This guide will explore the Vive Wheelchair cushions and look at in-depth reviews of the product and what you can expect from these particular wheelchair cushions. Vive is a leading brand in health-related products like mobility, bathroom safety, home care, foot care, physical therapy, and more. In terms of wheelchair cushions, let’s take a look at what they offer.
Vive offers a wide array of wheelchair cushions from honeycomb, gel, and air they have a design and product for most people that sit in a wheelchair.
Editors Choice
1. Vive Gel Wheelchair Cushion
Vive wheelchair cushions make an excellent choice for a lot of users. This excellent cushion will help anyone feel more comfortable while in a wheelchair or an office chair. Below are some of the positives of this cushion.
This particular cushion is made of gel and is great for:
- Back support
- Sciatica
- Coccyx
- Tailbone pain relief
- And more.
4 layers of support
This cushion uses 4 layers of supportive materials. They are the very outer layer that has a water-resistant cover that also can be machine washed for easy cleaning. The waterproof seal layer ensures that the fluids will not get on the foam.
The third layer is the supportive foam that is used to withstand the weight and provide long support. The fourth layer is the liquid-gel interior that helps to disburse pressure.
Gel Center Core
The Gel center core is what allows your weight to be distributed allowing for better pressure relief when sitting on the cushion. This is especially helpful for pressure sore relief.
Size is right
The size is right and fits most standard size wheelchairs and even office chairs. The size is such that it allows your entire bottom to fit on the cushion but still small enough that you can take this cushion with you on vacation.
- Thickness:
3 inches of support - Sixes
16″ x16″, 18″x 16″, 20″ x 16″
Score: 
(4.8 / 5)
Pros
- Great price
- 4 layers of support
- Gel Core
- Removable cover
- Waterproof layer
- Distribute pressure evenly
Cons
- May not be firm enough for those that are looking for a firmer type of users
Bottom-line: Those looking for a gel wheelchair seat cushion at a great price will want to try the Vive Gel wheelchair cushion. Its 4 layers of support makes ridding in a wheelchair much more comfortable.
2. Vive Honeycomb Gel Seat Cushion
The Vive honeycomb gel seat cushion is a really lightweight and portable cushion that can help with comfort while sitting in not only a wheelchair but also office chairs, benches, and more.
Unique honeycomb design
The unique open cell breathable design helps with heat buildup. This is done because the honeycomb design dissipates heat making sitting for long periods of time cooler.
Easy to clean
Another great feature of this cushion is the outer cover. Not only is it nonslip, but it is also washable. This means anytime it dirty just take it off and put it into the washing machine.
Latex-free gel
This wheelchair cushion from Vive uses a medical-grade gel that is latex-free. The gel keeps its shape even when long seating takes place.
Lightweight design
This particular cushion is lightweight and can be used for:
- Traveling
- Wheelchairs
- Office
- In the car
- On a plane
- Or anywhere else you need a comfortable seat cushion.
Score: 
(4.7 / 5)
Pros
- Washable mesh cover
- Easily portable
- Non-slip base
- Open cell design
- Resilient non liquid Gel
Cons
- Not great for higher weight limits over 250 lbs.
Bottom-line: This is a great all around honeycomb style gel seat cushion that helps you stay cool by allowing heat to quickly dissipate. Those looking for a lightweight portable cushion will like this model.
3. Vive Max Gel Bariatric Wheelchair Cushion
The Vive Max Gel Bariatric seat cushion is a large and strong cushion that can support up to 300 pounds and will not lose its shape over time.
The gel-like most gel cushions help to distribute weight across the cushion so it helps to provide relief from coccyx, back, and hip pain.
This Vive seat cushion fits most seats and measures 16″ by 16″ Not only can this be used on a wheelchair but it can be used on many other types of chairs.
Designed with individual Cooling Cells
This cushion is designed with 45 individual cells that allow air to circulate freely while helping to disperse heat. This in return helps to keep cool and dry.
Non-slip and water-resistant cover
The external cover is really easy to clean and is water-resistant and has a non-slip material that makes it secure when sitting on any chair.
Score: (4.8 / 5)
Pros
- Great weight capacity
- Individual gel cells
- Breathable
- Great on the go on for home use
- Air flows easily
- Easy to clean
Cons
- Little heavier then some other cushions
Bottom-line: Those looking for a bariatric style cushion that can support higher weights will love this gel cushion from Vive. Its priced great and gets high reviews.
4. Vive Folding Wheelchair Cushion
Vive also makes a great folding portable cushion that makes traveling and storing really easy. It has a hinged design that folds up in a more compact design for storing. The two soft-grip handles also make carrying this cushion easier.
The cushion is lightweight will make a great upgraded sit to any wheelchair or office chair. This particular cushion works well against pressure points and helps to relieve pain by distributing the weight.
This cushion is 3″ thick and made from high-density foam. This helps keep the cushion maintained its shape longer.
The nonslip removal cover is waterproof and also has a nylon cover that can be cleaned easily.
Score: (4.8 / 5)
Pros
- Lightweight
- Easy to transport
- Easy to store
- Fits most wheelchairs
- Works in a standard office chair
Cons
- Not many negatives
Bottom-line: Those that want a wheelchair cushion that can fold and take with you will love this cushion by Vive. Lightweight, easy to store, and comfortable.
5. Vive Hemorrhoid cushion
The Vive Ergonomic cushion design is great for support and features an open center that help to relive pressure form the tailbone.
We love how this cushion is discreet and can be used on any chair to help relive pains from hemorrhoids, pressure ulcers, back pain, prostatitis, and more.
Made with a breathable washable removable cover its easy to keep the cushion clean. The memory foam is constructed with thick 2.76″ foam for great comfort and support.
Score: (4.8 / 5)
Pros
- Lightweight
- Washable cover
- Easy to transport
- Ergonomic cushion design
- Supportive memory foam
Cons
- Not many negatives
Bottom-line: If you want a discrete hemorrhoids cushion for a wheelchair or office c hair this is the one for you.
