Scewo

Scewo is a Swiss company based in Winterthur that develops electric wheelchairs with stair-climbing technology, summed up in its own claim of smart, safe and Swiss made. Its machines rest on patented climbing systems and reach users through an international partner network, with purchase often funded by insurance providers.

Two models make up the range. The Scewo BRO balances on two wheels, climbs stairs on integrated tracks at up to 30 steps a minute, takes obstacles of 20 cm and runs at 10 km/h for up to 35 km, steered by joystick or smartphone app. The Scewo GO rides on six wheels with mid-wheel drive, reaches 12 km/h and 49 km, and offers the stair climber as an option. Both adjust seating height from roughly 43 to 89 cm. Scewo has won several design awards and been featured by CNN.