Zoomer Chair Review

Most wheelchairs address cardiovascular concerns, mobility issues, and walking limitations but are not always comfortable or even easy to use.

The Zoomer is a quality mobility chair with a one-handed control that provides more than just the basics.

The portable power chair decreases the odds of posture-related pain, supports your upper limbs, and reduces fatigue.

Zoomer Chair Key Features

A Zoomer chair is more than a joystick.

1. It is a one-handed joystick control personal electric vehicle that will let you adventure easily indoors and outdoors with complete 360° control.

2. You don't have to bail early at an event. a Zoomer chair comes with a long-lasting battery that lasts up to 8 hours.

3. The 33.4" turning radius means you can shop until you drop without worrying about if you have enough indoor space.

4. Grass, dirt, and small gravel are no problem.

5. The Zoomer chair easily fits comfortably under most tables and desks.

6. You've got five-speed options so you can zoom around at your speed - 0 to 3.7.

ADA friendly

• The Zoomer portable power chair fits through all standard ADA-compliant door frames that are 24 in. wide. Approved doorways are 32in.

• You get full mobility even on ramps. It will go up all ADA-approved ramps of 5° up to 10°.

Benefits and Drawbacks of a Zoomer

Zoomer personal electric vehicles aren't for everyone, and you should consider a few things before investing in one.

Benefits

• A Zoomer chair isn't a hassle to transport because it folds to 12", so it will fit in most car backseats and trunks.

• It's lightweight and easy to handle - chair weight -45.8 lb, battery weight - 4 lb.

• Zoomer chairs come fully assembled and makes it an easy setup.

• It's incredibly straightforward to operate, and it should take you no time to perfect the use of the joystick.

• You can mount the joystick on either armrest.

Drawbacks

• A Zoomer folding power wheelchair isn't covered by Medicare as a medical device.

• Remove the battery or chain the wheelchair to a tree or bike rack when securing a Zoomer chair.

• Some find that there's not quite enough padding on the seat cushion, backrest, and back seat. But you have the freedom to add as much as you need.

Zoomer Specs at a Glance

• Cost - $2,699.00, according to Zoomer chair reviews

• Folding size - height: 12in., length: 25in., width x 42in.

• The overall weight of the chair is 49.8 lbs, including the battery.

• Seat bottom - 20.5in. from the floor

• Colors - black and blue

• Total weight capacity - 275 lb max capacity

• Front wheels - 8in. solid 

• Rear wheels - 10in. solid 

• Anti-tip wheels: 2in. solid 

• Warranty - 30-day risk-free trial with a one-year limited warranty offered by Zinger

• Battery life - It depends on usage and the condition, but the quality battery can last up to 3 years.

• Steering and braking system- You control it with a joystick and control panel.

• Charging time - The Zoomer takes 4.5 hours or less to charge fully.

• Speed - The light wheelchair can go from 0 to 3.7 mph.

Zoomer & travel

• You don't have to limit your fun to land. The FAA-approved folded chair gives you the freedom of easy air travel. All you have to do is drive your personal electric vehicle straight to the gate, grab the battery, and take it on the plane with you. The airline folds the chair and stows it below safely.

• You can take a Zoomer chair on even cruises. Doorways, doors indoors, outdoors, etc, are ADA approved for a power wheelchair.

• Your friends and family will be trying to keep up with you. A Zoomer folding power chair can travel up to 3.7 miles per hour.

• Notify the airline if you are bringing a lithium-ion battery onboard. For instance, if you've upgraded from the originally supplied battery to the Lone Ranger, the airline will not allow you to bring it on the plane.

• Sweating and overheating aren't an issue when having fun due to Zoomer's breathable and honeycomb mesh fabric seat.

Zoomer Lite Chair Review

The Zoomer Lite comes with all of the features and benefits of a Zoomer folding power chair, with a bit of a bonus.

Zoomer Lite's Unique Features

• The Zoomer lite mobility chair makes vacations even more effortless. It breaks down into two lightweight parts without damaging electrical components. The heaviest is 22lbs, which is still far less than a traditional scooter or power chair.

• The folds size for the Zoomer Lite is different - height: 12.5in., length: 44in, width: 24.5 inches. So it will fit easily in the back seat.

• The Zoomer lite chair weighs 47 lbs, and the battery weighs an additional 4 pounds.

• The maximum weight capacity of the Lite is 253 pounds.

Zoomer Lite & Safety

Zoomer chairs have a low center of gravity, making it nearly impossible to tip over. And back wheels are anti-tip, which adds to its safety.

You have a 33.4" turning radius that allows you to shop and maneuver in tight spaces.

The moment you let go of the joystick, the electromagnetic brake system kicks in and automatically stops the chair pulling a release cable.

Who makes the Zoomer chair?

The Zoomer

The company Journey Health & Lifestyle manufactures the Zoomer one-handed joystick control personal electric vehicle, as well as the Zinger models.

You'll find that both the Zoomer and the Zinger top most reviews and are ADA and FAA-approved power chairs.

If you're looking for a lightweight folding power wheelchair with a joystick, you can find a Zoomer chair for sale here.

Journey Health and Lifestyle - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the weight limit for a Zoomer chair?

The Zoomer is only available in one size and weight limit. The maximum weight limit for the Zoomer chair is 275 pounds.

What's the difference between a Zoomer and a zinger chair?

The main difference it that the Zoomer chair is joystick controlled with one hand. While, the zinger chair is controlled with two hands via stick shifts. Click here for a full comparison of the Zoomer Chair and the Zinger Chair.

How fast is a Zoomer chair?

Top Speed: 3.7 miles per hour.