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Let’s start with the VX4's most standout feature: its range. Armed with a 48V 23.2Ah GT battery (it’s also available with a smaller ST or LT unit), the scooter has a monumental maximum of 62 miles – comfortably more than any other model in the sub-$1,500 category.

Even switching the focus to real-world range sees the VX4 retain top spot. Under my tests, where I maintained an average speed of 16.9 mph and climbed a total ascent of 1,683 ft, it achieved an ultra-impressive 36.7 miles. The only model in the commuter scooter category that can rival it is the EMOVE Cruiser S with a tested range of 48 miles. Yet, based on my experience of having ridden both, the VX4 is far more comfortable, not to mention versatile than the Cruiser, making it a better choice if you plan to ride across varying terrain.

And let’s not forget that, as with all VMAX scooters, the battery comes with a UL2272 certification – meaning it has passed several tests for fire safety and electrical hazards.

So far, so good. But what about power? Well, I should say at this point that if it’s high-octane thrills that you seek, the VX4 may leave you feeling a little underwhelmed. Yes, its single motor can summon a top speed of 25.8 mph and an acceleration rate of zero to 15 mph in just 3.2 seconds – this performance is nothing to be trifled at – but, compared to other similarly-priced dual motor models, it’s relatively mild. I wouldn’t let this deter you, though, as when you take a step back and assess everything that the VX4 has to offer it becomes immediately apparent how well-rounded this scooter is.

One of the areas worth highlighting here is the VX4’s suspension system. A combination of front hydraulic fork and rear elastomer rubber block join forces alongside lavish 10-inch tires to soak up shocks from potholed streets and even dirt tracks. There’s no bottoming out, either – despite my best efforts jumping up and down on the deck.

The hybrid tread pattern and rounded front-on profile of the tires contribute to the VX4’s nimble and comfortable riding experience, too, inviting comparisons to the similar all-terrain tires sported by the likes of the Mantis King GT.

Add to this the 23-inch wide handlebars, 40.6-inch deck-to-handlebar height, and 18.9 inches of usable deck space, and the VX4 offers plenty of room to let riders of all sizes enjoy its many qualities. Its 330 lbs load-bearing capacity helps, too.

On the topic of weight, it tips the scales at 63.9 lbs, meaning you won’t want to carry it for too long, but the folding mechanism does allow you to collapse the stem in seconds. It’s just a shame that the latch that hooks the stem to the deck is so cumbersome – it has a habit of unhooking, leaving the scooter unsecured when in transit.

Elsewhere, the rest of VX4’s design benefits from greater attention to detail. The cable management is tidy, the 360-degree lighting rig (with front and rear turn signals) oozes class, and the IPX6 water-resistance rating ensures that all electrical components (i.e. wiring, motors, batteries, etc) are protected against heavy downpours.

The cleverly design braking setup is well-equipped for varying weather conditions, too. The drum at the front is enclosed, making it impervious to the fading effects of dust and water, while the regen brake at the rear recycles kinetic energy back into the battery to extend your range. From 15 mph, I stopped in 3.4 meters – based on the results from hundreds of my tests across a variety of scooters, this level of performance resides in the “Good” category. Plus, since testing the VX4, it has been upgraded with an additional rear disc brake to improve braking performance even further.

If you need any more convincing as to why I’ve selected the VMAX VX4 as one of my top picks, I’ll let its best-in-the-biz two-year warranty do the talking.