The Best Lift Recline Chairs 2024 - How to choose the right one for you

As we age, it can be challenging to notice the gradual changes in our bodies, until tasks that once felt effortless become noticeably more difficult. Simple activities like getting up from a favourite armchair may require more effort than before. You might also experience increased fatigue in your legs after a day of activity, or find it harder to achieve the same level of comfort when sitting down to rest.

 

For individuals dealing with mobility issues, age-related health concerns, or recovery from injury, a lift and recline chair can provide significant benefits. These chairs are designed to assist with standing up and sitting down, offering greater comfort and support. If you’re considering a lift and recline chair to improve your daily comfort, continue reading to learn how to choose the right one for your needs.

 

Lift chairs are offered with several motored options. Each option has distinct benefits, depending on what the chair is needed for. One motor offers flexibility in small spaces while five motors offer exceptional comfort and possibly heating and massage options within the chair.  

 

Single motor lift chairs function similarly to a standard recliner. As the backrest reclines, the footrest automatically rises to elevate the legs, and the footrest lowers when the backrest returns to a sitting position. These chairs are easy to use, with simple up-and-down controls, which may be a consideration for chair users with impaired memory. However, they offer a limited range of positions, which may impact on comfort.

 

Dual motor lift chairs feature independent controls for both the backrest and the footrest. This allows you to adjust each component separately, offering more flexibility. You can recline the backrest without raising the footrest, raise the footrest without reclining, or fully recline the chair to nearly horizontal. These chairs provide a wider range of positioning options, making them a better choice for those seeking greater customisation and comfort.

 

Four motor lift chairs are much larger chairs that require more space to fit comfortably in a room. These chairs offer more advanced seating options and features such as lumbar support and headrest adjustments can often feature far greater reclining position combinations compared to smaller models. 

 

What size chair do you require?

 

Lift chairs are available in many different sizes, choosing the right size is essential for ensuring proper support and comfort, as the chair should match your body frame.

Two important factors to consider are your body size and the space available for the chair to be placed. User height is a key consideration, as larger models have higher seat to floor height and taller backrests which will suit taller people. Larger model chairs also have deeper seats to accommodate longer legs, which may make some models inappropriate for shorter people.

It is a good idea to explore a few different options before making a final decision. 

 

Choose a fabric that suits your style

 

When shopping for a lift chair, you'll find several fabric options to choose from, each offering different benefits depending on your needs.

One of the most common fabric choices is easy-clean suede. This material is soft to the touch and durable enough for everyday use, making it a popular option for many lift chair users. Another choice is medical-grade Carrflex upholstery, which is ideal if you’ll be sitting for extended periods or need a fabric that’s resistant to spills or incontinence. Carrflex is a multi-stretch, breathable fabric designed to enable immersion into the pressure cushion to promote pressure care.

 

Added luxury comforts? 

 

Some lift chairs in the MobilityHQ range redefine relaxation and provide a unique seating experience like no other. 

The Aspire Gabriel Quattro Lift Chair features Shiatsu inspired Air Massage which is designed for targeted relief and offers adjustable intensity to ensure maximum comfort and relaxation. Handset-Controlled Seat Heating is an extremely popular feature of these chairs, as with the touch of a button the warmth can be adjusted depending on the desires of the user, or can be used as a pain relief aid. 

Another popular chair, the Aspire Rembrandt Quattro Lift Recline Chair features Genuine shiatsu massage coupled with optional extras such as three tier heating gives users a truly unique and luxurious comfort experience. Zero Gravity tilt-in-space positioning creates a feeling of weightlessness and promotes pressure redistribution.

Added to these models is the Aspire PostureFit Lift Recline Chair. This stylish chair offers adjustable and adaptable seating options designed to provide unparalleled postural support and comfort, which is especially useful for those who are less active. Recline to a comfortable position to reduce limb swelling, improve blood circulation, and alleviate fatigue.

 

 

MobilityHQ has an extensive range of lift and recline chairs that are sure to suit your needs. To find out more about buying a lift and recline chair, read our comprehensive Buyer’s Guide. Or browse the range of lift and recline chairs at Mobility HQ.