Everyday mobile hoists
All-round hoists for frequent transfers at home or in a care home, lifting from the floor as well as from the bed or chair.
Mobile Hoists
Mobile hoists for safer transfers, wherever they're needed
Our mobile hoists help carers lift and move someone safely between the bed, chair, toilet and floor, with no building work, following a free moving and handling assessment.
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Mobile Hoists
Browse our mobile hoists
Explore our range of Etac Molift mobile hoists below, from folding travel hoists to high-capacity models.
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About this category
Types of mobile hoist
Mobile hoists come in a few different styles, suited to different homes, users and transfers.
Folding and travel hoists
Lightweight hoists that fold without tools for storage or travel, ideal for short transfers at home.
High-capacity hoists
Hoists with safe working loads of 255kg and 300kg for plus-size users and more complex transfers.
Safer, more flexible transfers
Why choose a mobile hoist
Mobile hoists are a practical way to make transfers safer at home, following a proper moving and handling assessment.
No building work
A mobile hoist doesn't need a ceiling track or any fixings, so it can be used straight away.
Lifts from the floor
Most mobile hoists can lift someone safely from the floor as well as from a bed, chair or toilet.
Moves from room to room
Wheel the hoist to where it's needed, as long as there's room to manoeuvre it.
Reduces strain on carers
Removes the manual lifting from transfers, helping protect the wellbeing of carers and family members.
Buying guide
How to choose the right mobile hoist
Work through these steps with our team to find a hoist that suits the person and your home.
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Book a free assessment
We'll look at the person's needs, the transfers involved and the space at home, working alongside any occupational therapist.
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Check the space
Make sure there's room to manoeuvre the hoist and enough clearance under the bed and chairs for the hoist's legs.
3
Choose the hoist and sling
Match the hoist's safe working load and lifting range to the person, then choose the right sling type and size.
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Get training and servicing in place
Make sure carers are shown how to use the hoist safely, and arrange regular inspection and servicing from the start.
Free specialist assessment
Get expert help choosing Mobile Hoists
Arrange a free assessment with one of our specialists to find the safest and most suitable solution for your needs.
Find the safest solution
Arrange a free assessment with one of our specialists to find the safest and most suitable solution for your needs.
A local, family-run team
Speak with a local mobility team that understands Lee-on-the-Solent, Gosport, Fareham, Portsmouth and nearby areas.
No-pressure specialist advice
Get clear guidance on comfort, range, storage, controls and practical everyday fit before you choose.
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Common questions
Mobile hoists: your questions answered
Answers to some of the questions we're asked most often about mobile hoists.
What is a mobile hoist?
A mobile hoist is a wheeled lifting frame with a motorised arm that lifts a person in a sling, so a carer can move them safely between the bed, chair, toilet or floor.
Should I choose a mobile hoist or a ceiling hoist?
A mobile hoist needs no installation and can be moved between rooms, but it needs floor space to manoeuvre. A ceiling hoist takes up no floor space and is often easier for one carer to use, but needs a track or a freestanding gantry. We'll help you compare both at your free assessment.
Will a mobile hoist fit under my bed?
The hoist's legs need to fit under the bed. Most of our mobile hoists have legs around 105–115mm high, and low-base versions are available for beds with less clearance. We check this at the assessment.
Do mobile hoists need regular inspection?
Yes. Hoists are lifting equipment, so we recommend a thorough examination by a competent person every six months, in line with LOLER (the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998), along with the manufacturer's recommended servicing.
Am I eligible for VAT relief on a mobile hoist?
If you have a disability or a long-term illness, you may qualify for VAT relief on an eligible mobile hoist. You complete a simple eligibility declaration and we remove the VAT from your quotation.
Hire available
Equipment hire
Mobile Hoists for hire
Need equipment for a shorter period? Hire mobile hoists for a holiday, respite stay, or to try before you buy, through our dedicated hire partner, Solent Mobility Hire, delivering and supporting customers across Hampshire.
- Short & long-term hire. Daily, weekly or monthly hire to suit holidays, respite care or a trial period.
- Local delivery & collection. Delivered, set up and collected by our own Hampshire-based team.
- Support included. Friendly advice and support for the full length of your hire.
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Resale service
Sell your used mobile hoists
Upgrading, or no longer need your mobile hoists? We can sell good-quality used equipment on your behalf, for customers across Hampshire. You receive up to 40% of the final sale price once it sells.
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Contact us
Tell us about your equipment, its make, model, age and condition, by phone or through our contact form.
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Free assessment
We assess the item to check it is suitable for resale, with no obligation to proceed.
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Preparation & sale
If accepted, we prepare and advertise it for sale, which may include servicing or new batteries.
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You get paid
Once it sells, you receive up to 40% of the final sale price, minus any agreed costs.
We sell equipment on your behalf rather than buying it outright. Read how our resale service works, including pricing and terms .
Servicing & repairs
Servicing and repairs for mobile hoists
Keep your mobile hoists safe and compliant with LOLER-compliant hoist and sling inspections, servicing and repairs from our Hampshire-based engineers.
LOLER-compliant inspections
Hoist and sling inspections carried out to LOLER requirements.
Servicing & repairs
Routine servicing and repairs carried out by our own engineers.
Friendly booking
Clear next steps, no jargon, from our Hampshire-based team.
Pre-Loved available
Pre-loved equipment
Pre-loved and refurbished mobile hoists
Looking for more affordable mobile hoists? Browse our quality-checked refurbished and second-hand stock, inspected by our Hampshire-based engineers before sale.
- Fully inspected. Every item is checked and serviced by our own engineers before it goes on sale.
- Save on new. Get quality equipment at a fraction of the price of buying new.
- Same local support. The same Hampshire-based advice and aftercare as our new equipment range.
Pre-Loved Mobility Equipment
Browse refurbished and second-hand stock, inspected and ready to go.
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Find the right mobile hoist with honest local advice
Book a free moving and handling assessment and get practical, no-obligation advice from our Lee-on-the-Solent team.