Heavy Duty Wheelchair
Find the Right Wheelchair for Your Lifestyle
Different situations call for different wheelchairs. Find the model that matches how you live.
Your Lifestyle, Your Wheelchair
The right wheelchair depends on how you actually use it. Someone who spends most of their time at home has different needs than someone who wants to go to the beach or explore outdoor trails.
Below, we've mapped out common use cases and recommended the best model for each. Find your situation and discover which wheelchair is the right fit.
🏠 Everyday Home Use
You spend most of your time at home, moving between rooms, sitting for long periods, and occasionally going out for appointments.
You want a wheelchair that's comfortable for long sitting, easy to maneuver indoors, and folds for occasional car trips.
- Supportive frame designed for comfort during long sitting
- Folds easily for car transport to appointments
- Steady, grounded feel indoors
- Seat width options (22–24″) for personalized fit
- Up to 375 lb capacity
Alternative: FLUX 360 Plus if you want something more compact and easier to maneuver in tight spaces.
🏢 Compact Indoor Living
You live in a small apartment or space where maneuverability and compact size are critical.
You need a wheelchair that's easy to turn in tight hallways, fits through doorways, and doesn't take up much space when not in use.
- Compact design fits through standard doorways
- Highly maneuverable in tight spaces
- Easy to fold and store
- Simple adjustments, straightforward to use
- Up to 350 lb capacity
Note: If you want more comfort for long sitting, consider Strongback instead.
🏖️ Beach & Boardwalk Access
You want to go to the beach, boardwalks, and outdoor areas without getting stuck in sand or gravel.
Standard wheelchairs sink into sand and get stuck on uneven surfaces. You need a chair built for these conditions.
- Designed specifically for sand and boardwalks
- Wide seat for stability on uneven terrain
- Sturdy frame that doesn't sink or get stuck
- High capacity (350–600 lb depending on version)
- Handles grass, gravel, and outdoor surfaces
Why not the others? Strongback and FLUX are designed for smooth indoor surfaces. Their wheels will sink in sand and get stuck on uneven terrain.
🌳 Outdoor Trails & Parks
You want to explore parks, nature trails, and outdoor areas with grass, gravel, and uneven ground.
You don't want to be limited to paved surfaces. You want the freedom to roll on grass, dirt paths, and natural terrain.
- Built for uneven, natural terrain
- Stable frame on grass and gravel
- Wide seat provides balance on slopes
- High capacity handles varied terrain demands
- Designed for outdoor adventure
Why DeBug? Its design prioritizes stability and traction on surfaces where standard wheelchairs would struggle or tip.
☁️ Maximum Comfort for Long Sitting
You spend extended periods sitting and want a wheelchair designed for comfort and support.
You need a chair that reduces the constant "adjusting" feeling, provides steady support, and feels grounded while sitting.
- Comfort-forward seat design
- Supportive frame that feels grounded
- Steady while sitting or moving
- Reduces constant adjusting
- Seat width options for personalized fit
- Up to 375 lb capacity
Why Strongback? It's specifically designed with comfort as the priority, not just as an afterthought.
💪 Higher Weight Capacity
You need a wheelchair with a higher weight capacity (400+ lb).
Standard wheelchairs max out at 350–375 lb. You need something that can safely handle higher weights.
- Available in versions up to 600 lb capacity
- Sturdy frame built for higher weights
- Stable and reliable at higher capacities
- Wide seat for comfort and stability
Note: Strongback maxes at 375 lb, FLUX at 350 lb. Only DeBug offers the higher capacities you need.
Quick Model Summary
Strongback Comfort 24
- Best For: Home use, comfort priority, long sitting
- Terrain: Indoors, smooth surfaces
- Capacity: Up to 375 lb
- Key Feature: Comfort-focused design
FLUX 360 Plus
- Best For: Compact spaces, indoor maneuverability
- Terrain: Indoors, smooth surfaces
- Capacity: Up to 350 lb
- Key Feature: Compact, easy to maneuver
DeBug / Husky DeBug
- Best For: Outdoor, beach, higher capacity
- Terrain: Sand, grass, trails, uneven surfaces
- Capacity: 350–600 lb
- Key Feature: Built for outdoor adventure
Still Not Sure? Here's What to Do
- Check the comparison guide. Our comparison guide shows all three models side-by-side with full specs.
- Measure your seat width. Use our seat width guide to find your perfect fit.
- Prioritize your main use case. If you're mostly indoors, go with Strongback or FLUX. If you want outdoor access, go with DeBug.
- Consider your capacity needs. If you need 400+ lb capacity, DeBug is your only option.
More Guides
- → Wheelchair Comparison Guide — Compare all three models side-by-side
- → Seat Width Guide — How to measure and choose the right fit
- → Doorway Fit Guide — Will your wheelchair fit through your doorway?
- → Beach Wheelchair Guide — Sand use, corrosion resistance, and upkeep