Bedside Commode

The article elaborates on the term Bedside Commode and broadly reviews some of the best bedside Commode available in the market.

Older adults have difficulties in mobility and balance and are weak due to age. They spend most of their time in bed with limited movement. The problem comes with issues of visiting the bathroom. Their lack of balance and risk of falling leads them to pursue Commode.

What Is A Bedside Commode?

A bedside commode is a movable toilet that resembles a chair and does not use running water. Essentially, it features a toilet seat and a bucket fixed underneath. The bedside Commode is typically placed beside the bed. Health-wise, it should be cleaned regularly using the different Commode liners.

1. DMI Bedside Commode

Specifications

Dimensions:                    27x 29x 25 inches

Item model number:       802-1203-0300

Manufacturer:                  HealthSmart

One of the portable bedside commode. A commode chair with a bucket can be adjusted to different heights. Significantly, the Commode can be placed over an existing toilet.

The product is made with steel, plus a 7-quart pail capable of sliding out with a lid that can be removed for more accessible transportation of pail content. In addition, the Commode is designed with slip-resistant leg tips, thus, making more stable.

Pros

• Strong and dependable
• Suitable for indoor use
• Durable

Cons

• Complains of the hole of the seat being small

• Not convenient for bariatric patients

2. MedPro Defense

Specifications

Dimensions:                   37.4x 26.4x 19.7 inches

Item model number:     770-317

Manufacturer:                AMG Medical, Inc.

A well-known Commode chair with adjustable height. Plus a wide ergonomic seat. The product also can be used as an alternative toilet. Interestingly, the Commode can be used as a bedside commode, toilet safety frame, and a raised toilet seat.

The product features a built-in splash guard, thus preventing contact with the toilet waste. Its bucket and bedpan can be easily cleaned up as they can be removed from the top of the back. Essentially, a purchase of the product includes tidycare Commode liners for the portable toilet chair bucket. This particular Commode liner has 48 disposable waste bags.

Pros

• Durable
• Rust resistant
• More comfortable with padded armrest
• More stable

Cons

• Not readily available in market

3. Healthline Deluxe

Specifications

Dimension:           33x 22x 9.75 inches

Manufacturer:      Healthline Trading

Weight capacity:  300lbs

Material:               steel

A 3-in-1 Bedside Commode combined with an elevated toilet seat. A steel-made drop arm bedside commode with padded arms. The bedside commode chair is made from grey powder coated with steel making it more durable and robust.

In emphasis of folding, it only takes four easy steps to assemble the Healthline Deluxe Bedside commode.

Pros

• The seat can be easily cleaned
• Easy to assemble
• More comfortable with padded armrests

Cons

• The seat is prone to break as it is made of plastics

4. KOOSOM

Specifications

Dimensions:     25x20x32.5inches

Weight:           10.4lb

Seat dimensions: 18.1×16.5inches

Item model number:   211hy01

Colour:                              blue

Material:                       polyurethane

A Bedside Commode chair with handles, handicap tub, and adjustable bath chair. The product notably features a resilience foam polyurethane pad.  In addition, the Commode has a safer shower that favours the elderly with limited mobility, as they can sit while showering.  For vision-impaired older people, the design color of black improves the product’s visibility. The item also has a bedside commode chair that assists one in relieving themselves quickly.

Pros

• Durable and secure
• Suitable for winter seasons with the help of portable toilet guards
• Soft cushion
• Wider seat

Cons

• Require more space for set up

5. Avantia Ultra Comfort

Specifications

Product dimensions:    20.5×9.06×18.11inches

Manufacturer:            Amazon Us/CBOC9

Colour:                            Gray

Item weight:                 2.95

A portable steel Commode Chair that can be adjusted to any height. An excellent and vast ergonomic sea and an expanded armrest make it more comfortable. Essentially, the item features a suitable and safer Toilet alternative. The item is a 3-IN-1 commode design similar to several other bedside commodes. It can be used as a bedside commode, toilet safety frame, or raised toilet seat.

Pros

• Easy to clean
• Durable
• More comfortable armrest

Cons

• Relatively expensive

• Fear complains about the item being small

6. Three-in-1 mobile Bedside Commode

Specifications

 Dimensions:       25x22x9inches

Manufacturer:   Startec

Colour:                   white and green

A Commode toilet Chair that has a sturdy and beautiful wide seat. Favours the elderly with an Anti-slip and antirollover. Notably, the item has a flat-seat lid cover that conceals the Commode when not used.

Also, the item is modernly designed with colors alternate white and green that are compatible with most decoration styles.

Pros

• Easy to assemble
• Comfortable with the warm seat base
• Easy to use

Cons

• Not readily available in market

7. Drive Medical 11148

Specifications

Product dimensions:          22.44×7.5×24.4

Item model number:          11148-1

Manufacturer:                      Drive Medical

Style:                                      Standard

Colour:                                     Grey

A 1 steel Bedside Commode can be used as a bariatric bedside Commode, a raised toilet seat, or even a toilet safety frame. This Commode chair has foldable legs for storage purposes, thus making it easy to store and transport. Distinctively, the item features in-built push pins that enable the adjustment of the seat’s height.  The seat has a lead and a splash shield.

Also, its commode bucket is designed with a carry handle and protective pail cover. This eases the cleaning of the bucket. For better cleaning, the use of commode liners is recommended.

In corners of quality assurance, the product is made from durable powder-coated steel,

Pros

• Strong and durable
• Easy to open and fold
• Easy to carry around with a splash shield

Cons

• Tend only to be fit for small or slim people

8. Bariatric Deluxe

Specifications

Dimensions:                   18.5×26.25x22nches

Item model number:    11135-1

UPC:                                 811032481985

Manufacturer:                Drive Medical

Colour:                                grey

A drop-Arm bedside Commode can withstand a maximum of 1000 pounds weight. It is designed with extra space making it more comfortable.  For the older person using a wheelchair, the drop arms make the lateral transfer to and from this Commode easy and safe. The item also features a padded arm and backrest, making it for use.

Pros

• Convenient for elderly using wheelchair
• Durable
• Easy to use

Cons

• Not readily available in market

• Occasional complaints of leaking pee

9. Nova Medical

Specifications

Seat dimensions: 23.25×18.75

Seat heat:              19.75

Overall Dimensions:  30×22

Colour:                            Grey

 A bedside Commode with a drop-arm thus eases transfer. Also, the product comes with a wide seat and Bariatric Commode Chair. In addition, the item also incorporates a bucket that has a lid. Essentially, the drop arm assists in transfer from the wheelchair or bed.

Pros

• Suitable for elderly using a wheelchair
• Easy to assemble

Cons

• It cannot be used in the shower

10. Medline 3-in-1 Steel Folding Bedside Commode

SPECIFICATIONS

DIMENSIONS:                  7X23X25.5

Item model number:     G1-200X1

Manufacturer:                Medline

3-in-1 foldable steel beside Commode. Also, come with a Commode chair for the toilet whose height can be adjusted. Moreover, the product has a Commode bucket with a carry handle plus a durable plastic seat and lid.

Pros

• Easy to clean
• Easy to assemble
• Durable

Cons

• The chair is sometimes complained to be unstable
• Relative expensive for ordinary people

Conclusively, Nova Medical is highly recommended as it is popular with a rating of 4.6 and offers reasonably priced. The item features a drop-arm that eases the transfer from a wheelchair or bed. Also, the Commode has a bariatric commode chair, making it more preferred.