Getting comfortable should not require a struggle. If your favorite recliner has become difficult to get out of, a lift chair may be a helpful addition to your home. Its powered lifting motion raises and tilts the seat to assist with the transition from sitting to standing.
But choosing a lift chair involves more than finding a color you like. The right purchase starts with how the chair fits you, how you plan to use it, and where it will go.
Start With Fit
A chair that looks roomy may feel too deep once you sit down. A compact chair may fit your living room but leave you wishing for more leg support.
Compare the recommended user height, seat width, seat depth, seat height, and weight capacity for each model. These measurements work together, so choosing by height alone can miss an important part of the fit. During a showroom visit, pay attention to whether your back feels supported and whether the seat and armrests feel comfortable.
If two people will use the chair, tell the team. Their different sizes and preferences may affect which option makes the most sense.
Think About Your Everyday Routine
What will you do in your chair? Reading, watching television, chatting with family, and resting may call for different positions.
Some lift chairs offer simpler reclining arrangements. Others let you adjust the backrest and footrest independently. Select models also include powered headrest and lumbar adjustments. Try the positions you expect to use rather than judging the chair only in its upright setting.
Decide Which Extras You Will Use
Freedom Mobility Solutions offers lift chairs from Golden Technologies and Pride Mobility, with options that include heat, massage, charging ports, and storage on select models.
Make a short list of your priorities before shopping. Easy-to-use controls might matter most to one person, while another wants adjustable back support or a place to keep a book. Features and optional upgrades vary by model, so confirm what is included in the chair you select.
Measure Your Space
Bring measurements of the intended room and the route the chair will take into your home. Check the chair’s overall dimensions, required wall clearance, and space when reclined.
Consider the rest of the room, too. Will a coffee table need to move? Is there a clear path beside the chair? Where will the power cord go? Planning the layout before ordering helps you make a more informed choice.
Try a Lift Chair Before You Buy
An online comparison is a useful starting point, but sitting in a chair gives you a better sense of its comfort and controls. Ask to see the lift function and practice using the remote with guidance.
Visit Freedom Mobility Solutions in Hanover, Maryland, or Ashburn, Virginia, to explore lift chair options and discuss your needs. This fall, save 20% on lift chair purchases through December 31, 2026. Rentals are excluded. Contact our team for complete offer details and help finding your next favorite seat.