Who Needs a Wheelchair Rental? 6 Common Situations
A lightweight folding wheelchair covers travel and everyday outings, without paying $150–$600+ for a chair you only need for a while.
Short-Term Home Use
Need a chair at home for a few weeks? A folding wheelchair covers the house and trips to appointments.
Travel, Cruises & Airports
It folds flat and fits in any car trunk, so it’s easy to bring on a trip, a cruise, or through the airport. Airlines accommodate wheelchairs with advance notice.
Everyday Senior Mobility
For a parent or grandparent who can't walk long distances, a lightweight chair makes errands, family visits, and longer outings easier.
Events & Big Venues
Museums, theme parks, stadiums, graduations, rent a chair for a single day so a long event doesn’t mean staying home.
Hotels, Apartments and Facilities
Need a chair waiting at home, a hotel, or a care facility? We deliver to homes, hospitals, hotels, and convention centers.
Try Before You Buy
Thinking about buying your own wheelchair? Rent first to find the right seat width and weight before spending $300–$600 on one.
Everything You Need to Roll, Included
Your rental arrives clean, unfolded, and ready to use. We deliver it, set it up, and pick it up for free.
Folding Lightweight Wheelchair
Steel (~35 lb) or aluminum (~19 lb)
Padded Seat & Armrests
16–20" seat, fixed or detachable arms
Key Features & Specifications
A dependable, lightweight folding wheelchair, the most widely used chair for home and travel.
Up to 300 lb Capacity
The standard lightweight frame supports up to 300 lbs. Ask about heavy duty chairs for higher weight.
Lightweight Frame
About 35 lbs in steel, or roughly 19 lbs in aluminum; ultra-light (~16 lb) available on request.
16–20" Seat
Seat width and depth from 16 to 20 inches to fit most adults.
Folds for the Car
Folds flat in seconds and fits in any trunk, under 26" wide, so it clears standard doorways.
Swing-Away Leg Rests
Standard swing-away footrests; elevating leg rests available for $10/day.
24" Rear Wheels
Large rear wheels let the user self-propel, and a companion can also push using the handles.
Self-Propel or Companion Push
Use the hand rims to move yourself, or have a caregiver push with the rear handles.
Cleaned and Checked Before Every Rental
We clean every unit between rentals and fit new supplies each time, the nasal cannula and the humidifier bottle.
Full Inspection
Flow rate calibrated, alarms tested, filters checked
External Disinfection
Disinfectant wipes on the casing, controls and tubing ports
Fresh Supplies
Brand-new cannula and humidifier bottle with every rental
Filter Replacement
Fresh gross particle filter, never reused
What a Wheelchair Rental Makes Easier
How a lightweight wheelchair helps with appointments, outings, and travel.
Free Delivery on Your Selected Rental Date
We deliver directly to your home, including houses, apartments and hotels, free delivery on your selected rental date.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before renting a lightweight manual wheelchair.
Free delivery on your selected rental date. We deliver to homes, apartments, hotels and convention centers.
A lightweight manual wheelchair is a folding chair with large 24" rear wheels that the user can self-propel, or a companion can push using the rear handles. It has a padded seat and back, swing-away footrests, and folds flat in seconds to fit in any car trunk. Steel frames weigh about 35 lbs; aluminum frames about 19 lbs.
Anyone who can't manage long distances on foot, or who needs a chair at home for a few weeks. It also gets rented for airports, theme parks and events. The standard frame supports up to 300 lbs, and we have wide seat chairs for higher capacity.
Rental pricing depends on how many days you need, the table above shows the rate at each duration. Every rental includes the wheelchair, swing-away footrests, free delivery, setup, and pickup, with no hidden fees. Call (847) 696-6814 for an exact quote on your dates.
Simple 3-step process: (1) Call us at (847) 696-6814 or use the 'Rent Now' button on our website to select rental dates. (2) We deliver free on the rental start date you choose. (3) Our team delivers the wheelchair clean, unfolded, and ready to use. When you're done, call us and we pick it up free.
Yes. Our lightweight wheelchairs are under 26" wide, so they clear standard interior and exterior doorways. Seat widths from 16 to 20 inches fit most adults. If you have unusually narrow doorways or need a wider seat, call (847) 696-6814 and we'll match you with the right chair.
Yes. Every chair has a sturdy frame rated to 300 lbs, a padded upholstered seat and back, and swing-away footrests. Each unit is fully inspected before delivery, frame, wheels, and footrests, and sanitized to our documented cleaning process. We set it up and adjust it for the user on arrival.
Yes. The chair folds flat and airlines check manual wheelchairs free of charge, cruise lines and trains accommodate them too. Give the airline advance notice and you can use the chair right up to the gate. Many customers rent specifically for cruises and fly-in visits.
Yes. The standard steel frame weighs about 35 lbs and is the most economical. Aluminum frames weigh roughly 19 lbs and are easier to lift into a car trunk. Ultra-light chairs (~16 lb) are available on request. Tell us how you'll use the chair and we'll recommend the right frame, call (847) 696-6814.
Yes, that's one of its best features. The wheelchair folds flat in seconds, no tools needed, and fits in the trunk of any sedan, SUV, or minivan. The aluminum frame weighs only about 19 lbs, easy for one person to lift.
Yes. Call (847) 696-6814 before your return date and we'll add the days you need. We only collect the lightweight wheelchair when you tell us you're finished with it.
Yes! Pay in 4 interest-free installments through Shop Pay at checkout.
Call us. We'll walk you through it by phone, and if needed, swap the unit within 24 hours, free of charge. You're never stuck. Your rental is fully covered for the entire duration.
Cancel 100% free if done at least 24 hours before scheduled delivery. After delivery, a $65 transportation fee applies for early returns.
Why Rent a Wheelchair Instead of Buying?
A new lightweight wheelchair costs $150–$600+ (aluminum and ultra-light models cost more). For travel or a few weeks of use, renting is a fraction of that.
| RENT FROM US | BUY NEW | |
|---|---|---|
| Upfront Cost | From $105 for 1 day | $150–$600+ |
| Delivery & Setup | FREE on your rental date | Shipping or store trip |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | Included, we handle it | Your responsibility |
| Sanitization | Cleaned before delivery | Used market, unknown |
| When You're Done | We pick it up free | Bulky to store or resell |
For a few weeks or a trip, renting costs a fraction of buying, with free delivery, free pickup, and nothing to store afterwards.
Rent Now, From $42/dayHow It Works, 4 Easy Steps
From booking to pickup, delivered and set up on your selected rental date.
Call or Book Online
Tell us the flow rate you need and the dates you want the unit.
Free Delivery on Your Selected Rental Date
We deliver and set up in your home, right where you need it.
On-Site Training
Our team shows you how to operate, adjust flow, and maintain the unit.
Free Pickup When Done
One call. We remove the equipment, completely free.
Need a Wheelchair Rental? Delivered on Your Selected Rental Date.
Lightweight manual wheelchair with swing-away footrests, rated to 300 lbs, folds flat to fit any car trunk. Free delivery. Free setup. Free pickup.