Every Australian home deserves accessible design. For many families, moving between floors should not require a costly renovation or structural overhaul. Traditional commercial elevators often do not suit suburban homes, either in cost or scale. Compact Home Lifts offer a smarter, more accessible alternative.
Compact Versus Commercial: How Big Is the Gap?
Traditional commercial lifts involve substantial installation costs and complications:
- Larger footprints
- Dedicated lift shafts
- Load-bearing structural changes
- Three-phase power requirements
These often drive costs well beyond $60-90,000+, excluding the delays and labour involved in fitting them to existing homes.
The Compact Advantage
Compact Elegance and Compact Elegance Plus eliminate most of these hurdles:
- Prices start from $31,000, including installation
- No lift shaft or load-bearing walls required
- Plug into a standard 10amp outlet
- Installed in one to two days with minimal disruption
Features or Final Cost: What Matters More?
Both Compact lift models prioritise practicality, safety and low running costs.
Key Benefits
- Premium safety features include emergency stop buttons, backup power and advanced sensors.
- Self-supporting rail system allows flexible placement, even inside built-in wardrobes.
- Compact Elegance: The most space-efficient option at just 0.8m². Designed for two passengers, it is quiet and energy-efficient.
- Compact Elegance Plus: Slightly larger at 1.44m², this model accommodates standard wheelchairs, walking frames and broader mobility needs.
- Transparent pricing: All quotes include full installation with no hidden costs.
Value for Money: A Feature Comparison
| Feature | Compact Elegance | Compact Elegance Plus | Typical Commercial Lift |
| Starting price (AUD) | $31,000 | $35,000+ | $60-90,000+ |
| Footprint | 0.8m² | 1.44m² | 2.5m²+ |
| Installation time | 1–2 days | 1–2 days | 1–2 weeks+ |
| Power | 10amp outlet | 10amp outlet | Three-phase, 20amp |
| Wheelchair accessible | No | Yes | Varies |
| Structural alterations required | Minimal | Minimal | Extensive |
| Safety sensors and emergency backup | Yes | Yes | Varies |
| Ongoing maintenance | Included (7-year warranty) | Included (7-year warranty) | Often additional cost |
| Noise level | Quiet | Quiet | Variable |
Compact lifts can reduce installation costs by up to 50 percent compared to commercial models, without sacrificing essential safety or functionality.
Why Australians Choose Compact Lifts
- Faster installation: No rewiring, demolition or need to move out
- Energy-efficient: Uses the same power as a household kettle
- Fits local homes: Designed for compact, modern layouts
- Transparent pricing: No surprise fees for safety add-ons
Explore the practical difference
Home lifts are not just for mobility, they enhance everyday living. From carrying groceries to reducing strain on stairs, they make your home safer and more convenient.
Want to see how a Compact Home Lift could simplify your daily routine?
Contact us for a free consultation.
