How much does a curved stairlift cost?

A standard new curved stairlift costs £3,800-£8,000 (average £5,500 installed). Complex custom curved stairlifts for spiral or multi-landing staircases can cost £8,000-£12,000+.

Why are curved stairlifts so expensive?

Every curved stairlift rail is custom-manufactured to match your exact staircase. This requires a home survey, bespoke engineering, and longer installation time (typically 4-8 hours vs 2-4 for straight).

Can you get a reconditioned curved stairlift?

Yes, but they are less common and more expensive than reconditioned straight stairlifts. Expect to pay £1,395-£4,475, with an average of £2,935.

Curved Stairlift Prices UK 2026

By Stairlift Price Watch Editorial Team Published 3 April 2026 · Updated 3 April 2026 8 min read

A new curved stairlift costs £3,800-£8,000 (average £5,500 installed) for a standard curved staircase. For complex staircases with multiple bends, intermediate landings, or spiral designs, expect £8,000-£12,000+.

Curved stairlifts cost roughly double the price of straight stairlifts because every rail is custom-manufactured to match your exact staircase.

Brand-by-Brand Curved Stairlift Prices

Brand	Starting Price (installed)	Notes
Companion	From £3,750	Handicare’s sales arm
Brooks	From £3,800	Budget curved option
Handicare	From £3,950	Savaria-owned, slim track options
Acorn	From £5,500	UK’s largest provider
TKE Solutions	From £5,600	Single-source estimate
Stannah	Est. £5,000-£8,000+	Premium brand, prices not publicly listed

Note on Age UK: Age UK has been reported as pricing curved stairlifts from around £8,200. This appears high compared to other sources selling Handicare products (which Age UK resells). We recommend getting comparative quotes before purchasing through Age UK.

Why Curved Stairlifts Cost More

Every curved stairlift rail is custom-manufactured to match your exact staircase. This involves:

A home survey — an engineer measures your staircase precisely
Custom engineering — the rail is manufactured to your measurements
Types of curves — 90-degree turns, 180-degree turns, intermediate landings, or spiral staircases all affect complexity and cost
Longer installation — typically 4-8 hours vs 2-4 hours for straight

Reconditioned Curved Stairlift Prices

A reconditioned curved stairlift costs £1,395-£4,475 (average £2,935). These are less commonly available than reconditioned straight models because every rail is unique to its original staircase.

However, some manufacturers now offer modular curved rails that can be adapted to different staircases, making reconditioned curved stairlifts more viable.

Curved Stairlift Rental

Curved stairlift rental is significantly more expensive than straight. Expect approximately £3,000 for 6 months, then around £150 per month thereafter. Due to the high install cost, rental is rarely cost-effective for curved stairlifts unless the need is genuinely temporary.

How to Save on a Curved Stairlift

Apply for a DFG grant — the higher cost of curved stairlifts makes grants even more valuable. Up to £30,000 in England
Get at least 3 quotes — curved stairlift prices vary more between companies than straight. Get free quotes
Claim VAT relief — 0% for disabled, 5% for over-60s on supply and installation. On a £5,500 stairlift, 0% VAT saves you £917. VAT relief guide
Consider refurbished — can save £2,000-£3,000 vs new
Check if modular rail works — some modular rails are cheaper to manufacture than fully bespoke