Invacare EasyGlide Wheelchair – Steel Wheelchair with Removable Desk Arms, 16″, 18″ or 20″ Seat, 300 lb Capacity
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✔ 300 lb Weight Capacity
✔ 41 lb Steel Frame
✔ 24″ Flat-Free Rear Wheels
✔ 16″, 18″ or 20″ Padded Seat
✔ Push-to-Lock Wheel Brakes
✔ Fold-Down Back, Flip-Back Arms
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Invacare EasyGlide Wheelchair – Steel Standard Wheelchair with Removable Desk Arms
The Invacare EasyGlide wheelchair is a steel, everyday standard wheelchair for home, errands and appointments. The rider can push it with the large rear wheels or a caregiver can push from behind, and it comes with removable desk-length arms on every size. Invacare rates it for 300 lbs.
You choose three things from the dropdowns above: a 16″, 18″ or 20″ seat width, swing-away footrests or elevating legrests, and a black or blue frame. That gives you twelve combinations, so the chair can be set up for the person using it instead of the other way around.
If you’re looking for a steel wheelchair with removable arms, this is the simple, no-frills version from Invacare: arms that flip back or lift out for sideways transfers and let the chair pull up close to a table, front rigging that suits how the rider’s legs need to rest, and a seat width matched to the rider.
Why Choose the Invacare EasyGlide Wheelchair?
A lot of budget chairs come in one width with fixed arms and plain footrests. The EasyGlide lets you choose the width, the leg support and the color, and every version has removable desk arms. Those arms matter more than people expect: they let the rider slide sideways onto a bed, a car seat or a toilet, and the shorter front of a desk arm lets the chair pull up close to a kitchen table.
Because it’s a full wheelchair rather than a transport chair, the rider can move around on their own using the large rear wheels, and a caregiver can still push when the rider gets tired.
Who Is the Invacare EasyGlide Wheelchair Best For?
The EasyGlide wheelchair is a good fit for:
- Seniors who need a wheelchair for everyday use around the house and on outings
- People recovering from surgery, a fall or an illness who need a chair for weeks or months
- Riders who want to wheel themselves some of the time and be pushed the rest
- Anyone who transfers sideways to a bed, car seat or commode (the arms lift out)
- People who need their legs raised, such as after leg surgery or with a leg in a cast (choose elevating legrests)
Still comparing chairs? Our Manual Wheelchair Knowledge Base explains the types, and the Manual Wheelchair Assessment Tool asks a few questions to point you to the right one.
Who May Need a Different Chair?
- Families who will always push: if the rider won’t be wheeling themselves, a transport chair with small rear wheels is smaller to handle. Look at the Invacare EasyGlide Transport Chair.
- Caregivers who lift the chair into a car every day: the EasyGlide has a steel frame. A lighter chair such as the Invacare Essential Lightweight Wheelchair may be easier to lift.
- Larger riders: Invacare rates the EasyGlide for 300 lbs. Above that, choose a bariatric wheelchair.
- People who sit all day with special seating needs: a standard wheelchair isn’t built for special seating. Riders who need posture support or pressure care should talk with their therapist about cushions and positioning.
300 lb Weight Capacity
Invacare rates the EasyGlide wheelchair for 300 lbs. That covers all three seat widths. If the rider is close to that number, call us before you order and we’ll point you to a heavy-duty chair.
24″ Solid Flat-Free Rear Wheels
The EasyGlide rides on 24″ rear wheels with solid, flat-free tires, so there’s no air pressure to check and no flat to fix. The large wheels let the rider push the chair, and the push-to-lock brakes are easy to reach from the seat to hold the chair still for transfers. Front casters are polyurethane.
Folds Compact With a Fold-Down Backrest
The backrest folds down and the frame folds compact for the trunk or a closet. Invacare ships the EasyGlide wheelchair fully assembled, so it’s ready to use out of the box. Integrated curb assistants give a caregiver a place to press with a foot to tip the front casters up a small step, and there’s a storage pocket for small items.
Flip-Back, Removable Desk Arms on Every Size
Every EasyGlide wheelchair comes with flip-back, removable desk-length arms. The arm flips back out of the way or lifts out completely, so the rider can slide sideways onto a bed, car seat or commode without climbing over it, and a caregiver can help from the side. The arm pad is shorter at the front, which lets the rider roll right up to a table, desk or counter instead of stopping a foot away.
Seat Width: 16″, 18″ or 20″
The EasyGlide comes in three seat widths. The 18″ is the most common adult size. The 16″ suits smaller adults and is a bit narrower through doorways. The 20″ gives broader riders more room at the hips. See “Choosing Your Options” below for how to measure.
Swing-Away Footrests or Elevating Legrests
Swing-away footrests are the everyday choice. They swing out to the side so the rider can stand up, sit down and transfer without the footplates in the way.
Elevating legrests raise the lower legs. They’re the choice when a doctor or therapist has said to keep the legs up, for example with leg swelling, a leg in a cast, or after knee or leg surgery, and they also swing away for transfers. If nobody has told you the legs need to be raised, swing-away footrests are usually all you need.
Steel Frame, Tested to ISO 7176 and RESNA Standards
Invacare builds the EasyGlide wheelchair on a sturdy steel frame and tests it to ISO 7176 and RESNA standards for strength, durability and safety. Steel keeps the cost down and suits a chair that is used every day around the house. Invacare lists the chair weight as 41.33 lbs.
Choosing Your Options
There are three dropdowns: Seat Width, Front Rigging and Color. Every combination is the same steel EasyGlide chair with removable desk arms.
| Seat width | Front rigging | Invacare item # |
|---|---|---|
| 16″ | Swing-away footrests | EGWC16STRSBK (Black), EGWC16STRSBU (Blue) |
| 16″ | Elevating legrests | EGWC16STREBK (Black), EGWC16STREBU (Blue) |
| 18″ | Swing-away footrests | EGWC18STRSBK (Black), EGWC18STRSBU (Blue) |
| 18″ | Elevating legrests | EGWC18STREBK (Black), EGWC18STREBU (Blue) |
| 20″ | Swing-away footrests | EGWC20STRSBK (Black), EGWC20STRSBU (Blue) |
| 20″ | Elevating legrests | EGWC20STREBK (Black), EGWC20STREBU (Blue) |
Seat Width: have the rider sit in a firm chair and measure straight across the widest part of the hips or thighs, then add about 2″. Pick the EasyGlide width closest to that number without going under it. Too narrow pinches at the hips; too wide makes the push rims hard to reach and the chair harder to fit through doors.
Front Rigging: choose swing-away footrests for everyday use. Choose elevating legrests if the rider has leg swelling, a leg in a cast, or has been told to keep the legs raised.
Color: Black or Blue. The color doesn’t change the size or the features, so pick the one you like. Not sure about the size? Call us at 585-505-6665 and we’ll help.
EasyGlide Wheelchair vs. EasyGlide Transport Chair
Both are Invacare EasyGlide chairs with black or blue frames. The EasyGlide Transport Chair has 8″ wheels all around, so a companion pushes it; it comes in one 19″ seat width with fixed or removable arms and swing-away footrests, is rated for 250 lbs and weighs as little as 25.13 lbs in aluminum. The EasyGlide wheelchair has 24″ rear wheels so the rider can push themselves, a 300 lb rating, three seat widths, removable desk arms on every size, and the option of elevating legrests. If the rider needs to get around on their own or needs leg elevation, the wheelchair is the one.
Common Problem → EasyGlide Wheelchair Solution
Problem: Dad is home after knee surgery. His leg has to stay up, he can’t get from the chair to the bed without someone lifting him over the armrest, and his borrowed chair won’t fit under the kitchen table.
Solution: An EasyGlide wheelchair with elevating legrests keeps his leg raised while he sits. The desk arms lift out so he can slide sideways onto the bed, and the shorter arm front lets him roll up to the table for meals. When he’s up to it, he can wheel himself from room to room.
“Can we switch to regular footrests later?” Ask us about adding swing-away footrests once the legrests aren’t needed; we’ll check the right Invacare part for his chair.
Sizing & Fit
Seat width is the measurement that matters most: hip width seated plus about 2″, rounded to 16″, 18″ or 20″. The seat sits 19.5″ from the floor. For seat depth, Invacare’s owner’s manual says 15.7″ and its brochure says 17.72″, so ask us and we’ll confirm the number before you order. If the rider is between sizes or close to the weight limit, call us before you order.
Warranty
Invacare’s EasyGlide Wheelchair brochure lists a 5 Year Limited Warranty, while the warranty page in the owner’s manual lists one year from the date of purchase. We’ll confirm the current Invacare terms for you before you order; just ask.
Key Features
✔ 300 lb Weight Capacity
✔ 41 lb Steel Frame
✔ 24″ Flat-Free Rear Wheels
✔ 16″, 18″ or 20″ Padded Seat
✔ Push-to-Lock Wheel Brakes
✔ Fold-Down Back, Flip-Back Arms
Product Specifications
| Brand: | Invacare |
| Model: | EasyGlide Wheelchair |
| Invacare Item #: | EGWC16STRSBK, EGWC16STRSBU, EGWC16STREBK, EGWC16STREBU, EGWC18STRSBK, EGWC18STRSBU, EGWC18STREBK, EGWC18STREBU, EGWC20STRSBK, EGWC20STRSBU, EGWC20STREBK, EGWC20STREBU |
| Type: | Standard manual wheelchair |
| Seat Width: | 16″, 18″ or 20″ |
| Frame: | Steel |
| Arms: | Desk-length, L-shaped, flip-back and removable |
| Front Rigging: | Swing-away footrests or elevating legrests |
| Colors: | Black, Blue |
| Weight Capacity: | 300 lbs |
| Chair Weight: | 41.33 lbs |
| Seat Depth: | Ask us (Invacare lists 15.7″ in the manual and 17.72″ in the brochure) |
| Seat Height: | 19.5″ seat to floor |
| Rear Wheels: | 24″, solid flat-free tires |
| Front Casters: | Polyurethane, 1.25″ wide (ask us for the diameter) |
| Brakes: | Push-to-lock wheel brakes |
| Folding: | Fold-down backrest; folds to 14.5″ wide (spec table) / 12.5″ (feature text) |
| Back Height: | 18.5″ (brochure); 17.3″ (owner’s manual) |
| Overall Width: | 29.5″ (one figure listed by Invacare for all seat widths) |
| Overall Height: | 36″ |
| Upholstery: | Padded seat and back; nylon back upholstery, PVC arm pads |
| Extras: | Storage pocket, integrated curb assistants, ergonomic push handles |
| Testing: | Tested to meet ISO 7176 and RESNA standards |
| Shipping Weight: | 47.83 lbs |
| Assembly: | Ships fully assembled |
| Maximum Slope (Invacare): | 10° |
| Warranty: | Brochure: 5 Year Limited Warranty; owner’s manual: one year. Ask us to confirm |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Invacare EasyGlide wheelchair?
It’s a steel standard wheelchair from Invacare rated for 300 lbs, with flip-back removable desk arms and 24″ flat-free rear wheels. You choose a 16″, 18″ or 20″ seat, swing-away footrests or elevating legrests, and a black or blue frame.
Can the rider push the EasyGlide wheelchair themselves?
Yes. The 24″ rear wheels let the rider wheel the chair, and a caregiver can also push it using the push handles.
Which seat width should I choose?
Measure the rider’s hips while seated and add about 2″, then pick the closest width that isn’t smaller: 16″, 18″ or 20″. Most average adults use 18″.
Should I get swing-away footrests or elevating legrests?
Swing-away footrests are right for most people. Choose elevating legrests if the rider has leg swelling, a leg in a cast, or has been told by a doctor or therapist to keep the legs raised.
Do the arms come off?
Yes. Every EasyGlide wheelchair has flip-back, removable desk-length arms. They flip back or lift off for sideways transfers, and the shorter desk front lets the rider roll closer to a table.
How much weight can the EasyGlide wheelchair hold?
Invacare rates it for 300 lbs in every seat width. Users over 300 lbs should not use it.
How much does the EasyGlide wheelchair weigh?
Invacare lists the chair weight as 41.33 lbs. It’s a steel chair, so if you’ll lift it into a car every day, ask us about lighter options.
Does the EasyGlide wheelchair fold?
Yes. The backrest folds down and the frame folds compact. Invacare lists a 14.5″ folded width in its spec table and 12.5″ in its feature text, so plan for about 14.5″.
Do the tires need air?
No. The rear wheels have solid, flat-free tires, so there’s nothing to pump up or patch.
What’s the difference between the EasyGlide wheelchair and the EasyGlide transport chair?
Who pushes. The wheelchair has 24″ rear wheels so the rider can wheel themselves, and it’s rated for 300 lbs. The transport chair has 8″ wheels all around, is pushed by a companion and is rated for 250 lbs.
Is black or blue the frame or the fabric?
The frame. Invacare lists black and blue as frame colors. The size and features are the same either way.
What warranty comes with the EasyGlide wheelchair?
Ask us to confirm. Invacare’s brochure lists a 5 Year Limited Warranty, but the warranty page in the owner’s manual lists one year, so we’ll check the current terms with Invacare for you.
🔗 Wheelchair Guides, Answers & Tools
Still choosing a seat width or deciding between a wheelchair and a transport chair? These pages cover it, and you can call us at 585-505-6665 any time.
👉 Manual Wheelchair Knowledge Base
👉 Manual Wheelchair Assessment Tool
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION
| Brand: | Invacare |
| Model: | EasyGlide Wheelchair |
| Invacare Item #: | EGWC16STRSBK, EGWC16STRSBU, EGWC16STREBK, EGWC16STREBU, EGWC18STRSBK, EGWC18STRSBU, EGWC18STREBK, EGWC18STREBU, EGWC20STRSBK, EGWC20STRSBU, EGWC20STREBK, EGWC20STREBU |
| Type: | Standard manual wheelchair |
| Seat Width: | 16″, 18″ or 20″ |
| Frame: | Steel |
| Arms: | Desk-length, L-shaped, flip-back and removable |
| Front Rigging: | Swing-away footrests or elevating legrests |
| Colors: | Black, Blue |
| Weight Capacity: | 300 lbs |
| Chair Weight: | 41.33 lbs |
| Seat Depth: | Ask us (Invacare lists 15.7″ in the manual and 17.72″ in the brochure) |
| Seat Height: | 19.5″ seat to floor |
| Rear Wheels: | 24″, solid flat-free tires |
| Front Casters: | Polyurethane, 1.25″ wide (ask us for the diameter) |
| Brakes: | Push-to-lock wheel brakes |
| Folding: | Fold-down backrest; folds to 14.5″ wide (spec table) / 12.5″ (feature text) |
| Back Height: | 18.5″ (brochure); 17.3″ (owner’s manual) |
| Overall Width: | 29.5″ (one figure listed by Invacare for all seat widths) |
| Overall Height: | 36″ |
| Upholstery: | Padded seat and back; nylon back upholstery, PVC arm pads |
| Extras: | Storage pocket, integrated curb assistants, ergonomic push handles |
| Testing: | Tested to meet ISO 7176 and RESNA standards |
| Shipping Weight: | 47.83 lbs |
| Assembly: | Ships fully assembled |
| Maximum Slope (Invacare): | 10° |
| Warranty: | Brochure: 5 Year Limited Warranty; owner’s manual: one year. Ask us to confirm |
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Return Policy
At MedCare Mobility, we understand that purchasing medical and mobility equipment is an important decision. Our goal is to make the ordering, delivery, and return process as clear and straightforward as possible.
Because many of the products we offer are large, specialized, or shipped directly from manufacturer and distributor warehouses, shipping and return requirements may vary somewhat by product and brand. The policy below explains what you can generally expect when ordering from MedCare Mobility.
Shipping & Order Processing
We ship medical and mobility equipment to customers throughout the United States. Orders are processed as quickly as possible, and tracking information is provided once available.
Processing Time
Most in-stock orders are processed within approximately 1–3 business days. Processing may include order verification, warehouse preparation, packaging, and coordination with the manufacturer or distributor.
Some specialty equipment, made-to-order products, oversized items, or products shipping directly from a manufacturer may require additional processing time. Any estimated processing or lead time shown on an individual product page should be considered part of the expected fulfillment timeframe for that item.
Transit & Delivery Time
Once shipped, many standard orders arrive within approximately 3–7 business days. Larger medical equipment, freight shipments, specialty products, and certain manufacturer-direct orders may require additional transit time.
Tracking information will generally be emailed once the shipment has been processed by the carrier. If you have questions regarding the status of your order, please contact us at info@medcaremobility.com.
Alaska, Hawaii & Special Shipping Areas
Orders shipping to Alaska, Hawaii, and certain remote or limited-access areas may be subject to additional shipping charges. If an additional charge is required after your order is reviewed, we will contact you before proceeding whenever additional payment is necessary.
Freight & Oversized Equipment
Hospital beds, patient lifts, large recliners, ramps, and other oversized medical equipment may ship by freight rather than standard parcel service. Unless a specific delivery service is stated on the product page or order, freight delivery does not automatically include inside delivery, assembly, installation, or removal of packaging.
30-Day Return Policy
We want you to feel comfortable ordering from MedCare Mobility. Most eligible products may be returned when a return is requested within 30 days of delivery, subject to the conditions and exclusions outlined below.
Eligible products generally include:
- Electric and power wheelchairs
- Manual and lightweight wheelchairs
- Mobility scooters
- Walkers and rollators
- Patient lifts
- Wheelchair ramps
- Hospital and homecare beds
- Eligible medical mattresses
- Geriatric and medical recliner chairs
- Overbed tables
- Bathroom benches and shower chairs
- Other eligible medical and mobility equipment
Return eligibility can vary by manufacturer and product type. Products specifically identified as non-returnable, custom, made-to-order, or otherwise subject to special return terms are governed by those terms.
Return Authorization
Please contact us before shipping any product back. Returns must first be approved and issued a Return Authorization (RA) and the appropriate return shipping address.
You may request a return by emailing info@medcaremobility.com or contacting our customer service team through the live chat on our website.
Please do not return merchandise to an address shown on the original shipping label unless specifically instructed to do so. Many products ship directly from manufacturer or distributor warehouses, and the correct return location may be different from the original shipping location.
Condition of Returned Merchandise
To qualify for a return and refund, the product must be returned:
- In brand-new and unused condition
- In its complete original manufacturer packaging
- With all manuals, components, hardware, accessories, and included materials
- Without damage, modification, assembly wear, stains, odors, or other signs of use
- In resalable condition upon inspection by the receiving warehouse or manufacturer
We strongly recommend keeping the original box, pallet, protective materials, and packaging until you are certain that you intend to keep the equipment. Large medical equipment can be difficult or impossible to return safely without its original packaging.
Restocking Fees
Approved returns are subject to a mandatory restocking fee, generally ranging from 15% to 20% of the applicable product price. The exact restocking percentage varies depending on the manufacturer, brand, and type of equipment being returned.
These restocking charges are assessed to us by the manufacturer or distributing warehouse when merchandise is returned. MedCare Mobility does not add the fee simply as a return penalty; when the manufacturer requires the charge, we must pass the applicable amount through as part of processing the return.
If you would like to know the applicable restocking percentage for a particular product before ordering, please contact us and we will be happy to help whenever that information is available from the manufacturer.
Return Shipping & Shipping Charges
The customer is responsible for shipping charges associated with the order when making a standard return.
Customers are responsible for arranging for the approved merchandise to be returned to the return address provided with the Return Authorization. In certain cases, we may be able to provide a prepaid return label or coordinate return transportation for your convenience. When provided, the applicable shipping cost may be deducted from the final refund.
Because some medical equipment is oversized or requires freight transportation, prepaid labels or carrier call tags may not be available for every product. Our customer service team will provide the available return instructions when your return is authorized.
Non-Returnable Products
For health, hygiene, safety, customization, and manufacturer-policy reasons, certain products are not eligible for standard returns.
We currently do not accept returns on:
- Parts & accessories
- Wheelchair cushions and support accessories
- Patient lift slings
- Custom or made-to-order products
- Products specifically identified as non-returnable on the product page
If a non-returnable product arrives damaged, defective, or incorrect, please contact us promptly. Non-returnable status does not prevent us from assisting with a legitimate shipping damage, defect, warranty, or fulfillment issue in accordance with the applicable manufacturer and carrier procedures.
Damaged or Incorrect Orders
We take shipping damage seriously and will work with you to help resolve legitimate delivery issues.
If your product arrives damaged, please notify MedCare Mobility within 48 hours of delivery. Whenever possible, retain the shipping carton, pallet, packaging materials, and the product exactly as received and take clear photographs of the packaging and any visible damage.
Reporting damage promptly is important because carriers and manufacturers have limited timeframes for filing freight and shipping claims.
If you receive an incorrect product or believe there is a manufacturer defect, please contact us before returning or disposing of any merchandise or packaging so that we can provide the appropriate instructions.
Refused Deliveries
Please contact us before refusing a delivery unless the shipment has obvious significant freight damage and the carrier is documenting the damage at delivery.
A shipment that is refused for reasons unrelated to verified shipping damage may be treated as a standard return. Applicable restocking and shipping charges may therefore be deducted from the refund.
Return Shipping Deadline
Once a return has been approved and return instructions or a return label have been issued, the merchandise must be shipped within 72 hours unless MedCare Mobility provides different instructions in writing.
This is particularly important when a return is approaching the end of the applicable return period. Returns shipped outside the authorized timeframe may be refused by the manufacturer or warehouse and may no longer qualify for a refund.
Refund Processing
Refunds are processed after the returned merchandise has been received and inspected by the applicable warehouse or manufacturer and the return has been confirmed to meet the return requirements.
The applicable restocking fee, shipping charges associated with the order, and any other authorized return-related charges will be deducted from the amount eligible for refund.
If returned merchandise is used, damaged, incomplete, missing original packaging or components, or otherwise returned in a condition that prevents the manufacturer or warehouse from accepting it as new and resalable merchandise, the return may be refused or the refund may be reduced in accordance with the manufacturer’s assessment.
Custom & Made-to-Order Products
Products identified as custom, configured, made-to-order, special-order, or manufactured specifically for the customer cannot generally be canceled once production or manufacturer processing has begun and are not eligible for standard returns.
For custom products, cancellation may only be possible during the initial processing period and before production or customization begins. Because production schedules vary by manufacturer, we encourage customers to contact us immediately if a change is required.
If a custom product arrives damaged or has a legitimate manufacturing defect, we will work with the manufacturer to pursue the appropriate resolution, replacement components, repair, or other available remedy under the applicable manufacturer policy or warranty.
Questions Before Ordering?
Medical equipment can vary considerably in size, configuration, compatibility, and intended use. If you are unsure whether a product will work for your needs, we strongly encourage you to contact us before placing your order.
Our team is happy to help review product specifications, dimensions, options, compatibility, and available manufacturer information so you can make a more informed purchasing decision and reduce the possibility of needing a return.
For shipping, return, or product questions, contact us at info@medcaremobility.com or speak with us through the live chat on our website.
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