Nothing can be a greater torture than having to climb flights of stairs several times a day, especially if you’re mobility impaired. This is where stairlifts come in handy. Simply get in the seat, press a button and you are at the top of the stairs in no time at all. What could be easier?

Choosing a stairlift can be complicated, however, especially when you consider the safety factor. After all, the stairlift has to carry your entire body weight on its way up. Is it sturdy enough to do that properly? If not you might find the stairlift will get you up in ten seconds and down in less than one.

As the team at Mobility Compare are oft heard to say until we’re blue in the face, pay attention to this single factor before you purchase a stairlift. Preferably test it out before you sign on the dotted line (although we’re the first to admit this isn’t always possible).

Another significant concern is how comfortable the seating arrangement is. Make sure the seat supports your lower back, waist and hips properly and prevents slippage during the ride.

This is where the Companion stairlift we tested scored major brownie points. The seat is cushioned for extra comfort, and the non-slip upholstery & strong safety belt ensures a safe ride, every time. As an added bonus, the upholstery comes in various colours, to make sure it matches your décor perfectly.

A sturdy Companion stairlift

Many manufacturers have problems when installing stairlifts on curved stairs. This is another place where Companion proves itself a class apart. The service engineers from Companion can get a specially designed stairlift fitted with your existing spiral staircase in no time at all. And if your staircase is really narrow, even then they can get you a stairlift that can be removed and kept aside, only to be slid in when you need to climb the stairs. The design is pretty innovative, and saves space.

Our tests also revealed that Companion stairlifts are sturdier than many alternatives.

The home trial offer is certainly good for first time customers and the service warranty and access to a helpline throughout the day rounds out the package nicely. We would certainly recommend checking out the stairlifts from Companion, if you are looking to add a stairlift to your home anytime soon.

The value for money and extended list of features are more than enough to justify the recommendation.