Would you choose a mobility scooter, a manual wheelchair, an electric wheelchair, or a handcycle?
Scooter, manual wheelchair, electric wheelchair, power handbike, these products are usually divided into the same industry. They are all for people with limited mobility.
So which one should be chosen for you.
Would you choose a mobility scooter, a manual wheelchair, an electric wheelchair, or a handcycle?
Scooter, manual wheelchair, electric wheelchair, power handbike, these products are usually divided into the same industry. They are all for people with limited mobility.
Scooters
The customer group of scooters is more elderly people with limited mobility, who have not completely lost the ability to walk. They use scooters for short trips, such as visiting supermarkets and parks.
There are two main types of scooters on the market, foldable scooters and non-foldable scooters. The foldable scooter is smaller and lighter. In addition, comfort, functionality and cruising range are not as good as non-foldable scooter. The disadvantage of non-foldable scooters is that they are too bulky and heavy.
Non-folding scooter Folding scooter
Manual wheelchairs：
Manual wheelchairs and electric wheelchairs are usually used by the disabled. There are many types of wheelchairs according to their functions. Manual wheelchairs can be divided into standard wheelchairs, orthopedic wheelchairs, tilt wheelchairs, sports wheelchairs, etc.
From my personal point of view, manual wheelchairs are more suitable for people who temporarily lose the ability to walk. In other words, people who are in rehabilitation. Of course, it is also very suitable for people with disabilities who love sports.
Sports Wheelchair:
Electric wheelchairs:
Electric wheelchairs are suitable for most people with reduced mobility. According to different functions, it can also be divided into many types, such as standing wheelchairs, stair climbing wheelchairs, foldable electric wheelchairs, etc.
Foldable electric wheelchair:
The above products are very common on the market. But recently, a new product has begun to slowly enter this market, and that is power handbike.
It needs to be used with a manual wheelchair as a power system. Unlike electric wheelchairs, the speed of the handbike can be adjusted. Its speed range is usually 0-25km/h. The cruising range can reach 50km-100km.
Handbikes have the following advantages:
1.Longer driving distance
2.Faster driving speed
3.Adapt to more road conditions
Its limitation lies in the relatively high quality requirements for wheelchairs. It is best to use sports wheelchairs with handbikes. If conditions permit, it is best to replace the wheelchair's wheels with wider wheels.
Handbikes can replace electric wheelchairs to a certain extent. It can bring a better outdoor experience to wheelchair users. Handbikes can help wheelchair users go further.