The Best Wheelchair 88 Lightweight Electric Wheelchairs

PW 999UL

The PW 999UL is a compact, lightweight electric wheelchair that works well for flat surfaces and traveling. It has a good range, can fit in even small cars, and is one of the most popular models on the market.

Specs

• Weight: 20.5kg (45 lbs)
• Max Speed: 6.5 km/hr (4 miles/hr)
• Maximum Capacity: 100kg (220 lbs)
• Seat Dimensions (W x L): 45 x 42 cm (17.7 x 16.5”)
• Turning Radius: 75cm (29.5”)
• Folded Size (L x H x W): 30 x 71 x 60 cm (11.8” x 28” x 23.6”)
• Max Distance:
  
  • 1 battery: ~13km (8 miles)
  • 2 batteries: ~26km (~16 miles)
  • (15% less in cold weather)
• Charge Time (for 1 battery): 4 hours
• Slope Capability: 13˚
• Motor Power: 150W x 2

NOTE: For full specifications see here.

Pros

1. Lightweight: At 45 lbs, this is one of the most lightweight electric wheelchairs on the market.
2. Foldable: No breakdown is required since the chair easily folds down on itself.
3. Portable: It comes with a soft carrying case and can be pulled around like airport luggage.
4. Second battery: Although it only comes with one battery, a second can be purchased separately.
5. Extendable footrest: The footrest can be extended 4 inches, and it folds up out of the way for easy front access.
6. Airplane ready: Some airlines may require the batteries to be taken out and put in carry on, but many allow the wheelchair to be checked at then airplane like a stroller.​

Owners

See how other owners with specific disabilities rated this wheelchair:

1. Progressive multiple sclerosis (MS) – Excellent!
2. Hemiplegic – Excellent!

PW 1000XL

For those who are too large or tall for the compact PW-999UL, the PW-1000XL is the perfect fit. With extra leg room, suspension, and a higher maximum capacity, this chair will take you places you never thought possible. Despite its more rugged structure, it is still only 12 lbs heavier than the PW-999UL.

Specs

• Weight: 26 kg (57 lbs)
• Max Speed: 8 kph ( 5 mph)
• Max Capacity: 150 kg (330 lbs)
• Seat Dimensions: 48.25 x 45.5 cm (19 x 18”)
• Folded Size (L x H x W)       36 x 67 x 60 cm (14.2 x 26.4 x 23.6”)
• Turning Radius           80cm (31.5”)
• Max Distance:
  
  • 1 battery: ~13 km (8 mi)
  • 2 batteries: ~26 km (16 mi)
  • 3 batteries: ~39km (24 mi)
• Charge Time (for 1 battery): 4 hours
• Slope Capability (with anti-tilt support): 13˚
• Motor Power  250W x 2 units

NOTE: For full specifications see here.

Pros

1. Lightweight: To make the wheelchair more rugged, some weight had to be added, but it is still surprisingly lightweight.
2. Powerful: (x2) 250 Watt motors
3. Upgradeable battery: Choose from either 1, 2, or 3 lithium ion batteries to extend the maximum range.
4. Foldable: Collapsible, the wheelchair takes less than 10 seconds to break down.
5. Airplane ready: Some airlines require the batteries to be taken as carry-on, but the wheelchair itself can be checked on any plane.
6. Suspension: There are 4 suspension springs that make for a smooth ride.​

Owners

See how other owners with specific disabilities rated this wheelchair:

1. Fibromyalgia – Unusable due to pain
2. Hypoxia and Weakness – Excellent!