Feather Chair 18": a 19 lb wheelchair that folds in moments

Most folding wheelchairs make you choose between a sturdy chair and a light one. Feather Mobility set out to narrow that gap, and the Feather Chair 18" is the result. It is now on our shelf, and below is what Feather says about it.

What it is and who it suits

The Feather Chair is a lightweight folding wheelchair with large rear wheels. Complete, it weighs 19 lbs. Pop the rear wheels off and the bare frame is 13.5 lbs, which is the piece you lift into the car. Folding is a two-step job: drop the backrest, then lift the center of the seat. Feather says that getting it open again and putting the wheels back on takes under a minute.

Controls sit where each person needs them. A companion gets bicycle-style brake levers at the push handles, which lock. The rider gets wheel locks mounted up front on the frame, within reach from the seat. Armrests run the full length of the seat, and the footrests swing aside for transfers. Its nylon upholstery is charcoal, trimmed in orange.

Feather rates the 18 inch model at 300 lbs for chairs made from January 2026 onward. This chair suits riders who travel often, riders who load their own chair, or have a companion who would rather not lift a heavy steel frame.

Our listing offers it standard or with quick-release wheels and anti-tippers.

Key specs

These figures come from Feather Mobility's Feather Chair product page:

• Seat: 18 inches wide, 16 inches deep
• Seat-to-floor height: 19 inches
• Weight capacity: 300 lbs (models from January 2026)
• Chair weight: 19 lbs; 13.5 lbs without wheels
• Overall: 25 inches wide, 30 inches long, 35 inches high
• Folded: 15 inches wide, 28 inches high, 29 inches deep
• Wheels: 6 inches in front, 22 inches in back on quick-release axles
• Armrests: full length, 9 inches high
• Back height: 16 inches
• Footrests: swing-away

The weight rating changed with the January 2026 production, so if you compare this chair with older reviews or listings, go by Feather's current figure.

What's in the box

Feather does not list box contents on the page we used.

Warranty

From the Feather Chair page:

• Wearable parts: six months, limited
• Labor, service visits and shipping for repairs are not covered unless Feather authorizes them.
• Commercial use is not covered.
• Repairs or changes by anyone other than the maker's authorized personnel are not covered.

Standard or with anti-tippers?

Anti-tippers are small arms at the back of a wheelchair that stop the chair from rocking too far backward, for example when the rider leans back or goes up a curb. Some riders and companions like the extra peace of mind; others find them in the way when tipping the chair over a step on purpose. If you are unsure which version to order, think about where the chair will be used most, and contact us with any questions.

Related chairs on our shelf

• Feather Chair 20", the same design with a wider seat.
• Feather Chair HD 350, Feather's heavy-duty version with a broader seat still.
• Feather 18" Transport Wheelchair, a companion-pushed chair with small rear wheels.

Our wheelchairs collection shows the full range.

Shipping

Delivery reaches the lower 48 states and DC. Orders above $500 ship free and orders below ship for $15; the sales tax is on us. For your state, see our shipping by state page, or contact us at info@faithmobility.com.

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See the Feather Chair 18" Lightweight Wheelchair on Faith Mobility.

Sources

• Feather Mobility: Feather Chair