It will be hard for anyone to give you a price since the cost of materials can vary quite a bit ... are you buying a basic tub at HD or are you getting a top of the line luxury brand from a plumbing showrooms. They could be thousands of dollars apart.

What brand faucets? What brand quartz? Again, there can be a big range in prices for all these products.

The costs are comparable unless you pick a really expensive stone for the tub deck. A freestanding tub needs an expensive filler, plus the tub, and all underneath it and around it tiled, which is more labor. Labor is more expensive than materials, so that can be the edge to having that option cost more.

But, there's also the reality that free standing tubs are more difficult to deal with, and have to place to lay towels, drinks, or anything else. They are terrible to get in and out of if you aren't feeling well, or are older. Tub decks give you a spot for all of the everything, are easier to get in and out of, plus there's room for any grab bars that you might need to make things work.

There are freestanding tubs that have a thicker top edge. I have a "back-to-wall" freestanding tub (= it can be installed against a back wall - it doesn't have to be). Also, it is designed so that it can be used with a floor mounted tub filler, wall mounted tub faucet or a deck mounted faucet (I selected a wall mounted one).

The thicker top edge allows for easy in and out access + allows for a glass of wine/drink, candles or whatever. I have a cute little wood bench that is next to the tub which is where I put my towel - I never put my towel on the deck of my previous built-in tub.

Also - I have some really serious health issues - and I am able to get in and out of my tub without issues when I'm having a bad day = weak/dizzy/etc. (plus, I can add a grab bar later if I need to).

I am not trying to persuade you to install a freestanding tub. In fact, I was planning on installing an undermounted tub with a deck as part of my primary bathroom renovation. I just think that people should know that not all freestanding tubs have access issues + no room for anything around the tub edge.

However, my SO had a designer source a freestanding tub that eliminated the issues I had about installing one - and he bought it for me as a surprise = I couldn't tell him to send it back. He thought I preferred a freestanding tub over the built in one - but was concerned about not being able to do a wall mounted faucet + didn't want to have skinny edges to grab when getting in and out of the tub.

@chispa is correct - the cost really depends upon what you are installing. If you purchase a more expensive freestanding tub (for example, a freestanding tub that is made out of stone), it will be $$$ + if you are installing it on a slab and want a floor mounted filler = more $$ to install (moving drains + water line for filler).

If you install a nice quartzite deck + a nice undermount tub, that will be $$$.

Maybe someone on here has fully priced out both options using similar quality tubs + corresponding similar quality deck materials + tub filler and floor tile options? However, it seems like most people prefer one look over the other vs. making a decisions based upon price.

@dani_m08 do you have a link or picture of your tub? You basically voiced all my concerns for a free standing one.

I suppose I was hoping for general idea of “if you go mid range, this option is cheaper” but I guess there are just way too many variables. I would like to be able to sit on the edge of the tub sometimes. the ed

I am not at home right now (out of town visiting relatives) - however, I will look to see if I can find a photo of my bathroom on my phone and/or a find a photo of the model of tub so I can add one or both for you!

My tub is a two piece tub with an integrated drain + overflow. I cannot find the exact model right now. However, I have found a few that are very similar in order to show you what my tub is like. I am still looking for my exact tub - however, models change (mine is a Kohler - I'm trying to find the exact model still).

Maax Chelsea 66" -

The Maax tub has curved arm rests for added comfort.

https://www.vintagetub.com/maax-chelsea-66-inch-double-ended-freestanding-bathtub-white-105742-000-001-100.html?irclickid=3JV3GE2VQxyZR42Tor2RRX82UkuwrOXuU2in280&sharedid=&irpid=27795&irgwc=1&afsrc=1

Maax also has Optix tubs that come in different sizes + different features (air bubbles/jets/designer color outer apron). They look the same as the Chelsea 66" shown above.

Here is a Maax Optix 6636 (66" length + 36" width) - with a white apron:

They come with aprons in black/blue/green/silver/pink (maybe more) in addition to the white shown above, Here is a black one:

https://www.qualitybath.com/maax-105742-000-optik-6636-f-freestanding-soaker-tub-66-l-x-36-w-x-24-h-product-139667.htm?sku=105742-000-001-100&utm_source=google&utm_medium=shopping&utm_content=Maax%20105742-000-001-100&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=215335934&gbraid=0AAAAAD_jkfMVqYkNRyUOFrgFvYan-qN1C&gclid=Cj0KCQjw7IjOBhDyARIsAFzrWQy_CU2dIw4sbVn0_CrO4y45VXytlGMO5zJmvHB7YwH85nl5NeO0mesaAoWAEALw_wcB

Signature Hardware Eaton 67" - This one below is similar to mine (although mine is shaped like the Maax above). It also has an integrated drain and overflow + has the option to have foam insulation added (I did that with my tub = water stays warmer for a longer period of time).

Here is a photo posted by a customer of the above Signature Hardware tub - it may be in the smaller size.

https://www.fergusonhome.com/signature-hardware-920511-67-i/s1822657?uid=4346699

This next tub is an American Standard tub - Town Square - 68x36.

This shows how it fits back to wall without any gaps along the back side.

Here is a link to it on Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com/home-improvement/pdp/american-standard-town-square-s-68-x-36-freestanding-soaking-acrylic-bathtub-asd10681.html

Here is one that I just quickly pulled off of Wayfair -

It has a similar shape to mine - but is much less money (mine was around 3-4k). I did not read all of the details to see if it has an integrated drain and overflow (assume it does if it can be placed against the wall or if it has a two piece construction that would allow for adding insulation between the two layers + deck mounting of faucet). I just wanted to show that there are MANY different ones - there are even ones that have a more rounded shape.

Photos from customers:

This one shows it mounted against a wall.

When I find mine, I will still post it - I just thought that the above models would provide you with some examples (although, I didn't post any that were more curved/rounded).

Thank you so much! I hadn’t seen that style before or the faucet options, I am definitely looking more into it. Thank you!!