TUSHY Ottoman vs. TUSHY Arc: Which Toilet Stool Is right for Me?Updated 20 hours ago
Two stools, one goal: getting your knees above your hips so you can poop like nature intended. Both the TUSHY Ottoman and the TUSHY Arc get your body into the squatting position our systems were built for, which means less straining, less pushing, and less time spent scrolling your phone waiting for something to happen.
So which one belongs in your bathroom? Here's the breakdown.
The Quick Answer
Choose the TUSHY Ottoman if: you want height options to match your exact toilet and body, or you like a sturdier, more substantial stool with a design-forward look.
Choose the TUSHY Arc if: you want the newest, lowest-profile stool that tucks discreetly out of sight when you're not using it.
Side-by-Side Specs
TUSHY Ottoman | TUSHY Arc | |
|---|---|---|
Height options | 9" (Original) or 7.5" (Relaxed) | 7.09" (one height) |
Dimensions | 16.5" W x 9" L x 9" H (Original) | 17.28" W x 8.62" L x 7.09" H |
Leg options | Bamboo or white, detachable | Fixed, non-slip rubber feet |
Best for | Users under 5'8" or with more hip flexibility (Original); taller users or less flexibility (Relaxed) | Most users, especially those who want a compact, tuck-away fit |
Look | Sculptural, MoMA-store aesthetic | Sleek, modern, curved to hug the toilet base |
Storage | Sits in front of the toilet | Curved design slides under the toilet when not in use |
Warranty | Standard 1-year warranty | Standard 1-year warranty |
Let's Get Into It!
Height and fit
This is the biggest functional difference between the two. The Ottoman comes in two heights, so you can pick the one that matches your body and your toilet. Shorter than 5'8" or fairly flexible in the hips? Go with the Original at 9". Taller, or want a gentler angle? The Relaxed at 7.5" is your move.
The Arc ships in a single height of 7.09", right in the middle of the Ottoman's two options. It works well for most people, but it doesn't give you the same room to fine-tune if you're on the taller or shorter end of the spectrum.
Footprint and storage
The Arc was built with small bathrooms in mind. Its curved shape hugs the base of the toilet and tucks almost completely out of the way when you're not using it, so it won't be the first thing you see every time you walk in.
The Ottoman sits a little more prominently in front of the toilet. That's by design; it's meant to double as a bathroom accessory you're not embarrassed to have on display. If your bathroom has the space and you like the look, that's a feature, not a bug.
Materials and durability
The Ottoman's body is polypropylene with detachable ABS legs in bamboo or white, giving you a customizable look and a sturdier overall feel. The Arc is a single lightweight piece at 1.8 lbs, finished in a smudge-resistant matte coating with rubber pads on the bottom to keep it from sliding.
Both are built to handle daily use and wipe clean in seconds. Neither requires installation. You place it, you step on it, you poop better.
Price and style
The Ottoman leans into a design-object look, the kind of thing you'd expect to see written up for its aesthetics as much as its function. The Arc goes for a more minimal, low-key presence, which is the point if you'd rather your bathroom not announce that you own a poop stool.
Bottom Line
If you want a customizable height and a sturdier, statement-piece stool, get the Ottoman. If you want the newest design that disappears when you're done with it, get the Arc. Either way, your knees end up above your hips, your colon straightens out, and your bathroom trips get a lot shorter.
Still not sure? Reach out to our Poo-Rus, and we'll help you find your perfect match.