The quiet, smooth Elite features additional seat adjustability, including adjustable space between the armrests and height of the seat and footrest. Elite Stair Lift (400-pound capacity): The Elite Stair Lift is a step up from the Elan model.The Elan is battery-powered, so it functions during a power outage. Installed safety sensors will stop the stair lift in the case of an obstruction on the stairs. You can also flip the seat up, so it’s out of the way and doesn’t obstruct the stairs. Since the Elan requires only 5 inches from the wall to the front of the rail, it leaves maximum open space on the steps. One great feature of the Elan is that it can be continually charged, not just at the top or the bottom of the railing like some models from other companies. Elan Stair Lift (300-pound capacity): The Elan Stair Lift, also known as the SRE 3050, is Bruno’s most popular stair lift model.Bruno stair lift batteries are rechargeable, so the stair lifts can run even during a power outage. For those wondering how to install a Bruno stair lift, you don’t need to worry about having technical expertise - only official dealers and authorized technicians can and should install a Bruno stair lift. Bruno Independent Living manufactures all their stair lifts in the USA.