2 or 3 motors in your rise and recline chair: what's the difference?

With an electric lift chair, the motors determine how many movements you can adjust separately. Swiss Relax sells lift chairs with 2 and with 3 motors — this article explains the practical difference, so you can make an informed choice.

Lift chair with 2 motors

In a model with 2 motors, such as the Malmo (from €999) or the Medicare DUO (from €1099), the first motor controls the stand-up function together with the footrest flap: when the chair tilts forward to help you stand up, the footrest automatically folds inwards. The second motor independently controls the backrest. This means two control buttons and slightly fewer intermediate positions, but also simpler operation and a lower price.

Lift chair with 3 motors

In a model with 3 motors, such as the ErgoPush (from €1599), the backrest, leg support, and stand-up function are each driven by their own motor. Because the leg support works independently of the stand-up movement, you can keep your feet elevated while the backrest is reclined — a lying intermediate position that is not possible with 2 motors. For those who spend a lot of time in the chair, this provides more comfort positions.

Which one do you choose?

Do you mainly need help getting up, and do you not use the chair all day to lie in? Then 2 motors are usually sufficient, and you save on the price. Do you spend many hours in your lift chair, or do you want to be able to adjust the leg support and backrest completely independently of each other? Then a model with 3 motors is the better choice.

What do you get with both?

Whether you choose 2 or 3 motors: every Swiss Relax lift chair is delivered free of charge, has a 2-year legal warranty with our own repair service, and you have 30 days to return the chair if it doesn't suit you after all. You can also simply try out both types in our showroom in Roeselare, every Saturday from 13:00 to 17:00. View the full range in our lift chair collection.

Would you prefer a complete overview of what to look for when choosing a recliner or lift chair? Read our guide: Choosing a recliner: what should you pay attention to?