Drive Nitro Rollator Walker vs Medline Empower Rollator Walker

The Medline Empower is the more versatile rollator: its seat and backrest flip so you can sit facing either way or stand inside the frame, and it adds a cup holder, neoprene bag and Microban-treated surfaces. The Drive Nitro is the better pick for rolling comfort and a cleaner look, with 10-inch front casters and brake cables routed inside the frame. Both are aluminum, fold flat and adjust tool-free; owners of either tend to praise the easy folding and stable ride, while the Nitro's larger front wheels handle rough sidewalks and thresholds better and the Empower's 300 lb capacity and 8-inch wheels suit lighter, indoor-leaning use.

• Choose the Drive Nitro if you walk outdoors on uneven pavement and want bigger front wheels, a sleeker euro-style frame and brake cables tucked out of the way.
• Choose the Medline Empower if you want a reversible seat and backrest, a higher weight capacity and extras like a cup holder and neoprene bag.