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Straight Stair Lift Comparison
Manufacturer: | Acorn | Bruno | Harmar | Sterling | Legacy |
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Model | 130 | Elite SRE-2010 | Pinnacle SL600 | Handicare/1000 | Elegance |
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Cost | $$ | $ | $$$ | $$$ | $$$ |
Adaptability | Great | Very Good and Easy | Good | Very Good | Great |
Pros | - Beautiful - Ergonomic - Comfortable - Cushion / Padding - 90′ Swivel | - Narrowest track on the market at 2.5 inches - Clean Design - Continuous Charge - 400lb Capacity - Slim Design -Compact! - 90′ Swivel | - Lightest unit - Operable in a power outage – up to 40 trips! - Patented helical worm gear | - Attractive Rail - Unique Controls - Perch Seat Option - Power Swivel & Seat | -Best warranty in the industry -Tightest fit to the wall - |
Cons | Not As Slim as Others When Folded | Power Options can be a bit pricey | Highly Priced | 300lb Max capacity |
Curved Stair Lift Comparison
Manufacturer: | Acorn | Bruno | Harmar | Sterling | Hawle | Bespoke |
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Model | 180 | Elite CRE-2110 | CSL 500 | Handicare/1000 | H10 | 101 |
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Cost | $ | $$$ | $$$$ | $$ | $$$ | $ |
Adaptability | Extremely adjustable | Most Adjustable on the market Arm width, seat height and footrest can all be adjusted | Extremely smooth ride | No other curved track available can be fitted closer to the wall and leave so much free space on your stairs | Base model has the most included features | Great |
Pros | - Very pleasant on the eyes - The turns are not a problem with the Acorn 180 - Can be fitted to spiral and narrow staircase where the turning points get tighter | - Arms, seat and footrest flip up creating plenty of space - Remarkable stable ride from top to bottom - Visual diagnostics for instant unit status | - Very nice design that allows for a complete hug of the stairs - Mounts inside or outside the stairway to maintain pedestrian access | - The twin rail system, designed for a stable and smooth ride - The Sterling 2000 comes with 2 year manufacturer’s parts warranty and LIFETIME warranty on the gearbox and motor | -Best warranty in the industry -Tightest fit to the wall - | -Automatic slowing on bends ensures a comfortable ride |
Cons | Not As Slim as Others When Folded | -Production Time May Take Longer | Can become costly with options | No clipped seat belt | Base model may be pricier due to the included features | Limited color options |
Outdoor Stair Lift Comparison
Manufacturer: | Handicare | Hawle | Bruno |
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Model | 2000 Outdoor | HW11 Outdoor | Elite SRE-2010 |
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Cost | $ | $$$ | $$ |
Adaptability | Great | Ok | Excellent |
Pros | - Low price | - All inclusive system…no hidden extras. 220 colors, 18 colored upholsteries including leather at no additional cost. - Its commercially rated | |
Cons | - Known remote control issues | - Medium Priced with Best Value On the Market | -Heavy rails |