A stair chair lift is one which is fitted onto the railings along the track of the stairway.
Almost all types of stairways can enable you to fit on your stair chair lift, whether curved or straight.
They are designed with a seat pan, seat belt, arm rest as well as foot rests and are operated by wireless remote control.
Some do come with soft stop start and stop functions as well.
They tuck away unobtrusively along the railings and some are even foldable to give more space to stairways.
The stair elevator on the other hand, is similar to a vertical platform lift, where a flat piece of metallic platform is connected to a motor and operated by electricity.
They are also attached to the railings along the track and most are wireless.
They are more versatile and can literally transport not just humans, but also luggage, grocery, or simply anything heavy that needs to be moved up or down the levels.
Your choice on which to select should ultimately be based on your needs.
Of course your budget should take precedence as you do not want to be strapped of cash in the midst of installation.
Take for instance if you have developed severs arthritis, is constantly felling the aches and pains on your joints, and climbing up and down the stairs is proving to be a really mean feat for you, then it is advisable that you should opt for the stair chair lift.
Alternatively, if you are wheelchair bound and is unable to move about the house without the help of a wheelchair, you should opt for the stair elevator instead.
The function of a vertical platform lift is multipurpose and can help to lift heavy goods.