From the name alone we can see what the differences are from a foldable wheelchair and a standard wheelchair, and the decision to choose a folding or rigid wheelchair will depend on you. The main plus point of a folding wheel chair is that they are flexible and when travelling over any uneven surface the wheelchair will move with the bums and give a smooth ride compared to a rigid frame that will feel ever bump as there is no give in the frame at all.

Cost of folding wheelchairs

Folding wheelchairs come in two different formats which is the lightweight version and the heavy duty version and costs of these will range from anywhere around one thousand to five thousand dollars. So if you are considering to buy your first wheelchair then I would suggest you look at both rigid and folding frame wheelchairs.

Advantages of Foldable Frame Wheelchair

For obvious reasons the biggest advantage of the foldable wheelchair is its ability to fold, which can be very convenient when you need travel around with your wheelchair as it fit inside your car with ease. You don't require dismantling the wheelchair when folding it up as it just folds down. A rigid frame wheelchair on the other hand will require a large van to transport it around.

The leg platform on the folding wheelchair will be swing away and will help in access the wheelchair, typically rigid frame have fixed leg platforms. Storage is easy as the wheelchair just folds neatly and can be stored in small locations.

Disadvantages

Due to its design of opening and folding the adjustable and removable parts will tend to wear and break or even get misplaced. But the advantage is the removable parts are much easier to replace. A foldable wheelchair can not be used for stressful activities as they are likely to break as they are not heavy duty. Also folding wheelchairs do not have reclining back rests.

Folding wheelchairs will be heavier than any rigid frame as they have many moving parts and will result in being more difficult to push around. Moving parts of any folding wheelchair will have higher wear and tear than a rigid frame wheelchair.

With all these disadvantages you will still find that folding wheelchairs are still a better buy as they are generally have a more functional design and are sturdier and are simpler to.