Ranking of the best shower enclosures with a low tray for 2022

Original plumbing products have recently entered our lives, which, due to a number of advantages, have seriously competed with the usual baths. They do not take up much space, the water consumption is economy class, and additional functions make water procedures a useful event in comfortable conditions.

The ratings of the best shower cabins with a low open and closed tray presented in the review will help you navigate among the variety of products on the market.

General information and purpose

Shower cabin - a small room (platform, box) limited by walls with sanitary equipment for taking a water shower, hydromassage or steam bath.

It is installed in the most suitable places - in an apartment, a country house, a bathhouse, a garage, a workshop, an office or other non-residential premises, not necessarily in a bathroom.

Suitable not only for lovers of the shower, but also for those who are contraindicated in taking a bath - the disabled or the elderly who find it difficult to overcome the high sides of the container.

Advantages:

1. Immediate use - no need to wait for a set of water.
2. Compactness - placement in a small area, taking into account the characteristics of the space of the installation site.
3. Multifunctionality - a combination of functions from listening to radio broadcasts or hands-free channels to conducting medical, massage or bath procedures.
4. Convenience - just step over the low side.
5. Safety - the use of durable materials, anti-slip coating, holders, seats.
6. Efficiency - low water consumption compared to a bathtub.
7. Cleanliness - good tightness prevents water from entering the floor, the product is easy to clean.

Flaws:

1. High price.
2. You can't relax while lying down.
3. The dependence of the effectiveness of some procedures (steam bath, hydromassage) on the pressure in the water main.
4. Impossible to hand wash.
5. The need for thorough cleaning after a shower from water droplets to prevent whitish plaque.

Design

one.Tray - for collecting and draining water into the sewer. The basis of the whole structure, which determines the shape: angular, square, rectangular, round, oval. Can be high or low.

2. Siphon - to create a hydraulic seal that prevents the penetration of unpleasant odors from the sewer.

3. Metal frame - to fix the structure and give stability.

4. Walls - to create an enclosed space, prevent water splashing, as well as attach accessories: mirrors, shelves, rods, a bracket for a hand shower, etc.

5. Doors - for entering / exiting the cabin and its sealing. Mounted on a frame or directly on the wall. According to the type of opening, they are sliding or hinged, made of glass or plastic.

6. Roof - for complete sealing, as well as creating a certain microclimate.

7. Center console - to accommodate the main control mechanisms:

• mixer with mode switch;
• electronic control panel;
• hydromassage.

Kinds

Type

1. Open - prefabricated structures integrated into the room above the sewer drain without an upper fence (roof):

• partition;

• shower cabin;

• hydromassage cabin.

2. Closed - autonomous boxes (with a roof), installed anywhere with the ability to connect to utilities:

• shower box;

• hydromassage box;

• box with bath;

• box with sauna, incl. for two.

3. Combined - a design with a deep tray that combines the advantages of a whirlpool bath or the advantages of a jacuzzi cabin.

By shape

1. Square - large pallet area, smooth sliding doors.

2. Rectangular - for wall mounting.

3. Semicircular - for wall installation with a semicircular front surface.

4. Quarter circle - for mounting in a corner.

5.Polygonal - a kind of quarter circle for corner installation as a design solution.

6. Round - the optimal ratio of the base area to the perimeter, but very expensive.

By installation method

1. Symmetrical - the same design on the left and right.

2. Versatile - different lengths of the sides.

3. Right-hand - one door on the right wall.

4. Left side - one door on the left wall.

5. Wall-mounted - for placement regardless of angles along the wall.

By the number of walls

1. Single-walled - a simple protective partition with pallets without rear walls.

2. Double-walled - for corner installation.

3. Three-wall - for wall installation.

4. Full wall - closed on all sides without the need to install close to the wall.

Criterias of choice

1. The shape of the pallet, on which the shape of the entire device depends - square, rectangular, semicircular, a quarter of a circle.

2. Material:

• cast iron - durable, but heats up for a long time;
• steel - durable, but noisy;
• acrylic - cheap, light, easy to install;
• faience - elegant and solid;
• artificial marble - durable, but the most expensive.

3. Door opening method:

• hinged - a classic opening on swivel hinges;
• sliding - the sliding structure moves to the side along the walls;
• door-book - a combination of elements of a hinged and sliding door, when shifted to the side, folding like a book cover;
• without doors - a design solution with a possible partial cover of the entrance.

4. Type of model in terms of functionality and financial capabilities - an open cabin or a closed box.

5. Additional functionality:

• vertical hydromassage - water jets in a standing position with special nozzles;
• horizontal massage - in models with a bathtub in a supine position;
• hydromassage of the legs - at the level of the calves and feet;
• cascade shower - a continuous stream of water flows from the shower, not jets;
• rain shower - a stream of water from a large grate on the ceiling;
• aromatherapy - creating a pleasant smell inside with balms or special aromatic oils;
• with ozonation;
• with a Turkish bath - supply of a large amount of steam heated to 60⁰С with a steam generator;
• with a Finnish sauna - supplying a small amount of steam at a high temperature of at least 80⁰С;
• with an infrared sauna - equipment with an infrared heater;
• with open bath;
• with closed bath;
• backlight - for targeted lighting;
• ventilation - installation of a fan for ventilation or even distribution of steam;
• timer - for automatic shutdown after a certain period of time;
• FM radio - for a comfortable pastime;
• thermal mixers - to maintain the water temperature within the established parameters;
• watering can;
• display - to display information about the operating mode, timer settings, notification of malfunctions;
• towel holder;
• equipment - mirror, shelves, seat, headrest.

6. Manufacturer's warranty - the longer the period, the more reliable the model.

The decisive factor is the financial possibilities, on the basis of which the dimensions corresponding to the size of the room are selected.

Where is it profitable to buy

It is better to buy popular models of shower cabins in specialized plumbing stores or from manufacturers' dealers. The best inexpensive products must be checked - the smoothness of movement or opening of doors, their tightness, the quality of components. In addition, look at the certificates, as well as listen to the recommendations and advice of consultants - which ones are, which company is better, how to choose, what to look for, which one is better to buy, how much it costs.

If there is no decent choice of decent plumbing in the locality, you can contact the online store to order online budget new items that are represented by the best manufacturers. Among the verified sites are large aggregators E-catalog and Yandex.Market with a demonstration of product cards containing characteristics, descriptions, features, as well as photos of products.

It should be remembered that even the simplest model is an “expensive” product. Don't waste your money on a poor quality product!

The best low tray showers

The rating of quality products was compiled according to the opinion of buyers who left reviews on the Internet sites of dealers of manufacturers of sanitary equipment. The popularity of models was determined by their efficiency, reliability, durability, quality workmanship, as well as price.

The review presents ratings among the best open-type and closed-type shower cabins with a different set of functionality. Unfortunately, the majority of Russian brands have moved their production to China, which has led to a lack of worthy Russian-made goods on the market.

TOP 5 best shower cabins with a low open type tray

Grossman GR-170D

Brand - Grossman (Germany).
The country of origin is China.

Functional model for bathroom equipment with a reinforced acrylic tray 50 mm deep and non-slip coating that can withstand a load of up to 320 kg. There is a drain in the corner. Installed European siphons with water seal. The legs of the metal profile are adjustable in height within 5-15 mm.

0.6 cm thick tempered glass walls with anti-calcium treatment.A mirror (amalgam on glass) is integrated into the rear wall, eliminating the possibility of corrosion. The swing door is mounted on steel hinges.

There is a limiter on the glass shelf. The shower head with silicone nozzles is adjustable in height on the bar. Chrome-plated reinforced hose can rotate in a circle.

The average price is 51,100 rubles.

• good equipment;
• durable glass;
• elegant design;
• reliable metal profile;
• fast assembly without self-tapping screws and silicone;
• long service life;
• 5 year warranty.

• high price.

Niagara NG-4501-08BK

Brand - Niagara (Republic of Korea).
The country of origin is China.

A small-sized model of a simple configuration for equipping a bathroom in an apartment or as a summer shower in a country house. The snow-white pallet is made of snow-white ABS plastic, mounted on a solid metal frame with reinforced legs. Powder coated aluminum profile. Tempered transparent glass with black mosaic. The back wall is made of black painted glass.

Sliding glass doors are equipped with single self-adjusting durable rollers with increased resistance to mechanical stress. They move very quietly without any effort.

Sold at a price of 16,500 - 18,900 rubles.

• the design does not creak, does not bend;
• quality glasses;
• compactness;
• fast assembly;
• 5 year warranty;
• excellent value for money.

• not detected.

More information about the cabin in the video:

Parly TM911

Brand - Parly (China).
The country of origin is China.

Compact corner model for giving or installation in an apartment, well combined with design ideas. Differs in simplicity of a complete set, smoothness of lines and visual ease of a design. Due to the lack of a roof, condensate does not collect inside. The small reinforced tray has a standard size and is equipped with an anti-slip coating that is pleasant to the touch and also absorbs sound well.

The back panel and sliding doors are made of the tempered tinted glass. The basis of a design is made by a strong aluminum framework. Inside there are shelves and a mirror. Removable hand shower can be used as a rain shower.

The average price is 17,800 rubles.

• compactness;
• smooth running of doors;
• easy to clean;
• strong plastic;
• condensate does not accumulate, there is no dampness;
• simple assembly;
• no frills;
• low cost.

• no seat;
• uninformative instruction.

Video review:

Pegas N192

Brand - Pegas (China).
The country of origin is China.

Spacious model for installation in an apartment or country house with a plastic tray. Frosted glass does not allow water to pass through, hides the figure well during water procedures. The movement of the doors is smooth without slipping from the rails. There is enough space inside to turn freely.

The watering can can be fixed at the top or picked up, the pressure is good. Smooth adjustment of water temperature and fixation of a comfortable option for subsequent inclusions.

It is offered at a share price of 7,690 rubles.

• compactness;
• spacious inside;
• the design does not creak, without play;
• all communications are hidden;
• fast assembly;
• simple equipment;
• low price.

• not detected.

River Tana 100/80 MT

Brand - River (Russia).
The country of origin is China.

A convenient model for water procedures in an apartment, sauna or country house. Made of glass and aluminum profile. The low, anti-slip acrylic tray is safe for the elderly. Reliable fixation and watertightness of the swing door is ensured by magnetic seals.

Equipped with comfortable shelves, a mirror and a rain shower. The automatic siphon is easy to open with your toe.

The average price is 37,200 rubles.

• practicality;
• universal swing door;
• spacious inside;
• convenient swing door;
• assembly without silicone;
• shock-resistant glasses;
• stylish design;
• easy to clean;
• quality manufacturing.

• over time, the acrylic coating sometimes bubbles.

Cabin video review:

comparison table

	Grossman GR-170D	NIAGARA NG-4501-08BK	Parly TM911	Pegas N192	River Tana 100/80 MT
fencing	full wall	full wall	full wall	full wall	full wall
The form	quadrant	quadrant	quadrant	quadrant	rectangular
pallet material	acrylic	acrylic	acrylic	ABS plastic	acrylic
Side height, cm	15	16	15	2015-10-01 00:00:00	15
Front walls	glass	glass	glass	glass	glass
Front wall thickness, cm	0.6	0.4	0.4	0.4	0.6
Door construction	hinged	sliding	sliding	sliding	hinged
Number of leaves	1	2	2	2	1
doorway width, cm	51	50	49	50	50
Peculiarities:
anti-slip coating	there is	there is	there is	there is	there is
equipment	mirror, shelves, adjustable legs, watering can	shower set	watering can	mirror, shelves, watering can	mirror, shelves, shower head
additional functions	No	rain shower	No	No	rain shower
mixer	classical	dual mode	classical	classical	classical
dimensions (GxHxW), cm	100x205x100	90x215x90	85x190x85	90x200x90	80x200x100
Guarantee	5 years	5 years	1 year	1 year	1 year

TOP 5 best shower cabins with a low closed type tray

Erlit Comfort ER3510P

Brand - Erlit (Russia).
The country of origin is China.

A compact, simple model without unnecessary accessories for water treatments in a stylish home environment. Well-thought-out equipment includes a durable pallet with anti-slip coating, safety impact-resistant glass for walls and doors on sliding rollers. In the enlarged internal space, a person of any build is freely accommodated. The low side is convenient for the elderly. At the same time, water ingress outside the cabin is not allowed by the level control system.

The functionality of the product is provided by a traditional and rain shower, a built-in mirror and shelves for placing bath accessories.

Ease of assembly is achieved by symmetrical glass and fasteners, laid out in separate packages. The use of bolts with nuts as fasteners eliminates unnecessary drilling of holes. The versatility of parts makes them easy to replace.

A wide range of prices from 25,614 to 32,495 rubles.

• compactness;
• reinforced pallet;
• impact-resistant glass;
• brass mixer;
• siphon with water seal;
• comfortable door handles;
• quality rollers on sliding doors;
• simple assembly according to clear instructions;
• installation without sealant;
• stylish design.

• overpriced for a simple model;
• there is no ventilation.

Cerutti CER 90

Brand - Cerutti (Italy).
The country of origin is China.

Corner wall model for showering and hydromassage in an apartment or a country house. A convenient low acrylic tray with a removable screen, a European wide drain is placed on a metal frame with adjustable legs. The anti-slip reinforced flooring is made of moisture resistant wood.

Two front sliding blinds made of 5 mm thick tinted translucent tempered glass and wide polished aluminum profiles give a stylish design, ensure ease of maintenance. The rear wall consists of three parts - two glass side and central hydromassage columns with six jets, a touch screen, a mixer, and a wooden seat.

The glass roof has a fan, chromotherapy lamps, speaker, rain shower.

The manufacturer with a large set of additional functions offers at a price of 61,000 rubles.

• advanced functionality;
• large shelf;
• comfortable seat;
• c radio;
• stylish design.

• uninformative assembly instructions.

Video demonstration of the assembly of the Cerutti shower enclosure:

Deto EM 1510-LED-Gm

Brand - Deto (Finland).
Country of origin - Finland.

Multifunctional spacious model with hydromassage, patterned frosted glass, chrome profile, and lighting for installation in an apartment or country house. The electrics are reliably protected from moisture. Reinforced acrylic pallet with a permitted weight of up to 350 kg is mounted on a galvanized metal frame. Glass sliding doors made of tempered safety glass 5 mm thick at the bottom and top on double self-adjusting brass rollers in an anti-corrosion plastic case.The rear white walls are also made of impact-resistant glass.

The roof is equipped with two ventilation holes and a wide rain shower with self-cleaning rubber jets. The hand shower is attached to a height-adjustable bar. Classic faucet with adjustable pressure and water temperature with ceramic cartridge.

A mirror and two shelves are at a convenient height. The anti-slip insert is made under a wooden covering.

The average price is 64,000 rubles.

• vertical hydromassage with three jets;
• easy setup on the control panel;
• FM radio;
• vertical LED-backlight;
• installation without the use of silicone (sealant);
• drainage channels in the pallet;
• threaded connections on reinforced hoses;
• quality manufacturing;
• warranty period 5 years.

• high price.

River Temza 90/26 MT

Brand - River (Russia).
The country of origin is China.

Universal model with a large set of equipment for water procedures in an apartment or a country house. Acrylic tray with anti-slip coating, removable screen and siphon placed on a metal frame. Silent sliding doors with opaque glass and a wide opening 55 cm wide are mounted on reliable double rollers. Tempered safety tinted glasses 4 mm thick are used.

The hydromassage system uses round nozzles. The touch control panel is equipped with a Bluetooth function. Additional comfort is created by soft lighting, FM radio, a mirror, a shelf, a seat.

Offer in the range of 28,600 - 37,900 rubles.

• convenient sliding doors;
• there are no leaks;
• optimal set of functions;
• tropical shower;
• comfortable seat;
• chrome profile;
• stylish design;
• hydromassage system.

• not identified.

Cabin video review:

Fresh D-901

Brand - Fresh (China).
The country of origin is China.

Compact corner Chinese model for water procedures in an apartment or a country house. The design takes into account the user's physique and allows you to relax in the shower. The frame profile and the center console are made of aluminium, giving stability, withstanding a weight of more than 170 kg. The low acrylic tray provides convenience for older family members.

The hydromassage system has four jets for the back, four movable jets for vertical hydromassage, and a built-in foot massager. Particular comfort when taking procedures is achieved on a folding seat that can withstand a weight of more than 150 kg. Additional comfort is provided by decorative spot lighting on the control panel (15 pcs.) and on top (24 pcs.), FM radio, as well as a speakerphone.

Black (mirror) tempered glass is used for the rear walls, and tinted glass is used for sliding compartment doors.

Can be found at a price of 13,000 - 18,225 rubles.

• compactness;
• mirrored back wall;
• rich equipment;
• massage procedures;
• Nice colour;
• stylish design;
• affordable price.

• not informative guide.

Video review of the model:

comparison table

	ERLIT Comfort ER3510P	Cerutti CER 90	Deto EM 1510-LED-Gm	River Temza 90/26 MT	Fresh D-901
fencing	full-walled	full-walled	full-walled	full-walled	full-walled
The form	quadrant	quadrant	quadrant	quadrant	quadrant
pallet material	acrylic	acrylic	acrylic	acrylic	acrylic
Side height, cm	15	17	15	26	15
Front walls	glass	glass	glass	glass	glass
Front wall thickness, cm	0.4	0.5	0.5	0.4	0.5
Door construction	sliding	sliding	sliding	sliding	sliding
Number of leaves	2	2	2	2	2
Functional:
hydromassage	No	vertical, back	vertical	vertical, legs, back	vertical, legs, back
number of nozzles	0	6	3	6	8
additional functions	rain shower	rain shower, ventilation	rain shower, ventilation	rain shower, ventilation	rain shower, ventilation
multimedia	No	radio	radio	radio, telephone (speakerphone)	radio, telephone (speakerphone)
Turkish sauna	No	No	option	No	No
control Panel	No	electronic	sensory	electronic	electronic
Peculiarities:
anti-slip coating	there is	there is	there is	there is	there is
equipment	mirror, shelf, shower head	shelves, adjustable leg height, watering can	mirror, shelves, shower head	mirror, shelves, watering can	mirror, shelves, shower head
seat	No	there is	No	there is	there is
mixer	classical	classical	classical	classical	classical
backlight	No	upper	vertical LED lighting	top, decorative	top, control panels
dimensions (GxHxW), cm	100x215x100	90x215x90	100x220x100	90x217x90	90x218x90
Guarantee	1 year	2 years	5 years	1 year	1 year

Tips from "experienced"

What to look for before purchasing a shower cabin:

1. Clarify the features of the water drain device in the installation room to determine mutually compatible communications.
2. Check that the dimensions of the planned purchase correspond to the dimensions of the installation room.
3. Consult with plumbers about the amount of water pressure in the main at different times of the day before buying a model that has a large set of additional functions.
4. Visualize the planned placement at the installation site using image editing programs and photo booths for a visual perception of the future interior.

Enjoy the shopping! Take care of yourself and your loved ones!