Electric Wheelchairs

With our lowest price guarantee and wide selection of electric wheelchairs, you are sure to find the perfect one for you. Electric wheelchairs are often referred to as power chairs, motorized wheelchairs, or power wheelchairs. From travel power wheelchairs that fit in the trunk of your car to elevating power wheelchairs that help you reach higher heights, Top Mobility has something for everyone.

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What is an Electric Wheelchair?

An electric wheelchair also referred to as a power chair or power wheelchair, is a battery-powered and motorized alternative to a traditional manual wheelchair. Featuring powerful electric motors, power chairs are easily operated through the use of a power joystick. Electric wheelchairs allow the user to travel effortlessly without any assistance from another person. 

Designed for full-time usage electric power chairs provide their users with greatly improved mobility inside and outside of the home. While manual wheelchairs are an appropriate option for some individuals, power wheelchairs offer much greater ease of use and maneuverability. Regular wheelchairs require the user to either physically propel the device themselves or with assistance from another person. With an electric wheelchair, the powerful motor does all the work with the simple operation of the power chair’s joystick. This is great for customers looking to save time and energy.

 

Which electric wheelchair is right for me?

Since every customer is a unique individual with their own specific needs there is no single motorized wheelchair that is perfect for everyone. With that in mind, there are a few questions to keep in mind when looking for a powerchair. What physical challenges are you currently facing?  Will you use your power chair solely within your home? Are you planning on traveling often or in the near future? Do you plan on using your power wheelchair outdoors on a regular basis? The answers to these questions will help to give you a general idea of the criteria your power wheelchair needs to meet. 

 

Technical Specifications to Consider

•Maximum Weight Capacity - The highest amount of weight the power wheelchair can safely carry under normal operating conditions. This measurement is typically displayed in pounds.

•Top Speed - Typically shown in miles per hour, this is the fastest the power chair can travel. The power wheelchair's speed can be affected by factors such as terrain, degree of incline, current battery level, and passenger weight.

Driving Range - This is the maximum distance that your electric wheelchair can travel on a fully charged battery. The driving range can slightly vary based on factors like the travel surface, level of incline, the weight of the passenger, and battery levels.

•Turning Radius - How much space is required for the power wheelchair to turn around, usually shown in inches.

•Dimensions - The physical size of the power chair. General measurements like length, width, and height can help determine if your electric wheelchair will fit inside the area it is to be used. Finer details like seat dimensions (length, width, height), floor to seat height, wheel size, caster size and others are also helpful in choosing a power wheelchair.

•Weight - This can refer to the total weight of the power wheelchair,  but can also refer to the heaviest part of the power chair when disassembled, the seat by itself, or the batteries. This information is useful when deciding how best to transport your power wheelchair.

 

 What Are The Types of Electric Wheelchairs

Now that we have gone over what power chairs are, their uses, and a few technical details to keep in mind we can take a closer look and discuss the different types of electric wheelchairs. We have divided our vast selection of power wheelchairs into these ten groups:

 •Travel Power Chairs

  • •Smart EV Electric Wheelchairs
  • •Folding Power Wheelchairs
  • •Stand-Up Power Wheelchairs
  • •Bariatric Power Wheelchairs
  • •Elevating Power Wheelchairs
  • •All-Terrain Power Wheelchairs
  • •Mid-Wheel Drive Power Chairs
  • •Rear-Wheel Drive Power Chairs
  • •Front-Wheel Drive Power Chairs

Note that some power wheelchairs may technically fall into more than one category. For example, the Jazzy Passport Folding Power Wheelchair is a folding power chair but it is also a rear-wheel drive power chair.

 

Travel Power Wheelchairs

Travel power wheelchairs are a great option for people who have limited mobility and still plan to travel regularly. Operating the same as larger power chairs, the travel power chairs feature smaller, lightweight designs that can either fold or easily disassemble. This makes them easy to transport or store and perfect for traveling. Travel electric wheelchairs can fit in the trunks of most cars, vans, and SUVs. These lightweight power chairs make traveling a breeze. Being smaller than standard-sized power wheelchairs also makes travel power chairs highly maneuverable allowing them to perform well in close or crowded environments, such as cruise ships, airports, malls, stores, apartments, and other compact areas. Many travel power wheelchairs are also TSA approved, be sure to check with the specific airline you will be traveling on.

Travel Powerchair Features:

•Great for traveling or vacation

•Easy Disassembly

•Fits in most vehicle trunks

•Easy to operate

•Lighter than full-size electric wheelchairs

 Shop Top Mobility's wide selection of Travel Power Wheelchairs here.

 

Smart EV Electric Wheelchairs

These electric wheelchairs represent the latest in power chair technology. Featuring highly innovative designs, smart power chairs are leading the way and advancing electric wheelchair technology. Smart electric wheelchairs have the same operation as other electric wheelchair types and incorporate the use of modern smart technology. You can monitor and even control your smart ev electric power chair with just your smartphone!

Smart EV Electric Powerchair Features:

Designed with the latest power wheelchair technology

Control and monitor with smartphone app

Highly portable

Tight turning radius

Easy to operate

Shop Top Mobility's Smart EV Electric Wheelchairs here.

 

Folding Power Wheelchairs

Folding power chairs will fold and unfold quickly and painlessly to allow for easy transport or storage. While also considered a form of travel power chair, folding power wheelchairs are do not need to be disassembled to transport like other travel power chairs. Their unique folding design makes them very convenient for both vacation and everyday local travel (trips to the store,etc.).

Folding Power Wheelchair Features:

Easy to transport in most vehicle trunks

Lighter weight than larger size power chairs

Do not require a motorized wheelchair vehicle lift

Great for local travel and vacations

•Certain models can be taken on airplanes (check with your airline regarding any restrictions they may have)

Shop Top Mobility’s Folding Power Wheelchairs here.

 

Stand-Up Power Wheelchairs

Stand-Up Power Wheelchairs are highly-specialized power chairs that are designed to support the user comfortably in a standing position and provide all the performance you expect from a power wheelchair. With the push of a button, a stand-up power wheelchair can go from the standard seated position to a fully standing position. Stand-Up electric wheelchair users can experience improved health and independence with the use of these highly customizable power wheelchairs.

Stand-Up Electric Powerchair Features:

•Easy to operate

•Safely and easily moves from a seated position to a standing position

•Standing position improves circulation

•Can reduce stress on the body

•Standing position features an automatic speed inhibitor for added safety

Shop Top Mobility’s Stand-Up Power Wheelchairs here.

 

Bariatric Power Wheelchairs

 

Bariatric power wheelchairs have the highest weight capacity of any power chair type and feature reinforced heavy-duty frames. To accommodate larger body types, bariatric power chairs have wide and comfortable seating options. Typical bariatric power wheelchairs have weight capacities between 450 to 600 pounds. Despite their size, these robust motorized wheelchairs still retain all the maneuverability of their smaller counterparts.

Bariatric Powerchair Features:

•Highest weight capacity

•Reinforced, heavy-duty frame

•Easy to maneuver 

•Strong motors

•Built to accommodate larger users

Shop Top Mobility’s Bariatric Power Wheelchairs here.

 

 

Elevating Power Chairs

Elevating power wheelchairs feature elevating seats that raise the height of the user, some going as high as an additional 12 inches. These electric wheelchairs let the rider reach objects at heights they otherwise be unable to, carry on conversations at eye-level, and travel shoulder to shoulder with friends. 

Elevating Power Wheelchair Features:

•Elevating seat design raises user to standing height

•Simple joystick operation

•Highly stable design

•Operates at a safe speed when elevated

Shop Top Mobility’s Elevating Power Chairs here.

 

All-Terrain Power Wheelchairs

These powerful electric wheelchairs are made for impressive offroad performance and are built to last. With robust all-terrain tires and relentless high-powered motors the all-terrain power wheelchairs let you enjoy the outdoors to the fullest no matter what the environment has in store for you.

All-Terrain Power Wheelchair Features:

•Designed for off-road and outdoors

•Powerful motors

•Larger wheels than other powerchair types

•Drives in multiple types of terrain

Shop Top Mobility’s All-Terrain Power Wheelchairs here.

 

 Rear-Wheel Drive Power Chairs

Rear-Wheel Drive Power Chairs come outfitted with two large drive wheels located at the rear of their base and two smaller caster wheels at the front. Rear-Wheel drive electric wheelchairs have more power than other drive-wheel configurations making them great in challenging outdoor terrain.

Rear-Wheel Drive Power Chair Features:

•Perform well outdoors

•More powerful motors

•Front casters for balance

Shop Top Mobility’s Rear-Wheel Drive Power Chairs here.

 

Mid-Wheel Drive Power Chairs

Mid-Wheel drive power wheelchairs provide the most stability of the different power chair drive wheel configurations. Mid-Wheel drive power chairs have six wheels, two large drive wheels in the middle of the power chair base and four caster wheels, two in the front and two in the back. The location of the caster wheels helps to prevent the power wheelchair from tipping. The mid-wheel motorized wheelchair configuration has the tightest turning radius of all the configurations, allowing for electric wheelchairs to turn a complete 360 degrees. 

 

Mid-Wheel Drive Power Chair Features:

•Increased stability

•Tightest turning radius

•Anti-tipping design

Shop Top Mobility’s Mid-Wheel Drive Power Chairs here.

 

Front-Wheel Drive Power Chairs

Front-Wheel drive power chairs have greater traction than other configurations. This lets them perform well over soft terrain, like grass, or on uneven gravel. Front-wheel drive electric wheelchairs also handle obstacles, such as a curb, better since the powerful drive wheels make contact with the obstacle first instead of the casters. This electric wheelchair configuration also allows the user more space for their feet thanks to the absence of front casters.

 

Front-Wheel Drive Power Wheelchair Features:

•Front wheels provide greater traction

•Handle obstacles well

•Highly maneuverable

Shop Top Mobility’s Front-Wheel Drive Power Chairs here.

 

Transporting Your Electric Wheelchair

When you are purchasing a power wheelchair it is a good idea to have an idea of how you are going to transport it. If you plan on going to the grocery store or an amusement park, how are you going to bring your power chair? Folding and travel power chairs are designed to fit in most vehicles with no issue but larger power wheelchairs will require some form of vehicle lift. A powered exterior lift is the most commonly used vehicle lift. This type of vehicle lift attaches to the hitch on the rear of your vehicle. Once you have it installed using the vehicle lift is easy. First, lower the lift platform using the switch located on the lift and carefully guide your electric wheelchair onto the lift platform, make sure it is secured, then use the switch to raise the lift and you are ready to go. Once you make it to your destination just reverse the process. The power chair vehicle lift folds into a resting position against the vehicle’s rear when not in use. Many power chair vehicle lifts are available with an optional swing-away, which lets you access the trunk of your vehicle while the lift is still attached. The electric wheelchair lift is powered by your vehicle's battery via a wiring harness; some power chair lifts have the option for a separate rechargeable battery. Be sure to verify that your vehicle is compatible with the power wheelchair lift prior to completing your purchase. You can use the Vehicle Compatibility Calculator or call us at 1-888-364-3813 and we will be happy to help you.  

While powered exterior lifts are most common, other types of power chair lifts are available including Hybrid Lifts, Powered Interior Lifts, and Manual Exterior Lifts. To learn more about the different power chair lifts and see our full selection click here.  

 

Common Power Wheelchair Questions

Why should I purchase my power wheelchair from Top Mobility?

We have partnered with the top power wheelchair brands in the industry to provide our customers with only the highest quality power chairs available today. With our vast selection of electric power wheelchairs, we are able to meet the individual needs of every customer. Read more about us here.

How do I buy an electric wheelchair from Top Mobility?

We have three ways for you to purchase your electric wheelchair from us. You can make the purchase directly through our safe and secure website. If you would like to give us a call we would be happy to take your order over the phone and answer any questions about power wheelchairs you may have. Lastly, you could come to one of our store locations. Our knowledgeable and friendly sales team will help you find the perfect electric wheelchair for you. We have locations in Hudson and Naples Florida.

I have a question about my power wheelchair.

You can reach us at our toll-free customer service number 1-888-364-3813 or email us at [email protected]. You can also fill out our online contact form and we will respond within 24 hours. We are always happy to answer any and all questions you may have regarding your power chair. 

Is financing available for power wheelchairs?

We have multiple financing options available for power wheelchairs. View financing options here.

How much is shipping for an electric wheelchair?

We offer free shipping on all power wheelchairs within the 48 contiguous United States. White-glove delivery is available for most powerchairs at an additional cost, call for availability.

View our shipping policy here.

How will my electric power wheelchair arrive?

Typically, your power chair will arrive via an LTL Freight delivery. Smaller power chairs, such as certain folding powerchairs, may be delivered by standard ground transport. If your power wheelchair arrives damaged please contact us as soon as possible and we will work to resolve the issue. The video below explains the delivery process and the steps you should take if there is an issue with your power chair.

 

Are you able to ship motorized wheelchair orders internationally?

Yes, we do ship motorized wheelchairs internationally. Our customers located in Canada can place their orders online or over the phone to be shipped directly from the USA to their address. International customers outside of Canada can also place their orders through the website or over the phone but must contact a freight forwarding company to arrange pickup from our location. View more information on shipping to Canada here.

View our international shipping policy here.


Can I return my power wheelchair?

If you receive your power wheelchair it does not meet your expectations you may return within 30 days of delivery. You can expect a refund of the full purchase minus shipping, handling, and restocking fees. There is a fifteen percent restock fee for power wheelchairs.

 

I need replacement parts for my electric power wheelchair, can you help me?

Absolutely! We recommend calling in and speaking with one of our experts to ensure you are purchasing the correct part for your electric wheelchair. Be sure to have your power chair’s model and serial number available when calling. 

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