# AccessibilityTested

> Accessibility guides: wheelchairs, rollators, scooters and lift chairs, ramps, grab bars and stair lifts, bathroom safety, daily living aids, hearing and vision tech, adaptive clothing and vehicles.

AccessibilityTested publishes accessibility and adaptive equipment reviews, buying guides and reader discount codes. Every review states who the product suits, the current price from the brand's own store, and any active reader code.

## Key pages
- [Reviews](https://accessibilitytested.com/reviews): every product we recommend
- [Buying guides](https://accessibilitytested.com/guides): how to choose
- [Glossary](https://accessibilitytested.com/glossary): accessibility and adaptive equipment terms defined
- [How we test](https://accessibilitytested.com/testing-methodology)

## Topics
- [Mobility aids](https://accessibilitytested.com/category/mobility): Manual and power wheelchairs, transport chairs, rollators and walkers, canes, mobility scooters and accessories.
- [Home accessibility](https://accessibilitytested.com/category/home-access): Portable and modular ramps, threshold ramps, stair lifts, vertical platform lifts, door openers and widening doorways.
- [Bathroom safety](https://accessibilitytested.com/category/bathroom-safety): Grab bars, shower chairs and transfer benches, raised toilet seats, toilet frames, handheld showers and walk-in tubs.
- [Daily living aids](https://accessibilitytested.com/category/daily-living): Reachers, adaptive utensils and kitchen tools, dressing aids, medication organizers and lift chairs.
- [Hearing](https://accessibilitytested.com/category/hearing): Over-the-counter and prescription hearing aids, amplified and captioned phones, TV listeners and visual alerting devices.
- [Vision](https://accessibilitytested.com/category/vision): Handheld and video magnifiers, screen readers and magnification software, braille displays, talking devices and lighting.
- [Tech & communication](https://accessibilitytested.com/category/tech-communication): Adaptive keyboards and mice, switch access, AAC devices and apps, voice assistants and smart-home control for independence.
- [Vehicles & travel](https://accessibilitytested.com/category/vehicles-travel): Wheelchair-accessible vans, hand controls, swivel seats, vehicle lifts and carriers, and accessible travel.
- [Adaptive recreation & kids](https://accessibilitytested.com/category/recreation-kids): Sports wheelchairs, adaptive bikes and fitness, adaptive toys and sensory products, and equipment for children.
- [Funding & caregiving](https://accessibilitytested.com/category/funding-caregiving): How Medicare, Medicaid, insurance and grants cover equipment, renting versus buying, and caregiver lifts and transfer aids.

## Buying guides
- [Wheelchair Ramp Slope and Length: The 1:12 Rule Explained](https://accessibilitytested.com/guides/ada-ramp-slope-and-length): The 2010 ADA Standards set a maximum ramp slope of 1:12, meaning 1 inch of rise needs 12 inches of ramp. A 24-inch rise therefore needs a 24-foot ramp. Each run may rise no more than 30 inches before a level landing at least 60 inches long, the clear width must be at least 36 inches, and ramps rising more than 6 inches need handrails on both sides. Homes are not required to follow ADA rules, but they are a good guide for independent use.
- [Cane and Crutch Sizing: Fit, Handles and Tips](https://accessibilitytested.com/guides/cane-and-crutch-sizing): A cane or crutch must match the person's height, hand grip, footwear and intended support. Compare straight, offset and quad cane bases with underarm, forearm and platform crutch styles, then confirm adjustment range, handle comfort, tip condition and safe use with a clinician or mobility specialist. The height printed on a package is only a sizing range, not a substitute for fitting the actual user.
- [Grab Bar Placement and Mounting: Heights, Sizes and Studs](https://accessibilitytested.com/guides/grab-bar-placement-and-mounting): The 2010 ADA Standards place horizontal grab bars 33 to 36 inches above the floor, measured to the top of the gripping surface, with a diameter of 1.25 to 2 inches and 1.5 inches of space from the wall. Bars must support 250 pounds of force, so they need to be anchored into studs, wood blocking or with anchors rated for the load. Suction-cup bars are for balance only and should never be relied on to hold body weight.
- [How to Measure for a Wheelchair: Seat Width, Depth and Height](https://accessibilitytested.com/guides/how-to-measure-for-a-wheelchair): Measure the widest part of the hips while seated and add about 1 to 2 inches for seat width. For seat depth, measure from the back of the hips to the back of the knee and subtract about 2 to 3 inches. Seat height should let feet rest on the footrests with thighs level, or reach the floor for foot-propelling. Common adult seat widths are 16, 18 and 20 inches. For daily or long-term use, a seating assessment by an occupational or physical therapist is worth it.
- [Does Medicare Cover Wheelchairs, Walkers and Home Equipment?](https://accessibilitytested.com/guides/medicare-coverage-for-mobility-equipment): Medicare Part B covers durable medical equipment (DME) such as walkers, wheelchairs, scooters, hospital beds and commode chairs when a doctor or treating provider prescribes it for use in the home. After the Part B deductible you usually pay 20 percent of the Medicare-approved amount, and you should use a supplier enrolled in Medicare. Items Medicare treats as convenience or home modifications, such as stair lifts, ramps and grab bars, are generally not covered.
- [Mobility Scooter Batteries: Sealed Lead-Acid vs Lithium](https://accessibilitytested.com/guides/mobility-scooter-batteries-sealed-lead-acid-vs-lithium): For Pride's Go Go Folding Scooter 4-Wheel, model S19, the maker lists 71 pounds with sealed lead-acid batteries and 56 pounds with lithium, with maximum range figures of 9.3 and 13 miles respectively. Those are model-specific maxima; actual range varies with user weight, terrain, charge, battery condition and tire pressure.
- [Mobility Scooter Lifts: Hitch vs Interior Hoist](https://accessibilitytested.com/guides/mobility-scooter-lifts-hitch-vs-interior-hoist): Harmar lists its outside AL100 hitch lift at 83 pounds installed with a 350-pound capacity, and its inside AL055 hoist at 40 pounds installed with a 200-pound capacity. These models serve different device and vehicle setups; check the exact scooter, adapters, hitch or cargo area and vehicle ratings before choosing.
- [Mobility Scooter Tires: Solid vs Pneumatic](https://accessibilitytested.com/guides/mobility-scooter-tires-solid-vs-pneumatic): Pride lists solid 1.5-inch front tires and 2-by-8-inch solid rear tires on its Go Go Folding Scooter 4-Wheel, model S19. Pneumatic tires need model-specific pressure checks; solid tires still need inspection for wear, cuts and storage flat spots. Check the exact manual before replacing a tire or wheel assembly.
- [OTC Hearing Aids Explained: Who They Are For and What to Check](https://accessibilitytested.com/guides/otc-hearing-aids-explained): Since October 2022, the FDA has allowed over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids for adults 18 and older with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss, sold without an exam, prescription or fitting. They are self-fitted through an app or built-in settings. Children, people with severe hearing loss, sudden hearing loss, ear pain or drainage, or loss in one ear only should see a doctor or audiologist. Compare fit, controls, rechargeable batteries, phone connectivity and the return period.
- [Power Wheelchair Drive Types: Front, Mid and Rear Wheel](https://accessibilitytested.com/guides/power-wheelchair-drive-types): Front-, mid- and rear-wheel drive place the powered wheels in different positions, which changes steering feel and the space a chair needs to turn. Mid-wheel designs can suit compact indoor routes, while front- and rear-wheel models may feel more predictable to some users over particular thresholds or outdoor surfaces; performance is model specific. Compare the turning envelope, seat and control fit, transport weight, battery range and route before choosing.
- [Straight vs Curved Stair Lifts: Which Rail Fits?](https://accessibilitytested.com/guides/stair-lifts-straight-vs-curved): Stannah's current guide gives typical stair widths of about 27 inches for a straight lift and around 30 inches for a curved model, but stair layout and lift choice change the fit. Turns and landings may require a custom curved rail; survey clearances, transfers, parking and power before ordering.
- [Threshold Ramps and Door Clearances: Measure the Route](https://accessibilitytested.com/guides/threshold-ramps-and-door-clearances): For covered routes, the 2010 ADA Standards call for at least 32 inches of clear doorway width and generally limit threshold height to 1/2 inch, with a beveled exception for some existing or altered thresholds up to 3/4 inch. Check doorway, ramp fit and local rules together; the ADA is not a universal residential code.
- [Travel vs Full-Size Mobility Scooters: How to Choose](https://accessibilitytested.com/guides/travel-vs-full-size-mobility-scooters): Travel scooters prioritize transport and storage, often breaking into removable sections or folding for a vehicle. Full-size scooters prioritize a larger seat, longer journeys and more demanding outdoor routes, with greater space and vehicle-lift needs. Compare the assembled and heaviest-piece weight, turning space, ground clearance, battery range and user capacity against the actual route and vehicle.
- [Video Magnifier vs Handheld Magnifier for Low Vision](https://accessibilitytested.com/guides/video-magnifier-vs-handheld-magnifier): Optical handheld and stand magnifiers are inexpensive and simple, but the higher the magnification, the smaller the lens and field of view. Portable electronic magnifiers use a camera and screen to magnify and add high-contrast color modes. Desktop video magnifiers, often called CCTVs, have large screens for long reading and writing sessions. Phones and tablets include free magnifier and zoom tools that many people try first. A low-vision specialist can recommend the right magnification.
- [Walker vs Rollator: Which Mobility Aid Fits Your Needs](https://accessibilitytested.com/guides/walker-vs-rollator): A standard walker without wheels gives the most stability and can take more of your weight, but you lift it with each step. A two-wheel walker glides forward while staying stable. A rollator has three or four wheels, hand brakes and usually a seat, which suits people with better balance who tire on longer walks; it should not be used to bear heavy weight. Set handles at the crease of the wrist with arms relaxed.
- [Wheelchair Cushions: Foam, Air and Fluid Designs](https://accessibilitytested.com/guides/wheelchair-cushions-foam-air-fluid): WHO's procurement specification lists seat-width increments of 1 to 1.5 inches (25 to 40 mm) for some cushion designs; each cushion still has to match the wheelchair seat. Compare contour, foam or air/fluid construction, cover care, stability and professional fit rather than choosing by material alone.

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