Short-term mobility hire
Need mobility equipment for a few days? A mobility scooter is right if you need to sit. Easy Stride is right if you can already walk unaided and want it to be easier. It is posted to your door for 3, 7 or 14 days.
Short-term mobility hire at a glance
- Hire lengths
- 3, 7 or 14 days
Fixed term. From £199.
- You need to
- Walk unaided
It assists walking. It does not replace it.
- Delivery
- Mainland UK
Tracked courier. Free on 7 and 14 days.
- Return
- Free by post
Prepaid label and bag from any Post Office.
- Weight
- 1.8kg
Worn at the waist and thighs.
- Not for
- Seated mobility
Choose a scooter or wheelchair.
Mobility scooter or Easy Stride: which is right?
They solve different problems. A scooter carries you so you do not have to walk. Easy Stride makes walking itself easier so you stay on your feet and go where your legs can take you. If you cannot walk unaided you need a scooter or a wheelchair because Easy Stride is not safe for you.
| Feature | Mobility scooter | Easy Stride |
|---|---|---|
| Main purpose | Seated transport | Makes walking easier |
| Walking required | No | Yes |
| Balance required | Not while seated | Yes. It does not keep your balance |
| Walks and paths | Depends on the route | Yes, on suitable ground |
| If you cannot walk unaided | Often suitable | Not suitable |
| Format | Wheeled vehicle | Wearable, 1.8kg |
Which should I choose?
Easy Stride is right if
- You can walk unaided but hills and long days wear you out
- You want to keep walking beside friends or family on foot
- You want it for a few days and do not want to buy one
- Your waist measures 28 to 44 inches and you are 18 or over
Easy Stride is not right if
- You need to sit down for much of a journey
- Balance is your main concern
- You rely on a stick, a frame or a rollator to walk safely
- You are recovering from surgery or live with an illness or long-term disability
If a scooter or wheelchair is what you need we would rather you got the right thing. Shopmobility schemes in many towns and specialist hire firms rent them by the day or week. Check each provider's terms before you book. The full safety guide lists who must not use Easy Stride.
How does short-term hire work?
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Check it suits you
Two minutes on the suitability page or a phone call with us.
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Choose 3, 7 or 14 days
Pick the length and a delivery date. Delivery is free on 7 and 14 days.
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Try it indoors first
Allow half an hour for the first fitting then a short familiar walk.
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Post it back by your end date
Prepaid label and bag from any Post Office. Keep the receipt.
Hire is for a fixed term so choose a length that covers your trip. A late return is charged at £199 for every 3 days up to £1,500 and does not buy more hire time. The T&Cs have the detail.
What does it cost?
| Hire length | Price | Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| 3 days | £199 | £25 |
| 7 days | £375 | Free |
| 14 days | £480 | Free |
Return postage is free on every hire. Prices & charges lists every charge that could apply.
Questions about short-term mobility hire
Can I hire an Easy Stride instead of a mobility scooter?
Only if you can already stand, balance and walk independently without a walking aid or another person. Easy Stride makes walking easier. It cannot carry you and it does not keep your balance. If you need to sit or you need support to walk, a scooter or wheelchair is the right choice.
Can I collect it or hire it locally?
No. Easy Stride is posted to addresses in mainland UK so there is no shop or collection point. Delivery is by tracked courier and return is by free post.
Can I hire it for just a day?
No. The shortest hire is 3 days. That also gives you time for the first fitting and a practice walk before you rely on it.
How do I get it in time for my trip?
Choose a delivery date when you book and allow time before you travel. Delivery explains how it arrives and what to check on the day.
Can I hire it for a holiday or a day out?
Yes. Walking holidays and Days out and gardens show how people plan a hire around a trip.
Can I hire one for a parent or partner?
Yes. You can book and pay for them. They must be 18 or over and meet every point in the suitability check. Hiring for a parent has the detail.
Rather talk it through?
Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm
Tell us what you want to walk and where. We will tell you honestly whether it will help.
Last reviewed by the Easy Stride team.