This was the perfect wheelchair for me. Its light enough without the legs that I can lift it.(i'm a middle aged normal sized woman) and the legs go separately when its folded anyway. It assembles easily, it rolls easily. its easy to roll myself around the house. I HAVE rolled myself accross grass and its not easy but it never is. this wheelchair tolerates bumps much better than expected.
way better deal than renting a wheelchair. For me with several surgeries upcoming that limit my mobility, and some time pre surgery with limited, this was the best choice. I have aging parents and there may come a time they need one even temporarily.
I am so happy with this purchase and with this vendor.
A couple of items to know before you buy:
This is great for a person under 6 foot and 200 lbs. If you exceed either of those limits, depending on how you are shaped it may not be totally comfortable. I'm not saying it wont work, up to the manufacturers limit, i dont even know what that is mind you. I'm saying comfort may be an issue. I was once very heavy temporarily and at that time, other wheelchairs this size were very uncomfortable because my behind didnt fit well and the friction from the wheels against the sides made hot spots. how hot depended on how long used. So I am neither recommending or not recommending it for big and tall people. tall i dont know really, i'm just guessing that there is a good chance weight goes with it. I may have a 230 6'2 friend test it out. if so i'll add to my review.
ITEM 2 to know:
I'm not very strong in terms of unfolding, and have found that sometimes it doesnt want to open all the way in terms of seat width very easily. But when you are using it the seat adjusts anyway, so just sit down and it will take care of the width on its own. even start to sit down.
I wish i had bought this mONTHS before I did. it gave me so much more freedom than my walker. My walker-rollator gave me so much more ease and freedom than a normal walker, one or even two canes, that it didnt occur to me i could get that much of an upgrade again. But it did. it didnt mark up my wood floors either.
I cant speak to how long it will last from experience, but during the couple of months I have had it, I have found it to be well made and plenty sturdy enough for my needs. I see zero indication that it would have a breakage issue. We didnt read the manual but it probably says to lubricate the wheels when you get it, they squeaked a bit but a shot of wd40 fixed that. I consider it smart of the manufacturer not to ship it overly lubricated and chance leaks. So A plus in my book for quality.
within the limits of my experience as mentioned above, i'd absolutely recommend this to a friend or relative. And at the price its a ridiculously good deal. It paid for itself vs renting one almost immediately, and i have it around for whoever needs it. its easy to store. It arrived exactly when expected and with free shipping.. well. walk do not run. i'm also putting an accolade on the vendors site.
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Medline Comfort Driven Wheelchair
Go the distance in this strong and sturdy design crafted for easy mobility. Its attractive nylon seat provides all-day comfort - available in 16, 18, or 20 inch wide seats. The removable, desk-length arms make it simple to navigate around tables, great for dining and office work. Its elevating leg rests deliver customizable support. And the durable steel frame features a sleek hammertone finish to resist cracks and chipping.
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Great for dining and office work, desk-style arms remove for convenience. |
Relieve pressure and enhance comfort with elevating leg rests. |
Comfortable nylon upholstery is breathable and lighter weight than vinyl. |
Chair folds up in seconds for easy storage and go-anywhere convenience. |
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| Arm Style | Removable desk arms are great for dining | Removable desk arms are great for dining | Removable desk arms are great for dining | Removable flip-back desk arms add versatility | Removable flip-back desk arms add versatility | Removable desk arms are great for dining |
| Leg Style | Swing-away leg rests provide easy access | Elevating leg rests relieve pressure and enhance comfort | Elevating leg rests relieve pressure and enhance comfort | Swing-away leg rests provide easy access | Elevating leg rests relieve pressure and enhance comfort | Swing-away leg rests provide easy access |
| Seat Upholstery | Breathable nylon is extra comfortable | Breathable nylon is extra comfortable | Long-lasting vinyl makes clean ups a breeze | Breathable nylon is extra comfortable | Breathable nylon is extra comfortable | Breathable nylon is extra comfortable |
| Available Seat Widths | 16, 18 or 20 inches wide | 16, 18 or 20 inches wide | 16, 18 or 20 inches wide | 16, 18 or 20 inches wide | 16, 18, 20 or 22 inches wide | 16 or 18 inches wide |
| Adjustable Seat Back Height | Adjustable seat back moves up or down for maximum comfort | Adjustable seat back moves up or down for maximum comfort | ||||
| Chair Weight | 38 lbs. | 38 lbs. | 38 lbs. | 33 lbs. | 31.5 lbs. | 33 lbs. |
| Other Features | Quick-release wheels make transporting this compact chair fast and easy | Two chairs in one–converts in seconds with quick-release back wheels and anti-tippers for added safety |
Still not sure which chair is right for you? Medline is here to help.
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Heavier weight wheelchairs are great for at-home use. Lighter weight models are more transport-friendly, easier to fold up, lift into a car and take on the go. |
Swing away foot and leg rests make it easy to get in and out of the wheelchair. Elevating leg rests let the user raise and extend the leg position to help prevent swelling, relieve pressure and enhance comfort. |
Comfortable and supportive, nylon upholstery is lighter weight and more breathable than vinyl. Need a seat that’s easy to clean? Vinyl upholstery is extra durable and wipes clean with little effort. |
Find your perfect size. Match the width of the seat to the weight and general size of the user. We recommend the 16-inch seat for a smaller adult, the 18-inch seat for an average-size adult (most popular size) and 20-inch + larger options for a larger adult. |
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Excellent value and function
Excellent value and function. Made solid, sturdy, and easily matches the quality of the their $300 reclining wheelchair. The actual finish is a 'hammered' charcoal gray, very nice. This is no for a full-time year-after-year use but, rather, a great chair to sit and move around when the situation suddenly presents itself. I was tempted to take one star off for the lack of seat cushioning (which you can get elsewhere) but the price really makes it a 5 star.Easily and comfortably seated and moved an 83yo female (5' 2"tall, 130lb). I myself tried it, adjusted for my frame and found the same ease and comfort (6' ft, 170lb).The seat height is also adjustable so I can see it working for someone up to 6'4".
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Excellent value and function. Made solid, sturdy, and easily matches the quality of the their $300 reclining wheelchair. The actual finish is a 'hammered' charcoal gray, very nice. This is no for a full-time year-after-year use but, rather, a great chair to sit and move around when the situation suddenly presents itself. I was tempted to take one star off for the lack of seat cushioning (which you can get elsewhere) but the price really makes it a 5 star.
Easily and comfortably seated and moved an 83yo female (5' 2"tall, 130lb). I myself tried it, adjusted for my frame and found the same ease and comfort (6' ft, 170lb).The seat height is also adjustable so I can see it working for someone up to 6'4".
Easily and comfortably seated and moved an 83yo female (5' 2"tall, 130lb). I myself tried it, adjusted for my frame and found the same ease and comfort (6' ft, 170lb).The seat height is also adjustable so I can see it working for someone up to 6'4".
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Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2013
Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2015
