Handicare Freecurve Curved Stairlift
Our Take
The Handicare Freecurve Curved Stairlift is a minimalist, single-rail lift for curved staircases. It carries users up to 125 kg (19 stone) and follows even complex layouts. Moreover, the slim single rail keeps your stairs looking neat.
Benefits
Compact Design
The single-rail design is slim and unobtrusive. As a result, it saves space and leaves the staircase open.
Smooth and Quiet Operation
The lift runs quietly and smoothly around each bend. Therefore, every journey feels calm and steady.
Safety Features
A seatbelt, sensors and a swivel seat come as standard. Together, they help you get on and off safely.
Customisation
The Freecurve handles curved and complex staircases with extensive tailoring. As a result, it fits layouts that simpler lifts cannot.
You can also choose from several seat styles and colours, including luxury wood and leather. A perch seat option may be available too.
Considerations
A curved installation is more complex and takes longer than a straight one.
Curved lifts also cost more, because the rail is custom-made for your stairs.
The Freecurve may not suit extremely narrow or unusually shaped staircases, so a home survey is essential.
Its extra moving parts can also mean more frequent maintenance than a straight model.
Other Models to Consider
The Handicare Freecurve Curved is one of several curved-rail options — here are a few close alternatives. The Stannah Sadler Curved takes a heavier user, up to 135kg and the Otolift Two Curved folds slimmer at 380mm for tighter stairs, while the DeVi Up Curved is a close match on size and capacity.
Buyers Guide
For more help choosing, read our Buyer’s Guide for pointers on weighing up the Handicare Freecurve Curved Stairlift and other models.
You can also browse all stairlift reviews on Independent Mobility Guide.
The Basics
- Type
- Curved
- Folded Width
- 442mm / 17 3/ 8"
- Unfolded Width
- 660 mm / 26"
- Width Between Armrests
- 439mm / 440-460mm / 420-460mm
- Max Capacity
- 125 Kg / 19 Stone
- Replaces / Similar to:
- Handicare Freelift
- Handicare Van Gogh Curved Stairlift
- Handicare Rembrandt Curved Stairlift
- Companion Freecurve Stairlift
- Age UK Freecurve Stairlift
Key Features
- Adjustable Seating
- Powered Footrest
- Seat belt
- Folding Footrest - Space Saving
- Armrest Controls - Easy to Use
- Remote Controls - Easy to Use
- Folding & Compact - Space Saving
- Self-Charging when Stairlift is Parked
Product Specifications
- Folded Width
- 442mm / 17 3/ 8"
- Unfolded Width
- 660 mm / 26"
- Maximum Lift Capacity
- 125 Kg / 19 Stone
- Width Between Armrests
- 439mm / 440-460mm / 420-460mm
- Chair Back Height
- 420mm / 430mm / 430mm
- Seat Depth
- 370mm / 390mm / 390mm
- Footplate to Seat Height
- 452mm / 495mm / 485mm
Special Note
2 Year Warranty
Manufacturer
Handicare Stairlifts has a history that spans several decades, marked by its dedication to providing innovative mobility solutions to individuals facing challenges with stairs. The company’s journey began in the early 1990s when they introduced their first stairlift model in the Netherlands. With a vision of enhancing accessibility and independence, Handicare quickly expanded its operations to serve a global market.
Over the years Handicare has acquired some well-known brands like Sterling, Minivator, Freelift and Companion and positioned itself as a respected and trusted name in the mobility industry.




