Equipment Rentals

Why Rent Equipment in Berlin

Traveling with your own wheelchair or scooter is not always practical, especially on flights. Airlines can damage powered wheelchairs, and shipping equipment internationally is expensive. Renting locally gives you reliable, well-maintained equipment without the stress of transport.

Renting is also useful if you need a different type of equipment for city travel. For example, you might use a powered wheelchair at home but prefer a lightweight manual chair for navigating Berlin's public transport.

Types of Equipment Available

Berlin rental companies typically offer:

Manual Wheelchairs

• Standard folding wheelchairs
• Lightweight travel wheelchairs
• Active sport wheelchairs
• Pediatric wheelchairs
• Bariatric (heavy-duty) wheelchairs

Powered Wheelchairs and Scooters

• Compact powered wheelchairs
• Travel scooters (3-wheel and 4-wheel)
• Full-size powered wheelchairs
• Off-road scooters (for park areas)

Other Equipment

• Mobile hoists (for transfers)
• Shower chairs and commode chairs
• Portable ramps
• Transfer boards
• Pressure cushions
• Wheelchair cushions and supports

Rental Companies in Berlin

Sanitätshaus Providers

Sanitätshäuser (medical supply stores) are the most common source for equipment rental in Berlin. These are professional medical supply companies with trained staff:

• Reha-Technik Berlin: Wide range of wheelchairs and powered mobility. Offers delivery to hotels. Located in multiple Berlin districts.
• Sanitätshaus Seeger: One of Germany's largest medical supply chains with several Berlin locations. Rents manual and powered wheelchairs.
• Orthopädie-Technik companies: Several orthopedic technology firms in Berlin rent mobility equipment. Search "Rollstuhlverleih Berlin" (wheelchair rental Berlin) for current options.

Specialized Rental Services

• Wheely: Online platform for renting wheelchairs and scooters in German cities, including Berlin. Booking is available in English.
• Yomper: Offers all-terrain powered wheelchairs for outdoor adventures around Berlin and Brandenburg.

Hotel Concierge

Many accessible hotels in Berlin can arrange equipment rental through their preferred suppliers. Ask when booking your room. Hotels often have existing relationships with rental companies and can sometimes negotiate better rates.

Pricing

Prices vary depending on the type of equipment and rental duration:

These are approximate ranges. Actual prices depend on the provider, the specific model, and availability. Longer rental periods usually offer better daily rates.

Delivery and Collection

Most Berlin rental companies offer delivery and collection services:

• Hotel delivery: Equipment can be delivered directly to your hotel, often on the day of your arrival
• Airport delivery: Some companies deliver to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), though this usually costs extra
• Collection: The company picks up the equipment from your hotel at the end of your stay
• Delivery fees: Typically 20 to 50 euros each way within central Berlin, depending on the provider

Arrange delivery timing carefully. Confirm your hotel check-in time and coordinate with the rental company so the equipment is ready when you arrive.

Booking Tips

Before You Book

1. Measure your needs: Know your seat width, weight, and any specific requirements (tilt, recline, elevating leg rests)
2. Check compatibility: If you need to use public transport, confirm the equipment fits on BVG buses and trains (standard wheelchair spaces are about 75 cm wide)
3. Ask about insurance: Find out what happens if the equipment is damaged or stolen. Some companies include basic insurance, others charge extra.
4. Confirm charging: For powered equipment, confirm that the charger works with German power outlets (230V, Type C/F plugs)

What to Ask the Rental Company

• What is included in the rental price? (charger, cushion, rain cover, basket)
• Is there a deposit required? How is it collected and refunded?
• What is the cancellation policy?
• Do they offer a replacement if the equipment malfunctions during your rental?
• Can they deliver to your specific hotel?
• Do they provide an orientation on how to use the equipment?

When You Receive the Equipment

• Test everything before the delivery person leaves
• Check brakes, steering, battery charge (for powered equipment), and tire pressure
• Take photos of any existing damage so you are not held responsible later
• Save the rental company's emergency contact number in your phone
• Ask about the nearest service point in case you need repairs during your stay

Bringing Your Own Equipment

If you prefer to bring your own wheelchair or scooter:

• Airlines: Contact your airline at least 48 hours before departure to arrange transport of mobility equipment. Equipment is carried free of charge under EU regulations.
• Battery rules: Lithium-ion batteries over 300 Wh may not be allowed on flights. Check with your airline for specific limits.
• Damage claims: Take photos of your equipment before and after the flight. If damaged, report it immediately at the airline's service desk before leaving the airport.
• Charging at BER: Berlin Brandenburg Airport has charging facilities in the accessible areas. Ask airport assistance staff for locations.