A Buyer’s Guide to Our Wheelchair and Platform Lifts
September 24, 2026
Technology
Choosing the right wheelchair or platform lift depends heavily on your unique environment, including your building structure, required vertical rise, available space, indoor or outdoor application, specific user mobility needs, and applicable accessibility requirements.
To help you navigate your options and make an informed decision, the experts at Next Day Access have created a buyer’s guide that provides detailed background on lifts, product comparisons, and more.
What Is a Wheelchair Lift?
A wheelchair lift, also known as a Vertical Platform Lift (VPL), is a motorized platform that moves vertically to safely transport individuals between elevations. Functioning like a compact elevator, it bypasses steps and vertical barriers without requiring the large footprint of an access ramp. VPLs are commonly installed on porch decks, in garages, and at commercial or residential entryways where space is limited.
While essential for wheelchair and power scooter users, platform lifts also benefit anyone with limited mobility, including individuals using walkers, rollators, or canes, as well as those recovering from temporary injuries. Additionally, they reduce physical strain on caregivers and offer a convenient way to move heavy items like groceries between levels.
Residential Wheelchair and Platform Lift Comparison
Finding the right residential model starts with knowing what to consider when choosing a wheelchair lift or platform lift, such as lifting height, platform size, weight capacity, and overall footprint. To help you evaluate your options side by side, Next Day Access created the following comparison table that breaks down our top residential wheelchair and platform lifts.
| Bruno Residential Vertical Platform Lift | |
| Specification | Details |
| Application | Residential |
| Indoor/Outdoor |
Indoor and Outdoor
|
| Size (including Vertical Travel) |
– 36″x48″ standard (36″x54″, 36″x60″, 42″x60″ optional)
– Max Lift: 53″ – 75″ – 123″ |
| Key Features |
Made in America – Veteran founded
|
| Warranty Details |
Gold Warranty – 2-year major components, 1-year parts
|
| Serenity Standard VPL | |
| Specification | Details |
| Application | Residential |
| Indoor/Outdoor |
Indoor and Outdoor
|
| Size (including Vertical Travel) |
– 34″x48″
– Max Lift: 28″ – 52″ – 72″ |
| Key Features |
Stainless steel components reduce rusting, solar charge option
|
| Warranty Details |
Three-year warranty
|
| Serenity Premium VPL | |
| Specification | Details |
| Application |
Residential
|
| Indoor/Outdoor |
Indoor and Outdoor
|
| Size (including Vertical Travel) |
– 34″x48″, 36″x54″
– Max Lift: 28″ – 52″ – 2″ – 105″ (105″ available in DC only) |
| Key Features |
Stainless steel components reduce rusting, solar charge option
|
| Warranty Details |
Three-year warranty
|
| Staying Home Vertical Platform Lift | |
| Specification | Details |
| Application |
Residential or Commercial
|
| Indoor/Outdoor |
Indoor and Outdoor
|
| Size (including Vertical Travel) |
– 36″x48″ standard (36″x54″, 36″x60″, 42″x60″ optional); 34″x54″
– Max Lift: up to 14 feet; 30″x60″ – sizes vary |
| Key Features |
Lightweight, solar charge option, arrives assembled – features vary
|
| Warranty Details |
1-year batteries, 2-year parts, 3-year drive train/circuit board
|
| FlexStep by LiftUp | |
| Specification | Details |
| Application | Residential or Commercial |
| Indoor/Outdoor |
Indoor and Outdoor
|
| Size (including Vertical Travel) |
– Step Widths: 27.6″x31.5″, 35.4″x39.4″
– Max Lift: 51″ |
| Key Features |
Space saving, towerless design, enhanced aesthetics, high weight capacity, functions as stairs or lift.
|
| Warranty Details |
Two-year warranty
|
| EasyLift by LiftUp | |
| Specification | Details |
| Application | Residential or Commercial |
| Indoor/Outdoor |
Indoor and Outdoor
|
| Size (including Vertical Travel) |
– 31.5″x35.4″, 43.3″x55.1″
– Max lift: 53″ |
| Key Features |
Space saving, towerless design, enhanced aesthetics, high weight capacity
|
| Warranty Details | 2-year warranty |
**Request a quote from Next Day Access for pricing information on our Wheelchair Lifts and Platform Lifts
Best Wheelchair Lifts and Platform Lifts For Your Needs
Every property and mobility requirement is unique, so the ideal lift for one home or business may not suit another. To help you quickly narrow down your search, Next Day Access created the table below, which highlights the best wheelchair lifts and platform lifts categorized by their top features, space requirements, and ideal use cases.
| If You Need… | Your Best Option is… |
| A vertical lift for an elevated porch or entryway | Bruno Residential VPL |
| A compact lift for a lower-height entrance | Serenity VPL-SH2 |
| Access to a higher elevated entrance or level | Serenity VPL-SH3 |
| A portable lift for indoor, outdoor, or enclosed use | Staying Home VPL |
| A lift that doubles as a staircase (for other household members or visitors) | FlexStep by LiftUp |
| Accessible travel between two distinct levels | EasyLift by LiftUp |
Find the Right Vertical Platform Lift or Wheelchair Lift for Your Needs With Next Day Access
Every space and mobility need is unique. Next Day Access makes finding the right lift easy with free on-site safety assessments, expert product recommendations, and professional installation tailored to your home or business.
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Find the Right Accessibility Solution Fast
Reach out to a location near you today for a custom quote!
Contact Next Day Access today for reliable mobility solutions backed by responsive, expert installation. Enter your ZIP code or postal code to find a location near you and take the first step toward a safer, more accessible space.