The normal elevator has a capacity of 1,000 to 2,000 pounds and can hold at least four or five people, but the real answer will depend on the physical dimensions of your lift. A home elevator is usually intended to transport one or two persons. There are also large commercial elevators that can carry up to 100 people at a time. The maximum number of people that an elevator can safely hold depends on several factors such as door width, floor spacing, etc. Most elevators are designed to safely hold six people back-to-back. Any more than this and you risk causing discomfort for those behind you or having to wait longer than expected for help to arrive. In general, if you're able to stand upright and comfortably fit between the doors when they are open then you should be fine. The lift can always be pressurized with air if need be. However, if you find that you have to duck down a little when getting in or out then you should consider whether it's safe to ride together as a group. The only real limit to how many people can use an elevator is the size of the car. Standard elevators come in three sizes: small, which can hold about six people; medium, which can hold about eight people; and large, which can hold about twelve people.