Smirthwaite Combi Chair: a potty and commode seat in one frame

Toilet training rarely follows a neat timeline, and for some children it takes extra time and a well-supported seat. A chair that can adapt as the child grows and gains confidence saves a family from buying one piece of equipment after another. The Smirthwaite Combi Chair is built around that idea, and it is now on our shelf. Below, we walk through Smirthwaite's published details.

What it is and who it suits

The Combi is a toileting chair on a wooden frame. It carries two ways to use it: a potty that sits in the seat for younger children, and a plastic commode seat for later. Smirthwaite's product page calls it "a great starter seat" and notes that the potty is interchangeable. For support while seated, it also comes with a padded, upholstered seat and a pelvic strap that fastens with Velcro.

Smirthwaite lists an age range from 2 years to adult across its four sizes. The chair is adjustable in several directions: seat height and seat depth both change, and the armrests are height adjustable. Those adjustments let the seat be set to the child rather than the other way around.

Choosing a size and setting it up well matters for a seat like this. A therapist or clinician can advise on size and set-up, and can also suggest which of the optional accessories, if any, would help.

Key specs

These figures come from Smirthwaite's product page for the Combi:

• Seat height: 8.5 to 11.4 in (size 1), 10.8 to 14.8 in (size 2), 11.8 to 15.7 in (size 3), 13.4 to 17.7 in (size 4)
• Seat width: 11.4 in (size 1), 12.8 in (size 2), 14.4 in (size 3), 17.1 in (size 4)
• Seat depth: 8.1 to 11.4 in (size 1), 9.6 to 14 in (size 2), 12.2 to 15.2 in (size 3), 13.8 to 17.3 in (size 4)
• Back height: 12.8 in (size 1), 14.6 in (size 2), 15.7 in (size 3), 19.7 in (size 4)
• Maximum user weight: 77 lb (size 1), 99 lb (size 2), 121 lb (size 3), 143 lb (size 4)
• Chair weight: 24 lb (size 1), 29 lb (size 2), 31 lb (size 3), 33 lb (size 4)
• Armrests: height adjustable

Every size on our listing is in blue. When comparing sizes, look at seat width and user weight together, and check that the seat height range lets the child's feet reach the floor or a footrest. The chair weighs between 24 and 33 pounds depending on size, so think about who will move it between rooms.

What's in the box

Smirthwaite lists the following as standard:

• Potty
• Commode seat (plastic)
• Seat, upholstered
• Pelvic strap (Velcro)

Warranty

Smirthwaite's terms and conditions describe its coverage:

• Cover: materials and workmanship, for 2 years once the chair is delivered
• Not covered: accident, neglect or misuse, failure to follow the instructions, and ordinary wear and tear
• Smirthwaite warns that ignoring the instructions may invalidate the warranty
• Claims: Smirthwaite Customer Services handles them and advises what happens next

Made to go with it

• Smirthwaite Combi Chair Accessories, including pelvic cushions, footrests, a tray and a toggle handrail, each sized to the Combi.
• Smirthwaite Bath Corner Chair, a low seat for children in the tub.

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Shipping and delivery

We ship to the lower 48 states and DC, with free shipping on orders over $500, $15 shipping on orders under $500, and the sales tax covered by us. The Combi arrives by lift-gate delivery, which adds a $175 charge to the order. The shipping by state page has details for your location. Contact us at info@faithmobility.com if you would like help with sizes before you order.

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Sources

• Smirthwaite: Combi
• Smirthwaite: Terms and conditions (warranty)