Best Lightweight Wheelchairs Updated May 2025

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Best Lightweight Wheelchairs
2025 Buyer's GuideUpdated May 2025
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10.0

Medline Lightweight Wheelchair for Adults With Swing-Back, Desk-Length Arms, Elevating Leg Rests; 18W" x 16"D Seat
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Picked by 461 people this week!
Picked by 461 people this week!

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Medline Lightweight Wheelchair for Adults With Swing-Back, Desk-Length Arms, Elevating Leg Rests; 18W" x 16"D Seat
Build quality
Weight
Value for money
Ease of assembly
Chair quality
Maneuverability

9.8

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9.8

Karman 24 pounds LT-980 Ultra Lightweight Wheelchair Black
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9.8

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Karman 24 pounds LT-980 Ultra Lightweight Wheelchair Black
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9.6

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9.6

WHLICKS Wheelchairs for Adults Transport Chair Lightweight Foldable with Telescopic Handle, 19.4lbs Portable Folding Travel Whe...
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9.6

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WHLICKS Wheelchairs for Adults Transport Chair Lightweight Foldable with Telescopic Handle, 19.4lbs Portable Folding Travel Whe...
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9.4

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9.4

Medline Ultra Lightweight Transport Wheelchair for Adults, Foldable, 19-Inch Seat Width, Red Frame, Black Upholstery
Lightweight
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Ease of maneuver
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9.4

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Medline Ultra Lightweight Transport Wheelchair for Adults, Foldable, 19-Inch Seat Width, Red Frame, Black Upholstery
Lightweight
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Ease of maneuver
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9.2

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9.2

Drive Medical Blue Streak Lightweight Wheelchair with Swing-Away Footrests and Flip-Back Arms, Portable Folding Wheelchair for ...
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9.2

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Drive Medical Blue Streak Lightweight Wheelchair with Swing-Away Footrests and Flip-Back Arms, Portable Folding Wheelchair for ...
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9.1

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9.1

Drive Medical SSP118FA-SF Silver Sport 1 Folding Transport Wheelchair with Full Arms and Removable Swing-Away Footrest, Black
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9.1

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Drive Medical SSP118FA-SF Silver Sport 1 Folding Transport Wheelchair with Full Arms and Removable Swing-Away Footrest, Black
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Medline Lightweight Foldable Transport Wheelchair with Handbrakes and 12-Inch Wheels, Red Frame, Black Upholstery
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Medline Lightweight Foldable Transport Wheelchair with Handbrakes and 12-Inch Wheels, Red Frame, Black Upholstery
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8.8

Drive Medical Cruiser III Light Weight Wheelchair with Various Flip Back Arm Styles and Front Rigging Options, Flip Back Remova...
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8.8

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Drive Medical Cruiser III Light Weight Wheelchair with Various Flip Back Arm Styles and Front Rigging Options, Flip Back Remova...
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8.7

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8.7

Drive Medical TR37E-SV Lightweight Folding Transport Wheelchair with Swing-Away Footrest, Silver
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8.7

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Drive Medical TR37E-SV Lightweight Folding Transport Wheelchair with Swing-Away Footrest, Silver
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8.6

Drive Medical EXP19LTRD Lightweight Expedition Folding Transport Wheelchair with Hand Brakes, Ultra Lightweight Transport Chair...
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Drive Medical EXP19LTRD Lightweight Expedition Folding Transport Wheelchair with Hand Brakes, Ultra Lightweight Transport Chair...
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Medline Lightweight Wheelchair for Adults With Swing-Back, Desk-Length Arms, Elevating Leg Rests; 18W" x 16"D Seat
Build quality
Weight
Value for money
Ease of assembly
Chair quality
Maneuverability
Picked by 461 people this week!
Picked by 461 people this week!

10.0

1
Medline Lightweight Wheelchair for Adults With Swing-Back, Desk-Length Arms, Elevating Leg Rests; 18W" x 16"D Seat
Build quality
Weight
Value for money
Ease of assembly
Chair quality
Maneuverability