Find Your Best Electric Scooter

Coming into the market at a cool $399.99, the XR Elite does exactly what it says on the tin: it’s a safe, reliable scooter and performs well despite its budget price tag. It’s not a scooter that will set your soul on fire but it will get you from A to B with a peak speed of 15.5 mph and can be ridden for 18.6 miles on a single charge. It’s a no-fuss scooter that’s ideal for urban exploration whilst benefiting from advanced features like the LED display, cruise control function, and impressive braking system - all of which are synonymous with more expensive scooters. The GoTrax XR Elite promises to make your life that bit easier and fun without putting a dent in your bank account.

The Segway Ninebot ES2 is, without doubt, an incredibly popular scooter. Coming into the market at $649.99, it’s by no means inexpensive but the Segway brand is trusted and the ES2 is an ideal option for short commutes and suited to urban living. Capable of hitting of 15.5 mph with a max range to match, it may not the fastest or most powerful scooter but it will certainly do the job of getting you from A to B with minimal maintenance, whilst promising a slick and durable design. There’s also the option to soup the ES2 up by adding an extended battery pack for increased performance, as well as an optional seat attachment...but bear in mind these come with additional costs.

The Ninebot Segway ES3 is an upgrade from the ES1 and ES2, with the main difference being that it simply has a much-anticipated improvement to the battery compartment, meaning that the ES3 is a longer-range scooter that packs more punch. The ES3 opts for a comfortable 15.5 mph which is ideal for the average commuter, but certainly not the fastest on the market. If you’re after a lightweight scooter that will get you through a long commute on a single charge and that operates at a safe speed, this is the scooter for you. Despite being durable, I’d recommend considering your ride-route given the non-pneumatic tires which can make riding over anything rougher than smooth asphalt a little uncomfortable.

The Ninebot Segway ES4 improves on previous Ninebot models extending its range by 12.4 miles. For the urbanite who has a longer-than-average commute, this is a major asset. It’s not the cheapest of scooters, but its long-range, decent speed and additional features such as under-deck lighting go a long way to explain the price tag. Its solid, airless tires can mean that riding on uneven terrain isn’t be the most pleasant experience, but if your commute is on smooth asphalt then you can breeze through the streets using the impressive cruise control option and relax on your journey safe in the knowledge that your scooter is safe, reactive and long-lasting.

The Segway Ninebot Max is a great choice if you’re looking for a reliable commuter scooter with some additional fun features thrown in. Its unique selling point lies in its impressive range, but its speed is also decent for inner-city routes. The Max’s revolutionary self-healing 10” pneumatic tires are a neat mod-con, which takes the stress out of riding over pesky potholes and greatly increases your chances of getting from A to B with no hiccups. And if you’re after some decent tech, the LED dashboard and accompanying smartphone app give you a break-down of your ride stats.

The Turboant X7 delivers a similar performance to the majority of the electric scooters on the market, including a top speed of 15/20 mph, 10-15 miles on a single charge and the addition of cruise control. The crystal clear LED display, integrated LED headlight, black matt paint job and red highlights give the scooter flair.

You probably won’t find any other electric scooter that matches the Unagi Model One’s design. Its beautiful finish, tactile refinement, and silken laminated frame stands out against your ‘Average Joe’ electric scooter. All the features have a bespoke feel to them that makes the Model One a real feast for the eyes, from the ultra-stylish command center to the lack of unsightly bolts and screws resident in so many scooters. It’s even been referred to as the ‘iPhone’ of electric scooters. But there’s one question going through my mind: is it style over substance? The short answer is yes.