Will a Power Assist Device Fit My Wheelchair? What to Check Before You Buy

A power assist device can make longer distances, uneven paths, and everyday travel easier to manage while allowing you to keep using a manual wheelchair that already works for you.

The first question most people ask is simple: Will it fit my wheelchair?

The answer depends on the product. Some devices publish specific frame measurements, while others require the supplier to review your wheelchair make, model, seat width, and adapter needs. Your daily routine matters too. A device may attach correctly but still be difficult to lift, store, or connect without help.

Here is what to check before choosing between the Rehasense Eco Assist 12, Stricker Lipo Lomo Pico, and Stricker Lomo GX.

What Information Do You Need for a Wheelchair Fit Check?

Before contacting a supplier, gather a few details about your chair:

• Wheelchair make and exact model

• Seat width

• Whether the frame is rigid or folding

• Clear photos of the chair from the front and side

• Close-up photos of the front frame and footrest area

• Your usual terrain and transportation routine

• Any concerns about lifting, grip, reach, or control access

  
  

Photos are especially helpful because two wheelchairs with the same model name can have different frame angles, wheel sizes, footrests, accessories, or custom adjustments.

Rolling In Paradise asks buyers for the wheelchair make, model, and seat width on its product pages. For a more complete fit review, include measurements and close-up photos rather than relying on the chair name alone.

Will the Rehasense Eco Assist 12 Fit My Wheelchair?

The Rehasense Eco Assist 12 provides the clearest published fit range of the three products in this guide.

It is designed for rigid and folding wheelchairs with a fixed front frame. In other words, the front section of the chair should not use swing-away or removable leg supports.

The listed setup includes:

• Manual clamps

• Manual lift

• Standard handles

• A 12-inch front wheel

• A frame-width range of 210 to 480 mm

• A clamp-height range of 260 to 420 mm

  
  

These measurements are a useful starting point, but they are not the only details that matter. The front tubes also need enough clear space for the clamps. Footrests, caster housings, bags, and other accessories may affect where the attachment can connect.

The Eco Assist uses a 350W motor and a standard 278Wh battery. The product page also lists reverse, a walk function, traction control, a mechanical disc brake, and an electric brake.

This model may be worth considering when you want a straightforward front attachment and are comfortable using a manual clamp-and-lift system. Before ordering, make sure you can reach the clamps and manage the lifting process from your normal seated position or with the help you usually have available.

Is the Stricker Lipo Lomo Pico Good for Travel?

The Stricker Lipo Lomo Pico is the most compact, travel-focused option in this comparison.

It comes with either an 8-inch or 12-inch front wheel. The product description highlights its small turning circle, reverse gear, folding handlebars, and center latch. The drive section can be separated from the frame, which may make it easier to move out of the way in a restaurant, on public transportation, or in another tight space.

Its listed specifications include:

• A 350W wheel-hub motor

• A 300Wh lithium battery

• Battery weight of 1.9 kg

• Transport weight starting at 9.5 kg without the battery and adapter

• Total listed weight of 14.5 kg

• Maximum loading weight of 120 kg

• Listed range of up to 40 km on level ground

  
  

The range is an estimate, not a guaranteed distance. Terrain, speed, total load, tire pressure, temperature, and battery condition can all affect real-world use.

Unlike the Eco Assist page, the Pico listing does not provide one universal frame-width range. Rolling In Paradise asks for the wheelchair make, model, and seat width so the correct adapter and configuration can be reviewed.

The Pico may be a good match when compact storage and transportation are high priorities. The most important practical question is whether you can manage the separate components and fit them into your vehicle or travel setup.

Is the Stricker Lomo GX Better for Rougher Routes?

The Stricker Lomo GX is the larger option in this guide and is designed with more demanding outdoor travel in mind.

The product listing offers 14-inch and 16-inch wheel options. It also includes a bidirectional throttle for forward movement, braking, and reverse, along with cruise control, hill-descent assistance, automatic engine braking, and traction assistance.

Other listed details include:

• A 48V, 624Wh battery

• Motor braking

• A disc brake with two independent calipers

• Transport weight starting at 20 kg for the 14-inch version

• Transport weight starting at 17 kg for the 16-inch version

• Standard user-weight capacity up to 120 kg

• Higher user weights available on request

  
  

The Lomo GX may appeal to someone whose regular routes include hills, uneven surfaces, or longer outdoor trips. However, its larger battery and heavier components create a different transportation routine than the Pico.

Before deciding, measure your vehicle’s storage space and think about who will lift the attachment. Rolling In Paradise asks for the wheelchair make, model, and seat width because adapter selection and compatibility should be reviewed for the individual chair.

Eco Assist vs. Pico vs. Lomo GX: Which One Fits Your Routine?

The best option depends on the problem you are trying to solve.

The Eco Assist 12 may be a practical starting point when your wheelchair falls within its published frame measurements and you want a manual clamp-and-lift attachment for everyday use.

The Lipo Lomo Pico may suit you better when compact storage, tight-space maneuvering, and easier transportation are the main priorities.

The Lomo GX may be worth exploring when you want larger wheel options and features designed for more demanding outdoor routes, and you have a realistic way to transport the heavier equipment.

No product should be selected from specifications alone. The World Health Organization’s wheelchair provision guidelines emphasize an individual process that includes assessment, fitting, training, and follow-up. A product that works well for one wheelchair user may feel very different for another.

Questions to Ask Before Ordering

Before buying a power assist device, ask:

• Is my exact wheelchair make and model compatible?

• Which adapter or mounting system is required?

• Are there frame-width or clamp-height limits?

• Will my footrest, casters, or accessories interfere?

• What is the heaviest part I will need to lift?

• Can I connect and remove it from my seated position?

• Will the wheelchair and attachment fit in my vehicle?

• What battery documents are included?

• Who handles setup, training, warranty work, and replacement parts?

  
  

Ask for the final wheelchair, adapter, controls, battery, and wheel configuration to be confirmed before the order is completed.

Request a Wheelchair Compatibility Review

A good fit is about more than attaching a device to the frame. The power assist should also work with your reach, controls, transportation setup, terrain, and daily routine.

Rolling In Paradise is disabled-owned and operated, a VA-approved vendor, and the North American distributor for Stricker. Contact Rolling In Paradise with your wheelchair make, model, seat width, measurements, and clear photos to request a compatibility review, or call 330-807-7977.