Genesis Portable Mobile Stairlift Chair | Straight Stairs, 400 lb Capacity

Overview

The Genesis is Mobile Stairlift's flagship portable stairlift chair for straight staircases. Motorized auto-braking tracks carry the rider up and down the stairs while a caregiver guides the chair, with push-button track deployment and push-button folding. It supports riders up to 400 lbs and delivers up to 120 flights per charge.

Highlights

Powered stair travel

• Motorized auto-braking tracks move the rider up and down straight stairs.
• Works on wood, carpet, tile, concrete, and most standard indoor and outdoor stair surfaces.
• 400 lb weight capacity for daily home use.

Push-button convenience

• One-touch track lowering and raising replaces the manual two-bar systems on lower-cost units.
• Folds and unfolds at the touch of a button.
• All wiring is enclosed inside the frame — no exposed cords.

Portability and range

• Folds compactly and fits most vehicle trunks.
• Rear-mounted quick-release battery charges on or off the unit.
• Up to 120 flights per charge.

Specifications

What's included

Battery, charger, head restraint, seatbelt, protective cover, transfer board, rear pocket.

Owner's manual

A printed owner's manual ships with every unit, and each chair carries a QR code linking to the current manual online.

Warranty

Lifetime warranty on the frame and welds; 1 year on motors, wheels, and mechanical assemblies (gears, brakes, moving parts); 6 months on the battery; plus a 180-day limited warranty covering defects in materials or workmanship. Excludes accidents, misuse, unauthorized modifications, and cosmetic wear.

Important operating note

Mobile Stairlift chairs are caregiver-operated: a second person guides the chair up and down the stairs. Flights-per-charge figures vary with rider weight, stair surface, temperature, and battery condition.

Is This Right For You?

• ✓ Straight staircases, indoors or out
• ✓ Heavier riders (up to 400 lbs) or frequent daily use
• ✓ Push-button setup and folding with minimal effort
• ✓ Longest range in the straight-stair lineup (120 flights)
• ✗ Not for curved or spiral stairs (see the Helix)
• ✗ Caregiver-operated — not self-operated