A stairlift is a motorized lifting device that transports you between floors while you sit on the seat. Unlike home lifts or stair climbing aids, with a stairlift you are transported along the stairs on rails attached to the steps.Stairlifts are usually divided into two categories: straight stairlifts and stairlifts for curved stairs, with the
latter usually needing to be specially adapted to your staircase (and therefore more expensive).
Stair lifts move at a speed of about 0.15 meters per second between the floors, which can mean that the ride between the floors can take several minutes.
The video demonstrates the speed of a stair lift.
As with most products that need to be customised to the environment, the price depends on the conditions on site.
Curved stairlifts are also often between 100 – 200% more expensive than straight stairlifts, as they usually have to be custom-built for your staircase. (Average comparative prices, public information for the German market 2024)
The typical price range for a curved stairlift is between 7,500 – 14,000 euros, including the statutory warranty period of 2 years. (Average comparative prices, public information for the German market 2024)
Please note that these prices do not include the costs that may arise after purchase. These can be considerable, as it is recommended to service a stairlift approximately every 12 months. As the typical warranty period is very short, you should allow a higher budget than stated above for any repair and service costs incurred after purchase.
Stairlifts often have a warranty period of 2 years. (public information for the German market 2024) Please note that some stairlift dealers and manufacturers may deliberately include very short warranty periods as standard, as they know that your stairlift is likely to require frequent maintenance.
According to the consumer advice centre, annual maintenance and service costs are between 200-300 euros. (Average comparative prices, public information for the German market 2024) In many cases, the actual cost of owning a stairlift therefore starts after the installation has been completed.
Before deciding to purchase a particular stairlift, you should therefore ask about the price of the required maintenance after the short warranty period has expired and always obtain several quotes, as there are large price differences due to different technical solutions. However, the price of one and the same model can also vary considerably.
Studies show that about half of all stairlift customers experience pressure sales techniques from the sales representative.
Typical pressure sales techniques include:
In fact, some stairlift manufacturers are known to store your contact information and regularly contact you for several years after receiving your contact information.
The number 1 alternative to stair lifts is the TOPRO Step stair climbing aid. Unlike straight and curved stair lifts, the user remains active with the TOPRO Step and receives the necessary support.
The TOPRO Step is also a cheaper and more space-saving solution compared to stair lifts, as it is installed like a normal handrail and only protrudes about 10 cm from the wall.
To carry out an on-site inspection and receive a quote, make an appointment with us. Once you have accepted the quote, we will carry out the installation, which usually only takes a few hours.
TOPRO Step is TĂśV-tested and certified and meets all functional and safety requirements.
TOPRO Step is designed so that it can be easily adapted to your staircase. It can be installed on straight stairs, curved stairs and stairs with a landing.
Ask your health insurance company about the possibility of cost coverage or possible subsidies. Please note that these options are country-specific and individual.
TOPRO Step means TOPRO quality. When you buy a TOPRO Step, you receive a guarantee of up to 5 years.
We measure success by satisfied customers, which is our top priority. We already have over 4,000 satisfied users throughout Europe.
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