Walker Mobility vs. Buena Vista Scooters?

[Disneylvr]

I currently have an ECV reserved with Walker but now I am doubting my choice only because the return time I could get on my last full day is not ideal, between 7:30-8:30 PM. No times were available on the morning of my departure. I am going to miss the evening shows in whatever park I go to that last evening which may be big deal to me because I only have 3 park days for this trip. I am now considering a Disney approved company, so that I can just drop off scooter at the resort guest services, but wonder if the cost is going to be substantially more and do they have the good reputation Walker does.

 

[bianca]

I used Apple in December. It was a nightmare. The wheelchair wasn't there when I arrived, as had been arranged and paid for. When I called, they said they would be there at 9:30 pm. Again, didn't show. Then I called and was told that they "usually drop off in the middle of the night." Obviously a lie, as my chair arrived the next morning. They are Disney approved.

For the next trip, I scheduled Walker. Night and day difference. Yes ...... I had to be there for the hand-off. That being said, it was seamless and at least I HAD the chair. I would recommend Walker and keep trying to get a window closer to what works for you.

 

[Disneylvr]

Another question, will the Disney bus drivers park it for you on the bus if you request it? I am an ECV novice.

 

[powellrj]

Can you practice using an ECV at your local grocery store or big box store like target or wal mart? It might make you more comfortable using it at WDW.

 

[Selket]

I've rented from Buena Vista Scooters for my last two trips (including this past week) and had a great experience both times. No problems with the scooter and I picked it up and dropped off at bell services. I was able to return it by 9:30am my departure day which made it great. Both companies seem to get very good reviews here (Walker and BVS). I don't know what the price difference is - call them and compare perhaps? I wouldn't have wanted a 9:30pm drop off as that would have affected my plans too much.

Several times the bus driver offered to help park if I needed it and one guy actually sort of insisted that I just pull up and he lifted it into place...lol! Obviously that wouldn't work had I not been able to move out of it but it was sort of funny. I had no problems parking it and you'll be fine - don't worry about that!

 

[davper]

I had Walker last trip and will have them this trip. But in your case, you really should go with a Disney approved vendor for the convenience.

 

[Disneylvr]

I had Walker last trip and will have them this trip. But in your case, you really should go with a Disney approved vendor for the convenience.

I haven't canceled Walker yet... Since they announced the RoL will not be starting on April 22nd I know that AK hours won't be extended in early May either for the show. I have AK planned for my last afternoon/evening so returning the scooter to Walker between 7:30-8:30 is now not going to be a problem since it will be closing at 6pm.

 

[JennyDrake]

I have not used BVS, but had excellent results with Walker.

 

[BeerMe]

We've used Walker severaltimes and they have always been good.

 

[RedStars]

We're using walker for the 3rd time next week.