Comparing Stiltz and Lifton? Start with the fact neither brochure leads with: they are two brands from the same company.
The short answer
Stiltz and Lifton home lifts are made by the same group, from the same Kingswinford base, using the same dual-rail through-floor engineering – their websites even list the same phone number. Lifton is the premium-styled version: same lift underneath, upgraded look and positioning. Choose Stiltz for value and the widest options (including the wheelchair-ready Trio+), and Lifton if the interior-design finish justifies paying more. Neither publishes list prices; both typically land between £13,000 and £25,000 installed.
One company, two brands: the evidence
Lifton was launched by the Stiltz Group as its premium home lift brand – Stiltz announced it on its own website as “the new Stiltz premium home lift brand”. Both operations are based in Kingswinford in the West Midlands, and at the time of writing both websites list the same customer phone number. This is not a criticism of either brand; it simply means the “Stiltz vs Lifton” decision is about trim, styling and price, not about two competing engineering approaches.
Model for model: how the ranges map
| Stiltz | Lifton equivalent | |
|---|---|---|
| Two-person lift | Duo+ (0.55 m² footprint; Classic or Thru-Car) | LiftonDUO (one or two people, compact footprint) |
| Three-person / wheelchair | Trio+ (1.25 m²; ramp included; Thru-Car option) | LiftonTRIO (full-sized wheelchair, up to three people) |
| Power | Standard 13-amp socket | Standard domestic supply |
| Travel | Between floors in under 30 seconds | Same drive system |
| Structure | Self-supporting dual rails – no shaft, pit or machine room | Same |
What is actually different
- Finish and styling: Lifton’s cabins are pitched at the interiors-led buyer; Stiltz offers more configuration choice, including the Thru-Car (doors on both sides).
- Positioning and price: Lifton sits at the premium end. Expect a Lifton quote to come in above the equivalent Stiltz for similar travel and floors.
- Warranty: Lifton advertises a one-year parts-and-labour guarantee with round-the-clock support; Stiltz warranty terms are confirmed at quote stage – ask both to put it in writing.
What you will actually pay
Neither brand publishes prices – every lift is quoted after a home survey. Based on 2026 UK market figures, compact through-floor lifts of this type run roughly £13,000–£22,000 installed, with wheelchair-rated and premium-trim versions reaching £25,000. If the lift is for a disabled user it is usually zero-rated for VAT, and a Disabled Facilities Grant can contribute up to £30,000 in England. See our full cost guide for what moves a quote up or down.
Which should you choose?
- Best value two-person lift: Stiltz Duo+ – smallest footprint, plugs into a normal socket.
- Wheelchair user: Stiltz Trio+ (ramp included) or LiftonTRIO – same capability, different trim.
- Design-led renovation: LiftonDUO or TRIO if the finish matters more than the premium.
- Not sure the through-floor style suits at all: compare Aritco, Cibes and Terry Lifts in our brand comparison.
Frequently asked questions
Is Lifton made by Stiltz?
Yes. Lifton is the premium home lift brand of the Stiltz Group, announced on Stiltz’s own website, and both share the same Kingswinford operation.
Is a Lifton lift better than a Stiltz?
Mechanically they use the same dual-rail, self-supporting through-floor system. The differences are cabin styling, trim options and price – not the underlying lift.
Can both take a wheelchair?
The three-person models can: the Stiltz Trio+ comes with a ramp, and the LiftonTRIO accommodates a full-sized wheelchair. The two-person Duo models are too small for wheelchair use.
Sources: Stiltz and Lifton official websites (specifications and announcements), accessed July 2026; UK Home Lifts 2026 price research. We are independent and take no commission from either brand.
Read our full Stiltz review and Lifton review. Prices are indicative 2026 figures; every installation is quoted after a survey.