The Rehasense Eco Assist is a compact, cost-effective power assist designed to make everyday wheelchair use easier, particularly in urban environments. Built from a combination of high-strength aluminium and steel, it balances durability with manageable weight, making it a practical option for users who want powered assistance without moving into heavier or more complex handbike systems.
The Eco Assist uses a 350 W motor paired with a lithium battery, providing enough power to handle day-to-day travel and gradients of up to 10%. In practice, this makes it well suited to town use, pavements, cycle paths, and general commuting rather than demanding off-road terrain. A twin-brake system and traction control contribute to predictable, controlled handling, helping maintain confidence on varied surfaces.
Connection to the wheelchair is via a manual clamp system with a central locking safety mechanism. This allows the Eco Assist to be fitted and removed quickly, without permanent modification to the wheelchair frame. The fixed 12″ front wheel design keeps installation simple and avoids the need for steering alterations to the chair itself. With a fitting width range of 21 cm to 48 cm and clamp height adjustment between 26 cm and 42 cm, the Eco Assist is compatible with most active and lightweight wheelchairs.
With the battery fitted, the Eco Assist weighs approximately 15.5 kg. Removing the battery, kick-stand, and clamping brackets reduces this to around 9.4 kg, which makes lifting and transporting it significantly easier. This flexibility is particularly useful for users who travel by car and want to minimise lifting weight. All external surfaces are powder-coated or anodised, providing good resistance to everyday wear and exposure to the elements.
Control is straightforward and intuitive. A twist-grip throttle, central LED display, on/off switch, and three speed modes are all integrated into the handlebars. Standard features include cruise control, anti-slip traction control, an LED headlight, and a horn. The Eco Assist has a top speed of up to 12.4 mph, and the battery can be charged from empty to full in around 5 hours.
Overall, the Eco Assist works best for users who want reliable, uncomplicated powered assistance for everyday travel, particularly in towns and cities. It prioritises simplicity, ease of fitting, and value, making it a sensible choice for those who don’t need the higher torque, customisation, or off-road capability of more advanced handbike systems.
