Buying guides
Buying guides
Plain-English buying guides written by Christian N. — what to look for, how to measure, what I'd actually buy, and when the cheaper option is all you need. Written to help you decide, not as clinical advice.
Written by Christian N., B. Medical Science · Director, Ability Warehouse
Mobility 5 guides
Walking sticks, frames, rollators and manual wheelchairs — choosing the type, getting the fit right and using it outdoors.
“Mum keeps getting tired at the shops — what do I get her?”
How to choose a rollator or seat walker
Read guide Buying guide“Dad's a bit wobbly — does he need a stick, a frame or one of those wheely things?”
Walking frame vs rollator vs walking stick: which mobility aid do you need?
Read guide Buying guide“We just need a wheelchair for outings — which one?”
How to choose a manual wheelchair: self-propelled vs transit
Read guide Buying guide“The walker we bought hurts Mum's wrists — what did we do wrong?”
Getting the right handle height on a walker or frame
Read guide Buying guide“The little wheels keep catching on the footpath — what should we get?”
Best mobility aids for outdoor use and uneven ground
Read guideBathroom
Shower chairs, toilet aids and grab rails — how to measure the space and pick what suits.
Beds & Pressure Care
Home care beds, rails and pressure-care basics, including when an OT should assess first.
Daily Living
Kitchen, dressing and reaching aids that make everyday jobs easier.
