Compare Porta Potty Types: Sizes, Specs and Trade-offs
Five unit types, side by side, with manufacturer dimensions, what each one needs on site and when each one is the wrong choice.
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What are the main types of porta potty you can rent?
You can rent five main types of porta potty in Santa Clarita: a standard unit, a deluxe flushing unit with a sink, a wheelchair-accessible unit, a free-standing hand-washing station, and a restroom trailer. Standard units cover most jobs. The other four solve comfort, access or hygiene needs.
| Unit (model) | Outside H × W × D (in) | Waste tank | Flush | Handwashing | Event price | 28-day price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (PolyJohn PJN3) | 91 × 43.5 × 47 | 60 gal | No | Sanitizer | From $175 | From $165 |
| Deluxe flushing (PolyJohn Fleet flush) | 91 × 47 × 48 | 60 gal | Foot pump | Sink inside | From $345 | Quote |
| Wheelchair-accessible (PolyJohn Comfort XL) | 91 × 62 × 62 | 33 gal | No | Sanitizer | From $265 | From $245 |
| Hand-washing station (PolyJohn Bravo) | 62 × 26.5 × 21.5 | 22 gal fresh | — | 2 sinks | From $140 | From $145 |
| Restroom trailer, 2-stall | Trailer | Onboard tanks | Real flush | Sinks, running water | From $1,495 | Quote |
Dimensions come from the manufacturers' published spec sheets. Prices are starting prices plus sales tax; your written quote is final.
Will a porta potty fit through your gate?
A standard porta potty fits through any gate or side-yard path at least 36 inches wide, because the unit is 43.5 inches wide but is tipped and wheeled on a hand truck. A wheelchair-accessible unit is 62 inches wide and needs about 64 inches of clear path. Restroom trailers need truck access.
| Unit | Clear path needed | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 36 in | Hand truck; avoid stairs |
| Deluxe flushing | 40 in | Heavier when filled with fresh water |
| Wheelchair-accessible | 64 in | Needs a level pad for the roll-in floor |
| Hand-washing station | 30 in | Has wheels on some models |
| Restroom trailer | Truck + trailer | Level ground, hose and 110V within 100 ft |
When is each porta potty type the wrong choice?
Each porta potty type has a wrong job. A standard unit is wrong for a formal wedding photo backdrop. A flushing unit is wrong for more than about 50 guests. A restroom trailer is wrong without water, power or level ground. An accessible unit is wrong on a steep, unpaved slope.
- Standard: no running water, so pair it with a station when food is served.
- Deluxe flushing: the fresh-water tank runs out on long, busy events.
- Wheelchair-accessible: the roll-in floor needs level ground to work.
- Hand-washing station: not a toilet; it only adds handwashing.
- Restroom trailer: has steps, so add an accessible unit for wheelchair users.
Still deciding? Size the order with the porta potty calculator or compare prices in the cost guide.
Questions about porta potty types
What is the difference between a porta potty and a porta john?
Porta potty, porta john, portable toilet and portable restroom all mean the same single-stall unit. The names differ by region. Restroom trailers are the larger, towed option with flushing toilets and running water.
Which porta potty is most comfortable for guests?
A restroom trailer is the most comfortable, with flushing toilets, sinks, mirrors and lights. Without hookups, a deluxe flushing unit with a sink is the next step up from a standard unit.
Do any porta potties have running water?
Restroom trailers have running water from a hose hookup or tank. Deluxe flushing units and hand-washing stations use foot pumps that draw from a fresh-water tank inside the unit.
How heavy is a porta potty?
An empty PolyJohn PJN3 standard unit weighs 165 pounds, the Comfort XL accessible unit weighs 240 pounds, and the flushing Fleet unit weighs 243 pounds. Units are much heavier once they are in use, so only the service crew should move them.
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