Rating of showers by quality (TOP-15)

An alternative to the usual bathtub is a modern shower. Choose a device should be considered, because this plumbing not only performs the main function for a person, but also sets the general mood of the room. And thanks to additional options, there will be more pleasure from the process. The rating of showers is presented below.

Category	Title	price, rub.	Short description
High Tray Shower	River Nara 120/80/46	26500	A high stainless steel tray (46 cm) prevents slipping, making the booth safe.
Low shower enclosure	Parly QZ81 L	16163	Simple plumbing, both in design and installation. Dimensions 80x195x100 cm. There are no creaks or unsteadiness of the structure.
Shower with bathtub	Am.Pm Bourgeois 150	259390	The high tray forming the bath allows you to comfortably take water procedures.
Open showers	IDO SHOWERAMA 8-5 90 × 90	101770	There are two types of shower: hand and tropical. Both have several adjustment modes.
The best indoor shower	ERLIT ER 3509TPF	23119	The kit includes a high acrylic tray that acts as a bathtub.
The best hydromassage shower	Niagara Lux 7711 L	52770	Inside the cabin is spacious, the pallet is not slippery. Doors are closed hermetically; ventilation works inside.
With a sauna	APPOLLO AG-0203	249370	The wide cabin contains a separate shower cubicle and a compartment simulating a sauna.
The best shower room with steam generator	Luxus 532 S	124900	In the process of taking a shower, the built-in steam generator heats the water, creating a warm steam cloud inside the device.
For disabled and elderly	Parly QZ81 L	16163	It is a shower enclosure with a low tray, but it is not convenient for wheelchair users. Sliding doors help you get inside easily.
For disabled and elderly	APPOLLO TS-238	111872	This is a rectangular design, closed type with a low pallet.
Pentagonal shower	IDO Showerama 8-5	101770	Swinging open doors, rather than sliding ones, with a wide opening will suit people with a large set of equipment.
Glass cabins for cottage use	RAVAK BLIX BLCP4	24565	The glass surface is treated with a protective agent that prevents the formation of water and limescale.
Glass cabins for cottage use	Timo puro	124000	A shower cabin with a good set of functions and attractive design.
Small shower	Andaman OLB-207 70 × 70 cm	26221	Sliding to the side single door, which completely goes inside.
Small shower	River moero 70	26880	A low side (15 cm) is convenient for the elderly.

Short description

A shower cabin is a type of sanitary ware of a rectangular or angular shape that is built into the bathroom. Designed for hygiene. The earliest models were simple and used in small bathrooms as an alternative to a conventional bathtub.

Modern options not only perform basic functions. Many are equipped with additional options. For example, there are automated cabins, with a built-in sauna, steam generator, hydromassage, etc.

The shape of the cabs is also different. This parameter allows you to choose plumbing for any layout of the bathroom. Choosing a shower, it is necessary to note all the advantages and disadvantages of each model.

The location of the shower

Pros and cons

The described type of plumbing has both advantages and disadvantages.

Pros:

space saving;
it is possible to wash quickly without collecting water;
less water consumption;
no high sides, like a bath;
it is convenient to bathe children;
the bottom of the cabin is non-slip, which means that the risk of injury is reduced;
There are models with a wide variety of functions.

Minuses:

the price is higher than that of the bathtubs;
it is impossible to relax while lying down;
inconvenient for hand washing;
after each shower, you must wipe the walls and doors of the shower.
Some cons are purely subjective.

How to choose a shower

The best showers include those that correlate price with quality. The plumbing market is replete with a selection of companies. But in demand are goods of European and Chinese manufacture. Cabins from Europe are valued for their high quality, but they are not cheap. Chinese plumbing less quality. However, recently this factor has improved, when compared with five years ago. The price tag is more tempting.

Shower model with hydromassage

On sale you can find European models of Chinese production. Their price is low, in accordance with the quality.

Choosing a shower cabin among European brands is worth the following:

Artex Italian production. Cabins of average cost (from 20,000 rubles) and very good quality. Modern appearance, combining elements of black and shiny metallic. This design is in harmony with any interior.
Am.Pm (German company). Plumbing of very high quality, completely eliminating marriage. Combining with each other, laconic design and additional equipment are not expensive. There are cabins that have a built-in steam generator.
The Finnish IDO is a combination of high quality, a set of additional options and a high price: the lower price limit starts at 100,000. It is easy to distinguish IDO in its original form: there are many angles in the design.
Polish Cersanit - quality sanitary ware at an affordable price.
The rating of showers, the best in quality and price, includes the Czech Luxus. The price tag is low, and the quality is good. The design in its execution is not inferior to the design of the most expensive brands.

Model of the German company Am.Pm

Considering Chinese brands, among them it is worth noting:

Appollo - factory-made plumbing. The price is low, so the cabins are suitable for the most economical. Quality can compete with that of some European brands.
ERLIT is a low-cost plumbing product that for its price offers both basic shower functions and additional functions: playing music, hydromassage, etc. The design is made of environmental materials.
The Serena brand offers budget booths with both a minimum set of functions and additional equipment.
Ammari is a laconic by design, but diverse in functionality plumbing. Their price does not go beyond the middle segment.

Shower company Appollo

High-quality Russian manufacturers:

Aquatec. Inexpensive cabins with good quality, environmental friendliness, ergonomics, style.
Models of this manufacturer are distinguished by attractive price, good quality, variety of choices.
River produces cabins in various designs, with a set of additional options. The price is low, the quality is not bad.

Shower company "River"

In addition to the manufacturer, other parameters must be taken into account.

Important parameters:

The type of cabin is determined from the dimensions of the bathroom.
Material and shape of the pallet.
The way to open the door.
Brand of the manufacturer.

Minor Options:

Design.
Price. This parameter is controversial, because for many it is decisive. Do not sacrifice quality in favor of a low price tag.
Additional functions.

High Tray Shower

The rating of the best includes a cabin of a Russian manufacturer River Nara 120/80/46 L with dimensions of 80x210x120 cm. The front doors are made of frosted glass, do not creak or stagger when closing / opening.A high stainless steel tray (46 cm) prevents slipping, making the booth safe. Buyers note the convenience of a siphon that allows you to seamlessly switch water. The price of River Nara is 26500 rubles.

Benefits	disadvantages
Tinted doors made of durable glass. The bivalve system contributes to the closing strength. There are no smudges on the surface. The thickness of the front walls is 5 mm. There is a rain shower and ventilation with adjustable function. Includes adjustable legs and shelves. There is a seat.	No overheat protection. There is no control panel.

High-shower shower cabin River Nara 110/80/46 MT R

Low shower enclosure

TOP low showers include corner Parly QZ81 L. Simple plumbing, both in design and installation. Dimensions 80x195x100 cm. There are no creaks or unsteadiness of the structure. The design is minimalistic, but in harmony with any bathroom design. The average cost is 16,163 rubles.

Benefits	disadvantages
The price tag does not exceed 20,000 rubles. Glass walls can be transparent or tinted. The thickness of the front walls is 5 mm.	There is no control panel. No shelves included.

Esbano ES-80C 80 × 80 Low Pallet Cabin Example

A shower with a low tray is suitable for people with lower limbs or limited abilities.

Shower with bathtub

Am.Pm Bourgeois 150 - an expensive cabin with a bath, the cost of which amounts to several hundred thousand. The price is 259 390 rubles.

Benefits	disadvantages
The high tray forming the bath allows you to comfortably take water procedures. Rich functionality that justifies such a high price. There is a control panel, both manual, voice, and remote. There is a vertical, horizontal hydromassage and water massage of the back, overhead shower, Turkish bath. Built-in radio. The entire operating mode is transmitted to the integrated display.	High price. Large dimensions, so installation is provided for spacious bathrooms.

Shower room with bathtub Am.Pm Bourgeois 150

Open showers

IDO SHOWERAMA 8-5 90 × 90 Finnish production refers to the type of corner.

Benefits	disadvantages
The thickness of the front walls is 6 mm. There are two types of shower: hand and tropical. Both have several adjustment modes. The hinged door is equipped with a sealant, as a result of which water from the cabin does not fall on the floor of the bathtub. A diverse selection of glass: transparent, frosted, tinted, patterned. The device is easy to clean: glass in the aluminum profile does not leave smudges. Suitable for small bathrooms.	The high cost of 101 770 rubles. Costly parts and repairs. The kit is missing a shelf.

Benefits

disadvantages

The thickness of the front walls is 6 mm.
There are two types of shower: hand and tropical. Both have several adjustment modes.
The hinged door is equipped with a sealant, as a result of which water from the cabin does not fall on the floor of the bathtub.
A diverse selection of glass: transparent, frosted, tinted, patterned.
The device is easy to clean: glass in the aluminum profile does not leave smudges.
Suitable for small bathrooms.

The high cost of 101 770 rubles.
Costly parts and repairs.
The kit is missing a shelf.

Shower IDO SHOWERAMA 8-5

The best indoor shower

ERLIT ER 3509TPF - Chinese plumbing device, inexpensive in price, but of excellent quality. The kit includes a high acrylic tray that acts as a bathtub. The cabin is equipped with additional functions that enhance the pleasure of the shower.

The price is 23 119 rubles.

Benefits	disadvantages
Modern neutral design that fits into any interior. Quick installation. There is basic equipment. Inexpensive cost. The thickness of the front walls is 5 mm. Pallet height - 42 cm. Includes shelves, adjustable legs, mirror.	There is no control panel.

ER 3509TPF-C4

The best hydromassage shower

Among the most worthy hydromassage showers Niagara Lux 7711 L, South Korean production. Closed rectangular booth with a low pallet. Dimensions 90x220x120 cm allow you to install the device instead of the bath. Inside the cabin is spacious, the pallet is not slippery. Doors are closed hermetically; ventilation works inside.

Benefits	disadvantages
Durable glass sliding doors. Beautiful design, it is possible to design in several colors. Faucets and brass stand. Low pallet made of strong acrylic. The cabin is easy to clean. There is a hydromassage, radio. Electronic control.	Not.

Price - 52 770 rubles.

Shower cubicle Niagara Lux 7711 L

With a sauna

For lovers of saunas and baths, a shower room will be a worthy choice APPOLLO AG-0203. The wide cabin contains a separate shower cubicle and a compartment simulating a sauna. An expensive plumbing device, in addition to the sauna, includes: aromatherapy, ventilation, vertical hydromassage and back hydromassage.

The price is 249,370 rubles.

Benefits	disadvantages
Door leaf thickness - 6 mm. The back wall along with the pallet are paved with acrylic. Canvas made of durable glass. There is interior lighting. Equipment: shower system, siphon, shelves. Finnish sauna and Turkish bath with timer and temperature control. The mini-steam room is trimmed with a natural tree.	No height adjustment for legs. High price. Suitable for large bathrooms.

APPOLLO AG-0203 with sauna

A cabin with a sauna is designed for 1, maximum 2 people. As for temperature indicators, they are exactly the same as those characteristic of a sauna - no more than 90 ° C.

The best shower room with steam generator

Shower rooms with a steam generator are a type of cabin with a sauna, but without a separate steam room. In the process of taking a shower, the built-in steam generator heats the water, creating a warm steam cloud inside the device. Such cabins are appropriate for poorly heated bathrooms.

What shower cabin with a built-in steam generator is considered the best? Luxus 532 S is a Czech-made sanitary fixture. In price and quality it is not inferior to German similar showers.

The price is 124 900 rubles.

Benefits	disadvantages
Walls can be both transparent and tinted. The thickness of the front walls is 5 mm. The set includes a deep tray (54 cm) imitating a bathroom. The broadest functional: vertical hydromassage, including for the back, radio, Turkish bath, rain shower, ventilation. Integrated touch-type control panel. There is a display showing the selected modes. There are highlights: interior and decorative. Seating for 1 person. A set of accessories: mirror, shelves, legs adjustable in height, shampoo dispenser, shower head.	The disadvantages of the Luxus 532 S are practically none. In addition to the cost. The amount of 125,000 rubles is not available to everyone.

Benefits

disadvantages

Walls can be both transparent and tinted.
The thickness of the front walls is 5 mm.
The set includes a deep tray (54 cm) imitating a bathroom.
The broadest functional: vertical hydromassage, including for the back, radio, Turkish bath, rain shower, ventilation.
Integrated touch-type control panel.
There is a display showing the selected modes.
There are highlights: interior and decorative.
Seating for 1 person.
A set of accessories: mirror, shelves, legs adjustable in height, shampoo dispenser, shower head.

The disadvantages of the Luxus 532 S are practically none. In addition to the cost. The amount of 125,000 rubles is not available to everyone.

Luxus 532 S with integrated steam generator

For disabled and elderly

A cabin with a shower for the elderly and people constrained in movement is the best option for hygiene procedures. Such devices include those with a low pallet or no one at all. There are a lot of price variations: from budget to expensive. Let's consider the most suitable options.

Parly QZ81 L

Among cabins with a democratic price tag, the best is the Parly QZ81 L shower room with a price tag of 16,163 rubles. It is a shower enclosure with a low tray, but it is not convenient for wheelchair users. Sliding doors help you get inside easily.

Benefits	disadvantages
low price; minimalistic but modern exterior design; low non-slippery pallet; thick glass of the front walls - 5 mm; it is possible to attach additional equipment in the form of a seat or handrails.	no seat included; no handrails.

For wheelchair users, shower stalls are intended instead of cabins. They do not have a pallet, so the stroller easily rolls in.

Corners are glass partitions that limit the wash area. There are no faucets, no shower systems: everything is bought separately.

APPOLLO TS-238

High-quality expensive sanitary ware, convenient for use by people with disabilities and the elderly, is APPOLLO TS-238. This is a rectangular design, closed type with a low pallet. Front walls made of durable clear glass. 2 sliding doors are hermetically and easily closed.

Benefits	disadvantages
there is a built-in seat; there is an upper illumination and illumination of the control panel; additional components: mirror, shelves, shower head, height-adjustable legs; rich set of functions: water massage of legs and back, vertical hydromassage, ozonation, ventilation, rain shower, radio and hands-free telephone; electronic control panel with display.	high price.

Price - 111 872 rubles.

Pentagonal shower

IDO Showerama 8-5 90 × 90 - Finnish quality plumbing that completely eliminates marriage. The graceful pentagonal shape harmoniously fits into the bathroom with any design and any area. Swinging open doors, rather than sliding ones, with a wide opening are suitable for people with a large complete set. Spacious inside, even if you attach the shelves.

The price is 101 770 rubles.

This booth is easy to mount on your own. In the matter of cleaning, everything is also simple: a hydrophobic coating eliminates the appearance of stains.

Benefits	disadvantages
high build quality and materials; there is a lot of space inside; management is more than elementary; concise design; hydrophobic coating.	meager equipment: no mirrors and few shelves.

IDO Showerama 8-5 90 × 90 pentagonal

Glass cabins for cottage use

Glass plumbing for showering is lightweight construction that does not clutter up the space in the bathroom. The best among them is RAVAK BLIX BLCP4.

The price is 24 565 rubles.

Benefits	disadvantages
reliable Czech manufacturer; glass thickness 6 mm; the glass surface is treated with a protective agent that prevents the formation of water and lime scale; good quality parts; ease of installation.	the base is not equipped with a pallet.

Cabin for giving RAVAK BLIX BLCP4

Timo puro

A shower cabin with a good set of functions and attractive design. For all this, a price of 124,000 rubles is requested. Depending on the size of the plumbing, it changes.

Benefits	disadvantages
ergonomics; handsfree function; there is a radio; it is possible to connect external audio media; multi-color backlight; electronic control by touch panel.	modest design; no ozonation function and rain shower.

The cabin is spacious. This factor allows the installation of seating and / or handrails for the elderly. The Timo Puro shower room will fit in a small room, if you install it in place of the bathroom.

Small shower

For small bathrooms it will be more appropriate to install a small shower. It will not turn out to turn into them, but what is it for those who need to take a quick shower.

Andaman OLB-207 70 × 70 cm

A small glass booth with a pallet size of 70 × 70 cm. Price 26 221 rubles.

Benefits	disadvantages
it is possible to install anywhere in a small bath; low price; single door sliding to the side, which completely goes inside.	not rich set of functions; simple design.

Small shower Andaman OLB-207 70 × 70 cm

River moero 70

Shower room open from the manufacturer of Russian showers of type with dimensions 70x215x73 cm.

The price is 28 600 rubles.

Benefits	disadvantages
front wall thickness - 6 mm; complete mirror, shelves and shower head; a low side (15 cm) is convenient for the elderly; ease of installation.	modest design.

Domestic model from the company "River"

The presented rating of decent shower cabins is based on consumer demand and customer reviews.