Special Tomato Hi-Low Seating System vs Special Tomato Soft-Touch Sitter
Side-by-side specs from each maker.
Only the differences are shown.
| Special Tomato Hi-Low Seating System | Special Tomato Soft-Touch Sitter | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Adaptive seat, bath, or toileting system | Adaptive seat, bath, or toileting system |
| How to get it (maker) | Usually through a medical equipment dealer with a prescription | Usually through a medical equipment dealer with a prescription |
| Model number | Maker assembly guide title: Model# Series 79300105 & 79300305; item special-toma | Maker manual lists Model# Series 77XXXXXX & 78XXXXXX; headrest 77020000 |
| Max. weight | 130 lb | Not listed |
| Age (maker) | Target age 9 mos to Adult (by cushion) | Target age 1-2 yrs up to 13 yrs to adult (by size) |
| Sizes | Small shell max 80 lbs, Large shell max 130 lbs; cushions MS1-MS7 (9 mos-9 yrs, 28-52 in) and ML1-ML7 (6 yrs-Adult, 45 in-Adult) | Target ranges, Size 1: 20-30 lb, 30-35 in, 1-2 yrs; Size 2: 30-60 lb, 35-48 in, 2-6 yrs; Size 3: 40-80 lb, 40-56 in, 6-9 yrs; Size 4: 50-110 lb, 50-65 in, 9-14 yrs; Size 5: 90-200 lb, 54-74 in, 13 yrs to adult |
| Dimensions | Footprint 25.25 x 35 in; tray 24 x 17 in; floor-to-seat height Small 14-28.5 in | Overall seat W x D x H: S1 12x12x25; S2 12x14x29; S3 16x16x34; S4 18x19x40; S5 2 |
| Material | Soft-Touch cushions (latex free, peel and tear resistant, fluid impermeable); wood accents; four 5 in swivel casters with brake locks | Soft-Touch material (latex-free, peel- and tear-resistant, fluid impermeable); solid wood bases (per the maker) |
| What's included | Shell/base, seat, back and headrest cushions, harness, footrest; optional tray with risers; initial assembly required; 5-year warranty on cushions, strapping and shell, 2-year on Hi-low base | Contoured seat with built-in abductor, lateral and head supports, 5-point trunk harness, 3-point pelvic harness, attachment straps; bases and headrest/tray are options; 5-year manufacturer's warranty |
| Care | Not listed | Easy to wipe clean. |
| Maker's warnings | Not listed | intended for children with mild to moderate positioning needs; call (800) 371-2778 or use the sizing form. |
Special Tomato Hi-Low Seating System
A height-adjustable version of the Special Tomato MPS seat on a rolling base, with tilt-in-space and pedal-activated adjustments.
- Floor to table height range stated
- Tool-free, pedal-activated adjustments
Special Tomato Soft-Touch Sitter
A contoured floor, chair or base-mounted sitter in five sizes with built-in abductor, harnesses and optional wood bases.
- Five sizes from toddler to adult
- Fits floor, chair, stroller or wood bases
- Prices not broken out by base or size
- No crash test or standard wording