Mobility Furniture Price Guide

At SpotDif, we’re the first to know that mobility furniture isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. So, rather than giving you a broad price range, we prefer breaking down the different types of mobility furniture and their average costs in the UK.

Mobility chairs

Mobility chairs are designed for comfort and to help with your ease of movement. They’re especially ideal if you need assistance with sitting and standing. A lot of our customers choose mobility chairs because they offer robust support with a great range of customisable designs to fit into your home’s decor.

Standard mobility chairs

• Average price range: £300 - £700

• Basic designs with manual adjustments, ideal for those who need minimal assistance.

  
  

Heavy-duty mobility chairs

• Average price range: £500 - £1,200

• Designed for higher weight capacities and durability, suitable for larger users.

  
  

Reclining mobility chairs

• Average price range: £600 - £1,500

• Equipped with reclining mechanisms to provide additional comfort and support.

Not to be confused with mobility chairs, riser recliner chairs do what they say on tin! They’re  equipped with mechanisms that help you rise to your feet or recline back comfortably. These chairs are popular for their dual functionality, offering both support and relaxation.

Single motor riser recliners

• Average price range: £400 - £900

• Basic models with a single motor for combined riser and recline functions.

  
  

Dual motor riser recliners

• Average price range: £600 - £1,200

• More advanced models with separate motors for riser and recline functions, offering more control in both the ‘rise’ and ‘recline’ stages.

  
  

Luxury riser recliners

• Average price range: £1,000 - £1,800

• High-end models with additional features like heat and massage functions for extra relaxation.

On your search for the best mobility furniture prices, you may have come across a variety of different quotes. But how does this happen? Well, there are a few factors that can increase or decrease your overall cost. This is important to keep in mind when shopping around!

1. The type of mobility furniture

Different types of mobility furniture come with a wide range of price tags. This is down to the fact that they use different amounts of equipment and varying specialist mechanisms. You’ll find that prices tend to rise with more advanced features and greater levels of adjustability.

We recommend considering which best of mobility furniture has what you need for comfort and ease of use before anything else!

Some manufacturers are more well-known in the UK for their quality and reliability. With this in mind, your choice of manufacturer can change the cost of your mobility furniture. 

To give you an insight into how this works, here are some of the top mobility furniture manufacturers in the UK and their average price ranges:

• Pride Mobility: £400 to £2,500

• Drive DeVilbiss: £300 to £2,000

• Invacare: £500 to £3,000

• Rise & Recline Ltd: £600 to £2,800

Your mobility furniture may need to be customised to fit your specific needs, which can incur an additional cost. Customisation adding extra padding, a more aesthetic cover, and accessories. We’ll go through a few additional features in just a moment, too. 

If these aren’t included in the base product, they may come as additional extras which can add to the overall cost, but it’s worth it to ensure that your furniture meets your mobility requirements.

Modern mobility furniture comes with a variety of features designed to enhance your comfort and convenience. Let’s break down some of the most popular features, their costs, and the benefits they offer.

Electric adjustments

Electric adjustment allows you to easily modify the position of your mobility furniture at the touch of a button — maybe even with your phone or tablet. This feature is especially useful if you suffer from limited strength — it means you won’t have to worry about any manual adjustments!

• Average cost: £200 — £500

• The benefits: Provides effortless customisation of your seating or bed positions, adding to your comfort and convenience.

  
  

Heat and massage functions

If you fancy adding therapeutic benefits to your mobility furniture, the good news is that it’s possible! Heat and massage functions can be integrated to relieve your muscle tension and improve circulation. A great choice if you suffer from chronic pain or stiffness.

• Average cost: £150 — £400

• The benefits: Offers therapeutic relief and enhanced comfort, making it easier to relax and unwind.

  
  

Battery backup

Battery backup ensures that your mobility furniture remains operational during power outages. This feature is worthwhile if you rely on electrically powered adjustments for comfort and safety.

• Average cost: £100 — £300

• The benefits: Provides peace of mind and continuous operation, even during power failures.

  
  

Remote control operation

Remote control operation means you can adjust your mobility furniture without having to reach for buttons on the device. 

• Average cost: £50 — £150

• The benefits: Enhances convenience and accessibility, allowing for easier adjustments.

  
  

Custom upholstery

Custom upholstery allows you to choose the fabric and design of your mobility furniture to match your home decor and aesthetics. A great choice if you prefer to have a cohesive look and feel within your home.

• Average cost: £200 — £600

• The benefits: Offers a personalised touch, making your furniture feel more like your own.

  
  

Memory foam padding

Memory foam padding will adapt to your body shape, providing you with tailored support and comfort. This is a worthwhile feature if you plan on spending extended periods using your mobility furniture, as it will also help to prevent pressure sores.

• Average cost: £100 — £300

• The benefits: Provides customised support and enhanced comfort while reducing the risk of pressure sores.

Mobility furniture can be a significant investment, and they can be quite hefty pieces of equipment. With this in mind, we recommend taking repair and maintenance costs into account when researching mobility furniture prices. 

We recommend regular maintenance checks for all pieces of mobility furniture to ensure that all components are functioning correctly and to also extend its lifespan.

Take a look below to see the most common types of repairs that can be made on each type of mobility furniture, along with their updated estimated prices for 2024.

Mobility chairs

Frequent mobility chairs repairs include motor replacements, upholstery fixes, and adjustments to the reclining mechanisms. Here’s a breakdown of typical repair costs:

• Motor replacement: £200 — £400

• Upholstery repair: £50 — £150

• Reclining mechanism adjustment: £75 — £200

• Annual maintenance check: £50 — £100

  
  

Riser recliner chairs

Riser recliner chairs often require repairs to the lifting mechanisms, motors, and upholstery. Typical repair costs include:

• Lifting mechanism repair: £150 — £350

• Motor replacement: £200 — £400

• Upholstery repair: £50 — £150

• Annual maintenance check: £50 — £100

  
  

Mobility beds

Mobility beds might need repairs for motors, bed frame adjustments, and electronic controls. Here’s a look at the potential costs:

• Motor replacement: £250 — £500

• Bed frame adjustment: £100 — £250

• Electronic control repair: £150 — £300

• Annual maintenance check: £75 — £150

Mobility beds can help you enjoy a comfortable night's sleep by adjusting to the ideal position. They're also used to manage conditions such as acid reflux, injury, and specific mobility needs. 

• Lifestyle beds have a sit-up function that can be beneficial when managing acid reflux. Although they're more comfortable than a conventional bed, they're unsuitable for people with complex mobility issues. Expect to pay anywhere from £399 for simple sit-up functionality.  

• Profiling beds offer a range of positions that can help manage health or mobility needs. Two, three and four-part beds are available, giving you adjustability and comfort. You may also need additional features, including heat and massage pads or height adjustability for wheelchair accessibility.  

What can you expect to pay? As an estimate, you’re looking at:

• £400-£1,500 for a single bed. 

• £700-£5,000 for a double bed. 

• £1,200-£5,000 for a dual double bed with separate adjustability. 

• £7,000+ for larger bed sizes and additional features. 

Several factors impact mobility chair and bed prices, including: 

• Your postcode: Delivery charges can add to the cost of your mobility furniture. 

  
  

• Bespoke fit: Customising a chair or bed to your measurements? This personalisation can bump up the price.

  
  

• Features and design: Fancy extra motors, more padding, or special features like heat and massage pads? These add-ons cost more. Premium fabrics, like easy-clean upholstery, also increase the price.

  
  

• Installation and set-up: Getting your furniture professionally fitted and set up at home is important, but it can add to the overall cost.

  
  

• Extended warranties: You might pay more for a longer warranty to cover your equipment against manufacturing and electrical defects.  

If you’re looking to cut the cost of your mobility furniture, we’d recommend looking into mobility furniture grants available in the UK. These may help offset some of your costs with hefty discounts and contributions. 

Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG)

The Disabled Facilities Grant helps with the cost of home adaptations for people with disabilities. This grant can be used for mobility furniture like stairlifts and adjustable beds.

If you live in England, you could get up to £30,000 per applicant. In Wales, you could get up to £36,000 — so it’s definitely worth looking into!

Access to Work

If you are employed or starting work, the Access to Work scheme can provide financial support for mobility aids needed to help you thrive in your workplace with mobility issues.

If eligible, Access to Work can help pay for support such as:

• Aid and equipment in your workplace

• Adapting equipment to make it easier for you to use

• Money towards any extra travel costs to and from work if you can’t use available public transport, or if you need help to adapt your vehicle

• An interpreter or other support at a job interview if you have difficulty communicating

• Other practical help at work, such as a job coach or a note taker or lip speaker

  
  

SSAFA Help With Mobility 

If you’re a veteran, you can access support for mobility furniture through the SSAFA. Whether your mobility problems are caused by getting older or an existing medical condition, their volunteers are trained to get you the equipment and furniture you need.

Independence At Home

If you suffer from a long term illness or disability which affects your mobility, Independence At Home provides grants of up to £500. This grant can be used towards the cost of mobility equipment, home adaptations, and other essential items.

For more detailed information, check our comprehensive guide on mobility furniture funding in the UK.