
Compare Stairlifts
Savaria has a great range of stairlifts to fit both straight and curved staircases.
Compare the straight models, and curved models below.
Straight Stairlift Comparison Chart
| K2 | K2+ | 1000 | 1100 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Standard capacity | 300 lb | 400 lb | 350 lb | 310 lb |
| Optional capacity | 350 lb | - | 440 lb | - |
| Folded depth | 10 ¾" | 13 ½" | 15 ⅛" | 12 ¾" |
| Power options | - | - | Seat swivel, folding footrest | Seat swivel, folding footrest |
| Outdoor package? | Mild only | - | Yes | - |
| Drive | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion | Friction/4-motor |
| Seat choices | L or V | L or Plus | Smart, Perch | - |
| Commercial option? | No | Y, 350 lb | USA only | USA only |
| Hinged rail option? | Manual | Manual | Manual and powered | Gas strut manual |
| Extra options | - | - | - | Slide track |
| Special notes | Compact, best for narrow staircases | Robust for heavier users | Many options, narrow staircases, no gear rack | Best for outdoors, heavier users, hidden gear rack (appearance) |
Curved Stairlift Comparison Chart
| Stairfriend 23 | Handicare 4000 | Handicare Freecurve | |
|---|---|---|---|
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| Rail style | Double | Double | Single |
| Standard capacity | 300 lb | 300 lb | 275 lb |
| Optional capacity | 350 lb | 350 lb | - |
| Power features? | - | Seat swivel, folding footrest | Seat swivel, folding footrest |
| Outdoor package? | - | Yes | - |
| Drive | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion |
| Seat choices | 2 choices | 5 choices | 3 choices |
| Commercial option? | Yes | USA | - |
| Hinged rail option? | - | Powered | Powered |
| Extra options | - | Perch seat option | Active seat, two-way auto swivel |
| Special notes | Tight turns possible | Tight turns possible, power options | - |







