Shower stools and seats can be very useful for people with reduced mobility or disabilities who need extra support in the shower. They’re a great aid to help maintain independence, and they can keep you safe while you’re taking care of yourself.
What is the best shower seat?
When choosing the best shower stool for you, consider your individual needs and requirements and the space available in your shower or bathroom, as you’ll need to make sure it will fit. If you are unsure of how to navigate the variety of shower seats and shower stools on the market and who they can best help, Complete Care Shop is on hand to assist.
We have compiled a list of nine different shower seats and stools based on the features our customers look for when buying a shower chair.
The best budget shower stool
NRS Economy Shower Stool
The NRS Economy Shower Stool is the cheapest shower stool we offer and is OT-recommended, so you don’t have to compromise quality for affordability. It’s sturdy and lightweight, has adjustable legs so you can set it to the most comfortable height, and features rubber ferrules to prevent movement.
Whether you need to grab shampoo off a shelf or manoeuvre yourself to get to those hard-to-reach spots, you are appropriately supported.
The best shower stool with handles
NRS Healthcare Shower Stool With Handles
Also OT-recommended, the NRS Shower Stool With Handles is beloved by our customers, with adjustable legs and a sturdy frame.
After a fall in the shower, it can be hard to regain confidence in your independence, and our customers tell us that this stool with handles helps them achieve this. It also has rubber feet for added stability and is lightweight, so it can easily be moved.
The most modern-looking shower chair
Chroma Wall Mounted Folding Shower Chair
If you need a shower chair but are concerned about finding one that matches your bathroom décor, look no further than the Chroma Wall Mounted Folding Shower Chair. Sleek and white, it’s minimalistic in appearance, perfectly balancing style and function.
When not in use it can be folded away, making it ideal for shared bathrooms or smaller spaces. It has a soft-close hinge to help protect the wall and fittings from sudden slams. Always make sure this is fitted correctly and in the best position for the person.
The best budget shower seat
NRS Healthcare Swivel Shower Stool
This shower stool isn’t the very cheapest that we offer but it is in a similar price bracket. What gives this stool the edge is that it comes with lots of helpful features that make it the ideal budget shower stool.
The NRS Healthcare Swivel Shower Stool is perfect for people with reduced mobility as the rubber feet hold strong in a wet shower. Furthermore, the swivel movement of the seat enables the user to stay safely sat down yet move around as needed.
Whether you need to grab shampoo off a shelf or manoeuvre yourself to get to those hard-to-reach spots, you are appropriately supported.
The best bariatric shower stool
Bariatric Detachable Back Shower Stool
The Bariatric Detachable Back Shower Stool is a great option for those with a higher body weight who need extra support in the shower. It includes arm rails to help make it easier to stand again and features a detachable backrest.
This bariatric shower stool is OT-recommended and has all the features you’ll be looking for, including a weight limit of 45 stone (286kg).
The best corner shower stool
NRS NUVO™ Padded Corner Shower Stool
If you have limited space in your shower or bathroom, the NRS NUVO™ Padded Corner Shower Stool is worth considering as it takes up little space. This shower stool is popular with our customers as it provides comfortable seating in a reasonable size that fits in the corner of most showers. Lightweight and height adjustable, it offers practicality in the smallest of spaces
The best shower chair on wheels
NRS Economy Mobile Shower Chair
The ergonomically shaped NRS Economy Mobile Shower Chair is sturdy and comfortable, with convenient drainage holes. It’s a great choice for wheelchair users with a wet room.
It also has height-adjustable legs, and its wheels can be easily locked and unlocked to be moved around when needed or secured in place.
The best multipurpose shower chair
Ocean Shower Commode Chair
The Ocean Shower Commode Chair is one of the best shower seat options for those on a budget or lacking space who need a chair with multiple functionalities. Its armrests flip-up and the footrests swing away for easier side transfers, and the seat can be removed for easy cleaning.
This commode chair is suitable for those weighing up to 18st 12lb (120kg).
The best tilt in space shower chair
Tilt In Space Shower Commode Chair
Our Tilt In Space Shower Commode Chair, is a lightweight chair that provides a versatile bathing and toileting solution for a wide variety of people. It can be tilted from 6 to 25 degrees in a variety of positions via the ergonomically designed hand lever. A soft padded seat ensures added comfort and security.
This seat is easy to manoeuvre being made of strong but lightweight aluminium, and easy to clean - with a removable backrest which can be laundered and replaced as necessary. The flip-up armrests allow for easier transfers, and the headrest is also height adjustable to provide comfort and stability.
The best travel shower chair
NRS Healthcare Folding Shower Chair
The NRS Healthcare Folding Shower Chair is also OT-recommended and perfect if you often visit relatives and friends or go on holiday. Our customers love it because it is so easy to fold and put away.
This shower chair is lightweight and portable, weighing just under 10 lbs (4.3kg), but it is still stable and durable. It is made from plastic-coated steel with a non-corroding plastic moulded seat.
As with all chairs on our list, this folding travel shower chair can be even cheaper if you are eligible for VAT relief as a disabled person or someone with a chronic illness.
Choosing your new shower chair
Browse our wide range of bathroom seating to find the best shower chair or shower stool for you. Our selection is designed to meet various requirements and needs so you can find the perfect one.
We also have a range of washing and hygiene aids, including long-handled sponges, so you can maintain your independence and care for yourself even with reduced mobility. For any further information, please don’t hesitate to contact us.