A round white Bluetooth device with a black circular control pad featuring directional arrows and a center button.

Solo Wheel

by Inclusive Technology

Est. $60–$150

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Setup with instructions Bluetooth pairing is straightforward, but meaningful use requires configuring the tablet or phone's accessibility/switch access software to correctly interpret the wheel and button inputs. An OT or ATP can ensure the access method suits the individual's motor profile and integrate it into a broader switch setup if needed — making professional guidance recommended the appropriate tier.

Last verified September 16, 2026 · classified May 9, 2026

What it is

Summary

AI-generated from vendor-published content · May 9, 2026

The Solo Wheel is a compact Bluetooth device with a single rotary scroll wheel and a select button, designed to give people with limited hand function a simpler way to navigate touchscreen tablets and smartphones without using the touchscreen directly. It's a good fit for someone who can activate a button or turn a dial but finds swiping, tapping, or multi-touch gestures difficult or impossible. The device pairs wirelessly to iOS or Android devices and essentially translates wheel rotation into scrolling and the button into a tap — no phone or tablet modification required. This is a navigation tool, not a full keyboard replacement, so it works best alongside switch scanning setups or as a supplement to other access methods rather than as a standalone complete-access solution.

Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
Age range
ComplexitySetup with instructions
PriceEst. $60–$150
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Out of pocket
  • School district
  • Vocational rehab
VerifiedSeptember 16, 2026
ClassifiedMay 9, 2026 · confidence: high

What Setup Looks Like

  • Out of the box
    Press the pairing button on the Solo Wheel to put it in Bluetooth discovery mode, then connect it from your tablet or phone's Bluetooth settings.
  • With a guide
    1. Confirm your device's accessibility settings (e.g., Switch Control on iOS or Switch Access on Android) are configured to recognize the Solo Wheel's inputs.
    2. Test scrolling and select functions in a familiar app to verify correct mapping — allow 20–30 minutes for initial pairing and configuration.
    3. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.
  • With professional help
    1. An assistive technology professional (ATP) or occupational therapist (OT) can assess whether the Solo Wheel's wheel-and-button interface is the best motor access method for the individual.
    2. Integration into a broader scanning or switch access setup may require 1–2 sessions with an ATP to configure access software correctly.

Getting it

Try Before You Buy

Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.

Where to Get It

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How to Fund This

Equipment like this is often pursued through official state programs. These are common starting points — each program decides its own eligibility and what it covers, so the first step is always a phone call.

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Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from Inclusive Technologyview on vendor site; last verified September 16, 2026.

Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on May 9, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.