MCombo 7287 Power Lift Recliner Review for Seniors (2026)
By Lark Maple, Editor · Updated July 2026
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- Budget
- Limited mobility
A budget power lift recliner with a 350 lb capacity and a longer-than-usual footrest. It buys the lift function and little else. The trade-offs are linked back-and-footrest movement and mixed long-term durability reports.
Pros
- Roughly a quarter the price of a premium infinite-position chair while still powering the lift
- Assembles in about 15 minutes without tools, which matters when nobody in the house moves furniture
- The 4.7-inch extended footrest supports the heels instead of letting them hang off the end
Cons
- Reviewers report lift-mechanism durability problems over time; the aggregate sits near 8.1/10 across roughly 924 reviews rather than at the top of the scale
- Not infinite position — back and footrest move together, so a true flat sleeping position is not available
- Needs 15.7 in of clearance behind it, so it cannot sit flat against a wall
Specifications
| Positioning | Two-position power lift and recline, up to 140 degrees |
|---|---|
| Weight capacity | 350 lb |
| Seat width | 21.7 in (Regular) |
| Recommended user height | 5 ft 1 in to 5 ft 9 in |
| Footrest | 4.7-inch extended footrest |
| Clearance | 15.7 in of wall clearance needed to recline |
| Extras | Dual USB ports, two cup holders, side pockets |
| Assembly | About 15 minutes, no tools |
| Warranty | 2-year limited |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much space does it need behind it?
- About 15.7 inches of clearance to recline fully. That is the figure people miss when they measure only the chair footprint, and it is why a lift chair often cannot go where the old armchair sat.
- What height range is it built for?
- The manufacturer gives 5 ft 1 in to 5 ft 9 in for the Regular size with the extended footrest. Outside that range the footrest either leaves the heels unsupported or pushes the knees up.
- Is this a medical device?
- No. A lift chair is seating furniture, not a patient lift or medical device. If a person cannot bear weight or needs help transferring, ask a physical or occupational therapist what is appropriate before buying.