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VMAX is a brand renowned for its budget scooters. Comfortable to ride, durable, and surprisingly premium in performance, their popularity is well earned.

The VX5 ST brings all these qualities at an even lower price. Offering the best return on investment of all sub $450 scooters, it not only tops the charts of both speed and acceleration, but its build and ride quality surpasses its price tag.

Aesthetically, it gets the thumbs up. Everything from the handlebars and stem to the deck and chassis seamlessly flows into one another.

But, possibly this scooter’s greatest asset is its handling. Two crowning glories in its arsenal are the 8.5-inch pneumatic tires. Surprisingly, air-filled tires can be rare to find on budget models – many opt for solid rubber variants to keep costs down, but these lack shock absorption. Those on the VX5, however, provide ample cushioning to soak up the irregularities of streets and sidewalks.

Combined with the wider-than-average and ergonomically tactile handlebars, its ride quality is as good as it gets for a budget scooter.

Of course, comfort is one thing; but what about safety? Well, prepare to have your anxiety soothed, because the VX5 is one of the safest scooters around. Under my tests, I found its 17.4 mph top speed and 6.7-second acceleration to 15 mph to be plucky enough to excite adrenal my glands but slow enough to ensure control was always maintained.

Its front drum and rear regenerative brake, meanwhile, brought me to a safe stop from 15 mph in just 2.0 meters. Considering the average stopping distance for a scooter in its price class is 5.0 meters, this is outstanding.

Equally impressive is the fact that it’s the cheapest scooter to feature a regenerative braking system, meaning kinetic energy is recycled back into the battery to extend your range. Plus, you can adjust its strength, as well as your acceleration, via the mobile app. This is, yet again, another rare feature to find on a scooter in its price class.

But its safety credentials go far beyond its brakes. The wobble-free stem guarantees stability, while the grippy deck, smooth throttle response, and high-mounted headlight ensure you remain in control – no matter if you’re riding at night or day.

Then there’s its IPX6 water-resistant frame. This, alongside its high-quality UL2272-certified battery, has been designed with longevity front and center. Its long fenders and immaculate cable management further minimize the threat of damage from external factors.

Ultimately, though, the VX5 has been designed to bring more freedom and excitement to daily life. Its 17-mile maximum range (or 14.3 miles based on my tests) is enough juice for most commutes to the office, trips to shops, and meeting up with friends for a coffee.

Its 3-step folding mechanism makes it exceptionally quick to collapse for daily use, too, while its 35.9 lbs weight and thin stem mean it's easy to carry.

Simple, stylish, and packing a feature set beyond any other scooter in its price class, the VMAX VX5 ST has rewritten the rulebook of what a sub-$450 model can deliver. Plus, with a warranty that’s twice as long as other budget brands (2 years vs 1 year), and some of the best customer service in the market, VMAX makes its mark as a go-to brand.