Scooter as a means of transportation and entertainment is familiar to almost everyone, but modern models are far from the elementary designs that were widespread literally a few years ago. They consisted of only a few elements - a platform for the legs, steering wheel and wheels, and the rider had to make a lot of effort to move and gain decent speed in the slightest.
Recently, innovative models have appeared on sale - electric scooters, which are characterized by a more complex device, as they are equipped with a special battery engine with which they can reach speeds of up to 60 km / h. In this regard, this is a fairly convenient and fast mode of transport, which can be used both on roads and on sidewalks. Due to the fact that this product is relatively new to the domestic consumer, not everyone knows how to choose the right product. It is for this reason that we decided to write an article dedicated to the best electric scooters of 2019. We want to start with the main points that you need to pay attention to when buying such a product.
Summary of the rating:
How to choose an electric scooter?
Outwardly, it is not too different from the traditional product, on which many traveled in childhood. To this design, an electric motor and the battery from which it works were added here. Thanks to this innovation, now there is no need to push your foot off the ground while riding.
Depending on the engine device, all these devices can be divided into two large groups - chain products and scooters with a motor wheel. In the first case, the engine and wheel are connected to each other by a chain. During operation, the motor will transmit torque to the circuit, which will make the wheel spin through the gearbox. Bicycles, mopeds and motorcycles work on a similar principle. These are quite powerful devices that are capable of developing significant speed. A variation of this scooter is a product equipped with a belt drive, but these are less reliable devices.
In the second case, the engine is built into the wheel, and on sale you can find models where each wheel has an engine. Using such scooters is much easier, since there is no need to service the circuit. These models are characterized by low weight, small overall dimensions and a very attractive appearance.
The electric scooter is often equipped with additional elements, which are LED backlight, seat, trunk, LCD display and so on. When choosing a scooter, engine power must be taken into account, because it allows you to develop as high a speed as possible while riding. The maximum indicator in this regard is 60 km / h, which for a device such as a scooter is a very serious indicator.
It is natural that buyers pay attention to the appearance and overall dimensions of the product. It is advisable to give preference to models that can withstand riders weighing up to 120 kg.If you plan to use the device for daily trips, then special attention is paid to the reliability of the nodes so that the products do not break at the most inopportune moment.
When choosing models for inclusion in our rating of the best electric scooters, we were guided mainly by all the above points, and also paid attention to user reviews and the ratio of price and quality of products. We tried to include in the review not the most expensive products, so that most of our readers could choose the best model for themselves.
Children's devices
4. Razor Power Core E100
This is not the first electric scooter, which is produced by this American company, so consumers have already managed to get used to the fairly high quality of products. Among children's devices, these products confidently occupy one of the leading places in various ratings. It should be borne in mind that the scooter can withstand not only a child, but also a boy or girl if their weight does not exceed 55 kg. The maximum speed that this model is capable of developing is 16 km / h - pretty decent for a children's device. On one full battery charge, the scooter can travel up to 25 km. It is made in two colors: pink for girls and aggressive red for boys. The design of the scooter is original and attractive. The frame is made of a special aluminum alloy of increased strength, which, with a small weight, can withstand significant loads.
The maximum power of the electric motor is 100 W, the battery is fully charged for about 6 hours. At full charge, the device is able to work for about 50 minutes. The front wheel must be inflated, and its diameter is 8 inches, the rear wheel does not have to be inflated, as it is made from molded polyurethane. The drive here is chain, equipped with a foot starter, the torque is quite high. The braking system is manual, located in front, you can adjust it depending on the strength of the driver. The device has reliable protection against splashes and shock. Maintenance during operation is not required.
Benefits:
- Reasonable cost;
- Low weight of the device;
- The steering wheel is adjustable in height if necessary;
- One battery charge lasts for a rather long time;
- The engine runs almost silently;
- High-quality assembly;
- Develops a pretty decent speed.
Disadvantages:
- There is no depreciation system;
- The rear wheel is polymer, and it will wear off pretty quickly.
3. E-Scooter CD-10
The frame of this electric scooter is made of reliable stainless steel, which will maintain its performance and attractive appearance throughout the entire period of operation. On one battery charge, the device is capable of driving up to 12 km at a maximum speed of 12 km / h. The electric motor power here is 120 W, the platform is able to withstand a person weighing up to 70 kg. In this regard, this design is quite suitable for an adult of the corresponding complexion. The minimum height of the rider should be 122 cm - usually a first-grader child grows to this level. The height of the steering wheel is adjustable very easily. The design provides a reliable folding mechanism, so with such a scooter it is easy to ride in public transport. In order to fully charge the battery of the product, it will take about 6 hours.
The weight of the scooter is 10 kg, the wheels here are of the same diameter - 5.5 inches each. The braking system is hydraulic, and the brake itself is located on the steering wheel, it uses only the rear wheel. The material from which this device is made is of the highest quality, has no odors. The kit also comes with an external battery that can be mounted on the case and included in the engine power supply system.This will increase not only the battery life, but also make the products a little more powerful. The frame here is reinforced, so it can easily withstand even significant physical exertion, strong impacts and so on.
Benefits:
- Reliable enough products;
- Decent workmanship;
- Increased margin of safety of the frame;
- The acceptable cost of the gadget;
- Good maneuverability;
- A folding mechanism is provided.
Disadvantages:
- It is not too easy to find spare parts;
- For a child aged 7-9 years, the scooter can seem very difficult.
2. WELLNESS Sambit Eho 80
This model is one of the easiest in our review of the best electric scooters. It was developed for children and adolescents from the age of 5 years with a maximum permitted weight of 55 kg. Products are characterized by easy control, engine power is not very high. This makes the gadget the most suitable for children who are just starting to master this type of transport. To accelerate the scooter, it is enough to once push the foot off the ground once, after which the electric motor turns on automatically. There is a carefully thought-out security system that turns off the motor in case the rider takes his foot off the platform. The mechanical braking system applies only to the rear wheel. The frame is made of stainless steel, the scooter can be accelerated to a speed of 14 km / h - it is completely safe even for a small child.
Motor power is 80 watts, however, on sale you can find modifications with indicators of 100 and 200 watts. The mass of the scooter is 8 kg, the diameter of the wheels is 8 inches. On a single battery charge on a smooth and smooth road you can drive up to 20 km. The developers have provided a footrest that provides convenient parking, as well as facilitating the process of charging the battery. The product has a folding mechanism that simplifies the transportation and storage of the device.
Benefits:
- On one charge you can drive up to 20 km;
- The low engine power makes the scooter completely safe even for small children;
- The frame is capable of supporting a mass of up to 55 kg;
- Reasonable cost;
- Many color options;
- The battery is fully charged in just 4 hours;
- The diameter of the wheels is 8 inches.
Disadvantages:
- Thick handles for children’s hands.
1. Razor Power Core E90
The scooter was first introduced to the market for quite some time - back in 2013, but it still holds a leading position in many respects. The design is perfect for children aged 5 to 10 years, whose growth does not exceed 160 cm. According to the accompanying documentation, the device can support a child weighing about 55 kg, but in fact this figure is much higher - up to 80 kg. The product design is concise, the colors are bright, which kids really like. The frame is made of reinforced steel. The deck here is plastic, it also covers the rear wheel, which in this model is the driving one. All electronic elements - a control module, a socket for a charger, a battery, an engine, are located in a plastic casing, which is located under the platform. To drive, you must press and hold the throttle button located on the right handlebar handle.
The wheels are made of special polyurethane, their diameter is 140 mm, so the scooter’s passability will be very high even on a not very smooth road surface. The steering wheel is 35.5 cm wide; it is not adjustable in height. The foot deck has a width of 20 cm and a length of 55 cm. The engine runs absolutely silently, its power is 100 V, and this scooter can accelerate up to 14 km / h. A speed limiter is installed here, which does not allow too much acceleration. There is a rear foot brake of electronic type, which will not only slow down, but also turn off the gas supply even if the corresponding button is clamped.
Benefits:
- Reasonable cost;
- Speed is enough for a child;
- High build quality - no noise or backlash was found during operation;
- Insignificant overall dimensions;
- The engine runs completely silently.
Disadvantages:
- There is no front brake.
Electric scooters for adults
6. Xiaomi Mijia M365
This section of our rating is opened by a design that has been on the market for about three years. The product is perfect for unhurried walks on asphalt surfaces; you can easily get to work on a scooter if it is not very far from home. During the ride there are immediately three fulcrum - two legs and a steering wheel. You don’t have to balance the rider: just stand on a scooter, push yourself off the ground once to start the engine, and go to your destination. The base here is quite long, with two wheels, while it is directed forward, which has a positive effect on driving safety. If a person begins to fall, that side, and not forward or backward. If you wish, you can even sit down during the trip. The design easily overcomes minor obstacles - borders up to 4 cm high. It has its own lighting system that allows you to comfortably move even in low light conditions. There are reflective pads on the case, so you can even travel along the roadway.
The range of light lasts about 3-5 meters. This distance will be enough to respond in a timely manner to a pothole or pit. On the rear wheel you can find a brake light that blinks when the brake system is activated, or lights up continuously if the headlight is on. The unit is able to accelerate to a speed of about 25 km / h. On one battery charge, you can drive about 30 km, but due to the use of recovery, this parameter increases by another 15 km. There is a built-in Bluetooth module that allows you to pair the scooter with a smartphone, set the recovery modes using a special application. The battery can fully charge for about 5 hours.
Benefits:
- Decent patency;
- There is a call;
- Insignificant mass;
- A coating that easily resists wear;
- Attractive appearance.
Disadvantages:
- Pretty expensive components;
- The charger jack is not very conveniently located.
5. Ninebot Kickscooter ES2
This product is the first Ninebot by Segway rechargeable scooter, and this model immediately attracted the attention of consumers. The design was developed specifically for use in urban environments: the diameter of the wheels is 8 inches with an engine power of 300 watts. These indicators will be quite enough for users weighing from 25 to 100 kg with a height of up to 200 cm. The steering rack and front wheel cover are painted in silver color, the thrust bearing on the rear wing is made black, which makes the design of the scooter very original. All electrical and mechanical structural elements are located inside the product, not a single protruding wiring or protruding screw was found. It was decided to place the battery in the steering rack, which gave the developer more opportunities when working on the design of the deck. It has beveled edges, due to which the visual effect of a very thin platform is created. There is not a single right angle; everything is smoothed out.
The length of the product is 100 cm, the steering wheel is 43 cm wide. There is a 82 cm distance between the wheels. The base here is made of a special aluminum alloy. The mass of the device is 12.5 kg, which is quite suitable for an adult rider. The deck is coated with special abrasion resistant silicone, and its thickness is 2 mm. It has excellent anti-slip characteristics, does not accumulate dirt on itself, does not lose its attractive appearance over time. Reflectors are located on the sides of the deck, and there is an LED brake light at the rear. The device is equipped with a convenient and easy to use folding mechanism.When folded, it takes up a minimum of free space.
Benefits:
- Beautiful appearance, which is maintained throughout the entire service life;
- There is a turbo mode function;
- The installation of an additional battery;
- Develops a decent speed.
Disadvantages:
- The battery charges quite slowly; \
- Harsh shock absorber - during driving, almost all bumps, pits and roughnesses of the road surface are felt.
4. Airwheel Z3
The front is equipped with an inflatable wheel whose diameter is 8 inches. With its help, it is possible to achieve a silent and smooth ride of the scooter. In addition, the wheel performs the function of a shock absorber, reducing the level of discomfort during movement on an uneven surface. You can pump the wheel using the most ordinary automobile or bicycle pump. The tire here is very reliable - its resource should be enough for about 10 thousand km. If desired, the wheel can be easily disassembled, remove the punctured chamber. The front fork is slightly spring loaded, which also increases the shock absorption characteristics of the product. So that it would be most convenient for a person to stand on this scooter, two special folding decks act as a platform here. This moment significantly reduces the load on the legs during a long trip, and also minimizes shaking. The ride height of the scooter is 7 cm - this figure will be quite enough for a comfortable ride in urban conditions.
The power source here is a lithium-ion battery, whose capacity is 162 Ah, and the mass of the battery is very impressive - almost 2 kg. The drive wheel is rear. The rated power of the engine is 350 watts, however, during the ride uphill, the parameter can increase to 500 watts or even more. The scooter is equipped with a brushless motor, the service life of which is significantly higher compared to classic brush motors. A solid rubber tire is installed on the rear wheel, which is characterized by excellent resistance to wear. The maximum driving speed reaches 20 km / h - not very fast, but quite safe for movement in urban conditions.
Benefits:
- Compact overall dimensions;
- Insignificant mass;
- Inflatable front wheel and springy fork;
- Carefully thought out arrangement of steps;
- It is possible to charge the smartphone from the battery of the scooter while riding.
Disadvantages:
- The battery is located on the steering wheel, which is why the center of gravity of the scooter is shifted forward, which does not affect driving comfort too well.
3. IconBIT Kick Scooter TTv8
Equipped with a convenient and reliable folding mechanism, and when folded, the device occupies a minimum of free space. All structural elements are made of high quality metal and are very reliable. When laying to the working position, all parts are fixed due to high-quality pins that are inserted into special grooves. The battery, like the previous model, is mounted directly on the steering wheel, however, it is notable for its small size. The front wheel here is, by and large, a motor wheel, and its power level is 630 watts. It also provides an electronic brake function. The wheel itself is relatively rigid, the tire is made of special rubber, which excellently resists abrasion and other physical effects. A small shock absorber can be found above the front wheel to compensate for uneven road surfaces.
On the front side of the deck there are two wheels of small diameter, which are used to comfortably transport the scooter when folded, for example, in the subway. The rear wheel is also inflatable, its diameter is 6.5 inches. It should not be inflated excessively, since in a slightly deflated state it will serve as an additional shock absorber. It is worth noting that, if necessary, the battery from the steering pipe can be removed.As in the previous design, there is a USB connector, allowing you to charge mobile gadgets directly during the trip. The mass of the scooter is almost 10 kg - not too much for a device designed for an adult. With a single charge you can drive up to 30 km. The brake system is reliable, it always works flawlessly.
Benefits:
- Provides high driving dynamics;
- The battery charges very quickly;
- Decent wheel diameter;
- Superior build quality
- Suitable even for a child weighing 30 kg;
- The brake system includes mechanical and electronic elements.
Disadvantages:
- Quite expensive.
2. Razor E300
A universal model that is perfect for adolescents over the age of 12 years and for adults, the main thing is that their weight did not exceed 100 kg. Despite the fact that this scooter has been on the market for a very long time - since 2010, it is still very actively sold. The product design is strict and concise. For its category, the device is characterized by compact overall dimensions. There are several colors for the product, so everyone will be able to choose the most suitable design for themselves. The device itself has a decent weight - almost 21 kg. This is not surprising, since the model is equipped with a metal frame of increased strength, large wheels with metal disks, as well as a capacious battery. However, with all this, the product is convenient to hold in hands, carry from one place to another, and so on.
The power of the electric motor is 250 watts, it works quite quietly. The maximum speed of the scooter does not exceed 24 km / h. At this speed, even fairly complex maneuvers can easily be performed. Here is a lead-acid battery with a capacity of 7 Ah. The battery will have to be charged for 12 hours. Its resource is enough for about two to three seasons. The scooter is carefully protected from getting inside the spray of water, so it is allowed to ride it in rainy weather. Both wheels will have to be pumped up, they are characterized by high pressure - they can withstand up to 4 atmospheres. The scooter is perfect not only for driving on city roads, but also in the forest, country roads, gravel and other coatings.
Benefits:
- Develops a pretty decent speed;
- On sale you can find spare batteries, and they are not too expensive;
- Excellent stability and maneuverability;
- Convenient device of all elements.
Disadvantages:
- Decent mass of the device;
- Motor power cannot be smoothly adjusted.
1. Halten RS-03
A very powerful product, which is popularly called the "monster" for its high performance in the field of power. In total, two electric motors were installed here at once, the power of each of which is 1200 watts. Up to 60 km can be driven on a single battery charge. The maximum speed here is 60 km / h, and acceleration to this indicator takes only 8 seconds. If you use both motors at once, you can easily climb even the steepest mountain. If you do not need to use two drives, you can turn off the front one, thereby saving battery power. There is a very convenient footboard that facilitates parking of the scooter. The wheels are equipped with top-end, dense and rather expensive tires. The tread here is very pronounced, perfectly shows itself on absolutely any surface. The battery is secured to the case quite reliably, so even in the event of a non-standard situation, it will not hang.
Each of the wheels is equipped with a disc hydraulic brake system, so you can stop for a few seconds even when driving at a significant speed. On the steering tube there is a powerful LED lamp with an adjustable angle, the scooter is also equipped with a platform light and a rear lamp. The deck is able to withstand a significant mass - up to 150 kg, which allows two people to ride it at once. The ground clearance is high, so you will be able to ride on asphalt and dirt roads. If desired, the scooter can be folded - this greatly facilitates its storage.
Benefits:
- Very high power rating of the device;
- Significant ground clearance, providing a comfortable ride on the road;
- It develops if necessary;
- The depreciation system has been carefully thought out;
- The battery is fixed securely;
- Functional liquid crystal display in a waterproof housing;
- The steering wheel is adjustable in height.
Disadvantages:
- Very expensive.
Finally, a useful video
So our review of the best electric scooters on the Russian market has come to a close. We tried to collect the maximum amount of information for each model. If you still have some questions, feel free to ask them in the comments - we will promptly respond to them and give you all the information you need.