Komfi Rider Mirage vs Drive Manual Fold Plus scooter: models compared

If you’re in the market for a foldable mobility scooter, you’re likely looking at the growing selection of models available and wondering how you differentiate between them to make your buying decision.

The aim of this guide is to set out, in one place, a detailed comparison of the Komfi Rider Mirage and Drive Novus (Manual Fold+) folding mobility scooters, including the advantages and technical spec of each model. Ultimately, the goal is to give you a clear understanding of which folding mobility scooter model might be best for you.

What is the Komfi Rider Mirage folding mobility scooter?

 The Komfi Rider Mirage is a 4 wheel mobility scooter with a manual fold aluminium frame and lithium battery.

Price: £2295.00 ex VAT

Advantages of the Komfi Rider Mirage:

• Comes with a large front storage basket
• Has better legroom for taller people
• Offers off-board charging as standard as well as on-board charging
• Significantly lighter with a transport weight of 14.7kg
• Optional 20Ah battery doubles the maximum range

What is the Drive Manual Fold Plus (Novus) folding mobility scooter?

The Drive Manual Fold Plus (Novus) is a 4 wheel mobility scooter with a manual fold magnesium alloy frame and lithium battery.

Price: £1395.00 ex VAT

Advantages of the Drive Manual Fold+:

• Ultra compact suitcase folding design means it will fit into smaller car boots and it’s easy to take on public transport
• More manoeuvrable in tight spaces with a smaller turning circle
• Cheaper to purchase

Common features between the Mirage and Drive Manual Fold Plus scoooters

Komfi Rider Mirage vs Drive Novus: tech spec compared

	Komfi Rider Mirage	Drive Manual Fold+ (Novus)
Length	1000mm (39.3in)	930mm (36.6in)
Width	450mm (17in)	545mm (21.5in)
Height	970mm (38in)	930mm (36.6in)
Seat Width	430mm (17in)	420mm (16.5in)
Seat Height	370mm (14.5in)	360mm (14in)
Seat Depth	340mm (13.3in)	380mm (15.9in)
Folded dimensions (LxWxH)	1000 x 450 x 420 mm (39.3 x 17.7 x 16.5 in)* *with removable basket left on	410 x 545 x 670 mm (16 x 21.5 x 26.3 in)
Ground Clearance	130mm (5in)	80mm (3in)
Turning Circle	1340mm (52.7in)	1200mm (47.2in)
Motors	120W	120W
Maximum Speed	4mph	4mph
Maximum Gradient	6°	6°
Batteries	10Ah or 21Ah Li-ion (airline friendly)	10Ah Li-ion (airline friendly)
Maximum Range	10 miles (10Ah batteries) 20 miles (21Ah batteries)	9.3 miles
Wheels & Tyres	200mm (7.8in) Solid	Front: 150mm (5.9in) Solid Rear: 180mm (7in) Solid
Suspension	No	No
Maximum User Weight	125kg (19.6st)	125kg (19.6st)
Weight (without battery)	14.7kg	19.8kg
Warranty	2 years	2 years

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