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Choosing a Raised Toilet Seat
For those with mobility challenges and certain health conditions, getting on and off a regular toilet seat can be difficult to impossible. Installing a raised toilet seat (AKA an elevated toilet seat) is an easy and affordable fix.
A raised toilet seat is an extender to an existing toilet, under or over the lid, that lifts the seat height to a more comfortable level. And it’s a lot cheaper than replacing the entire commode. Making this small and simple change not only makes a bathroom more accessible, but safer, because it reduces the risk of falls.
Features to look for in a raised toilet seat:
- ADA compliant: Reaches 17- to-19-in. from floor to seat. Raised seats add three to five inches to the existing seat height.
- Shape (standard, round or elongated): Choose the one that fits the toilet you’re using.
- Arms and handles (fixed or removable): Fixed are the sturdiest, but removable ones let you customize the seat to meet your particular needs.
- Non-locking or locking (clamps, knobs or bolts): Clamps and knobs are great if you’re moving the seat on and off frequently. Bolts attach securely but take more time to remove.
- Safety extras: Consider non-slip feet, textured surface, splash guards and padded handles.
Here are our selections for the best raised toilet seats.
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Best Raised Toilet Seat With Arms/Handles
Providing a four-inch height extension, the Vaunn Medical Elevated Raised Toilet Booster Seat features removable padded handles for easier maneuvering on and off the toilet.
The ADA compliant plastic seat weighs only five pounds, so it’s a cinch to transport and store. No tools needed to install, either. Just lift your toilet seat lid, place the seat in the bowl and it’s ready to go.
