Drive Medical Hugo Elite Rollator Walker with Seat, Backrest and Basket, Blue

*** PLEASE READ ALL THE WAY THROUGH ***This is the fifth rolling walker I have purchased over 20-years. Each time there have been subtle changes to the stability of the rollerator but also to some conveniences I really liked & wish they had kept (SEE BELOW). That said, this is an AWESOME walker!! Used daily inside & out; on buses, subways & autos; to shopping, restaurants and everywhere in between. Strong & very well made. Stable when used for even the tallest or heaviest individuals. It rolls easily while still giving support. It has two (2) hand brakes for more control while walking, sudden stopping, or slowing while navigating an incline. Handle bars adjust for an individual's height. Included is a comfortable seat should there be a need to rest or while waiting without having to stand. The seat can also serve as a place for a shopping tote while shopping, for a plate or food tray, or place purchases & boxes too large for the under seat storage area. Unlike some similar products, this one includes two (2) storage areas - under the seat & a removable handlebar bag. It also has a cushioned back rest bar for support while utilizing the fold down seat.First, the UPGRADES:* Brake cable system appears better.* Wheels seem a bit wider for better stability* Has a red pull out pin on one side to enable folding for additional safety *** Each wheel stem has an additional snap on safety pin should the single stem pin failChanges DELETED:* The two longer wheels (when folded down) no longer have a pull pin to allow folding inward of the wheels cutting down on the length of folded walker to fit into smaller car trunks* Deleted the velvo "pocket" under the fold down seat for securing smaller items such as an ID or small wallet - even with walker folded* Deleted both side zippered pockets inside the storage area under the seat which secured (even when folded) small tools, keys, lube for wheels, or other items that now fall out of the storage area if the walker is folded* Deleted the wheel height adjustment. Now the wheel stems have only one hole for attachment to the frame which eliminated a second adjustable height option setting. So for taller individuals, the seat may be too low for some individuals to comfortably get up from or even unable to use the seat at all.Things that STILL NEED IMPROVEMENT:** Folding handle mechanism is NOT easy to use for shorter individuals. There used to be a short strap at the bottom of the storage area under the seat which you pulled up to fold walker. NOW there is a VERY LONG strap attached to the outside of the storage area, making it difficult for shorter people to pull all the way up (over head almost) to close. Need to go back to a shorter pull up strap.** The red pin release needs to be pulled as you lift up on the long strap. This requires using one hand to pull out the pin, while simultaneously using the other hand to lift the strap up to close. This takes a stable walker with 4-wheels on the ground to only 2, causing the walker to roll away from you if you not strong enough to literally hold the walker upright or it immediately falls to the ground when in locks folded.** After folding there is no way for the walker to "stand" vertically since only two wheels are now in contact with the ground making leaning it against a wall impossible without it falling. If you don't have the space to lay it down flat (horizontally) while folded, it actually takes up less space to leave it unfolded.** The brake cables still are on the "outside" of the frame. These "loops" of cable by the hand grips (on both sides of the walker) allow them to catch on things while moving. This ultimately brakes the hand brake cables. (Every single previous walker this has happened to us. So trying to avoid this happening this time around, I installed velcro straps to the cable & handlebars eliminating the cable from sticking out to catch on anything).** Stress importance of correct hand grip height. When adjusted correctly, the top of hand grip should be lined up with individual's knuckle bump on wrist. If set too low, it causes an individual to walk hunched over. If set too high, it eliminates support needed if a person loses their balance.** Need to be able to adjust seat height. Either bring back the wheel stem height adjustments or add an adjustment option to the frame itself for the option to raise the seat to a comfortable height for both individuals who are taller or for those to need it higher than normal to assist them to move from sitting to standing.** Add zipper closure to handlebar bags outer pocket. Currently, the large center pocket is secured only with two snaps allowing smaller items to fall out of the bag when walker is folded or moved in or out of the trunk. Since both under seat storage area zipper pockets were removed, the handle bar bag could be used instead if more secure. I have only used the handlebar bag large outer pocket to carry a cable lock should the need arise to secure the walker temporarily elsewhere (dining out, theater, stadiums, etc. if it would block a fire lane) to keep it from "disappearing". After moving any under the seat items to the removable bag, I unattach it & carry it with me.

I love my new Hugo Elite Rollator Walker with Seat, I broke my foot a couple months ago and with my severe arthritis in my ankles I was constantly struggling to walk. I knew I would be needing a walker eventually and I started checking around drug stores and found one I kind of liked but it was very expensive. I decided to go online and found the Hugo Elite. Amazon had the best price by far. The reviews and the questions helped a lot. This particular walker had the ability to be lowered for shorter people so when they sit in the seat, their feet touch the ground and don't dangle. So much more comfortable. I like the color. It can hold up to a total of 300 lb. The seat width is pretty much the standard seat but it is padded and very comfortable for even a lenghty time. The seat lifts up and you have a carrying bag underneath. I leave that on all the time though it can unsnap if you want it off. There is a strap that when you fold up the walker you can use to help fold it up. It hides in the basket when you don't use it. Also on the handlebars you have another tote with many pockets. It is slightly heavier than some walkers but even with my broken foot I was able to put it in my car. The big 8" wheels ride over carpet and grass easily. We took it on our trip to the beach a few weeks ago and it was very handy. We had a place for our towels and my husband's glasses and even our room key had its own pocket. The blue cloth basket is so roomy I didn't even realize we had brought the pool towels back with us to the room. I keep it upright usually so that I can use it first thing in the morning when my ankles are the most stiff. It wheels around most things easily. My cat walks under it while I am walking :-) I find that like a wheel chair, areas are not all that accessible; however, unlike a wheel chair, I can keep working with it like moving it up and down a step if I need to. We have had to move our kitchen garbage can as the wheels would get caught up in that area. Now It moves pretty much through the halls and tighter areas in most cases. I really don't have any cons. I wish I could walk like I used to but this has increased my walking much more so. I actually put the square laundry basket on the seat and that makes it easier to get the wash to the laundry room. When we were at a buffet on our vacation, I set the plate of food on the seat so I could easily go through the line. The brakes work well, I usually remember to put the brakes on when I close it so I can work with it without it sliding away from me. I also set the brakes when I am going to sit down on the seat. I did not take it ON the beach but did use it comfortably in the pool area. We kept it to the back of our car so when we got out at rest areas my husband could just open up the hatch and pull it out. I learned not all rest areas are accessible as I thought. It was hard to get a door open but with the walker but unlike a wheel chair, I could still pull the door open. While in the restroom, the handicapped stall was in use and I had to put my walker right up to the door and go in on my own to use the facilities. I could keep my eye on the walker but it was a learning experience for me. Using a handicapped stall would have probably been enough room for the walker and me. It was fairly easy to set up. Directions were illustrations and printed instructions. For purposes of getting the correct heights you should have the patient with you... but resetting them later wouldn't be too much problem. This was worth the money for sure. I have had it about 6-8 weeks and have had no problems or any regrets. After a day without using it, and I feel I have overdone, it is a joy to use it for the rest of the evening.