SmartDrive MX2+ Wheelchair Power Assist Review | Wheelchair Assistive Technology Disability Mobility

I just had my eval today, this was the suggested addition to a lighter manual without losing the functionality of my electric wheels. This really helped me, thank you so much. I’m looking forward to having so many options to choose from for independence!!!

I just got a new TiLite with the SmartDrive and so far the most annoying thing is the battery life (or lack thereof). I'd live to go 7 or 8 miles on a single charge but I get like....maybe 3?

It's also hellaciously heavy to take off and put back on, too.

I attach an e scooter to my wheelchair cheap as chips simple to use great off road with rear drive. Off the scooter.

I don't get it. The first watch was plastic with zero dust, water, or impact protection. Counterfeit FitBit watches were better quality.

The the current watch is a smartwatch with Google's Operating System that just happens to let you install the Smartdrive software. It's way over complicated with the unnecessary Google apps, messaging, live weather, updates, multi-layered menus, etc. It feels like the Smartdrive control software was just thrown in. And, even in power saving mode, the watch doesn't last all day.

For such great engineering and design of the drive, I dont get why they can't get the watch controller right. For 7k, a dedicated wrist controller with decent build quality, durability, and only the functions it needs is not that much to expect. I wonder if the wrist controller selection was an engineering decision or selected by the suits upstairs.

Otherwise, the Smartdrive is very helpful and the engineering that went into it is amazing. I'm sure people who would otherwise not be able or want to venture out are now able to enjoy the mobility it offers.

*There's one important thing about the MX2 mode that takes a little getting used to. Holding the wheel rims to slow down and stop is a natural, reflexive way to control a manual chair. However, if you need to slow in a hurry and you grab the rims, the Smartdrive will "fight" you by speeding up when it senses you are trying to slow down. It will eventually disengage as it detects a hard or long deceleration. So, you must get used to anticipating when you need to disengage drive mode.

Thank you sir.

I’m having problems with the watch disconnecting from the main unit. This happens alot, particularly on hills. Anyone else having problems?

I also have a smart drive

Can I get this in India....please help out... I need it badly

Have you tried the older watch / bracelet that came with the smartdrive? From my understanding some techs were able to give that instead if the Smart Watch was causing issues

I agree with you about the watch. I hate it. I had my chair tech come and put the buttons on and they are so much better. By the time my 'smart' watch started working, my friends and family were a block ahead of me.

Can I use this without the push buttons? Mine broke off n I haven’t tried to use it since

Just a note on your wish list. I have the original which has an external battery, which is very heavy and is mounted under the chair; you can really feel the added weight of the battery, this kept me from using it. Having the unit all in one allows for simple and quick removal and install and I suspect you don't feel the weight that much because it is setting on the ground.