The Folder - Modern Folding Electric Wheelchair

Our standard entry-level folding powerchair doesn't compromise on fantastic quality, functionality, and reliability you expect from our range, for a brilliantly low price.
£899.99
£899.99

Total with VAT Relief

  • Our best value folding powerchair
  • Removable air-safe battery
  • Simple controls with a very smooth drive
  • Range of accessories available
  • Powerchair
  • UK Charger
  • Instruction Manual
  • 12 Month Parts & Labour Warranty

How quickly will my powerchair arrive?

The next working day when ordered before 2pm. Orders made on weekends will be delivered on Tuesday.

What can I expect on the day of delivery?

As this is a large and expensive item, we use palletways to deliver to prevent damage in transit. They will text you (provided you leave a mobile number at checkout) with a 2 hour timeslot once yourpowerchair has been loaded onto the final delivery truck on the day of delivery.

When the driver arrives, as this is a secure pallet delivery, the drivers are not insured to take the item across the threshold to your property (this is known as a kerbside delivery). The driver will move the pallet and you are responsible for taking thepowerchair off the pallet and taking it inside your property.

In the majority of cases, depending on which depot is local to you, most drivers can take the pallet away with them if you ask nicely.

Can I pay extra to have an engineer deliver and set up mypowerchair?

Yes, at checkout you can select engineer home delivery which adds £95 to the order and about 10 working days to the delivery time.

A time and date for the appointment will be arranged via telephone call with yourselves approximately 3-5 working days after ordering, so please enter a phone number at checkout you will be able to answer in the days after ordering. Please note engineer delivery is only available on the English, Scottish and Welsh mainland.

On the day of delivery, the engineer will bring thepowerchair into your property, provide a demonstration, and remove all the packaging

If you would like thepowerchair assembling, but don't require help unpacking it from the box and pallet and taking it indoors yourself, you can opt for our cheaper ready to drive service (£50). This means we will build thepowerchair for you and repackage it in the box on the pallet before shipping. This avoids the longer lead time for the full white glove service while still ensuring you don't have to build thepowerchair yourself.

What locations do you deliver to?

We deliver to the Great British mainland (England, Scotland & Wales) only. We can also deliver to any GB outlying islands and Northern Ireland for an extra courier fee, please call us to check before ordering. As an example, Isle of Wight generally costs approximately £40 extra for delivery.

What happens if mypowerchair is damaged in transit?

We will offer to replace thepowerchair without quarrel, so long as you notify us within 48 hours of thepowerchair being tracked as delivered. We may also offer you a discount or to send the parts if the damage is cosmetic only, however it's your decision as to whether you accept this, or ask for a complete replacement, or collection for a full refund.

How do I initiate a return request?

Submit a returns request form here and we will respond with instructions.

Once your return is authorized, you can either:

  • Drop the powerchair off at our premises yourself (Wiltshire SN6 6HE)
  • Post it back yourself using a tracked service
  • Utilize our returns collection service for a £70 charge, which covers the palletways cost to collect from you and deliver back to us.

Note that if you are returning the powerchair because it's developed a fault within the first 14 days, the returns collection service cost is covered by ourselves. If the powerchair develops a fault after 14 days of taking delivery, please check our excellent warranty policy on the next tab for details.

Restocking fees and postage refunds

We only charge restocking fees when absolutely necessary in the following scenarios:

  • Items are returned with clear signs of use and/or damage
  • Items are returned without their original inner or outer packaging
  • Items are returned to missing supplementary inserts such as chargers and instruction manuals.

Any restocking fees charged are only used for, and proportionate to, the cost of restoring a product to a resealable condition.

Please note that in line with the consumer contracts regulations, the engineer delivery option is non-refundable as it is an upgraded/paid delivery option.

Already own this item and need a warranty repair?

Click here to submit a warranty repair request.

With many moving parts and exposure to scrapes, bumps, hills and the weather, it's important you have a clear understanding about how you're covered in the event of a breakdown.

What's the difference between insurance and warranty?

Warranty is included as standard for the first year, and covers something going wrong with the product. Insurance is completely optional and similar to car insurance, provides cover for accidents, such as theft, user-caused damage, and the consequences of an accident such as injury.

What does this powerchair's warranty cover?

Free 1 Year parts & labour cover for mechanical or electrical faults.

What does the optional insurance cover?

The 'Standard' insurance option covers loss, damage, legal liability for injuring others, breakdown recovery, loss of keys, personal injury and loss of belongings, hire costs while waiting for repair, plus cover for mugging.

If you choose to opt-in when ordering, we can offer 1 month of plus insurance free of charge. Many customers choose this option as it gives peace of mind while you spend the first month getting used to your powerchair, in the knowledge there is no automatic renewal and therefore no unexpected direct debit when the month ends, instead the insurer, Mark Bates Ltd, will be in touch to check if you want to renew. You can view full details on the free insurance in the IPID here.

'Plus' insurance adds cover for punctures, legal cover if someone else hits you, automatic cover for any manual wheelchairs you own, pet and dental cover, and any driver using your powerchair being automatically covered. You can view the full breakdown of the things covered by insurance in the IPID here.

Can I extend the warranty?

Yes, up to a maximum of 5 years total, and you can also renew the warranty next year when the first year expires, in case you didn't want to add the extra cost up-front.

What happens if my powerchair develops a fault?

Send a message via our contact page here, quoting your order number and the fault in question. Our customer service agents will then contact you promptly to arrange a repair. After gathering enough information about the fault, at our discretion, we will then take action in one of the following ways:

  • If the fault is obvious and easy to repair We will make an appointment for an engineer to visit your home to replace the faulty parts free of charge.
  • If the fault is obvious but hard to repair, or the powerchair needs diagnostic work We will uplift the powerchair from your home to our workshop free of charge. Normally we have powerchairs repaired and on their way back with customers within 3 working days after they've been collected.
  • If the fault is not obvious and requires diagnostic work We will ask you to either deliver your powerchair into our workshop in Wiltshire in person or with your own courier, or utilise our collection courier service for a £70 deposit. This deposit is refunded if a genuine fault is found with the powerchair, with repairs then being made and the powerchair returned to you by our courier at our own cost.
  • If the fault is discovered to be caused by user error or accident We will contact you with a repair and return quote for approval before making repairs. Costs for user-damaged powerchair repairs will also include the collection and return delivery charges, unless the customer delivers and collects themselves. If you are concerned about this possibility, we recommend taking out insurance at the point of purchase which covers the cost of accidental factors such as user damage and theft.

Why might I need to pay £70 to have my powerchair collected for repair?

Mobility powerchairs are complex machines and on average cost us £150 under our warranty scheme for each repair when you combine our collection costs (around £70 per item), another £45 on delivery when we send it back to you repaired, and around 90 mins of labour costs.

Charging this deposit only when the fault isn't obvious ensures we at least cover the collection portion of our repair costs (less than half) when no genuine fault (user error) is found. We make no profit on this and the whole deposit pays our courier for the collection job. We still cover the labour time and return carriage costs ourselves (unless user damage is discovered).

Can I pay to have my powerchair serviced?

Yes, however for the same reason we describe in the repair collection deposit explanation above, the costs vary depending on whether you can bring the powerchair to our workshop, or need it collecting and dropping off again

  • If you bring the powerchair to our workshop: A service costs £110 (VAT exempt price), plus £45 delivery if you don't want to have to come back a following day to collect the powerchair when it's ready.
  • If you want the powerchair collecting and dropping off: A service costs £110 (vat exempt price), plus £70 collection and £45 redelivery for a total price of £225 with VAT relief.

The Folder is designed to provide the best value for money in the under £1000 sector with better looks, reliability, simplicity and comfort than the alternatives.

  • NEW: Height-adjustable footrest (3 height settings)
  • New contoured, ergonomic backrest for better comfort.
  • Special suspension tyres front and rear.
  • Smooth 250w brushed motors for good torque and power.
  • Airline-friendly battery gives 8 miles of range and has on and off-board charging.
  • Upgraded frame and castor design for better traction and turning ability.
  • Large under-seat storage sling.
  • Joystick and accessories can be attached to both left and right hand arm-rests.
  • Easily folds and unfolds in seconds with a large, easy locking clip on the rear of the chair.
  • Upgraded electronics and easy to use joystick with very smooth control.
  • Range of accessories including cup holder, phone holder, side bag, travel case, headrest, and arm widening kit.
  • Removable Lap belt and leg straps (for those with poor motor control),and toolkit all included.
  • Large anti-tip wheels for safety.
  • Freewheel function and flip-up arm rests.
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Omnidirectional wheel for seamless navigation on diverse surfaces

Glide smoothly over any surface with our advanced omnidirectional wheel, making movement feel natural and effortless in every direction.

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Hands-free automatic folding and unfolding

Simplify your life with the automatic hands-free folding and unfolding feature, eliminating the need for any manual effort.

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Advanced dual suspension system for a smoother ride

Enjoy a steady and smooth ride, even on rough surfaces, thanks to our innovative dual suspension system designed to absorb bumps for your ultimate comfort.

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250w Motors

We've upped the power from our motors to provide 500w of power combined. This is more than you typically see on economy folding powerchairs and gives the chair enough torque and 'grunt' to tackle slopes and other obstacles.

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Smooth out the bumps

Smooth out the ride with our special suspension wheels, giving you the comfort of pneumatics without the worry about punctures!

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Easy Joystick Controls

A new controller provides simple controls for all the chair's functions and display for speed and battery life, while providing a smoother driving experience.

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Under-Seat Storage

A large under-seat storage basket allows you to carry around 8 bottles of water as a reference. Some customers also use it to hold a spare set of batteries. There is also a large storage slip on the back of the seat that can hold large documents and other flatter items.

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Height-Adjustable Footrest

New for 2024, the folder now features a 3-point height-adjustable footrest to help you find your perfect position.

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Airline Friendly, Removable Battery

A reliable, high-quality lithium battery provides 10.4ah of capacity for up to 8 miles of driving range. The battery is also rated for airline travel, as it comes under the 300 watt hour limit for lithium batteries and can be charged through the joystick, or off-board directly into the battery.

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Accessories

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Cup Holder

Adjustable to fit various sizes. Cannot be used at the same time as the phone holder.

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Phone Holder

Fits all sizes. Cannot be used at the same time as the cup holder.

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Side Bag

Chunky bag for storing easily accessible essentials

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Travel Case

Protects the chair in transit, includes pockets for charger and accessories.

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Attendant Bracket

Allows the joystick to be mounted on the backrest for carer control.

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Headrest

Plush, multi-adjustable headrest. Mounts via a frame to the backrest.

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The Specs

99cm

Length

60cm

Width

79 x 60 x 37 cm

Folded

46cm

Seat Width

53cm

Seat Height

53cm

Backrest Height

8 Miles

Max Range

10.4ah Li

Battery

Air

Tyres (Rear Only)

21st

Max User Weight

12 Degrees

Max Incline

25.5kg

Heaviest Piece

2.1kg

Battery Weight

Compare The Range

The Comfy Carbon

Our Lightest

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The Folder

Our Best Value

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The Sturdy

Versatile & Comfy

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The Ultra Comfort

Ultimate Luxury

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The Comfy Carbon
 The Folder  The Sturdy
The Ultra Comfort
Weight without battery
19kg
25.5kg26kg29kg
Range
12.4 Miles
8 Miles16 Miles
16 Miles
SuspensionRear DampersRear ShocksRear ShocksRear Shocks
Rear Wheel
8 Inch Solid
12 Inch Pneumatic12 Inch Pneumatic12 Inch Pneumatic
Batteries12ah Li @ 1.7kg10.4ah li @ 2.1kg
2 x 9ah Li @ 1.3kg ea.
2 x 9ah Li @ 1.3kg ea.
Length105cm99cm99cm99cm
Width56cm60cm62cm62cm
Folded Size
85 x 56 x 30cm
79 x 60 x 37cm79 x 62 x 37cm79 x 62 x 37cm
Motors
2x180w Brushless2x250w Brushed
2x250w Brushless2x250w Brushless
Attentant Control
Not Available
OptionalOptionalOptional
Headrest
Not AvailableOptionalOptionalIncluded
Heated Seat
NoNoComing SoonComing Soon
Bluetooth RemoteNoNoNo
Included
Pull-Out Legrest
No
NoNoIncluded
Reclining Backrest
No
NoNoIncluded
Optional Accessories3
ManyManyMany

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