If Your Budget Is Only 1 Million Baht, Which Home Lift Brands Can You Choose?

Many people need a home lift but have a limited budget. So we have gathered the details and the options for home lifts priced under 1 million baht that still deliver high quality and safety, five brands from the Cibes Lift Group.

5 Home Lift Brands Within a 1,000,000 Baht Budget

1. Cibes UNO (2 floors) in white, around 930,000 baht (excluding VAT)
2. Ascenda S (2 floors) priced at 599,999 baht (including VAT)
3. KALEA Silk (2 floors) in black, around 899,000 baht (excluding VAT)
4. Gravital Essence (2 floors) around 990,000 (excluding installation, VAT and shipping)
5. The Symmetry, Inline Gear Drive System model (2 floors) around 990,000 (excluding installation, VAT and shipping)

Below we have also prepared the details on design and installation, drive technology, safety standards and the key technical specifications, to help you make your decision.

1.Cibes UNO home lift, 2 floors, 930,000 baht (excluding VAT)

Cibes Lift UNO installed in the corner of a home

Cibes UNO home lift a 2-floor home lift in white, around 930,000 baht (excluding VAT) is the entry-level home lift from Cibes, the Swedish lift brand built on clean Scandinavian simplicity backed by world-class performance and safety. Here are its highlights and the details worth knowing.

1.1 Design and installation

• Space-saving and easy to install: the screw-driven lift is a machine room-less lift and comes with its own lift shaft , so it does not affect the existing structure of the house
• No lift pit to dig: it needs a lift pit of only 50-70 mm, or if you would rather not dig at all, a ramp can be installed instead so the structure of the house stays untouched
• A wide choice of sizes: up to 41 sizes to suit every space, from a compact townhome to a luxury villa

1.2 Technology and drive system

• Ecosilent 2.0 screw drive: smooth, peaceful travel with an operating noise level of no more than 40 decibels (as quiet as a library)
• Energy efficient: rated Energy Label A, using up to 45% less energy than a conventional lift and kinder to the environment
• Smart IoT system: supports IoT (Internet of Things) connectivity for lift status monitoring, remote diagnostics and preventive maintenance

1.3 Safety and operating standards

• European standards: certified to the EN81-41 , SIL3 and Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC safety standards, the highest level of safety. You should also read The 3 home lift quality certificates you must know before you buy! if you are deciding on a home lift right now
• Complete safety equipment: standard control buttons with Braille , an LED-lit safety edge, an emergency stop button and an intercom system
• Power-failure rescue system (ARD Battery): a backup battery takes the lift to the nearest floor and opens the door automatically when the power goes out

1.4 Key technical specifications

• Load capacity: up to 400 kilograms
• Speed: 0.15 metres per second, as recommended by European safety standards
• Travel distance: up to 20 metres, serving up to 6 floors
• Power supply: supports both single phase (220V) and three phase (220V/380V)

Cibes UNO suits homes that want easier movement between floors, especially households with elderly members or wheelchair users. If you are interested, you can try one at a Cibes Lift showroom in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket or Udon Thani. And if Cibes home lifts appeal to you, you can browse the other models at https://www.cibeslift.co.th/lifts/home-lift/

2.Ascenda Minivator Size S home lift, 2 floors, 599,999 baht (including VAT)

Ascenda Minivator Size S, a 2-floor home lift installed through a ceiling opening

Ascenda Lift Size S home lift 2 floors, priced at 599,999 baht (including VAT) is the model designed for maximum space saving and ideal for fitting into an existing home

2.1 Design and installation

• Space-saving design: built for 1-2 people and needing very little floor area, only about 1 square metre
• Installation options: two main configurations are available, through the floor, which uses “Hatch” technology, a panel that closes the opening between floors for a neat finish and fall protection, and middle of stairs, which comes with a Guardian Gate fall-protection door
• Fast, easy installation: completed within 5-7 days by a team of just 2 specialist technicians, with no impact on the main structure of the house
• Premium look: a 360-degree panoramic glass car and an automatic saloon door, with two standard colours to choose from, Organic Signal White and Gothic Graphite Black

2.2 Technology and drive system

• EcoSilent 2.0 drive system: advanced screw-drive technology working with a PMSM UltraQuiet motor that reaches 95% efficiency, giving smooth and quiet travel
• Swedish-standard quietness: extremely quiet in operation at no more than 40 decibels, so it never disturbs anyone resting at home
• Top-tier energy efficiency: rated Energy Label A, drawing only 2.9 kilowatts (up to 45% less energy than a conventional lift) and connecting straight to a single phase (220V) domestic supply

2.3 Safety and operating standards

• All-round safety system: fitted with a Safety Pan (a protective plate under the car), the lift stops immediately the moment it touches an obstacle or a pet
• Emergency handling: in a power cut the lift switches to a backup battery to bring passengers down to the ground floor and open the door automatically. There is also a Manual Lowering System (MLS) for lowering the lift by hand in other fault situations
• Limitations of the Size S model: because the car is so compact, this model cannot take a wheelchair and has no folding seat or handrail control as found on the larger models
• High-quality materials: tempered laminated safety glass with high impact resistance to European and American standards

2.4 Key technical specifications

• Maximum load: 350 kilograms
• Maximum speed: 0.15 metres per second
• Lift pit: no pit to dig, it installs straight onto the existing floor
• Overhead clearance: a very modest 2,250 millimetres (ideal for homes with low ceilings)
• Maximum travel: 4,250 millimetres
• Maintenance and warranty: serviced once a year, with a 2-year warranty

Ascenda Minivator Size S suits homes with limited space (1 sq m) for 1-2 people (no wheelchair). It installs easily in 5-7 days with no pit to dig, runs quietly and is very safe, making it a great fit for an existing home that wants added convenience without touching the structure

3.KALEA Silk home lift, 2 floors, around 899,000 baht (excluding VAT)

KALEA LIFT SILK in black, high safety

KALEA SILK home lift a 2-floor lift in black, around 899,000 baht (excluding VAT) is a platform lift built around minimalist luxury and effortless everyday use

3.1 Design and installation

• Scandinavian design: created under a simple yet striking Minimalist Luxury concept
• Panoramic glass shaft: a 360-degree clear glass shaft made from Tempered Laminated Glass to European standards
• Premium finishes: a mirrored ceiling, standard Black Flooring from Switzerland, and a shaft sprayed in Gothic Graphite Black with a Premium Coating
• Quick and easy installation: this lift needs no pit and no machine room, so the structure of the house is untouched. Installation takes only 5-7 days and it can be fitted indoors or outdoors

3.2 Technology and drive system

• EcoSilent system: a screw drive developed to run near-silently and smoothly, with an operating noise level of no more than 40 decibels
• High-efficiency motor: a permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) reaching up to 95% efficiency
• Noise and friction innovations: SilentBox technology removes high-frequency noise, and guide rollers cut friction by 90% with no lubrication needed
• Energy efficiency: rated Energy Label A, using up to 45% less energy than a conventional lift

3.3 Safety and operating standards

• European standards: certified to the world-class safety standards EN81-41:2015 and Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
• Complete safety systems: fitted with a Safety Edge and a Safety Bar, plus an ARD Battery backup for power failures
• Ideal for older users: the control panel uses ergonomically designed Mechanical Buttons that are easy and convenient for every age, especially the elderly
• Smart features: a Child Lock stops children riding alone, and an internet connection reports lift status to a control centre 24 hours a day

3.4 Key technical specifications

• Load capacity: carries up to 400 kilograms
• Available sizes: up to 41 platform sizes to match the space in your home
• Door height: the standard swing door has a total height of 2,350 mm
• Manufacturing standards: certified to ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 by TÜV Rheinland

4.Gravital Essence home lift, 2 floors, around 990,000 baht (excluding installation, VAT and shipping)

The Gravital Essence home lift, set in a shaft in the stairwell opening

Gravital Essence (2 floors) is a home lift designed around the idea of “Modern Elegance”, focusing on blending in with the design of the home and on a ride experience above the ordinary

4.1 Design and installation

• Designed by an Italian designer: created by Francesco Granata, the Italian head of design, who turns the lift into a beautiful, contemporary part of the home
• A distinctive interior: finished with a high-quality rear wall, a horizontal control panel like no other, and a mirrored ceiling that adds a sense of luxury
• No lift pit to dig: an installation innovation that needs a pit only 200 mm deep, or no pit at all (using a ramp on the ground floor instead), which makes fitting it into an existing home simple
• Space-saving sliding door: a stainless steel sliding door designed to take up very little space in front of the lift, even in a narrow hallway, while keeping the car interior generously wide

4.2 Technology and drive system

• Belt-drive system: it uses Traction lift technology, meaning a motor-driven lift, and in Gravital’s case a belt takes the place of the steel rope, engineered for exceptional smoothness and quietness
• High speed: reaches 0.4 metres per second, almost 3 times faster than a typical screw-driven platform lift
• Extra Silent operation: the noise level in use is quieter than everyday conversation, so it never disturbs anyone resting at home
• Maximum space efficiency: a space utilisation rate of up to 63%, cutting wasted area inside the lift shaft

4.3 Safety and operating standards

• European standards: the key components are certified to the European safety standards EN 81-41 and EN 81-20
• Smart monitoring: comes with the Gravital Control Center, which updates lift status 24 hours a day, plus an emergency telephone
• Further safety features: an emergency power backup (UPS) that takes the lift to a safe floor during a power cut, as well as a Child Lock

4.4 Key technical specifications

• Speed: 0.4 metres/second
• Available sizes: 19 sizes in total
• Car size: from 0.8 sq m (the smallest) up to 1.65 sq m, which carries as many as 5-6 people
• Pit depth: 0-200 mm
• Number of floors: up to 6

Gravital Essence suits homes that put luxurious design first and want a lift that is fast, quiet and very safe. It installs easily even where space is tight thanks to the pitless design, and its range of sizes serves both the whole family and wheelchair users

5.The Symmetry Inline Gear Drive System home lift, 2 floors, around 990,000 baht (excluding installation, VAT and shipping)

The Symmetry Inline Gear Drive System lift, roller-chain driven, high safety

Home lift The Symmetry Inline Gear Drive System (2 floors) around 990,000 baht (excluding VAT) is a lift innovation designed to save space and bring a sense of luxury to the home

5.1 Design and installation

• Space saving: its key strength is that it too needs no machine room, which saves space and cuts construction costs, making it ideal for homes where space is limited
• A design you can customise: this model is made in the United States and can be tailored in many ways to match the style of the home, with interior wall material options such as birch or red oak, plus matching wooden handrails and thresholds
• Installation flexibility: it can be fitted in a new building or added to an existing home, serving up to 6 floors, with a free choice of door openings on 3 sides (except the side that houses the drive), for example all openings on the same side, or front-and-back through-car access

5.2 Technology and drive system

• Drive system: an Inline Gear Drive with a compact drive unit mounted inside the lift shaft
• Lifting mechanism: driven by two number 60 Roller Chains, which are exceptionally strong, with a breaking strength of up to 9,920 pounds, or roughly 4,500 kilograms
• Intelligent control: managed by a PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) with S.M.A.R.T. technology, short for Self-Monitoring Alert Response Technology, exclusive to Symmetry, which helps monitor and report operating status
• Smoothness: an inverter provides variable speed control so the lift starts moving and comes to a stop gently

5.3 Safety and operating standards

• International standards: designed and manufactured to ASME A17.1 Section 5.3 for residential lifts
• Emergency backup: a Battery Backup (UPS) moves the lift to a designated floor and opens the door automatically during a power cut, together with emergency lighting and an alarm
• Complete safety equipment: this includes a slack chain protection device, known as a Slack Chain Device, an emergency stop switch inside the car, and electric landing door locks that hold each door firmly shut and release only once the car is fully parked at that floor

5.4 Key technical specifications

• Maximum load: 1,000 pounds (about 453 kg)
• Speed: 40 feet per minute (≈0.2 metres per second)
• Maximum travel: 50 feet, or ≈15 metres
• Pit depth: minimum 6 inches, 8 inches recommended (minimum ≈15 cm, recommended ≈20 cm)
• Overhead clearance: minimum 96 inches (≈244 cm) with a separately mounted controller, and 108 inches (≈274 cm) if the controller sits inside the lift shaft
• Power supply: 208/230 VAC, 20 Amp, Single Phase for the motor, and 120 VAC, 15 Amp for the lighting

Symmetry Inline Gear Drive suits homes with limited space that want a machine room-less lift with a luxurious, customisable design, and owners who value American safety standards for confident long-term living

Under 1 million, every brand has different strengths, so how do you choose

Every home lift brand naturally has its own strengths, in the drive system, the design, the price, the safety standards and the after-sales service. At the same time, every homeowner and every developer starts from a different brief, whether that is the installation space, the budget, the specification required, a design that suits the house, or how easy it will be to look after in the long run.

Choosing a home lift should therefore never come down to price alone. What matters is which brand best answers the way your home will actually use it. In short, here is how to choose.

• If you want a premium brand with high safety, real value for money, comfort for every age in the house and strong after-sales service, we recommend Cibes UNO
• If you want the most affordable home lift, we recommend Ascenda Minivator Size S
• If you want a home lift that stands out for design and luxury and lifts the look of your home, we recommend KALEA SILK
• If you want a home lift built for speed with a large car, we recommend Gravital Essence
• If you want a home lift built to American standards that can be adapted for long-term use, we recommend The Symmetry

On this point, Khun Sakharnthip Puengthong, Country Manager of Cibes Lift (Thailand) shares an important perspective on choosing a home lift: “Choosing a good home lift is not about price alone. It is about choosing a brand that can give you confidence in its standards, its safety and its after-sales service over the long term.”