Product Description
The MOBB 2″ Raised Toilet Seat with Handles adds 2 inches of height and support arms to a standard toilet. The modest lift is deliberate: it helps with standing while keeping the user’s feet flat on the floor. Available in Standard and Elongated bowl shapes with a 300 lb capacity and a lifetime limited warranty.
More height is not automatically better. A raised toilet seat only helps if the user’s feet still reach the floor — feet planted give stability while sitting and a base to push from when standing. If a 4″ seat leaves the feet dangling, it trades one problem for a worse one. For shorter adults, and for anyone who finds their toilet only slightly too low, 2″ is the correct answer.
The arms do much of the work at this height. At 6″ above the seat and 7.5″ long, they give a solid handhold to push down through, which for many people matters more than the extra couple of inches. The inner width between the arms is 16″ on the Standard and 17″ on the Elongated.
The seat measures 14.5″ wide with a 19″ × 18″ outer footprint on the Standard model, and it can be used with your existing toilet seat. It bolts on at the usual 5.5″ hole spacing.
Key Features
2″ of Added Height A modest lift that helps with standing while keeping the feet flat on the floor — the right amount for shorter users and for toilets that are only slightly too low.
Support Arms Both Sides Armrests 6″ above the seat and 7.5″ front to back, giving a solid push-down point. At this height the arms often help more than the lift itself.
Standard and Elongated Bowl Shapes Standard has a 9.7″ × 11.5″ opening with 16″ between the arms; Elongated is 9.7″ × 13″ with 17″ between the arms.
Extra Legroom Design Shaped to give more legroom than older raised seat designs, so the seat feels open rather than cramped.
Works With Your Existing Seat Can be used together with your current toilet seat, bolting on at the standard 5.5″ hole spacing.
Easy to Clean, 300 lb Capacity A smooth wipe-clean surface with a 300 lb rating and a lifetime limited warranty.
When 2″ Is the Right Height
The test is simple: sit on the raised seat and check whether both feet rest flat on the floor. If they do, the height is right. If the heels lift or the feet dangle, the seat is too tall — the user loses their base of support, sitting becomes unstable, and standing gets harder rather than easier.
In practice 2″ suits shorter adults, people who describe their toilet as “a bit low” rather than genuinely difficult, and anyone who has tried a 4″ seat and found it uncomfortably high. It is also the safer starting point if you are unsure, since a seat that is slightly too low is a minor inconvenience while one that is too high is a genuine hazard.
If the user is under hip precautions after surgery, follow the height your surgeon or occupational therapist specified — those protocols often require the 4″ version regardless of height, and should take precedence.
Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Seat Type |
Standard: Standard | Elongated: Elongated |
| Opening Dimensions |
Standard: 9.7" W x 11.5" D | Elongated: 9.7" W x 13" D |
| Outer Dimensions |
Standard: 19" W x 18" D | Elongated: 20" x 20" D |
| Arms Inner Width |
Standard: 16" | Elongated: 17" |
| Seat Width |
14.5" |
| Armrest Height from Seat |
6" |
| Armrest Length (Front to Back) |
7.5" |
| Seat Height |
2" |
| Spacing between Holes |
5.5" |
| Weight Capacity |
300 lbs |
| Warranty |
Lifetime Limited Warranty |
| Available Options |
Standard (MHRTS2-MB) | Elongated (MHERTS2-MB) |
| Brand |
MOBB Home Health Care |
Best For
- Shorter adults for whom a 4″ seat would leave the feet off the floor
- Toilets that are slightly too low rather than genuinely difficult
- Users who need support arms more than they need extra height
- Anyone who has tried a taller raised seat and found it unstable or uncomfortable
Why Choose This Product
- The right amount of lift for users who need help standing but must keep their feet on the floor
- Full-size support arms at 6″ above the seat, which do most of the work at this height
- Standard and Elongated shapes, 300 lb capacity and a lifetime limited warranty
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 2 inches enough to make a difference?
For many people, yes — particularly combined with the arms. Two inches removes a meaningful part of the hardest phase of standing, and the armrests give a push-down point that leg strength alone cannot replace. If standing from a normal toilet is genuinely difficult rather than just awkward, the 4″ version is the better choice, provided the user’s feet still reach the floor.
How do I choose between the 2″ and 4″ versions?
Sit on the toilet and see whether the problem is a struggle or an impossibility. If the user can stand but finds it hard work, 2″ plus arms usually resolves it. If they cannot stand without help, choose 4″. Then check foot contact: whichever height you choose, both feet must rest flat on the floor when seated. Under post-surgical hip precautions, follow the height your clinician specified.
How do I know if I need Standard or Elongated?
Measure from the centre of the seat bolt holes at the back of the bowl to the front edge. About 16.5″ means standard (round); about 18.5″ means elongated. This is the most common ordering error, so measure rather than guess.
Can it be used with a toilet safety frame?
Yes, and it is a common pairing, though check the frame clears the seat’s own arms — with both fitted you may find the arms duplicate each other. If you are using a toilet safety frame such as the MOBB Ultimate, a raised seat without arms may be the tidier combination. An occupational therapist can advise on the best setup for the bathroom.
Summary
The MOBB 2″ Raised Toilet Seat with Handles adds 2 inches of height plus support arms 6″ above the seat — the right choice when a toilet is slightly too low or when a 4″ seat would lift the feet off the floor. Standard and Elongated, 300 lb capacity.
Important Notice: This product is a bathroom safety aid and is not a substitute for professional medical advice or assessment. Have an occupational therapist confirm the seat height and fitting method suit the user before relying on it. Do not exceed the stated weight capacity. Check that all bolts, brackets or grip mechanisms are fully tightened and secure before every use, and never use a raised toilet seat that moves, rocks or slides on the bowl.
