ComfyGo IQ 9000 Electric Wheelchair
Sale price$1,899.00
Med Mizer Freedom Flex Chair With Mag Wheels
Sale price$2,484.00
ComfyGo X9 Electric Wheelchair
Sale price$1,799.00
Karman VIP2-TR Tilt-In-Space Transport Wheelchair
Sale price$2,440.00
Karman MVP-502 Reclining Wheelchair
Sale price$2,060.00
Karman KM-5000 Reclining Wheelchair
Sale price$1,340.00
Karman VIP-515 Tilt-In-Space Wheelchair
Sale price$1,970.00
Graham Field Regency 450R Bariatric Reclining Wheelchair
Sale price$2,199.25
Emerald iCruise Reclining Wheelchair
Sale price$593.29
Bangeran Mammoth EX Automatic Recline Electric Wheelchair
Sale price$2,249.00
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a reclining wheelchair and a tilt-in-space wheelchair?
The difference between a reclining wheelchair and a tilt-in-space wheelchair is that a reclining wheelchair opens the backrest away from the seat and changes the hip angle, while a tilt-in-space wheelchair holds the hip, knee, and ankle angles fixed and tips the whole seating system backward. Tilt shifts some of the body's load from the seat toward the back support without changing seated posture. Recline opens the hip joint, which can let the user slide forward in the seat.
Do reclining wheelchairs cause sliding or skin shearing?
Reclining a backrest can cause the user to slide forward against the seat, and that friction is called shear. Over time shear can damage tissue, and the risk is highest for someone who cannot reposition their own pelvis afterward. It is worse when sensation is impaired by stroke, spinal cord injury, or neuropathy, because the person cannot feel the warning. Someone with fragile skin, poor trunk control, or a history of pressure injuries should have the seating reviewed by an occupational therapist before you buy.
What order should I tilt and recline a combination chair?
The order to tilt and recline a combination chair is tilt first, then add recline. Reverse that on the way back up: reduce recline first, then tilt. Tilting before reclining helps limit the forward sliding that causes shear. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for the specific chair.
How far do reclining wheelchairs recline?
Reclining wheelchairs here recline between 30° and 170°, depending on the model and the mechanism. The Emerald iCruise runs 90° to 170°, the Karman KM-5000 90° to 163°, and the MVP-502 93° to 160°. A chair at 160° is deeply reclined but is not a bed, and the right position depends on the person's posture, breathing, and skin tolerance. The Karman VIP2-TR pairs a 0–35° tilt with a smaller 0–30° recline, built for weight shifting rather than lying back. The ComfyGo IQ 9000 AR is a power chair with an auto-reclining backrest controlled electronically by the user or caregiver.
How do I choose the right seat width?
To choose a seat width, measure across the widest point of the hips or thighs while the person is seated on a firm surface, then add 1 to 2 inches. Sizing up beyond that is a common instinct and can backfire, because a seat that is too wide gives less lateral support and lets the hips drift, which makes upright positioning harder.
What weight capacities do these wheelchairs support?
These wheelchairs support 250 to 450 lbs depending on the model and configuration. The Karman KM-5000 comes in 250, 300, and 350 lb builds, the Emerald iCruise in 250 and 350, and the ComfyGo IQ 9000 at 330. The Graham Field Regency 450R holds 450 lbs and is the bariatric chair in this collection, with seat widths from 24 to 30 inches. Most models include elevating legrests and a headrest as standard, and those legrests should support the calf without pressing behind the knee.
Do reclining wheelchairs include a manufacturer warranty?
Yes, every reclining wheelchair Skyward Medical sells carries its manufacturer's warranty, and the term varies by brand. Emerald covers the iCruise for 3 years and Graham Field covers the Regency 450R for 5 years limited. Karman's terms are set out in each model's product documentation. If you want help matching a chair to your loved one's transfer situation, call us at (855) 244-4712.