Game Changing Mobility Product Amazes Dragons | Dragons' Den

[@qhsunny1]

My sister-in-law has one of these chairs and it has been such a life changer for her. Great Kiwi ingenuity!

[@Ls_Chainless]

What is it called ?

[@CB-xr1eg]

@@Ls_Chainless Watch the video and you'll see...

[@thegulch1780]

​@@Ls_Chainlessthe company is called "Adaptability." It's an "Omeo" wheelchair

[@sifahelemaitogalagahetau2147]

Where can l purchase one, please

[@thegulch1780]

@@sifahelemaitogalagahetau2147 put "Omeo chair" in your search engine

[@BenvanBroekhuijsen]

I am flabbergasted that I have seen Segways driving around for years with tourists on them, and not for one second I have ever thought this technology could be of such importance of parallized people. I hope they succeed.

[@jimjogger306]

Theyve been around for quite a few years to be honest, Segways have also been used for all sorts, Go-Karts, Trikes, Even ride on shopping trollies in some parts of europe for the elderly and people with health problems, Anything that already has wheels can pretty much have a segway incorporated onto it with the correct ingenuity.

[@elguitarTom]

Imagine having legs and not use them. Every wheelchair user I talked to said they would sell their grandmother to get functionable legs again

[@keithvlogs1]

When given the choice of the 1k mobility scooter vs this which is 17k... they usually go with the cheaper LOL... See why you havent seen much around ?

[@karenharvey9417]

Clearly the sharks do not now what the expensive being disable is

[@IncoG8]

@@keithvlogs1 You understood 0% about the product.

[@annalizathomson3226]

Just shows when one Dragon shows some compassion. What a turn around and all other dragons follow. Ratching down the usual greed model and actually instilling some humanity and COMPASSION in business. God knows the world needs more leaders like this... Kudos to Stephen

[@irmgardkuchernig1156]

I couldn't agree more. Compassion and Empathy strives the willingness to succeed. Beautiful. I am sure they are doing well.

[@Seawhaleorgonite]

But can they breath fire? 🤣🤣

[@ziggyschumann5284]

Their courage brought tears to my eyes.

[@boomschool]

ok cry now

[@ziggyschumann5284]

hahaha@@boomschool

[@Sir_Blinkford]

😭😭😭

[@coldestbeer]

You're the type to cry at a Taylor swift concert

[@ziggyschumann5284]

Haha, thanks for he laugh. Actually I'm usually not very sentimental, but I being paralyzed can't be a lot of fun, especially at such a young age.@@coldestbeer

[@joa5739]

I think everyone who sees this video is glad you two fellows succeeded with this Life Changing & Life Enhancing Product. Personally I felt joy when the first investor said YES I will invest in your product. The brilliance and creativity of the mind at work.

[@kaxar6954]

Those wheels will get so many doing off road activities and explore the great outdoors. Well done and good luck with the business.

[@melin1969]

at the price they are many many wont be able to obtain one

[@mehere8038]

@@melin1969 It's EXTREMELY CHEAP for a proper wheelchair, let alone one like this

[@jwsuicides8095]

@@mehere8038 And we can't afford those either.

[@mehere8038]

@@jwsuicides8095 depends on what country you're in. I'm VERY fortunate to have been born in Australia, so very few limits on me. Basically if an OT says it will improve my quality of life, the government will pay for it for me. Very, very privileged to live here!

[@TheMikster95]

Such a heartfelt episode. Happy they secured an investment

[@CB-xr1eg]

I was just disappointed they didn't both do a wheelie when they got the dragons' investments.

[@kos15280]

I have something in common with Touker, my background is also opening doors, I've done it many times

[@nzdefrag]

Yes, but can you offer empty floors of office space?, and "Touker time" 🙂

[@scruffyalice-ff5pz]

I also do not get out of bed for 1%

[@tamas5931]

Right after getting out of bed

[@jf1341]

That was a win-win, credit to Stephen for rolling it. They each get 5% for just over 13K each

[@da3v1ls93]

Your halfway to become a human spider 🕷️🕸️

[@ryandevillers214]

​@@gv7217 I would suggest they will be lobbying relevant government bodies to subsidise, I also think their cost can reduce dramatically. It's basically the same tech that's been in a segway for years😊

[@jamesprynne1422]

@@gv7217more than you think. If you add up esa and pip the benefits I’ve been refused, you could easily afford it.

[@spicekid2582]

Do the maths my friend this deal is rubbish for the dragons

[@jamesprynne1422]

@@spicekid2582 how is it they each get 5% of the whole business, they already sell two a month via word of mouth and their like 15-17k. So without improvement (which the dragons would obviously cause due to their investment) that’s 300k plus a year, I think they said they make about 5k per each unit in profit, so sticking to the just 2 their currently selling a month, that’s 120k profit a year. 5% is 6k each.that’s half their investment back in one year without improving the business. Obviously with the dragons getting them a warehouse etc their sales would be a lot more. So yes it is worth it

[@fretbuzz4415]

Wheely inspiring stuff.

[@eaomonn1215]

Lol😂

[@CEO786]

Copied comment 😮

[@Torexeon]

By Matthew Walker 😅

[@sararichardson737]

You wag!😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@jamesstrang7734]

😂😂😂

[@B1TKZH47]

Can't fake that kind of sincerity and good will. Well done!

[@adamgrimsley2900]

Yeah you can

[@Sir_Blinkford]

you mug

[@averyintelligence]

wheel*

[@dawncrisp8531]

Brilliantly executed and well done you guys you deserve to make this happen. Well done to the Dragons for your input and support 👍. I’d definitely be on board to sell these brilliant mobility/ways to improve the quality of lives to them that haven’t been able to achieve their goals.

[@InsideMen-n5q]

According to Omeo's website these guys are sales agents in London only. Omeo appears to have done everything that Peter J was suggesting they do. Kiwi's werent going to give this goldmine away.

[@AlexMuthomi-or8rk]

It's not always about the money but the impact you have on someone's life. Thanks Steve.

[@jasperpike242]

Making Segway tech useful, not just for security guards to ponce around on. Graet and good luck.

[@bandicootcollector]

Please someone make a charity to help more of us get these!!

[@mehere8038]

Look at the NDIS in Australia & pressure your government to adopt it there, so you can all get them

[@HughJohn-s1n]

Hahaha good luck wi that 😂😂😂😂

[@crewrangergaming9582]

Unfortunately Western countries' Govts are busy with defining or undefining genders and sexuality.

[@thewanderingwolves90]

I'd even invest 13 grand of my own money for 5% of that business I've got a feeling this will take over

[@MultiJejje]

Never with that price point. Or it depends what you mean by "will take over":

[@jujutrini8412]

@@MultiJejjeNew innovations are always very pricey at the beginning and then the prices usually go down after a while.

[@ihavebeenben]

​@@jujutrini8412this is an electric wheelchair......they have been around for years 😂

[@mehere8038]

@@jujutrini8412 no, it won't go down, this is already super cheap for mobility equipment! Go look at the prices for e-motion wheels or "smart drive" (which are both just basic add ons to a manual wheelchair to give some power assist) even just a basic manual wheelchair, go look at the price if you think this is expensive!

[@adriennetibble4156]

​@@MultiJejjethey actually are selling them around the world. And here in New Zealand they are funded by the government for eligible users. But can you imagine being able to play basketball and have your hands free? And so many other great things.

[@janDevries-i5d]

Steven Bartlet is such a nice guy.

[@101BrokenWorld]

Well done chaps and congratulations and for getting 3 dragons on board omg you've done fantastic 👏

[@jaseayathorai3762]

Wow! Amazing Dragons. Delighted for both Matthew and Christian.

[@moogdome2562]

Great stuff. This will change lives. Well done. Good luck.

[@carolheardson2026]

I So wishing could afford one it would change my life, I currently use a powered wheelchair, but love this amazing, Awesome model

[@thelolguy007]

Two very inspirational lads. Wish them the very best 👏

[@barnkhan]

Can’t wait to see how this grows for them! Wishing the best

[@travelwell6049]

Yes and will be brilliant if they could bring the price down for people unable to work.

[@JaceTan-90]

This is basically bringing the Segway tech to those who really need it most, and wouldn’t just do it for the views on Tik Tok. I hope this becomes a staple worldwide.

[@deepfiix]

I'm very pleased for them, I hope they do well.

[@PeterPsn-z9o]

I wish the lads well , anything with a disabled logo puts a massive premium on everything.

[@gileswolfe8842]

This is the right outcome. Too risky a venture to invest all the money in, but worth splitting the cost. With the right mentoring, they can turn this into a good social business

[@donchengiskhan8431]

This business will hit big millions in couple of years ahead

[@johnwilson5743]

WOW. I live in New Zealand and hadn't heard about this. I'd have been interested enough to get involved financially. However, the points raised by Peter(?) at the beginning are valid. These two guys are essentially just ordering "parts/functions" from two sources and jigsawing them together. I'd want to buy the patant or whatever from the "Inventor". The self balancing tech from China is available from a number of different sources. EG Look at all those EV Scooters, Skateboards and Bikes and others who also have similar tech. That total cost of 7,000 and 5,000 is just too much. Should be half, at least. I mean, what's to stop me going direct to the Inventor and buying their product? Then cutting off the English operation once the Contract is up and launching my own? NOTE WELL: I love the end product. My partner would have enjoyed it before, sadly, she passed away from MS complications. If only I had known about it!

[@ColinDaviesNZ]

They are based down in Otaki, on the Kapiti Coast. I remember they got a decent start up loan From Shane Jones's PGF, a few years ago. On a side note I have a feeling the big cost of the chairs is due to them paying licensing fees to 'Segway'

[@Cyba_IT]

Yeah, licensing and patents seem a bit flakey. That needs to be sorted first. Hopefully the dragons are sorting them out

[@amytih47]

I have such admiration for someone who can face adversity and rise, to not only enjoying life, but making it possible for other people to achieve the same freedom. Well done lads, so very excited for you both and wish you all the very best for the future.

[@jgibson5410]

If I had the money I would definitely invest in this business. I am disabled and use a mobility scooter to go out and about with. I can still walk a little but not far any more and there are so many places that I cannot go now even with a scooter. These chairs are life changers despite their cost. I truly hope these men get their business up and thriving.

[@andrewstotty1146]

Steven is a great dragon I am glad he is part of the team!!

[@mtd4577]

"i will tell you where I am" Meaningless statement in the house...

[@CB-xr1eg]

Rather like your meaningless comment...

[@brandondavenport6147]

Awesome I truly hope they exceed 👍

[@decongh]

Am sooo glad they made them an offer. Well done

[@kimlersue]

I pray this come at a price that will make them available to the majority of wheelchair bound people...Most of whom have not got a lot of money!

[@mehere8038]

this is why governments need to step up, cause this is already cheap for a good wheelchair

[@sakhter4044]

They should rent them out and also put them on finance so people have some chance to use maybe own them one day.

[@jwsuicides8095]

@@sakhter4044 Some are available on finance and rental...but very few.

[@helsnheidi]

It’s relentlessly expensive to be a disabled person 😫

[@josiemainecoon]

I'm a New Zealander! Such a shame that I've never seen one of these amazing machines over here!!!!! This is a game changer for people with spinal cord injuries, paralysis etc.

[@Q_Rated]

The 2 of them compliment eacher.

[@mancavecreations6535]

nice one dragons i respect that offer. you just gave two people a new purpose in life

[@renmusxela]

Congrats Guys, You Deserved That Win!

[@Aliz56]

Next they need to get them approved under insurance plans.. so user not paying out of pocket for full cost, insurance plans are

[@ziggyschumann5284]

Very good point. Pretty sure the sharks will figure that out.

[@mehere8038]

absolutely!

[@darrenfabray8825]

Gotta love seeing 3 dragons in it makes me smile the more dragons I see invest together

[@crewrangergaming9582]

I am glad the Dragons didn't ask them to go have a discussion near the wall.

[@Pjc0869]

This is why Steven where he is today ❤️

[@terjemah_alquran]

Wow, this episode really touched me. I hope they succeed!

[@j.a.0088]

That is fantastic deal and all three of them will do marketing and production. Wonderful product . Wish them all the luck.

[@TEL250r]

I think it’s a great idea but I’m disabled I get roughly £1000 a month how any one can afford £17000 for a wheelchair is beyond me

[@jillosler9353]

People on less than you a month seem to manage the purchase of a new electric car though? Maybe it's priorities.

[@TEL250r]

@@jillosler9353 no it’s called Motability because I have one an they start off free so get ya facts right

[@nolickspittle4753]

That's a motorbility deal!

[@jwsuicides8095]

@@jillosler9353 What people? You're talking out your rear.

[@peterallen2904]

Yes, but that’s using the mobility scheme. I guess that doesn’t cover these chairs.

[@andymrkipling]

Awesome. I hope I see these everywhere very soon.

[@Tricia-r7m]

I wish I could afford one,it looks amazing, these guys are amazing

[@juliet7703]

Yes price point is the only downside to this brilliant invention. Those that can't afford it (and many can't) will loose out

[@yvonnemccullaghward361]

Got excited seeing this. A spinal cord injury limits my mobility and this offers hope of more options for freedom of movement

[@battlemorph]

I saw a chair like this recently. The owner had changed the back of it to be a replica VW Beetle. It was fantastic!

[@shanereilly9216]

Wow that was such an amazing 😻 I got emotional watching that

[@kennethwhite5158]

Being a cripple and having difficulty walking and standing, this is undoubtedly an option for me and others. I will search for one online. Thank you, gentlemen, for sharing.

[@helsnheidi]

Please don’t use the word “cripple” - that’s highly derogatory and offensive - we aren’t living in Victorian London.

[@michelnezarrio1626]

Didn't know the Dragons Den could make me emotional

[@agrisea.original]

Peter is incorrect about the usage of the word "OEM" because using his example, Samsung doesn't build all of their products. Individual components inside a PC, for example, are made by others. An OEM warranties their end product and has their name on it.

[@DJcyberslash]

Samsung produces everything. From the chips, to the screens. The OEM is the initial manufacturer.

[@Sir_Henry_Bossocks]

WRONG

[@beatsandpieces1937]

Love seeing people happy!

[@philstrachan]

That business is going to explode with thosec3 Dragons on board!

[@randomchannel5686]

A funny fact: the dragons each gave them less than a single chair is worth haha

[@Sir_Henry_Bossocks]

they gave them less than a chair costs - totally different

[@CB-xr1eg]

@@Sir_Henry_Bossocks You tell 'em Sir Henry, jolly good show old chap, what what?

[@raymondtonks]

It brought me to tears this episode

[@Sir_Henry_Bossocks]

[@digitalstylam]

New videos are always exciting to see!

[@larryjenson8368]

Who was expecting them to jump out of their wheechairs at the end once the deal was done?

[@Nope-NotToday]

LMAOOO😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@crossxfuse]

that would've been the plot twist of the century

[@ToTheWolvesTony]

@@crossxfuse”just kidding!” 😂

[@westarrr]

The irony of Matthew called Walker and not walking was not lost on me

[@allanb52]

You could save £7,000 by using a simple joystick and make the whole thing simpler, I am guessing that a Segway SB system at around £200 would save another £4000 and make the whole thing affordable. I think the designers are trying to reinvent the wheel. Two wheels s is the key here and this could be built and sold for £2500..

[@karencurtis6141]

This is wonderful perfect result great team . Good luck for all your future ventures.x

[@mariam6790]

Amazing result… they have everything anyone could dream

[@ERICK091209]

It’s not real until Peter says “well done”

[@thomaslausen3249]

He was so excited he couldnt do 5x3 in his head 😅

[@puresunrays80]

A huge proportion of disabled people struggle financially. How on earth are we expected to find £17k?

[@MrJeffHead]

They only need a small % of the market.

[@Chopper8472]

People who are disabled and have mobility issue can get PIP(Personal Independence Payment) which majority use to get a mobility car. So the £17k will not be an issue.

[@aaronb6746]

Will they give the car up?

[@jwsuicides8095]

@@Chopper8472 If you think that people on PIP won't find £17k an issue you need to give your head a wobble.

[@Chopper8472]

@@jwsuicides8095 The Mobility Scheme allows people to lease a brand new car, scooter or a wheelchair (insurance, maintenance and repairs included) with their their PIP.

[@nikkieyeque]

I tried to purchase an omeo. First it took weeks to get any response from the suppliers. Then I had to fill out a form before I was permitted to do a trial. I filled out the form and never had any response. If they want to increase sales of a AU $30 000 chair, then maybe make it available for purchase.

[@iranicus]

Imagine if at the end they stood up and walked over to shake the dragons hands 😵

[@jayheymans8527]

Best Dragon show ever.

[@finfirun]

Wow, this is a great device. I am pretty sure this is the first time I see an actually useful thing on this show.

[@mehere8038]

I've seen FAR more useful devices, but I use a wheelchair, so I actually understand the limits of this one!

[@finfirun]

@@mehere8038 Maybe I should refrase to "The first time I've seen something on this show that instantly amazed me". I have no idea what's important in mobility devices.

[@TheReddkatt]

Stephen was brilliant in getting the investment going. Great Dragon and a nice man

[@observerobserver6040]

This would be so perfect for me. 🎉

[@upyerkilt9125]

you could use the technology from a hover board, a seat from a mobility scooter and stabilizers to stop falling o far forward and backwards

[@Bluebird-77]

This is amazing and a game changer. I think this would do well in the US and all over the world.

[@thebones]

How do we independently transfer and put this in a car?

[@JL-gf3yc]

Touker looks like 1 of those beach chairs

[@simonmcintosh6565]

Wow!! That was a lovely one!

[@erepsekahs]

A magic product. They cannot fail.

[@philtucker1224]

Decent mobility scooters are selling for 5-7k already so a hands free version obviously has a lot of potential.

[@mehere8038]

need to compare to a motorised wheelchair rather than mobility scooter. Mobility scooters have a bigger market & so are much cheaper compared to actual wheelchairs (which this is competing with)

[@philtucker1224]

@@mehere8038 any idea on price of those?

[@MarniLondon]

This is very touching well done Dragons

[@louisebroomfield1973]

Amazing piece of kit for disabled individuals and life changing. Promoting independence for many adults and perhaps children.

[@jwsuicides8095]

It's the affordability that's the problem. Very few can access them right now.

[@danieIlondon]

0:51 why did that woman have to babysit them? They are more than capable

[@jacksseawheeze2911]

She was there in case the dragons had questions for her

[@chescabanaag364]

That is so beautiful to watch.

[@davidc4408]

Peter at nesrly $1.5 billion and still looking to invest. Go relax😂. Love the motivation of these two guys pushing forward with life.

[@CB-xr1eg]

He's actually helping people by investing.🙄

[@juliagallant3885]

Anybody Anywhere Anytime What a wonderful way to get around. AMAZING 😉👍

[@myvoice338]

AMAZING… nice one Dragons👍

[@peterdadswell2827]

I see that they are now selling these in the US and Canada. Business must have been good

[@gailmcginnis4655]

will you give me info on how to contact Canadian company

[@sanjuansteve]

These should be able to be produced and sold for only around 2 times the cost of Segway self-balancing scooters! The world always takes advantage of those most in need...

[@henrydodson655]

They must pay enormous import tax /shipping fees to get that stuff from New Zealand to here.

[@MikeRees]

A segway is a toy. This is a medical device. The standards are going to be massively different.

[@mehere8038]

@@MikeRees exactly!

[@jwsuicides8095]

@@MikeRees A segway will have 20% VAT on it, this won't for anyone who is disabled.

[@courtney-ol9jx]

christian, ypur story had me in tears comgrats!!

[@anthonybrown3295]

I felt their enthusiasm good luck to them.🤩

[@nessah23]

Yes ,maybe a safety / anti theft device built in . Like fingerprint recognition to mobilise...

[@LeClaw]

what they need is a deal with one of the big para-sports governing bodies. if they could get the costs down on a bulk order it could probably happen

[@mehere8038]

costs aren't coming down, this is already cheap for mobility equipmnt!

[@leighstevens1075]

Best episode ive ever seen❤ Well done dragons

[@Tommy-fp8gi]

These People WHEELCHAIRS ARE TRULY UNBELIEVABLE... ❤❤❤ THAT'S BEAUTIFUL BECAUSE THEY MAKE THE EXPERIENCE PLEASANT FOR THE HANDICAPPED PERSON... I THINK 🤔 IT'S BRILLIANT 😃😃😃

[@DaughteroftheKing-w8s]

That was the best deal ever!!! They can only succeed.

[@georgebarnes8163]

That machine is not only a disability aid, it is a rich kids toy which is a whole different and bigger market.

[@lindacarruthers3423]

How on earth can you call it a rich kids toy .I use a wheelchair,I am no longer able to be much of a part of the world .My life is extremely curtailed.

[@BenjaminGoose]

Rich people are lazy, it's definitely a rich kid's toy.@@lindacarruthers3423

[@georgebarnes8163]

That went right over you head@@lindacarruthers3423

[@CB-xr1eg]

@@lindacarruthers3423 I think he was saying at £17,000 it's something only rich kids can afford, so therefore a toy.

[@azpersonal]

Peter Jones made an excellent point! But I am so happy Steven saw the potential