The difference between a wheelchair and a transfer chair lies in their purpose, design, and functionality. Here’s a clear breakdown:
🔹 Wheelchair
Purpose: Designed for long-term use and self-mobility.
Key Features:
Larger rear wheels that the user or caregiver can push.
Can be self-propelled by the user (if they have upper body strength).
Designed for extended sitting and independent movement.
Suitable for outdoor and indoor use.
Often has added comfort features (cushions, adjustable parts, etc.).
Use Case: Ideal for individuals who need mobility assistance throughout the day, such as the elderly, patients with chronic illness, or people with disabilities.
🔹 Transfer Chair (or Transport Chair)
Purpose: Designed for short-distance movement and assisted transport.
Key Features:
Small wheels (usually all four) that must be pushed by a caregiver.
Lightweight and compact for easy maneuverability and storage.
Often used in hospitals, airports, or homes for quick transfers (e.g., bed to bathroom, car to clinic).
Not designed for self-propulsion or long-term sitting.
Use Case: Best for patients who cannot propel themselves and only need brief assistance moving between locations.
| Feature | Wheelchair | Transfer Chair |
|---|---|---|
| Wheels | Large rear wheels (self-propelling) | Small wheels (caregiver-pushed only) |
| Mobility | User or caregiver can move it | Caregiver must push |
| Weight | Heavier, more durable | Lightweight, easier to store/transport |
| Use Duration | Long-term, all-day use | Short-term transfers only |
| User | Independent or assisted mobility | Fully dependent on caregiver |
Xiang Fa Li Technology is a professional manufacturer of mobility equipment, such as electric/ hydraulic transfer chairs and toilet lift chairs. We specialize in the manufacture of rehabilitative physiotherapy equipment and the provision of life aids for the aged, disabled, and patients. Xiang Fa Li Technology (Xiamen) division primarily focuses on product sales, client maintenance, and after-sales service. Located in the Haicang District of Xiamen City, Fujian Province.
Our customer base is diverse, including home healthcare providers, healthcare wholesalers, shops (both independent and chains), and e-retailers. We have distributors in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Canada, Italy, Ireland, Brazil, Dubai, Saudi Arabia, the Czech Republic, Malaysia, and other countries
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