The mobility aids that are powered by the user rather than an electric mechanism are called manual wheelchairs.

Manual wheelchairs are lightweight, portable, and reliable medical equipment. They are battery-free, and are self-propelled to help people maintain their independence. These features make them a preferable option over electric wheelchairs.

With that said, we have compiled the list of our top 7 picks. Let’s dig in.

Top 7 Manual Wheelchairs

One of the most basic manual wheelchairs, the Rehamo Econo wheelchair comes with a 18 inches steel frame. The frame has a nylon upholstery that comes with a fixed armrest and removable footrests.

This wheelchair is one of the light weight and basic options for people who are looking for a manual wheelchair. It also has detachable half backrests with weight capacity up to 100 kgs.

● Seat Width: 18 inches

● Seat Depth: 16 inches

● Backrest Height: 17 inches

● Total Weight: 15.8 kgs

● Armrest Height: 11 kgs

This heavy manual wheelchair has a steely PCB Steel frame with nylon upholstery. It is durable, lightweight, and attractive. The Rehamo Steely PCB Steel frame Wheelchair is easy to clean and has urethane tires mounted on composite wheels.

This provides durability and low maintenance for the wheelchair. It also has push to lock wheel locks with a padded swing away armrests. Welcome comfort and easy transfers with the quality backrest. This manual wheelchair also improves mobility and dynamic functionality with other comprehensive safety features.

● Seat Width: 18 inches

● Seat Depth: 20 inches

● Front Casters: 8 x 1 inches

● Total Weight Capacity: 135 kgs

● Mag Wheel: 24 inches

The Rehamo Allite Grey Lightweight Aluminum Wheelchair is a 18 Inches standard manual wheelchair that has features like comfortable seating and double cross bar. These configurations provide more stability, and weight bearing to the user.

The wheelchair comes in a friendly design that allows users to rest in a comfort seating. It has a light stainless aluminum frame with silver oxidation. The Rehamo Allite Grey Lightweight Aluminum Wheelchair also has flip up armrests, swing away leg rests, half folding back, and united brakes for safety.

● Seat Width: 45 cm

● Seat Depth: 41 cm

● Front Casters: 8 x 1.25 inches

● Total Weight Capacity: 135 kgs

● Mag Wheel: 24 inches

The Rehamo Allite Ultra Aluminum Wheelchair is a lightweight aluminum wheelchair with 3D backrest for extra comfort. It has a flip up, detachable and height adjustable features that allow users to set the configurations according to their comfort.

This wheelchair is made with a nylon seat with angle adjustable footplate and safety wheels.

● Seat Width: 18 inches

● Seat Depth: 17 inches

● Back Height: 14.5 inches

● Total Weight Capacity: 115 kgs

● Rear Wheel: 24 inches

The Rehamo Allite TR Aluminium Transport Chair is a popular portable travel solution that comes with its own carry bag. With a weight of only 8 kg, this new model is one of the lightest travel chairs. It is truly portable– thanks to its half folding back mechanism. This allows the wheelchair to be folded to a very compact size, and makes it easy to store in a car, train, or plane.

It has a gray aluminum frame that is reinforced with a quadruple steel cross brace. This stiffens the frame and makes it feel quite robust even for users weighing up to 114 kgs. It also comes with the effective parking brakes.

● Seat Width: 19 inches

● Seat Depth: 18 inches

● Overall Height: 37.5 inches

● Total Weight Capacity: 114 kgs

● Total Weight: 9.3 inches

The Drive Id Soft Multifunction Wheelchair is a multifunctional wheelchair with features like tilt-in-space. It has maximum adaptability that provides added comfort with extra support and stability.

It can act like a bed, and reclined to help the user maintain correct posture. The even pressure distribution prevents bedsores. This has infinite position adjustment features of the backrest with seat angle via the push handle. These can be easily adjusted with the frame design that ensures wheelchair stability (regardless of the backrest and seat angles). For added support and pressure relief, there is a padded adjustable headrest with multi-positional ear cushions and elevating leg rests.

● 3 Seat Widths: 39-44cm (15-17”) 44-49cm (17-19") and 49-54cm (19-21”)

● Back Rest Incline: 90 t0 120 (vertical)

● Wheels: 24” self propelled

● Total Weight Capacity: 135 kgs

The Rehamo Steely Heavy Duty Wheelchair is a self-propelled wheelchair that comes with 24 hours of battery life. This is available in 22 and 24 inches with Wheels and a full-length armrest that can be removed. The heavy duty wheelchair has a detachable swing away leg rest, making it easier for the patient to sit and get out of the wheelchair.

The Rehamo extra wide, heavy-duty chair is the perfect choice for those looking for an extra wide and heavy-duty chair. This has a double cross bar for more weight bearing and durability. The wheelchair has a black skirt guard with a steel handle wheel.

● Seat Width: 55 cm

● Seat Depth: 40 cm

● Overall Height: 91 cm

● Total Weight Capacity: 150 kgs

Wrapping Thoughts

These were our top 7 picks in manual wheelchairs. Make sure to shop according to your requirements! You can take help from our helpdesk, and we will help you gather the best suitable options. Happy healing!