Hoyer Presence Power Patient Lift

Professional Power Patient Lift — 500 lb Capacity with Smart Monitor Technology

The Hoyer Presence is a professional-grade powered patient lift engineered to handle virtually any resident-handling task in home care, long-term care, rehabilitation, and acute care environments. With a 500 lb safe working load, lightweight aluminum frame, powered base, and the industry-exclusive Smart Monitor technology, the Presence is the most capable and intelligent lift in the Hoyer lineup. Whether you're transferring a patient from floor to bed, bed to wheelchair, or wheelchair to toilet, the Presence delivers the lifting range, stability, and control that caregivers and patients depend on.

Smart Monitor Technology

The Presence is the only patient lift in its class with an integrated Smart Monitor — a control box with LCD display that goes well beyond basic lift operation:

• Lift activity tracking: Records actual number of lifts performed, giving facilities and caregivers data on usage patterns and compliance
• Service reminders: Automatically alerts users when recommended service intervals are due — keeping the lift in safe, reliable operating condition
• Battery status display: Shows remaining battery power at a glance so caregivers are never caught with a dead lift mid-transfer
• Large red emergency button: Immediately accessible for quick response during transfers

This level of operational intelligence is standard on every Hoyer Presence — not an optional add-on. It drives user compliance, extends lift longevity, and supports the documentation requirements of professional care environments.

Powered Base with Foot Pedal Leg Adjustment

The Presence comes standard with a powered base — meaning the legs open and close electrically via foot pedal, with no bending, twisting, or manual force required from the caregiver. This is a significant ergonomic advantage over manual base lifts, particularly when positioning the lift around wheelchairs, recliners, and other bulky furniture:

• Powered leg adjustment: Foot pedal opens and closes the U-shaped base electronically — caregiver stays upright throughout
• Adjustable U-shaped base: Widens to position around chairs and wheelchairs, narrows to pass through doorways
• Legs open inside dimension: 40.1" — plenty of clearance around standard wheelchairs and recliners
• Legs closed outside dimension: 26.4" — fits through standard doorways

Swan Neck Leg Design

The Presence uses a swan neck-style leg geometry that curves inward and under furniture — allowing the lift to get closer to the patient than standard straight-leg lifts. This is critical for floor lifts and transfers from low surfaces where positioning the lift directly over the patient makes the difference between a safe, smooth transfer and an awkward one.

Extensive Lifting Range

The Presence covers a broader lifting range than most power patient lifts — from floor-level transfers all the way to high bed frame surfaces and specialized care areas:

• Spreader bar minimum height: 16.9" — low enough for floor transfers
• Spreader bar maximum height: 75.2" — reaches high hospital bed frames and elevated surfaces
• Height at maximum reach: 51.5"
• Maximum overall height: 81.3"

Intuitive Push Pad

The Presence includes an ergonomic push pad that assists caregivers with initiating movement of the lift. Starting a loaded lift rolling takes effort — the push pad reduces the force required, protecting caregiver backs and making maneuvering smoother across carpet, thresholds, and different flooring surfaces.

Low Leg Option

The standard leg height is 4.7". For facilities or home care situations with low-clearance beds, stretchers, or furniture, the optional Low Leg Kit reduces leg height to 2.4" — allowing the lift base to slide under frames that standard legs cannot clear. This doubles the Presence's versatility in environments with non-standard furniture heights.

Interchangeable Cradle Options

The Presence is compatible with multiple spreader bar and cradle configurations, allowing it to work with a wide range of Hoyer sling systems:

• Standard 6-point cradle: Included — works with the full range of Hoyer 6-point compatible slings
• 4-point cradle: Optional — for patients who prefer a 4-point sling system
• Powered adaptive positioning cradle: Optional — 360-degree powered rotation with integrated controls, allows caregiver to stand close throughout the transfer
• Stretcher cradle: Optional — for horizontal transfers using a canvas stretcher

This interchangeability makes the Presence a single lift that can serve multiple patients with different sling and positioning needs.

Optional Integrated Scale

The Presence is available with an optional integrated digital patient scale — NAWI Class III rated for clinical accuracy. Key advantages of the integrated scale over a standalone scale:

• Weighs the patient during the transfer — no additional step or equipment required
• Does not compromise lifting height — full lifting range maintained with scale installed
• Two-sided digital display — caregiver and patient can both see the reading
• Intuitive controls allow precise weight monitoring
• Seamlessly integrates into lift function — no reconfiguration needed

Select the scale option above when adding to cart.

Cable-Free Design

The Presence operates on a self-contained power supply with no external cables or tethers to manage during transfers. The cable-free design eliminates trip hazards and simplifies maneuvering in tight spaces — an important safety feature in busy care environments.

Specifications

• Safe Working Load: 500 lbs (227 kg)
• Lift Weight: 88 lbs (40 kg)
• Spreader Bar Maximum Height: 75.2" (1,910 mm)
• Spreader Bar Minimum Height: 16.9" (430 mm)
• Height at Maximum Reach: 51.5" (1,310 mm)
• Maximum Overall Height: 81.3" (2,065 mm)
• Minimum Overall Height: 57.5" (1,460 mm)
• Maximum Overall Length: 57.5" (1,460 mm)
• Minimum Overall Length: 55.1" (1,400 mm)
• Legs Open Inside Dimension: 40.1"
• Legs Closed Outside Dimension: 26.4"
• Standard Leg Height: 4.7"
• Low Leg Option Height: 2.4"
• Frame: Lightweight engineered aluminum
• Base: Powered with foot pedal leg adjustment
• Standard Cradle: 6-point
• Certification: Tested to EN ISO 10535 — global standard for patient lifts

What's Included

• Hoyer Presence powered patient lift
• Smart Monitor control unit with LCD display
• 6-point spreader bar cradle (standard)
• Ergonomic push pad
• Battery and charger
• Owner's Manual (PDF Download)

Note: Slings are not included. The Presence is compatible with the full range of Hoyer Professional slings. View the Hoyer Sling Selection Guide to find the right sling for your patient.

Warranty

The Hoyer Presence is covered under the HoyerPro Lifts Warranty. Contact us for full warranty terms and coverage details.

Who Is the Hoyer Presence For?

Ideal For

• Professional care environments requiring a high-capacity, feature-rich power lift
• Patients up to 500 lbs requiring powered transfers throughout the day
• Facilities needing lift activity tracking and service compliance documentation
• Home care situations requiring floor-to-surface and surface-to-surface transfers
• Caregivers who need powered leg adjustment to protect their own backs
• Environments with low-clearance beds or furniture requiring the low leg option
• Patients requiring weight monitoring during transfers — select the scale option

May Not Be the Right Fit If

• Patient exceeds 500 lb weight capacity — contact us for higher-capacity bariatric lift options
• A manual hydraulic lift is preferred — see the Hoyer Classic and Advance-H lifts
• Budget is the primary concern — the Presence is a professional-grade lift priced accordingly

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Smart Monitor technology?

A: Smart Monitor is Hoyer's proprietary control system built into the Presence. It tracks the number of lifts performed, displays battery status, and alerts caregivers when recommended service is due — all on an LCD screen on the lift itself. No other patient lift in this class includes this level of operational intelligence standard.

Q: Does the lift come with a sling?

A: No — slings are sold separately. The Presence is compatible with the full Hoyer Professional sling line. Use the Hoyer Sling Selection Guide to find the right sling, or call us and we'll help you choose based on your patient's needs.

Q: What is the difference between the standard and scale versions?

A: The standard Presence ($5,293) includes everything except the integrated scale. The scale version adds a NAWI Class III-rated digital patient scale that weighs the patient during the transfer without compromising lifting height. Select the scale option above when adding to cart.

Q: Can the Presence lift a patient from the floor?

A: Yes. The spreader bar minimum height of 16.9" and the swan neck leg design allow the Presence to position over a patient on the floor for a floor-to-surface transfer. A compatible floor sling is required — see the sling selection guide.

Q: What is the Low Leg Option?

A: The standard legs are 4.7" tall. The optional Low Leg Kit reduces leg height to 2.4", allowing the base to slide under low-profile beds, stretchers, and furniture that the standard legs cannot clear. It's available as an add-on — contact us if you need this option.

Q: How long does the battery last?

A: Battery life depends on usage. The Smart Monitor displays remaining battery status at all times so caregivers always know the charge level before beginning a transfer. We recommend charging the lift daily when in regular use.

Shipping & Returns

Shipping: FREE to continental US addresses. Ships in 3–5 business days.

Returns: 30-day return policy on unopened items in original packaging. Customer is responsible for return freight charges. Contact us before returning.

Need Help?

The Hoyer Presence has multiple configuration options — scale, cradle type, low leg kit, and sling selection. Our team has been helping facilities and families navigate these decisions since 1999.

Call 800-998-4703 Monday–Friday, 7am–5pm EST or email service@allpointsmedical.com