Wheelchair is used for mobility purpose by the disabled person or a person who is unable to walk post injury or due to certain illness. There are different types of wheelchairs available in the market such as manual wheelchair and power or electric wheelchair. Increasing prevalence of spinal cord injuries and related disabilities along with increasing product launches and innovation is expected to aid in growth of the global electric wheelchair market.
Market Dynamics
Manufacturers are launching electric wheelchair, which is expected to contribute to growth of the global electric wheelchair market during the forecast period. For instance, in May 2019, Sunrise Medical, a company which manufactures and distributes advanced assistive mobility devices and solutions, announced the launch of QUICKIE Q500 M SEDEO PRO, a high performance power wheelchair designed with a highly adjustable seat frame with a broad choice of support and positioning options. Furthermore, in February 2017, Permobil launched M3 Mid-Wheel Drive Power Wheelchair. It is the first wheelchair incorporated with FlexLink full suspension technology. M3 Mid-Wheel Drive Power Wheelchair operates through center wheel drive electric wheelchair configuration.
Rising collaboration and acquisition activities by the market players is expected to drive the global electric wheelchair market. For instance, in February 2020, Sunrise Medical announced that acquisition of Oracing, a leading Spain-based designer and manufacturer of innovative sports, made-to-measure wheelchairs, and E-Mobility power products.
The innovation of autonomous/self-driving wheelchairs, fitted with visual sensors that detect objects automatically, including glass doors, by setting the destination point is the novel innovation which is expected to bolster the market growth in the near future. For instance, WHILL Inc. is a company that specializes in manufacturing of personalized electric wheelchairs, which are equipped with high sensing technologies and automatic brakes. These autonomous wheelchairs are employed in various airports to help the disabled people. Moreover, in January 2018, WHILL, Inc. announced the launch of its new Model Ci, an intelligent, personal electric vehicle (PEV) that has the power to eliminate the feeling of self-consciousness reflected in antiquated scooters and wheelchairs.
Furthermore, on June 8, 2020, WHILL Inc. announced that Haneda International Airport will be utilizing the WHILL Autonomous Drive System to optimize current PRM (passengers with reduced mobility) operation while helping to prevent spread of infection. This is a first-of-its-kind solution being applied with the intention of addressing the COVID-19 situation that is negatively impacting the world.
Key features of the study:
- This report provides an in-depth analysis of global electric wheelchair market, provides market size (US$ Million), and compound annual growth rate (CAGR %) for the forecast period (2021-2028), considering 2020 as the base year
- It elucidates potential revenue opportunities across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrix for this market
- This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approval, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by the leading players
- It profiles leading players in the global electric wheelchair market based on the following parameters – company overview, financial performance, product portfolio, geographical presence, distribution strategies, key developments and strategies, and future plans
- Key companies covered as a part of this study include Invacare Corporation, Sunrise Medical (US) LLC, Permobil Inc., Pride Mobility Products Corporation, Drive Devilbiss Healthcare, Hoveround Corporation, Ottobock Healthcare, 21st Century Scientific, Inc., Meyra GmbH, LEVO AG, Merits Co. Ltd., Segway Inc., Scewo, GF Health Products Inc., Karman Healthcare, Inc., KYMCO Healthcare, SOWECARE B.V, and Nanjing Jin Bai He Medical Apparatus Co., Ltd.
- Insights from this report would allow marketers and the management authorities of the companies to make informed decision regarding their future product launch, technology up-gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics
- The global electric wheelchair market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry including investors, suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, new entrants, and financial analysts
- Stakeholders would have ease in decision making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the global electric wheelchair market
Detailed Segmentation:
- Global Electric Wheelchair Market, By Modality:
- Rear Wheel Drive Electric Wheelchair
- 4 Wheel Drive Electric Wheelchair
- Front Wheel Drive Electric Wheelchair
- Self Balancing Wheelchair
- Standing Electric Wheelchair
- Remote Control
- Global Electric Wheelchair Market, By Age Group:
- > 60 years
- 21 to <60 years
- < 20 years
- Global Electric Wheelchair Market, By End User:
- Consumer
- Care
- Hospital
- Clinics
- Care Homes
- Global Electric Wheelchair Market, By Region:
- By Modality:
- Rear Wheel Drive Electric Wheelchair
- 4 Wheel Drive Electric Wheelchair
- Front Wheel Drive Electric Wheelchair
- Self Balancing Wheelchair
- Standing Electric Wheelchair
- Remote Control
- By Age Group:
- > 60 years
- 21 to <60 years
- < 20 years
- By End User:
- Consumer
- Care
- Hospital
- Clinics
- Care Homes
- By Country:
- U.S.
- Canada
- Latin America
- By Modality:
- Rear Wheel Drive Electric Wheelchair
- 4 Wheel Drive Electric Wheelchair
- Front Wheel Drive Electric Wheelchair
- Self Balancing Wheelchair
- Standing Electric Wheelchair
- Remote Control
- By Age Group:
- > 60 years
- 21 to <60 years
- < 20 years
- By End User:
- Consumer
- Care
- Hospital
- Clinics
- Care Homes
- By Country:
- Brazil
- Mexico
- Argentina
- Rest of Latin America
- Europe
- By Modality:
- Rear Wheel Drive Electric Wheelchair
- 4 Wheel Drive Electric Wheelchair
- Front Wheel Drive Electric Wheelchair
- Self Balancing Wheelchair
- Standing Electric Wheelchair
- Remote Control
- By Age Group:
- > 60 years
- 21 to <60 years
- < 20 years
- By End User:
- Consumer
- Care
- Hospital
- Clinics
- Care Homes
- By Country:
- U.K.
- Germany
- Italy
- Spain
- France
- Russia
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- By Modality:
- Rear Wheel Drive Electric Wheelchair
- 4 Wheel Drive Electric Wheelchair
- Front Wheel Drive Electric Wheelchair
- Self Balancing Wheelchair
- Standing Electric Wheelchair
- Remote Control
- By Age Group:
- > 60 years
- 21 to <60 years
- < 20 years
- By End User:
- Consumer
- Care
- Hospital
- Clinics
- Care Homes
- By Country
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- South Korea
- ASEAN
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- Middle East
- By Modality:
- Rear Wheel Drive Electric Wheelchair
- 4 Wheel Drive Electric Wheelchair
- Front Wheel Drive Electric Wheelchair
- Self Balancing Wheelchair
- Standing Electric Wheelchair
- Remote Control
- By Age Group:
- > 60 years
- 21 to <60 years
- < 20 years
- By End User:
- Consumer
- Care
- Hospital
- Clinics
- Care Homes
- By Country:
- GCC
- Israel
- Rest of Middle East
- Africa
- By Modality:
- Rear Wheel Drive Electric Wheelchair
- 4 Wheel Drive Electric Wheelchair
- Front Wheel Drive Electric Wheelchair
- Self Balancing Wheelchair
- Standing Electric Wheelchair
- Remote Control
- By Age Group:
- > 60 years
- 21 to <60 years
- < 20 years
- By End User:
- Consumer
- Care
- Hospital
- Clinics
- Care Homes
- By Country/Region:
- South Africa
- Central Africa
- North Africa
- Company Profiles
- Invacare Corporation *
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Financial Performance
- Recent Highlights
- Strategies
- Sunrise Medical (US) LLC
- Permobil Inc.
- Pride Mobility Products Corporation
- Drive Devilbiss Healthcare
- Hoveround Corporation
- Ottobock Healthcare
- 21st Century Scientific, Inc.
- Meyra GmbH
- LEVO AG
- Merits Co. Ltd.
- Segway Inc.
- Scewo
- GF Health Products Inc.
- Karman Healthcare, Inc.
- KYMCO Healthcare
- SOWECARE B.V
- Nanjing Jin Bai He Medical Apparatus Co., Ltd.
“*” marked represents similar segmentation in other categories in the respective section.
