Drive Steel Folding Walker, Two Button with 5" Wheels

The Drive steel folding walker is Drive Medical's 10244 two-button adult walker with 5 inch front wheels. Westin Healthcare sells it and delivers it for homes in Brampton and the Greater Toronto Area. It is not the deluxe aluminum 10210. It is the taller steel walker in this family.

Drive lists an 8 lb (3.6 kg) frame, a 159 kg (350 lb) weight capacity, a 22.5 inch (57 cm) overall width, and a handle range of 32.5 to 41.5 inches (82.5 to 105.5 cm). Front wheels are 5 inch. Drive's product line on the sheet is "Walker, Steel, Adult 2Button 5inWhls".

Who this walker is for

This walker is for an adult who needs a folding walker with 5 inch wheels and a taller handle range than Drive's deluxe 32 to 39 inch aluminum frame. Families usually call us when the person is long in the arm or wants a steel 1 inch frame, and a rollator still feels like more than they need.

If you want the lighter deluxe aluminum walker at 32 to 39 inches, start with the Drive Deluxe Folding Walker 10210. If you need the extra-short steel junior at 21 to 32 inches, see the Drive Folding Junior Walker 10247. This 10244 is adult only.

• Steel adult two-button frame with 5 inch front wheels
• Handle height 32.5 to 41.5 inches (82.5 to 105.5 cm)
• 159 kg (350 lb) Drive rating on an 8 lb (3.6 kg) walker

Fit and height

Drive prints 32.5 to 41.5 inches (82.5 to 105.5 cm) for 10244. That is taller than deluxe adult 10210 at 32 to 39 inches. There is no junior SKU on the 10244 card.

To choose a walker height, stand in everyday shoes with arms relaxed. The grips should sit at the wrist crease. If the wrist crease sits below 32.5 inches, this steel adult frame is the wrong height. Look at the deluxe junior or the extra-short 10247 instead.

Wheels, brakes, and folding

Two 5 inch (13 cm) front wheels and rear glide caps move the frame. Drive names item 10109 as the replacement wheel set. There are no loop hand brakes. You slow the walker by putting weight through the rear legs.

Each side has its own push button. Drive says you can close one side to pass a doorway and keep the other side open while you stand. The frame is 1 inch steel, not the deluxe aluminum tube.

Weight and portability

Drive lists 8 lb (3.6 kg) and 22.5 inches (57 cm) wide. That is a little heavier and a little narrower than deluxe 10210 at 7.5 lb and 24 inches. Drive does not print a folded width. The two-button fold is the same family action: close the sides and lift it into a car trunk.

Drive Steel Folding Walker specifications

These figures are for Drive 10244-4, the steel adult two-button walker with 5 inch wheels. The specification tab holds the stored values. Drive's current sheet lists handle height 32.5 to 41.5 inches, a 159 kg (350 lb) capacity, a 22.5 inch overall width, an 8 lb unit weight, 5 inch wheels, and a 36.79 lb carton.

Do not mix these numbers with the deluxe aluminum 10210. That walker is 7.5 lb, 24 inches wide, and 32 to 39 inches tall. They are separate Drive SKUs, not two names for one walker.

Warranty for the original purchaser is Drive's Limited Lifetime term: defects in materials and workmanship for the life of that purchaser. It does not cover misuse, negligence, or normal wear, and it does not extend to rubber accessories, casters, and grips.

Steel walker or deluxe aluminum walker

The Drive steel folding walker 10244 is the taller, steel, 22.5 inch choice. The Drive deluxe 10210 is aluminum, 7.5 lb, 24 inches wide, and 32 to 39 inches. The Drive 10200 is the same deluxe family with no wheels. Pick steel 10244 when the extra handle height is the fit. Pick deluxe 10210 when you want the lighter aluminum wheeled frame.

Funding help for a walker or rollator in Ontario

Ontario's Assistive Devices Program (ADP) can fund 75% of the cost of a walker or rollator when the need is long-term and the aid is prescribed through an assessment by an ADP-registered occupational therapist or physiotherapist, and some income-support programs cover the full cost. Not every model qualifies, so talk to us before you buy. March of Dimes Canada, Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC), and community programs can also help. Westin Healthcare's staff work with these programs every week and will point you to the right route for your situation. Visit our funding page or call (905) 451-7743 to talk it through.

Delivery and setup in Brampton and the GTA

Westin's own team delivers this walker across Brampton and the Greater Toronto Area. We bring it in, set the handle height, and show you the two-button fold, the 5 inch wheels, and the rear glide caps before we leave.

We have three stores in the Brampton and Toronto area if you would rather try a walker first. For a scheduled delivery, call (905) 451-7743 and we will book the next date that works. Same-day delivery is offered through our hospital bed rental service; purchased walkers are delivered on a scheduled date.

This walker folds for a car trunk. If it is going outside the GTA, ask us for a shipping quote. Inside Toronto and the GTA, White-Glove Delivery (bring-in, unwrap, test, take packaging away) is described on the shipping policy. Any charge is confirmed on your order.

Related walkers and rollators from Westin

• Drive Deluxe Folding Walker Two Button with 5" Wheels, the lighter aluminum 10210
• Drive Folding Junior Walker Two Button with 5" Wheels, the extra-short steel 10247
• Drive Bariatric Aluminum Folding Walker, when 350 lb is not enough

Service and warranty

When something on the walker needs work, you call the shop that sold it, not a distant parts desk. Westin Healthcare has a service and repairs department. Our technicians come to the home or workplace.

Drive manufacturer warranty

Drive's sheet for 10244 prints a Limited Lifetime term for the original purchaser: free of defects in materials and workmanship for the lifetime of that purchaser. The warranty does not cover misuse, negligence, or normal wear, and it does not extend to non-durable parts such as rubber accessories, casters, and grips. We handle the warranty claim with you. Ask us if an extended warranty is offered for your order.

Frequently asked questions

What Is the Difference Between a Walker and a Rollator?

The Drive steel folding walker 10244 is a two-wheel walker with 5 inch front wheels and rear glide caps. A rollator has three or four wheels, hand brakes, and usually a seat. Choose this walker when the person needs to put weight through a steel frame. Choose a rollator when they need a seat and hand brakes.

How Do I Choose a Walker Height?

The Drive steel folding walker 10244 adjusts from 32.5 to 41.5 inches (82.5 to 105.5 cm). Stand in everyday shoes, relax the arms, and set the grips at the wrist crease. If you need 32 to 39 inches on aluminum, use the deluxe 10210 instead.

Adult or Junior: Which Walker Size Do I Need?

The Drive steel folding walker 10244 is adult only. Drive does not list a junior 10244. For a shorter steel frame, use the Drive 10247 junior at 21 to 32 inches. For deluxe aluminum junior height, use Choose Walker Type on the 10210 page.

How Do Rear Glide Caps Work on a Wheeled Walker?

The Drive steel folding walker 10244 rolls on 5 inch front wheels and slides the rear legs on Drive's glide caps. Drive names 10109 as the replacement wheel set.

Will This Walker Fold Into a Car Trunk?

The Drive steel folding walker 10244 folds at the two side buttons. Drive lists 8 lb (3.6 kg) and does not print a folded width. We can show you the fold at delivery. It is not approved as a seat inside a moving vehicle.

What Is the Weight Capacity of This Walker?

The Drive steel folding walker 10244 is rated 159 kg (350 lb) on Drive's current sheet. Stay at or under that rating, including what you carry.

Is This a 2-Wheel Walker or a Rollator?

The Drive steel folding walker 10244 is a 2-wheel walker. It is not a rollator. It has no hand brakes and no seat.

What Is the Warranty on This Drive Walker?

The Drive steel folding walker 10244 carries Drive's Limited Lifetime term for the original purchaser. Wear items such as casters, grips, and rubber accessories sit outside that term. Westin Healthcare processes the claim.

Can Funding Help With a Walker in Ontario?

Some Ontario routes can help with mobility equipment. Eligibility depends on the person's situation and assessment. Call (905) 451-7743 or use the funding page before you buy.

How Is the 10244 Different from the Deluxe 10210?

The Drive steel folding walker 10244 is steel, 8 lb, 22.5 inches wide, and 32.5 to 41.5 inches tall. The deluxe 10210 is aluminum, 7.5 lb, 24 inches wide, and 32 to 39 inches tall. They are separate Drive SKUs.