Drive Medical 12486 Folding Shower Chair, Bath Bench with Drainage Holes and In-Seat Handles, Supports Users Up To 300 Pounds, White

Works well in a shower stall
Some of the negative reviews of this bath bench made me nervous. For that reason I had purchased a non-folding bath bench, but I really didn’t like that one as it took up a lot of space when not in use and was difficult to adjust. I found that none of the complaints on this model have been an issue for me. I’m using this in a shower stall and it fits just fine. It was easy to assemble and folds up fairly compact. Adjusting the height is easy. It’s very stable and easy to set up and fold away. I saw some complaints that it was difficult to set up correctly, but I found it’s actually more difficult to not set it up correctly. The legs are clearly marked A or B and where they attach are clearly marked A or B. Adjusting the height is easy. When you unfold it, it snaps securely into place. It’s take a little bit of effort, but it does unfold fairly easily as well. The feet hold firmly and do not slide around the bottom of the stall. The drain holes and textured surface keep water from pooling and prevent you from sliding around. I find this to be a good value and wish I purchased this one first instead of the non-folding one I started with.

Fair priced and stable
Bought this Aug 2023 and only now did one of the legs break down in Nov 2025. I honestly did not expect it to last this long especially when I have a shower/bathtub situation. And I am in an old building so of course the bathtub is narrow. Doesn’t fit perfectly but I get it in there and the rubber feet curve into the tub so it’s sturdy enough for me especially since I am roughly 280 lbs. It’s been so helpful for getting me to take regular showers while having chronic pain and fatigue. No falls or slips to report either.

A bath bench that doesn’t fit in a bathtub. Ridiculous.
UPDATE: I went to start a return and this item is NOT returnable! I am left to my own devices to try to get the manufacturer to take it back and they won’t. I am furious. If you REALLY feel you need this, carefully check all measurements a few times before you do because once you get it, it’s yours even if it nearly kills you.Review:As many other reviewers have said, this folding shower bench does’t quite fit in a traditional bathtub. I can’t figure out why on earth Drive Medical would not have measured a standard tub and made this thing fit. I need a bath bench temporarily because I had cochlear implant surgery recently and my balance is off. I don’t want to risk falling. I need one that folds because space is limited and I don’t have room for a big shower seat. This one fit the bill so I got it – without reading the reviews. Not smart.It doesn’t sit flush on the tub floor. The feet are just a tad too wide so they sit on one side right but, on the other side, they are raised a bit because they are hitting the tub wall. To be fair, the leg extenders are easy to put on and the height is adjustable. I have no problems folding the bench. It folds like a TV tray. It seems to be sturdy enough for me. I did not shower with it. I just sat on it with my husband nearby in case it tipped over. I am 130 pounds and I don’t rely heavily on the seat. I have my feet planted on the tub floor and could stand up if I felt the bench was not stable. I probably could use this but it would rock a little. The question is, would the legs give way and collapse causing me injury? I can’t risk that.This bench would probably suffice in a shower stall or wider tub if you’re not too heavy and and don’t need help with propping up your back and handles to help you to stand up. It’s bare bones. And it’s stupid because they made the legs just a tinnnyyy bit too wide to securely fit into a tub and didn’t tell anyone that. I have to send it back although I could probably manage to use it and deal with the wobbliness. But I paid for something to keep me safe in the shower, not to risk busting my head open each time I use it. I would not recommend it to anyone even if it did fit well. This one was and is disappointing. *I cannot return this so I threw away $33.00.. Don’t be like me. Buy something else.

Super helpful for broken foot
This was a complete lifesaver for me. I broke my foot, but am still able to bathe since I’m in a walking boot. Our shower has corner benches, but it was hard to get up and down because they’re so small, and it just overall wasn’t comfortable for too long. Washing my hair was a chore, even with a handheld showerhead. And maneuvering around the shower on one foot was exhausting.So my husband suggested getting one of these, and this is the one that seemed most promising. I liked that it could fold so it would be out of the way when he showers. I’m not sure about the reviewers who said it was hard to fold/reopen. I’ve been using it for about 7 weeks now without issue. My husband folds it up before his shower in the morning and then opens it back up for me after he’s done. Says he’s never had trouble with it.No, it will not fit in a bathtub, but it fits great in our shower stall. Completely sturdy – I’m about 250lbs and I never feel like it’s going to collapse under me, even though I was sitting down pretty hard on it the first week or so. I was surprised at how angled it was, but we just adjusted the legs so it only tilts forward a smidge. Doesn’t slide around while I’m using it either, but moves easily if I need to adjust it while standing.Would highly recommend to anyone who can’t stand in the shower. I’m able to hop in, turn and sit, and angle the showerhead so the water hits my head the same as normal.

I like every thing about it. Folds down easily. Lightweight and sturdy. A great addition to my shower.

A neighbour lent my wife an identical stool while we waited for delivery of this one. It is absolutely ideal for the job. Very sturdy and easy to put together when received. I recommend it. This supplier was half the price of a local shop, and cheaper than others on Amazon.