Product Description
The MOBB Bariatric Swivel Shower Chair is a 600 lb capacity shower chair with a seat that rotates a full 360° and locks at 90° intervals. The user sits down facing out of the tub or shower and simply swivels to face in, instead of shuffling round. Seat height adjusts from 17″ to 21″, the backrest depth adjusts, and the frame is rustproof lightweight aluminum with tool-free assembly.
Getting into a bathtub is the most dangerous few seconds of most people’s day. The conventional sequence — lift one leg over the tub wall, balance on the other, twist, lower yourself onto a wet seat — asks for balance and single-leg strength at exactly the moment the floor is wettest. A swivelling seat replaces that with something far safer: sit down first while still facing out of the tub, then rotate.
The 90° locking increments are the safety feature that matters. A seat that swivels freely would turn under the user as they shift their weight, which is worse than no swivel at all. Locking at each quarter turn means the seat is rigid until deliberately released, and the release mechanism is designed to be operated with either hand — a detail that matters when one side is weaker than the other after a stroke or injury.
At 600 lbs this is a genuine bariatric chair rather than a standard chair with a raised rating. The seat is 22″W × 20″D with a 26.5″ arm-to-arm width, and the aluminum frame is rustproof for permanent wet-room use.
Key Features
Swivels 360°, Locks Every 90° Sit facing out of the tub, then rotate to face in. Locking at each quarter turn means the seat is rigid under load and only moves when deliberately released.
600 lb Weight Capacity A genuine bariatric rating on a properly sized frame — a 22″ × 20″ seat and 26.5″ between the arms, not a standard chair with an optimistic number.
Left- or Right-Hand Release The swivel lock can be operated from either side, which matters when one hand is weaker than the other after a stroke or injury.
Adjustable Seat Height and Backrest Seat height adjusts from 17″ to 21″ and the backrest depth adjusts, so the chair can be set to the user rather than the other way round.
Rustproof Aluminum Frame Lightweight aluminum that will not rust in permanent wet-room use, unlike steel frames that eventually corrode at the joints.
Tool-Free Assembly Assembles without tools, and the adjustments can be changed later without dismantling the chair.
Why a Swivel Seat Changes Bathing Safety
The risk in tub transfers is not the sitting or the standing — it is the twisting while standing on a wet surface with one leg raised. Removing that step removes most of the risk. With a swivel chair the user sits down on a stable seat while still outside the tub, lifts each leg over in turn while seated and supported, and then rotates. At no point are they balancing on one leg on a wet floor.
That also changes what a carer has to do. Instead of physically supporting someone through a twisting movement, the carer guides a rotation on a locked bearing. For a 600 lb-capacity chair, where the user may be considerably heavier than the person helping, that is a meaningful reduction in risk to both.
Have an occupational therapist confirm the chair suits your bathroom and your transfer technique before use, and check that the seat height is set so the user’s feet reach the tub floor securely once rotated.
Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Rotation |
360 Degree |
| Seat Dimension |
22" W x 20" D |
| Arm-to-Arm Width |
26.5" |
| Seat-to-Floor Height |
17"-21" adjustable |
| Backrest Height (Top to Seat) |
18" |
| Overall Height |
35"-39" adjustable |
| Backrest Dimensions |
19.5" W x 11.5" H |
| Front Leg Width |
24" |
| Front-to-Back Leg Depth |
25" |
| Weight Capacity |
600 lbs |
| Warranty |
Limited One Year |
| SKU |
MHSCHD |
| Brand |
MOBB Home Health Care |
Best For
- Bariatric users up to 600 lbs needing a properly sized, properly rated shower chair
- Anyone who finds stepping over a tub wall while balancing on one leg unsafe
- Users with one-sided weakness after a stroke, where the ambidextrous release matters
- Carers assisting a heavier user, where guiding a rotation replaces supporting a twist
Why Choose This Product
- A genuine 600 lb bariatric rating on a correctly sized 22″ × 20″ seat, not an inflated number on a standard frame
- A 90° locking swivel that stays rigid under load, operable with either hand
- Rustproof aluminum for permanent wet-room use, with tool-free assembly and adjustable seat height
Frequently Asked Questions
How does a swivel shower chair make bathing safer?
It removes the twisting step. Normally you step over the tub wall while balancing on one leg on a wet floor, then turn and lower yourself. With a swivel chair you sit down first while facing out of the tub, lift each leg over while seated and supported, then rotate to face in. At no point are you balancing on one leg on a wet surface, which is where most bathroom falls happen.
Is the seat locked while I am sitting on it?
Yes. The seat locks at every 90° and stays rigid until the release is deliberately operated, so it will not turn under you as you shift your weight. A freely swivelling seat would be considerably more dangerous than no swivel at all, which is why the locking increments matter more than the rotation itself.
What weight can it support?
600 lbs. It is a purpose-built bariatric chair rather than a standard chair with a raised rating — the seat is 22″W × 20″D with 26.5″ between the armrests, and the frame is sized to match. Do not exceed the stated capacity, and check all height adjusters and locking pins are fully engaged before every use.
Will it fit in my bathtub or shower?
The front legs span 24″ and the front-to-back leg depth is 25″, so measure the internal floor of your tub or shower before ordering. Standard North American bathtubs are typically around 30″ wide internally, which accommodates the chair, but walk-in showers and older tubs vary considerably. In a tight space, an occupational therapist can advise on whether a transfer bench would work better.
Summary
The MOBB Bariatric Swivel Shower Chair is a 600 lb capacity shower chair whose seat rotates 360° and locks every 90°, with a left- or right-hand release, adjustable 17″–21″ seat height, adjustable backrest and a rustproof aluminum frame.
Important Notice: This product is a mobility and safety aid and is not a substitute for professional medical advice or assessment. Have an occupational therapist confirm it suits your bathroom, your transfer technique and your physical ability before use. Do not exceed the stated weight capacity. Check that all height adjusters, locking pins and suction feet are fully engaged before every use, and never use the product on a wet, loose or uneven floor.
