Comfort Height and Extra Tall Toilets: Which Height Is Right?
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A taller toilet is one of the cheapest, most effective upgrades for bad knees, bad hips, or tall family members. Here’s how the heights compare.
The heights, explained
| Type | Seat height (approx.) | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | About 15″ | Kids, shorter adults |
| Comfort / ADA height | 17–19″ | Most adults, aging in place |
| Extra tall | About 21″ | Tall adults, people with knee or hip problems |
The ADA accessibility standard puts the top of the seat at 17 to 19 inches. Extra-tall 21″ models go higher than that, which some people find much easier and others find too tall, so sit on one if you can before buying.
Our picks
ELEMAZ 21″ Extra Tall Toilet, Elongated
Seat sits well above standard height. Built for tall adults and anyone who struggles to stand up.
Check current priceELEMAZ 21″ Extra Tall Toilet, Dual Flush
Same extra-tall height with a dual flush to save water.
Check current priceELEMAZ 21″ Extra Tall Toilet, Round Bowl
A round bowl takes less floor depth than an elongated one, which helps in a tight bathroom.
Check current priceELEMAZ 19″ Tall Toilet, Rear Discharge
Comfort height, and it drains out the back into the wall instead of through the floor.
Check current priceELEMAZ 21″ Extra Tall Toilet, Black
The extra-tall toilet in black for a modern bathroom.
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