Stair Lifts That Are Available

Once you know and understand what stair lifts are and how they work, you can look for one that better matches your needs. Listed below are a few types that are available and reasonable to the budget:

 

·        Acorn Superglide 120:  This stair lift comes with a lifetime warranty, maintenance free battery operation, easy to use joystick, and a diagnostic digital display. It provides a smooth operation with no jerkiness. The seat even swivels for easier sitting and getting off chair. The basic model price fro this one is $3200.

·        AmeriGlide Stair Lift: These types of stair lifts are built to last. They are very reliable. They offer a smooth ride that is quiet. Since the unit runs on batteries, you will always have use of it even during a power outage. The AmeriGlide can hold up to 300lbs. It also has a swivel chair that turns at 180 degree angle to make it easy to get in and out of the chair. The price for this stair lift is $2150.   

·        Summit Stair Lift: The Summit Stair Lift is safe and reliable. It offers continuous maintenance free operation. This stair lift comes in either AC or DC power. It holds up to 300 lbs., and even has a magazine rack to hold your favorite magazines, in case you want to read while going up or down the stairs. The price of this unit is $2350.  

·        Stannah 260: If you are looking for a stair lift that curves, this is your best bet. It comes in eight different colors and can run on either side of the staircase. There are remote controls set up at both ends of the staircase so you have the convenience of using the chair when you are either upstairs or downstairs. There are also directional controls on either side of the chair for easy use. What’s so special about this stair lift is that it travels along a slim rail.