Drive Medical 10257RD-1 4 Wheel Rollator Walker With Seat, Steel Rolling Walker, Height Adjustable, 7.5" Wheels, Removable Back Support, 300 Pound Weight Capacity, Red

I have had several different types of Drive walkers. They are the best walkers you can buy and they have a very high quality and their customer service is excellent. I had a problem with one of my previous walkers and I emailed their customer service with pictures and they sent me a brand new one. I started out with the heavier Drive walker that converts to a wheelchair. It is wonderful because my boyfriend can push me in it when my leg gives out. It is very important to know that with that type of walker that you have to be pushed backwards over bumps. However, that one is quite heavy and difficult for me to lift in and out of the car when I am alone. It actually hurts my shoulders now if I have to do it. I needed a lightweight walker like this one when I am out and about alone. I did a lot of research and this is the lightest weight walker I could find. It is stable and perfect for me. The pouch underneath the seat is large enough to hide my purse and no one can tell it is even in there. It is very easy to lift, fold and put in and take out of the car. I read a few negative reviews and I was shocked. First of all, if I weighed over 250 pounds then I would not purchase ANY lightweight walker. That is just common sense that these are not going to be stable enough for you and that it will eventually break. When you take this walker out of the car, sometimes it starts to open a little, but it is so lightweight that this is NOT a problem at all. Actually this just makes it easier when taking it out if the car, because there are no buttons or levers you have to manipulate to try to open it. In cases like those type of walkers, you end up trying to balance and stabilize the walker on the ground in an upright position while trying to open it up before it falls over. So actually this makes this one so much easier for me, because many times it starts opening before you get it to the ground unless you hold it a certain way. It is really NOT a problem at all. I think people who make any negative comments about this walker have not ever used other brands, which are made of poor quality. This walker can be $150.00 at a DME store, but to be able to purchase this one on Amazon for such a reasonable price with free shipping makes this an awesome purchase. It is very important to know that this is not a walker that you can be pushed in, but when you are sitting down it is very easy to move around some when you use your foot to move yourself a short distance. This walker is so easy to put together and pretty much comes assembled, except for putting in the handles. I have put other walkers together that came in small boxes from the pharmacy and it is a struggle. You even have to put in the wheels on those, unlike this one. The price is outstanding, considering purchasing a low quality one at a local store of a different brand is double the price. I highly recommend this as long as you do not weigh over 250 pounds. If that is the case, then you should purchase one that is not designated as lightweight. I highly recommend this walker. I love it and it has made my life so much easier. Thank-you Drive for creating such an awesome reliable product.

Bastante bueno y funcional

I received the Rollator walker two days back( earlier than the expected date).The Rollator is exactly what I expected. I had some walking difficulty and I wanted to walk. The Drive rollator made it possible for me to take up a long walk. There were some concerns shown about its stability. After receiving the walker they too have disappeared. I have started using it and I am very happy.

Muy mala calidad, nada que ver con las imágenes mostradas.

Granted, my expectations were on the lower end. This model is one of the least expensive out there. Back story: I broke my fibula a week ago and using crutches has been an agony. I’ve fallen over a few times already, that a friend suggested I buy a scooter or rolling walker. Since I did not require surgery and would heal somewhat quickly, I felt that a walker would serve my purposes better for the long term. Having a seat is so critical because of how tiring it is going from point A to B. You don’t think about it when you’re healthy, but when you get to point B you often need to sit and rest. It’s also a useful surface to transport things on, like a plate of food. Btw, I am a 55-yr old 5’2” 130lb. female. Immediate reaction: It comes out of the box 90% pre-assembled, except for the handles. Pliers help hold the screw as you tighten the plastic knob. It felt well-made and looks high end. The seat flips up to reveal the storage pouch. The brakes work well and it maneuvers seamlessly. The folding mechanism will need assistance, is a bit tight, but could loosen over time. After 3 days use: I realize that I wasn’t quite well enough for a product of this nature. I’ve been using the seat to prop my knee (like with those scooters), and while it’s perfectly doable, I’m placing much undo pressure on the palms of my hands, as you would with crutches. I can see why some walkers are designed with handles to support the forearms. It’s maneuvering and braking well, and the width of it is slim enough to easily pass through standard doors with a little thought. It’s been a lifesaver to use in the middle of the night when your balance may be off. Transporting food and drinks on the seat is so useful! Recommendations to manufacturer: the wing at the side of the handle grip (thumb-side) is helpful, as it distributes the weight of pressure on the hands. For my height I would increase its width and lift the angle slightly. The handle poles have loosened ever so slightly in its fitting (this could be due to my husband’s fear of over-tightening), so I am not sure if this is or isn’t an issue. But maybe a click/spring loaded mechanism, rather than a tightening screw, isn’t more fool-proof. The padded bar that goes across the seat (when brought forward) I have been using as a kind of handle bar to maneuver when I want to give my hands a rest. I am sure this is not its purpose, but it could be if small design changes were implemented. All this would add to cost, so maybe it’s not worth it, as the number one draw to this product is, to be honest, it’s price. Last words: if you are ambulatory, but needing a device to help with stability in the short term, buy this product! The medical stores (DME) are rip-offs! No need to pay $150+. However, do not use this in place of crutches, because you are certainly better served with a kneeling-type scooter. This is an excellent product for the price. My thoughts two weeks later: would prefer the handle grips and seat have more cushion. I use this only indoors and it’s working fine.