What to consider when buying a Mobility Scooter or Powered Wheelchair
Before you look for a mobility scooter or powered wheelchair it’s a good idea to consider:
- Where and how are you intending to use one?
- What types of surfaces does it need to be able to be used on?
- What is your budget for a Mobility Scooter?
- Does it need to be put in and out of a car?
- Is weight and issue for ease of lifting it in and out of a vehicle?
- What sort of battery life will you likely need?
- What features will suit you best?
- Payment options?
- Warranty?
- Does it include 12 months road side assist?
TYPES OF MOBILITY SCOOTERS
Lightweight Portable Scooters
Portable Scooters, are popular with many people. Their compact size and ease for transport make them a popular choice. These scooters can be dismantled quickly without use of any tools.
They can only be used on flat surfaces and usually have a maximum speed of 4mph, making them safe to handle and control. This type of scooter is best suited for those who make shorter journeys, as they have smaller battery capacity and a shorter range. They are usually charged more often than larger models.
An example of a lightweight portable scooter would be the Top Gun Go-Lite, a foldable lightweight mobility scooter that weighs only 14.8 kg without the battery or 16.3 kg with the battery.
Mid size Scooters
These scooters are larger than portable scooters and are more robust in design and function. They have larger batteries so they can travel further between charges. Mid size Scooters tend to be more comfortable and more storage space. Some mid-sized mobility scooters may be dismantled for transport by car. These Scooter are also faster than most portable scooters and may be suitable for limited or short range road use.
A couple of examples of a mid size scooter would be the Top Gun Blazer or the Invacare Leo.
Road Scooters
Road scooters are for people who want to use their scooter for longer journeys, on more rugged terrain. They are larger and more powerful than other scooters as they can reach higher speeds.
They have larger wheels and typically have better suspension and brakes. This makes them heavy and less suitable for portability by car and also more expensive. They are ideal if living on a property or where you need to travel long distances or are great for getting out and about and visiting parks.
Top Gun Mustang or the Invacare Pegasus Pro.
For any further information, please feel free to contact one of our friendly team to discuss your requirements further.