Electric mobility scooters come in many brands and models and when researching and reading reviews of what is available it can be rather confusing. A mobility scooter can offer you the freedoms you need without having to depend on family. Mobility scooters come in many makes models and brands such as 4 wheel or 3 wheel. Do your reviews and check out your options before you buy.

Most lightweight mobility scooters have a maximum weight of 250lbs. A few lightweight models can be disassembled or folded for easy transport in a vehicle. Most of your high capacity scooters may require a lift. In most cases it may be by insurance but the lift may not. It is best to check with your insurance when deciding on a purchase.

Most lightweight scooters three wheel design. These electric mobility scooters can get around in the house a little better including tight areas. Four wheel models can consist of more rugged designs and usually have a higher load capacity and are more stable. They are more likely to have a greater range due to design for outdoor use, but range can depend on many factors. Some factors to consider when your buy a mobility scooter is capacity, range and battery charging times.

Also consider range and charging if you have a short range you will be spending more time charging. At some point you may need to replace batteries. Over time a rechargeable battery will lose its ability to take a full charge and your range could decrease.

Expect a range on 3 wheel lightweight capacity models of around ten miles. With four wheel models the range can sometimes exceed 25 miles. It depends on the electric mobility scooter you purchase.

When purchasing a mobility scooter you have to ask yourself what you will be using it for. Is it for indoor or outdoor use. Will you be using it primarily indoors, to get around the golf course or make trips down to the local grocery store to pick up groceries. If you are picking up several bags of groceries you may need one with further range and capacity and this would apply to golf and because of the weight of the bag and clubs. Depending on your lifestyle you may require more than one mobility scooter.

Tires are another factor to consider because air filled tires may be prone to flats but give a better ride that solid core tires. Solid core tires will last longer and flats will not be an issue. Pneumatic tires will need to be checked often for optimal wear and performance. What tires you choose will depend on model or use such as indoors or out.

When considering scooters for mobility look at all your options. Check with Medicare or your medical insurance to find out if your covered before you buy. When you have reviewed all you options and done all your research you will find that shopping for a new or used mobility scooter is easy.