Floor Hoists

Find a sturdy floor hoist online. We offer convenient pick-up and delivery throughout Australia

Lifting hoists are a fantastic source of assistance for those who struggle to safely move around a specific area of their home or in hospital environments. Hoists not only allow people in need of assistance to enjoy more comfort and independence when they’re moving around but they also make moving and handling patients much easier for caregivers.

Hoists are capable of helping seniors who want to stay in their own homes despite problems with strength and mobility, and people living with disabilities who are unable to lift themselves up properly. With this in mind, we stock a wide range of hoists to meet every Australian’s needs. 

For example, we stock portable floor hoists to help transfer non-weight-bearing patients from a wheelchair to a bed (or vice versa), a wheelchair to a commode, or a bed to a commode. Sourced from premium brands like Allegro Concepts, Invacare, Ergolet and Etac, our floor hoists are simple to use and easy to store when not in use.  

Browse through our collection of portable floor hoists and shop online for fast, convenient shipping throughout Australia. Alternatively, book a showroom appointment in Silverwater or Thornton NSW to see our floor hoists in person! We offer free hoist demonstrations so you can decide which hoist is right for your patient.

How to choose the right floor hoist for your patient

Choosing a floor hoist for your patient doesn’t have to be a challenge. There are a few key elements to consider while shopping around: 

1. The weight of the patient. All hoists have a maximum safe working load (SWL). This will either be displayed on the hoist or you will find it in the hoist’s instruction manual. You will need to compare the SWL with the patient’s weight to ensure the hoist can withstand their weight. While browsing through our floor hoists, we recommend keeping an eye on the SWL and contacting us if you need assistance finding a hoist that can handle your patient’s weight.


2. Transfer purpose. When choosing a hoist, it’s important to consider what the hoist will be used for. For example, if the patient needs assistance moving from room to room in their own home, you might consider a ceiling hoist with a tracking system instead of a floor hoist. Floor hoists are ideal for patients who need assistance transferring from a wheelchair to a bed, wheelchair to a commode, etc.


3. The needs of the patient. Consider the physical and cognitive abilities of the patient. Will a floor hoist be safe and comfortable to transfer them from point A to B? Does a floor hoist have the functionality you need to care for your patient? 


4. Whether the hoist is right for the patient’s home/room. Take a look at the patient’s home or hospital room. Can the hoist be manoeuvred around the area where it will be used? 

If you need assistance choosing the right hoist for your patient, feel free to get in touch with the team from Active Mobility. We have product specialists and occupational therapists on-hand who can assess your patient’s needs and pair them with a hoist that will serve them for years to come.

Floor hoists from a range of premium brands

At Active Mobility, we partner with some of the world’s best patient lifting brands including Allegro Concepts, Ergolet, Invacare and Molift. Our hoists have a safe working load (SWL) ranging from 130 kilograms to 320 kilograms, ensuring most patients can be safely lifted and transferred from point A to B. 

With two castor wheels and two high-grip tyres, floor hoists are easy to manoeuvre in even the smallest of spaces including doorways and hallways. 

Browse through our brand partners and their innovative floor hoist designs online now!

FAQs about our floor hoists

Do you have matching slings for my hoist?

Absolutely. We stock an extensive range of patient lifting slings from general-purpose slings to single-use slings, hydrotherapy slings, amputee slings and walking slings. Just make sure to check the product description of the hoist and the sling to ensure the two are compatible. Alternatively, contact our team and we will provide recommendations around hoists and matching slings.

Do you offer demonstrations?

Yes! Before purchasing a new floor hoist, you are welcome to book a showroom appointment and request a demonstration. Our professional team will show you how to use your chosen floor hoist and share different scenarios where the hoist can be used. This is also a great opportunity to ask our team any questions you may have about our range of hoists.

We also offer in-home demonstrations so you can see how the hoist fits into the space and how it can be used in your patient’s home or room. Simply contact us to organise a date.

Do you offer delivery?

Yes! Your shipping costs will be calculated during the checkout process. These costs are based on our preferred courier. Alternatively, you are welcome to come and pick up your new floor hoist from our showroom in Silverwater or Thornton NSW.

Shop portable floor hoists online or in-store with Active Mobility!

Find a sturdy floor hoist online. We offer convenient pick-up and delivery throughout Australia

Lifting hoists are a fantastic source of assi ...