Why are Ultra light Electric Wheelchairs so popular?

One of the growth areas in mobility aids has been seen in products becoming lighter and more compact, particularly in the case of wheelchairs and mobility scooters.

Manufacturers around the world have taken close note of customer preferences and trends in recent years, where people with disabilities or the elderly have become less tolerant of large and heavy equipment.

Not least, as the practicalities of lifting these items in daily use at home or when travelling make for both inconvenience and frustration. 

Heavy mobility equipment can be hard to lift and maneuver and ironically can create additional injuries to the user or their carers by the bulk and weight they are having to lift and position.

As materials and manufacturing processes have become more advanced, it has led to many product innovations and ways to improve the size and weight characteristics of many pieces of mobility equipment.

Many people who use electric wheelchairs are deliberately looking for lighter models and that is why the option of an ultra light electric wheelchair has become such a popular choice.

Ultra light electric wheelchairs offer all of the practical benefits of a standard electric wheelchair, yet at a fraction of the weight, all of the ultra light wheelchair models come in at under 20Kgs, (44lbs) with some coming in at significantly lower weights.

The ultra light properties of these electric wheelchairs have made them a very popular choice with many members of the public. 

This is because the lightweight nature of this equipment makes it much easier to lift and manage. 

In instances, such as lifting into the boot of a car or taxi, or for storage in small spaces at home, when travelling abroad and using trains or aeroplanes the ultra light electric wheelchair models come into their own.

The combination of being ultra lightweight and more compact mean that they can be easily lifted without the hassle and difficulty of larger models. 

This makes daily use, and scenarios where the user is travelling, or being assisted by friends and family much more dignified and simple.

It is important to note that due to these wheelchairs being so lightweight, they are only recommended for use on smooth or paved surfaces, if you are wanting to explore more challenging terrains, then probably not the right choice for you.

Also, if you are of a heavier build, say over 16 stones, then an ultra light electric wheelchair would not be the right choice, a more standard model, that is still lightweight, but accommodates larger builds will be more appropriate.

With ultra light electric wheelchairs, gone are the embarrassing situations of having to beg for help from passers-by and the obvious stress and indignity this can create. 

Ultra light electric wheelchairs promote a greater sense of independence which then contributes positively to the user's sense of dignity and self-esteem.

These ultra light properties have been achieved by the use of modern materials such as combinations of Carbon Fiber, Magnesium and Aluminium, that allow for huge savings in weight that was not possible before these technological advances were made.  

So in summary, ultra light electric wheelchairs are so popular due to the benefits they provide to discerning electric wheelchair users. The ultra lightweight properties make the wheelchairs so much easier to lift and manage. 

They are able to fold down easily and fit into spaces that are much smaller than would be possible with standard electric wheelchairs.

These paradigm shifting advances in technology and materials have not been at the price of stability, handling or comfort, so ultra light electric wheelchairs are a very popular choice, as many customers see them as being full of obvious benefits, with virtually no downside.

If you are interested in looking into the ultra light electric wheelchairs available at Mobility Smart, why not take a look at our full range here?