VOCIC Z51 Walker for Seniors, 2 in 1 Walker Wheelchair Combo, All Terrain

I just received my new Z51 Shift model rollator/transport chair today and I'm giving my initial impressions. It's a well-thought-out design for a very useful dual-purpose chair. I researched every similar style dual purpose chair I could find online and this seems to have more great features and sturdier construction than any other I found for the price - the trade off is it's a bit heavy. I especially like the much sturdier wider, treaded wheels. I can see why most of the reviews are so positive. I made mental notes from a helpful reviewer who said it's easier to make tight turns if the 'pusher' taps one brake: right brake to turn right, left brake to turn left. And I can see why it's important to keep the swivel wheels turned forward over uneven surfaces, otherwise you could put undo sideways pressure on the wheel yoke and risk it breaking, as some have done. I guess we can't expect it to steer or push like a grocery cart, with our loved one in it. The weight is more vertical than a cart. And, with those 8" rear wheels, we also can't expect it to handle like a standard wheelchair either. But most folks will have no trouble at all. I did have one frustrating problem putting it together though. At least at first look, the 2 larger swiveling wheels appear to be interchangeable for either side but they are not. Their plastic fittings into the chair legs have a brass insert on only one side, which I found out must be facing the chair's inward side so the knob can screw all the way in from the outside. There's nothing in the instructions for this, which made for very frustrating trial and error. Regarding assembly: As others have mentioned, it would be VERY helpful if they would label the various wheels and handles with stickers, with corresponding stickers on the matching sides of their mated parts: A to A, B to B and so on. But then, you only have to assemble it once, and you're done. One drawback so far: Be aware that the "cushioned" seat is very hard. So for now, I'm using a cushion on top. The hooking of the foot rests onto the sides is fussy and a hinge arrangement would be nice instead. But some folks might want to use it as a rollator without the footrests with their added weight. All that said, I look forward to a bit more freedom to get around and get out more easily with the help of this wonderful chair and my 'pushy' friends. Update 2-1-25: BE AWARE. Took the chair for a 3-hour outing and found some challenges. Yes, as other reviewers have mentioned, it is difficult to push a seated person over even small transitions like from cement onto asphalt. Even more difficult if there's even a tiny bit of an incline involved. Also, I'm 5'2" with narrow shoulders and the handles made for a very tight fit and zero wiggle room. Wish the seat back was a bit higher for better support and chair balance.

I absolutely love mine ...it was easy to put together...easier to walk with outside...love the cane holder ... it's also a great wheelchair. I would recommend it 👍😁❤️

Great product & construction. A folding rollator & an assisted wheel chair with great oversized soft rubber wheels to allow safe mobility for people needing such a device

Chose this model for the functionality: the ability to give my mother a seat in public, as she needs one frequently, while providing walking assistance with the option of a transport chair. I compared this to another brand which, shockingly, had no footrests when modified to be a transport chair. It does fold very easily, but I suspect we are unable to fold it down all the way because we use the basket as storage for the footrests. I really wish there was an option to just fold the footrests up or down on the chair, so as not to sacrifice cargo space in the basket for when we don’t need them, but we make do. When folded, it’s possible that unit takes up an entire trunk. I drive a medium-sized SUV and because there are other smaller items in my cargo area, I need to remove the brake handles in order to close the hatch when transporting this. They come out very easily, at least. It lays on top of every item that is already in my rear cargo area because otherwise it would be difficult to fit things, but we stowed this on top of several bags of luggage for a family of five, a bucket of toys, and a small cooler when going on vacation. It maneuvers easily and doesn’t take a lot of strength to push on cement or a shopping mall floor (the two places we’ve used this). Assembly was indeed quick and straightforward, and the construction of these pieces seem very sturdy. No complaints on quality. These specific features are easy to take for granted but extremely noticeable when they are lacking, so I’d like to stress how good these are. I also appreciate how the wheels are not inflatable, and how sturdy the footrest feels when hooked into the frame for use. In general I would choose this again despite the criticisms.

This wheelchair and walker combo is amazing . The assembly was easy but did take my sister to set it up. The gold color very beautiful. The wheelchair and walker combo is very sturdy . Has good brakes and they lock when needed . It just perfect to use and travel with . My mom who is 80 years old love it. Just the arm rest are hard so I do recommend putting a soft armrest when using it . It so compact but you do need to have like a small suv truck for this walker /wheelchair to fit. Or your car trunk should be roomy and have space if is a sedan . Best investment if you have an elderly parent or require a medical equipment for you can be mobile .

This Rollator was basically sturdy and fairly easy to assemble. It was fine as a walker, but not good as a transport chair. With a person in the seat, it was not maneuverable on carpet and a somewhat difficult on anything other than flat, smooth surfaces. The protrusion on the handlebars poked the rider in the back of the arms.

I have mobility issues right now so I purchased the walker/wheelchair and it works well. When we were going to a concert at the arena here in our town I knew I wouldn't be able to walk all the way to the section our seats were located in. Also walking from the parking garage to the arena would be to far as well. This walker/wheelchair made it possible. My only negative is the place you put your feet on is a little short. Also it is bigger than i thought it was going to be so i should of measured my trunk before I bought it. FYI: You need to back out of the doorways when you are leaving a building because it gets stuck otherwise.

This the fourth rollator I have owned. It is no contest on the issue of strength or sturdiness. I am a large size 80 year old man at 6-2 and around 200 lbs, and need something that I can rely on because I have my own strength and balance issues to deal with. The other rollators were all very good devices that I highly recommend. They're all light weight, sturdy, and easy to use... but, they're also light weight and while sturdy, lack the kind of confidence building substance that this one has. THAT IS BOTH GOOD AND BAD... The VOCIC Walker is built like a tank. When you need to stand up with it, you feel like you're grabbing ahold of a strong man, one who can help you with confidence. Walking with it feels like you holding an arm that won't let you down. If you start to stumble, it refuses to let it happen, and you can regain your footing easily. For those with a degenerative muscle issue (especially in the legs), you know you'll make it to your destination, whether walking or riding. The only con for this is that the seat is very low (20 inches off the ground), and it's difficult for a tall man with weak legs to get out of... a very minor con, not even close to a game-changer... and can be compensated with a thick cushion. If Vocic can make the seat adjustable, that would be a bonus worthy of an academy award. The non-inflatable rubber wheels make all the difference in the world. They feel pneumatic, and have a spring in them like bicycle tires. When you apply the brakes, this rollator STOPS, and when the brakes are locked, it STAYS. Typical plastic wheels tend to slide, even when locked. But with this one, if I need to stop to catch up with myself, the rubber wheels agree with me and serve me well and quickly. The tread adds that little extra grip needed to feel secure. The Vocic is slightly harder to navigate than others with plastic wheels, but the feel of solidity is more than a fair trade-off. The hybrid feature of a wheelchair is like a perk from heaven. I can rollate myself about a hundred yards, maybe more, but myopathy limits how far I can walk. Now, even my 70 year-old wife can wheel me around the mall or grocery store like a champ. We can go for a walk around town without worry. For really long distances, one of my sons or daughter can take over, and off we go. What I'm saying in all this is that I have regained mobility again. I don't feel house-bound. It's a freedom I haven't felt for nearly a decade. Thank you, Vocic, for being so inventive... you're my hero.

This is a great chair. Built solid and handles well. Would not hesitate to buy another one from this supplier.

Overall very happy with it but it is a little difficult to steer when pushing it with someone sitting in it.