How Much Does a Curved Stairlift Cost? UK Prices for 2026
Key points
- Curved stairlifts cost from £3,395 reconditioned and from £4,995 to £7,195 new, fully fitted and including VAT.
- The price is higher than a straight lift because the rail is designed and made for your staircase alone.
- Heavy duty curved lifts cost from £5,495 for users up to 25 stone and from £8,995 for users up to 30 stone.
- VAT relief and a Disabled Facilities Grant can both reduce what you pay.
The short answer
A curved stairlift costs from £3,395 reconditioned and from £4,995 to £7,195 new. Those prices are fully fitted, include VAT at 20% and come with a parts and labour warranty: 3 years on new, 2 years on reconditioned.
Where your price falls in that range depends on the model, the number of bends and landings, and the options you choose. Because every curved rail is made to measure, you get a fixed written price after a free survey of your stairs.
Curved stairlift prices by model
Starting prices for the curved stairlifts we compare most often, fully fitted and including VAT:
| Model | Reconditioned | New | Max user weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platinum Ergo Curve | from £3,995 | from £4,995 | 19 stone, 25 stone option |
| Access BDD Flow X | from £4,995 | from £7,195 | 19 st 10 lb (125 kg) |
| Handicare Freecurve | Usually new | from £5,295 | 19 st 10 lb (125 kg) |
| Handicare 4000 (twin rail) | Usually new | from £5,895 | 25 stone heavy duty option |
| Platinum Ultimate | from £5,495 | from £6,995 | 19 stone, 25 stone heavy duty |
| Bruno Elite Curved | Usually new | from £8,995 | 30 stone (190 kg) |
See every model side by side in our stairlift comparison.
Why curved stairlifts cost more
A straight stairlift uses a standard rail cut to length. A curved stairlift does not. The surveyor measures every step, turn and landing, the rail is manufactured to those measurements, and then it is installed. You are paying for a rail that exists for one staircase only, plus the extra survey, manufacturing and fitting time.
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What affects the price
- The number of bends. A single 90 degree turn costs less than a staircase with two landings and winder steps.
- Stopping at a landing. Parking part way up, for example at a bathroom on a half landing, adds to the rail.
- The start and finish. Some rails run past the bottom step or over the top landing. The Platinum Ultimate can start on the first step, leaving the hallway floor clear.
- The model. Single rails such as the Freecurve and Flow X are slimmer. The twin rail Ergo Curve has the lowest starting price of the curved lifts we compare.
- Narrow or steep stairs. Tight, steep staircases may need a model like the Flow X, which fits stairs from 610 mm wide and up to 72 degrees.
- User weight. Heavy duty curved lifts cost more. See our heavy duty stairlifts guide.
- Options. Powered swivel, powered footrest and seats that help you sit and stand add to the cost.
Reconditioned curved stairlifts
Reconditioned curved stairlifts are available for some models, including the Ergo Curve, Flow X and Ultimate. A reconditioned Flow X costs around £2,200 less than a new one. Availability depends on stock, so we quote for new and reconditioned where both are possible. Ours carry a 3-year parts and labour warranty when new and 2 years when reconditioned. Read more in new vs reconditioned stairlifts.
How long it takes
Because the rail is made to measure, a curved stairlift takes longer than a straight one, which can often be fitted within a few hours. Allow time for the survey, the rail to be manufactured and the installation. We give you an expected fitting date with your written quote.
How to pay less
- VAT relief. If you have a disability or long-term illness and the lift is for your own use, you can buy it VAT-free, which takes a sixth off the price. See GOV.UK.
- Disabled Facilities Grant. Your council may contribute up to £30,000 in England or £36,000 in Wales, depending on your circumstances. Apply before you order. See GOV.UK or our stairlift grants guide.
- Ask about reconditioned. On some models it is a significant saving.
- Two straight lifts. If your stairs have two straight flights with a flat landing between them, two straight lifts can cost less than one curved lift. See straight vs curved stairlifts.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a curved stairlift in the UK?
Curved stairlifts cost from £3,395 reconditioned and from £4,995 to £7,195 new, fully fitted and including VAT. Heavy duty curved lifts cost more.
Why is a curved stairlift so expensive?
The rail is designed and manufactured for your staircase alone, which means a detailed survey, manufacturing time and a longer installation.
Can I get a reconditioned curved stairlift?
Yes, for some models. A reconditioned Flow X costs around £2,200 less than new, and ours carry a 2-year parts and labour warranty.
What is the cheapest curved stairlift?
Of the models we compare, the Platinum Ergo Curve has the lowest starting price, from £3,995 reconditioned or £4,995 new.
Is a curved stairlift VAT-free?
It can be. If you have a disability or long-term illness and the stairlift is for your own use, you do not pay VAT.
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