How to Rent a Knee Scooter and Save Money

How to Rent a Knee Scooter and Save Money
- Edd Siu
  January 27, 2020 Updated: June 14, 2021

You may have just become familiar with what knee scooters are. Your next question might be, can I rent a knee scooter?

The answer, of course, is yes!

So how does one go about renting a knee scooter and save some money?

In this article, we will discuss the following:

Where can I rent a knee scooter?

This is a question often asked by our customers before they hear about us from a Google search or their doctor. There are a few options for renting a medical knee scooter (also referred to as knee walkers).

Online companies have many advantages over local medical suppliers. But sometimes, when you need one immediately, local can be a great option.

Some hospitals also rent out knee scooters, but the policies vastly differ. From our experience, they are more likely to rent out lower quality models than the local medical supply store.

How to rent a knee scooter online?

In the age of smartphones, Amazon Prime, and instant access to whatever you need—it's no wonder more people are renting their knee scooters online than visiting their local medical supply store. In almost all cases, the online option far succeeds the capabilities of the local stores.

Renting online is the most convenient and easy option.

As you can already expect, renting online is the most convenient way. You don't have to leave the house to order or pick-up. Simply go to our rentals page , complete your order, and your unit will arrive at your doorstep in a few days.

How much is a scooter rental?

A knee scooter rental price varies among companies. It can go as high as $55 a week. At Rent A Knee Walker, the cost of renting a knee scooter is only $30 a week. We don't up-charge for premium models, and we include a free basket accessory for our knee scooters.

When you rent with us, if your recovery is going to be longer than expected, your rental price is automatically put toward the purchase of the knee scooter. If your rental price matches or exceeds the purchase price, you get to own the scooter.

When renting online is the best option.

Renting a knee scooter online is an excellent option for those who:

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Have over a 3-week recovery period.
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Can wait 1-3 days for their knee scooter to arrive.
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Cannot physically make it to a store to pick up.
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Want a premium knee scooter but don't want to pay the premium price.

If you have a surgery scheduled in the future that requires a period of non-weight bearing, then renting a knee walker from an online store like can be a great option for you.

Now for the cons.

Renting a Knee Scooter Locally Near You

They're a few circumstances that renting a knee scooter from your local provider would be better than renting online:

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You need a knee scooter immediately.
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You have three-week or less recovery period.
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You have concerns about using a knee scooter.

Renting locally is a good option for when you need a knee scooter immediately.

If any of this is the case, renting from your local knee scooter providers maybe your best option. If you live in the greater Orlando area, you can order and pick up your knee scooter from us. You can also come to our showroom, try one and see how you like it.

Related: Knee Scooter Rental in Orlando FL and Central Florida

Things to consider when renting from your local medical supply store:
- Limited Choices
  - Do you live in a tight space? Do you need an All-Terrain knee scooter? Chances are, you will be choosing your model based on availability rather than what your specific needs are. Local stores that don't have expert knee scooter knowledge will provide outdated, basic models.
- Limited Service
  - Again, because these stores do not specialize in knee scooters, they are unable to provide repair services or extra parts. Most local knee scooter providers also charge additionally for using a basket.
- Picking Up the Knee Scooter
  - In most foot and ankle injuries requiring a knee scooter, the individual already cannot drive. When renting a knee scooter from a local store, be sure to inquire if they have a delivery service. Most of the times this is offered, it is not free.
- More Expensive
  - The local knee scooter weekly rental rate varies from $35-$50 a week. However, there have been some companies I have come across that offer less expensive rates than this.
In very select cases, you can buy a knee scooter from your local CVS. However, you will be spending a lot of your time researching which locations stock them. This is an unnecessary waste of your time.

While renting knee scooters locally is a good option for short-term injuries, renting online has many benefits—especially if you are preparing ahead for surgery.

Which knee scooter is best?

The best knee scooter is the one that best suits your specific needs. You must choose a knee scooter that will fit your budget, lifestyle and the activities you partake in.

For indoor use, we recommend the Swivelmate Knee Walker. It's a premium model (which we are the exclusive providers) that, aside from being very comfortable, has a unique ability to make 90-degree turns. This means navigating around the house, and obstacles is a breeze.

The most popular model for overall indoor use is The Swivelmate.

For outdoor use, we recommend the Orthomate All-Terrain Knee Scooter . It has air-filled rubber tires that absorb the shock of rough outdoors surfaces—making for a comfortable and smooth ride.

If you spend most of your time outdoors, an all-terrain knee scooter will suit you best.

How to Rent with Rent A Knee Walker

Renting with us is easy — we don't like complicated things.

This is the journey with Rent A Knee Walker in 7 easy steps:

1. Choose the right model.

First, decide on the model that best suits your needs. Will you be using your scooter mostly indoors or outdoors? Refer to the previous section of this article for a refresher.

For overall and mostly indoor use, choose a .

If you will spend most of your time in the great outdoors, pick the .

2. How long will you need it?

At the checkout process, you can select the amount of time you will need the knee scooter. If you're unsure, you can choose the minimum required rental period, and we will add more time as you need it.

When you , the online rental minimum is four weeks and shipping is free both ways! No surprise fees or hefty shipping costs to worry about. If you rent locally with us, you just pay weekly as you go.

When going through the checkout process on our website, you'll be presented with a shipping calculator to see when the unit will arrive.

3. Accessorize

Can't live without coffee?

Do you want extra comfort?

Want to carry your belongings with you?

If so, you may also want to consider customizing your leg scooter with a , a or mount for convenience.

Related: Best Knee Scooter Accessories

4. Complete your order

You'll be asked for the usual billing, shipping and payment info. After your order goes through, you will receive a confirmation email.

5. Delivery

Your scooter will arrive securely packed in a box with a return label inside. It's important that you save this box and label, you will use it to send the unit back to us (again, free shipping!)

Your rental time begins when the unit is received, and yours to use for the remainder of your recovery. Your rental period can easily extend as needed.

6. Recover

Many of our customers praise their knee scooters as lifesavers. It will be your best friend during your recovery period—it will allow you to be independent and enable you to do most (if not all) your usual activities.

But don't just take our word for it, read what our about their experience.

7. Return

When your doctor gives you the okay, and no will no longer be needing the scooter, it's time to ship it back.

Put the knee scooter in the original box and attach the provided return label. That box can be dropped off at any UPS pick-up location, and a confirmation email will be sent upon return.

Whether you are renting a knee scooter online or locally, it's good to know what to look out for. Renting a knee scooter is a great way to use premium quality models at a value price and dealing with uncertain recovery time.

Whether or in , Rent A Knee Walker has you covered!

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