Cost guide
Walk-in tub with shower: combo cost
A combo gives you a seat to bathe in and a handheld or fixed shower for quick rinses.
Quick answer
A walk-in tub and shower combo costs $2,500 to $10,0001 for the unit, before installation. HomeAdvisor reports $3,200 to $9,5002. Add installation of $700 to $3,0001 or more.
| Item | Planning range |
|---|---|
| Combo unit (tub only) | $2,500 to $10,0001 |
| Installation labor | $700 to $3,0001 |
| Glass door or screen, framed | $400 to $1,2003 |
| Glass door or screen, frameless | $1,200 to $3,0003 |
Planning estimates from the sources cited, not quotes. Your installer's written price is the only real number. How we build these ranges.
What the shower part adds
Most combos add a shower valve, a handheld or fixed shower head, and a way to stop spray leaving the tub: a curtain, a glass screen or a door. The tub seat makes it easier to shower sitting down.
Combo or a separate walk-in shower?
If you mostly shower and rarely soak, a walk-in shower may be easier to get into and out of. If warm soaks matter, a combo keeps both options. Compare them in our walk-in tub vs. walk-in shower guide.
Questions to ask before you buy
- Is the shower valve thermostatic, so water temperature stays steady?
- Is the handheld shower on a slide bar you can reach while seated?
- Does the quote include the glass or curtain rod?
- Will water from the shower drain fast enough to avoid pooling?
Questions people ask
Can you shower in any walk-in tub?
Sources
- HomeGuide, Walk-In Tub Cost. Accessed November 10, 2026.
- HomeAdvisor, How Much Does a Walk-In Bathtub Cost? (2025 pricing (no update date shown)). Accessed November 10, 2026.
- This Old House, Tub-to-Shower Conversion Cost (2026-03-04). Accessed November 10, 2026.
Every price on this page comes from these sources through our published rate card. We open each source before citing it.