Recommendation for a lightweight wheelchair?

We got mom's transport wheelchair from Amazon and it weighs about 12 lbs.

Good morning, I use for my husband the Medline Lightweight Transport chair. It weighs 22lbs. I love it. It folds, has brakes and the brakes can lock and easy to travel with. I actually have two. They run about 160 dollars. I like it because the rear wheels are 12 inches and make it easier on uneven surfaces. Initially I used a real wheelchair that was killing my back to just lift it in and out of the car. This transport chair saved my back. I also bought a little cushion for the seat but you may not need that.

Not too light or it can tip over as mine did. My ex had to call fire department to help me off the floor!

I just bought my mom the same transport chair on Amazon. It is very light weight. We use it for outings to restraunts, Dr. Appointments, etc.
I wouldn't want her to be in it long term, but it sure works for those trips out. I bought a gel cushion for the seat as well for more comfort.

Look for a transport chair rather than a wheelchair. Transport chairs are the ones with four equal-sized smaller wheels.

They're available from Amazon, Walgreens, CVS, etc.

Mom uses a Drive roll stir walker (17.5 lbs). A bit expensive but the best walker ever ( sturdy, great mobility on all surfaces, narrow so it can pass through almost doorways )

https://www.amazon.com/Drive-Medical-RTL10266WT-T-Walker-Rollator/dp/B00QFYS49E#immersive-view_1675163817951

There are the wheelchairs you think of with the big wheels. Then there are transport wheel chairs that have smaller wheels and fold up smaller.

I think this is the one others have posted: on Amazon, search for Medline ultra lite transport. The red one is about $129 and the black is $175. The description says under 15 pounds, including wheels.

This chair was the lightest we found. My SIL and I actually compared the weight, unscientifically. We wanted something that we could pick up and could fit in the trunk of a mid size car without strain or scratching the back bumper of the car or taking up time. All the other transport chairs seemed heavier and took up more space. My Mom is petite, under 5 feet.

I can now store and remove the folded wheelchair into the car with one hand, however 2 hands are a little safer. No need to disassemble or reassemble to use it. I have a Honda HRV and it fits in the back area as well as the back seat area with the back seat folded up all the way.

We have had the transport chair since 2019. The wheels are pretty worn, I’ve had to get a set of replacement pins and I am thinking of getting replacement footrests. They had a one year warranty which they honored. The replacement parts are pricey, however the wheelchair frame and seat is still solid. We have used it almost everyday since we got it, and for the last year, everyday whenever my Mom is awake.

Because of its size, she is able to get it close to the toilet in her bathroom.

I highly recommend it.

Agree with other answers. You want a transport chair. When you get one, also buy a cushioned seat for it. Very lightweight chair, easy to maneuver to dr visits, and the cushion makes it much more comfortable.

They aren't that expensive - a little over a hundred online and at Walmart or drug stores. However, if you check estates sales in your area (estatesales.net, enter your zip code) they are commonly available for under $50.

I bought a transport chair for my mother who is in her in her 90's now. But, we only use it when we leave the house because she cannot navigate it on her own and I need to push it. It is light weight and fits easily in my small hatchback with seats still up. She uses a walker in our home. If you just need transportation outside of the home, I suggest a transport chair rather than a wheel chair.