ceiling height (combo units stand roughly 85–89 inches tall). Those three numbers will point you straight to the right model below.
1. Platinum DZ972 — Best Overall Tub-Alcove Retrofit
Fits a standard 60" tub space • 32" or 36" depths • 6 kW steam • 20 acupressure jets • ~$5,490
The Platinum DZ972 was designed for one job: replacing a standard bathtub with a complete luxury steam suite. Into that 60-inch footprint it packs a 6 kW high-efficiency generator, 20 acupressure body jets, dual rainfall shower heads, chromatherapy mood lighting, an aromatherapy system, and hardwood ceiling and floor accents — in black or white glass, with a 36-inch-deep version if your alcove allows the extra room. If you want maximum spa in minimum space, this is the ceiling of the category.
2. Mesa 905 — Best Value 60-Inch Combo
60" x 33" • 3 kW steam • 6 body jets + 6 whirlpool jets • sliding center doors
The Mesa 905 is the popular choice for a straight tub-and-shower replacement: center-opening sliding glass doors for easy entry in tight rooms, a jetted tub below, steam above, Bluetooth sound, a digital keypad with auto shut-off, and ozone self-cleaning. Available with left (905L) or right (905R) water controls to match your existing plumbing.
3. Platinum DA580 — Best Mid-Luxury Alcove Combo
59" x 32" x 86" • 6 kW steam • 11 whirlpool jets • mood lighting • rainfall ceiling shower
The Platinum DA580 slots into the same alcove footprint as the 905 but steps up to the 6 kW generator, an 11-jet whirlpool tub, color-changing mood lights, and a rainfall ceiling shower — installable freestanding or in the alcove. The middle path between Mesa value and DZ972 maximalism.
4. Mesa 501 — Best Compact Rectangular Combo
59" x 33" • 3 kW steam • jetted tub
The Mesa 501 (also available with a white interior) keeps the rectangular tub-combo formula simple and affordable at 59 by 33 inches — a clean fit for standard alcoves when the budget leads the decision. Find it in our tub combo collection.
If You Have a Little More Room
Two honorable mentions for bathrooms that can spare a few extra inches: the jet-rich Mesa 608A (10 acupressure + 10 whirlpool jets) and the corner-format Platinum DA333F8, which tucks a jetted-tub combo into a corner layout instead of an alcove. And at the top end of the size range, the 67" x 35" Mesa 807A is our largest rectangular combo.
Quick Comparison
| Model | Footprint | Steam | Tub jets | Signature features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Platinum DZ972 | Standard 60" alcove (32" or 36" deep) | 6 kW | 20 body jets | Dual rainfall, chromatherapy, aromatherapy |
| Mesa 905 (L/R) | 60" x 33" | 3 kW | 6 + 6 whirlpool | Sliding center doors, Bluetooth, ozone clean |
| Platinum DA580 | 59" x 32" | 6 kW | 11 whirlpool | Mood lighting, rainfall ceiling shower |
| Mesa 501 | 59" x 33" | 3 kW | Jetted tub | Best-price rectangular combo |
Small-Bathroom Fit Checklist
- Left or right controls: Match the model (905L vs. 905R, for example) to where your plumbing already lives to avoid re-piping.
- Sliding doors beat swing doors in tight rooms — every combo above uses sliders.
- Weight check upstairs: A filled combo weighs like a large whirlpool tub; on older second floors, have the joists confirmed — see our placement guide.
- Hookups: Dedicated 240V circuit, standard ½" supply lines, and a 1.5" tub drain, per each model's spec sheet.
- Choosing the tub side matters too: our guide to choosing the perfect jet tub covers jet types and soaking comfort.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a steam shower tub combo replace a standard bathtub?
Yes — that is precisely what the 59–60 inch models above are designed for. The Platinum DZ972 in particular was engineered to retrofit a standard 60" bathtub configuration.
Will removing my only tub hurt resale value?
This is the beauty of the combo: you are not removing the tub, you are upgrading it. The home keeps a bathtub for family buyers and gains steam, jets, and a modern glass enclosure.
How much do steam shower tub combos cost?
Factory-direct combo pricing generally runs from about $3,600 for Mesa models to about $5,500 for the fully loaded Platinum DZ972, before professional hookup. Check each product page for current sale pricing.
Do tub combos need special plumbing?
No — standard ½" hot and cold supply lines and a 1.5" tub drain, plus a dedicated 240V circuit for the steam generator and pumps.
See Every Combo
Browse the full steam shower tub combo collection with current pricing, or call 1-800-791-8232 with your alcove measurements and we will confirm exactly which models fit.