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Drive Medical Portable Pivoting Wheelchair

Last updated: January 26, 2023


Drive Medical Portable Pivoting Wheelchair
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We looked at the top Wheelchairs and dug through the reviews from some of the most popular review sites. Through this analysis, we've determined the best Wheelchair you should buy.

Drive Medical Blue Streak Ultra-Lightweight Wheelchair With Flip-Backs Arms & Swing-Away Footrests
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Drive Medical Blue Streak Ultra-Lightweight Wheelchair With Flip-Backs Arms & Swing-Away Footrests
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$139.00

Product Details

In our analysis of 35 expert reviews, the Drive Medical Portable Pivoting Wheelchair placed 8th when we looked at the top 9 products in the category. For the full ranking, see below.

From The Manufacturer

Drive Medical’s Blue Streak Wheelchair features cutting-edge design with premium swing-away leg rests and detachable desk arms that flip back for advanced versatility and simple transportation. The 18″ padded seat is ergonomically crafted for comfort to make independent mobility easy and enjoyable. The tires, made of solid rubber and mounted on composite wheels, ensure a consistently smooth ride, and feature push-to-lock functionality for extra safety. The sleek blue-powdered frame is finished with durable steel to resist cracks and chipping. The black cross brace and nylon seat upholstery are sturdy, lightweight and low-maintenance to clean.

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Expert Reviews


What reviewers liked

Bright blue frame. Dependable, solid tires.
- BestReviews
The tires of the chair have a safety function where you need to push to lock the chair and are made of durable rubber.
- Gadgets
This is a great wheel chair for the price. Its durable, comfortable, includes many great features such as flip back armrest to slide under desk at the office or booth tables at a restaurant.
- Booms Beat
Adjustable armrests to use at tables/desks
- Aging in Place
The construction quality is fantastic with steel and blue-powdered coated frame.
- Mobility Pedia

What reviewers didn't like

"Desk-length" is the only arm choice. Occasional complaints about product quality and durability.
- BestReviews
Take note that this wheelchair from Drive Medical doesn't have any brakes at the handle as the function for locking the chair is already easy.
- Gadgets
One major drawback of this chair is that its so heavy; its easily 35-40lbs making it hard to transport by yourself.
- Booms Beat
Not lightweight
- Aging in Place

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