How does a transfer bench differ from a shower chair?

A transfer bench straddles the tub wall: you sit on the outside half and slide across to the inside half. A shower chair sits entirely inside the tub or shower and requires you to step in first.

Does the backrest work on either side?

Yes. The backrest is reversible, so it can be mounted for either direction to match your tub layout.

How much weight does it hold?

The bench is rated for up to 350 lb.

Can I remove it between uses?

Yes. The tub-side legs twist and pull off, so the bench can be taken out and stored.

Do I need tools to assemble it?

No. The bench assembles without tools.

How is the height set?

Legs adjust in 1-inch increments with locking push buttons.

Where is the Equate Transfer Bench with Back Rest cheapest?

At Walmart, for $78.00, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Equate Transfer Bench with Back Rest?

Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 112 ratings.

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Our take on the Equate Transfer Bench with Back Rest

The Equate Transfer Bench with Back Rest is a bath safety seat that lets a person sit outside the tub and slide across to the inside leg pair, so they never have to step over the tub wall. It has a reversible backrest, an armrest for support when sitting or standing, and push-button height adjustment in 1-inch steps. Suction cup feet hold the tub-side legs, which twist and pull off for removal. With a 350 lb capacity and tool-free assembly, it is a practical pick for anyone recovering from surgery or living with limited mobility. Rivals in this class often cost more for the same layout; this one keeps the basics and skips extras like a padded seat or a sliding transfer disc.

Best forPeople with limited mobility who cannot step over a tub wallPost-surgery or injury recovery bathingCaregivers helping someone bathe at homeHouseholds that need a removable, storable bench

Pros

Reversible backrest fits either tub direction
Armrest aids sitting and standing
Height adjusts in 1-inch increments with locking push buttons
Tool-free assembly
350 lb weight capacity
Tub-side legs twist off for removal

Cons

Hard plastic seat and back, no padding
Only one armrest
Suction cups need a smooth tub floor to hold well
Bulky footprint in small bathrooms

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Lowest price we've seen: $78.00 on Nov 11 at Walmart. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 11.

What reviewers say

4.5 / 5112 ratings

Owners rate it well overall and describe it as sturdy and easy to put together. Most praise the stability and the height adjustment; some wish the seat were softer and note the bench takes up space.

What people mention

StabilityPraisedOwners say the bench feels solid and does not shift during transfers.
SetupPraisedBuyers report it goes together quickly without tools.
Height adjustmentPraisedThe push-button legs are easy to set and hold their position.
Seat comfortCriticisedSome find the plastic seat and back hard for longer sitting.
FootprintMixedA few say it is bulky for small bathrooms but accept it for the stability.
Suction cupsMixedHold is good on smooth tubs, less so on textured floors.

About the Equate Transfer Bench with Back Rest

This Equate transfer bench helps make getting in and out of the bath or shower easier for people with limited mobility. It has a reversible backrest, so it can be set up for either direction in many bathtub layouts. A strong armrest gives support when sitting down or standing up.

Height adjusts in 1 in increments with locking push buttons. The bench assembles without tools. Suction cup feet on the legs inside the tub add stability. Those tub-side legs can be removed with a twist-and-pull motion when you want to take the bench out.

The bench has a 350 lb weight capacity.

Brand: Equate
Color: Gray
Dimensions: 31.5" x 21.5" x 35.2"
Weight capacity: 350 lb
Height adjustment: 1 in increments, locking push buttons
Backrest: Reversible
Assembly: No tools required
Stability: Suction cup feet on tub-side legs

Specifications

color: GraySource
size: 31.5" x 21.5" x 35.2"Source

Questions and answers

How does a transfer bench differ from a shower chair?: A transfer bench straddles the tub wall: you sit on the outside half and slide across to the inside half. A shower chair sits entirely inside the tub or shower and requires you to step in first.
Does the backrest work on either side?: Yes. The backrest is reversible, so it can be mounted for either direction to match your tub layout.
How much weight does it hold?: The bench is rated for up to 350 lb.
Can I remove it between uses?: Yes. The tub-side legs twist and pull off, so the bench can be taken out and stored.
Do I need tools to assemble it?: No. The bench assembles without tools.
How is the height set?: Legs adjust in 1-inch increments with locking push buttons.
Where is the Equate Transfer Bench with Back Rest cheapest?: At Walmart, for $78.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Equate Transfer Bench with Back Rest?: Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 112 ratings.