Why Choose a Four-Wheel Mobility Scooter?

Posted on Jan 10 2018 - 8:48pm by Johnny B

There are plenty of features, specs, and options to consider when you’re thinking of investing in a mobility scooter, but undoubtedly one of the most important decisions is whether to choose a three-wheel or a four-wheel. Some people are attracted to the lower price and added portability offered by a three-wheel scooter, but four-wheel models come with some compelling benefits of their own.

Here are just a few reasons why you’ll enjoy using a four-wheel mobility scooter more than a three-wheel.

Enjoy Superior Stability

If there’s one major benefit that four-wheel mobility scooters hold over three-wheel mobility scooters, it’s their superior stability. With two wheels up front and two wheels at the rear, weight is perfectly balanced. Whether you’re crossing uneven terrain, such as cobblestones, gravel, or grass, or going up slopes, there’s very little chance a four-wheel mobility scooter is going to tip and fall. This is an important consideration for any user, but it’s a particularly vital concern for those who may suffer from bouts of poor balance.

Better Cargo Carrying 

With four wheels planting your mobility scooter more firmly and reliably, a four-wheel setup offers far better cargo carrying than a three-wheel. That’s partly because a four-wheel is less likely to overbalance when you pile in all your shopping, but it’s also down to the fact that added contact points distribute weight more effectively. As such, a four-wheel mobility scooter will almost always offer a higher maximum weight capacity than a three-wheel mobility scooter.

Cover Longer Distances

Four-wheel mobility scooters are preferred by people who like to travel longer distances, which is why they generally offer longer driving ranges and faster speeds. Of course, this isn’t a hard and fast rule – it’s perfectly possible to find a three-wheel mobility scooter that can go fast and go far. However, you should find it easier to find a four-wheel mobility scooter built around such requirements.