Light, quick to fold, and ready for everyday life

If you're lifting a heavy standard wheelchair in and out of the car, or the one you have feels like hard work to push, a lightweight folding active chair can change your whole day. The Quickie QS5 X is an affordable way into that world, with a light aluminium frame that folds down quickly and pushes far more easily than a basic chair.

Its FreeFold backrest folds down as part of the fold, so packing the chair away is quick and the folded size is small. We'll set the balance and seat angle to suit you, giving you a comfortable, confident ride at home, at work and out in town.

✅ Key Features & Benefits

• Transport weight from 7.3 kg
  With the wheels off it's light enough to lift into most car boots without straining your back or shoulders.

• FreeFold folding backrest
  The back folds down neatly with the frame, so the chair packs away quickly and takes up less room.

• Folds to around 28 cm wide
  Slots into small boots, cupboards and behind the sofa.

• Adjustable balance and seat angle
  Setting the centre of gravity and seat angle for you makes the chair easier to push and steadier to sit in.

• Swing-away or fixed leg rests
  Swing-away rests move aside so you can stand up or transfer more easily.

• Open or closed frame
  Choose the front frame style that suits your legs and how you get in and out.

• Adjustable anti-slip footplate
  Set to the right height and angle so your feet are supported and stay put.

• Crash tested
  Can be used as a seat in a suitably adapted vehicle.

Who it suits best

• People moving up from a heavy standard wheelchair
• Everyday users who travel by car a lot
• Anyone wanting an affordable lightweight folding chair

Worth knowing before you buy

Folding chairs are wonderfully practical but have a little more flex than rigid ones, so very active users who push long distances may prefer a rigid active wheelchair. Push handles aren't standard, so tell us if someone will push you at times. A short assessment helps us get the set-up right.

Questions customers ask us

Will it fit in my car?
Very likely. With the wheels off it weighs from 7.3 kg and folds to around 28 cm wide, so it suits most car boots.

Can I see it fold before I buy?
Yes. We don't keep every model in stock, so give us a call first and we'll check it's in the showroom — and if it isn't, we can usually arrange a demo model for you. You can also book a free home assessment.