December 10, 2024 | Natalie Webber

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 frameMirage Folding Mobility Scooter Folded 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

  • Manual folding frame
  • Height adjustable handlebar
  • Freewheel mode
  • Flip-up armrests
  • Anti-tippers
  • Automatic electromagnetic brake

Komfi Rider Mirage vs Drive Novus: tech spec compared

  Mirage Folding Mobility Scooter
  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

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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