WHILL Model F Power Chair - Convenience and Performance - with Foldable Design, Smart Technology, and Remote Control via App - A Perfect Mobility Solution for Adults and Elderly. - Green (One Size)

EDIT BELOW- We have been on the fence on purchasing a Whill product since the day we found out about this company and its products. The main roadblock, like for most who are interested in Whill, is the price and no insurance assistance. We pulled the trigger and purchased this as a tester. Being that it was cheaper than the preferred Ci2 and more portable for quick trips around town. But the one thing we were worried about was that it didn't look like the user could transfer from the device to a separate chair or toilet without assistance. So without a test drive available in our area, we purchased and crossed our fingers. Hoping we would be able to find a way to use the device. Unfortunately, that was not the case. My wife is unable to transfer properly without assistance. Which takes away from her independence. Unlike the Ci2, the arms on the device do not move up and out of the way for transferring purposes. Even on a manual wheelchair, the arms come off for such purposes. Today is our second night with the device and we will test it out a bit more. But so far, her only complaint is not being able to transfer. Which bums her out because she says it feels so much better than her Pride Go-Chair. Better, both in sitting and emotional feel. She really likes it. I do hope that Whill can consider this in their next Fi model. It's not like it's impossible. Just make the part where the arms go into the sides, lower and closer to the seat so the user can get over the side. And make the remote easy to move out of the way. The non-remote side comes close to being able to do this. But if you have to transfer on the remote side, there is no way to do this. At least not that we can see so far. More testing to come. If tonight's testing doesn't go well, then we will be returning this and looking at options to get the Ci2. If it does, then I should be updating this review to 5 stars (pending). It was easy to assemble and takes up less space in our house than the Pride. it feels sturdy enough. We both would love to take this on plane trips as the folding / disassembly is less frustrating than a 3-piece device. Especially since loading into the back of the car has proven to be less of a pain. If we can just figure out the transferring from and to the device without assistance then we'd make this a keeper and be so happy. EDIT: So we have had this product for about a week now. We have taken it out on multiple outings. And we have decided to keep it. I am not changing the review from 4 stars, being that in order to use the restroom to transfer to a toilet while out and about is not the most ideal and needs to be fixed. But beyond that, my wife loves this device. A lot of pluses beyond her Pride Go-Chair. The charging lasts longer, placing it in the back of a vehicle is much quicker as well as lighter, the ride is smoother, the style is more appealing, the support on her legs is much better (not longer has to worry about her legs being spread apart), the seat is more comfortable. The only bad part is the arms not moving out of the way for easy transfer. I want to give this device 5 stars so bad. But this really needs to be fixed and I would like Whill to know that this is the only issue we have with their wonderful device.

It is far too heavy for a helper to pick it up

I purchased the C2 WHILL with excitement that it would come apart into pieces to fit into the SUV! I loved it! But two months later, WHILL released the Model F that folds up and I wanted to try it since my mom and daughter would be able to load the 50 pound chair into the SUV easily. I ended up keeping both models since my father needed a chair too. BOTH WHILL chairs fit together into the Buick Enclave! My ONLY complaint is that the foot platform on Model F has a "V-shaped frame" underneath or support. It is VERY dangerous as it sticks out too far and is a dangerous tripping spot. I really think this could be remedied by the developers, even retroactively. The Model C2 has a support frame too but since it is a rectangular shape, it is safe and does not point out in front of the chair dangerously. I have tripped and injured myself with the Model F design. Otherwise, I recommend either model. Just be really careful as Model F is hard to get in and out of without tripping!!!!

I am a mom, and I needed something easy for my family to put in the car for outings. I've already gotten so many compliments on how stylish it is! It's easy to fold up and lightweight. I really like the tight turn radius and easy joystick too.