Electric scooters are an undeniably awesome way to get around. Unlike how it is withelectric skateboards, it doesn’t really take much practice to figure out how to ride a scooter safely. You also don’t need a license like you do with a motorcycle or a car. And best of all? You also don’t have to pay for gas or insurance as an electric scooter owner. As such, it’s not surprising that companies like Lime and Bird are using scooters to take over the world. But if you’d rather not rent scooters from a rideshare program, check out these awesome ones that you can buy outright.
Navee ST3 Pro
The Navee ST3 Pro is an absolute beast of an electric scooter. Designed to hit top speeds of 24.9 miles per hour and tackle slopes up to 28% degrees, it’s capable of cruising around with ease. Along with smooth and powerful performance from its 1,350W motor, it features an impressive damping arm suppression system that smooths out minor bumps — resulting in a pleasant ride across all types of surfaces in your city.
Massive 10-inch, self-sealing tires make the scooter feel much more capable than some of the competition. It’s essentially a “fat tire scooter,” and its motor, suspension system, and tires all work in harmony for an excellent riding experience. It was surprising how confident I felt on the scooter while barreling down bumpy roads in my town, and while I wouldn’t take this thing off-road, it certainly feels like it could handle anything you throw at it.
Other notable specs include a max range of 46.6 miles, customizable RGB lights, indicators for turning and braking, and a convenient cruise control mode that lets you take your finger off the throttle during long rides.
The ST3 Pro is a bit heavy at 55 pounds, and carrying it up three flights of stairs to my condo wasn’t exactly easy. It’s totally doable, but this is by no means a small vehicle. It’s also quite expensive, so if you just need something to quickly get you a few blocks, this might be more than you really need. But if you’re seeking performance that can handle all types of roads and hit impressive top speeds, the ST3 Pro is an excellent choice.
Razor EcoSmart Metro
The EcoSmart Metro Electric Scooter is a refined, practical version of the first-generation Razor. Released last year, recent price cuts have brought it down to under $400, and it’s the cheapest model on our list. A 500-watt motor provides plenty of pop and a top speed of 18 miles per hour, while the sleek bamboo deck, adjustable seat, and removable luggage carrier add a welcome touch of style and pragmatism.
The rather limited max distance of 10 miles per charge and a daunting recharge time of up 12 hours are both glaring cons, but it’s hard to expect more from a scooter at this price point. You might not be able to fingerwhip the EcoSmart Metro Electric Scooter as easily as its first-gen counterpart, but getting around town will be much easier.
At nearly $5,000, the zero-emissions Scrooser isn’t cheap. However, the design of the Scrooser is one of the sleekest we’ve seen, and one that should make for an equally smooth ride. The German-built scooter doesn’t break any land speed records — top speeds max out at 3.7, 12.4, or 15.5 mph, depending on your configuration — but a maximum range of 34 miles puts it at the top of our list. Charge time is pretty average for the 500-watt motor, coming in at around 2.5 to 4 hours, though you can can get it up to 80-percent strength in a mere two hours. Another interesting feature is the impulse motor that lies at the heart of the drive train, which is how you start the scooter. The more force you use to push off, the faster the Scrooser will go. The models configured for higher speeds even have a built-in throttle, which controls the electric motor with or without your help.Read more here.
GigaByke Groove
With a one of the longest ranges on our list, the GigaByke Groove doesn’t intend to limit you to short trips like some other scooters on the market. The nimble machine can travel up to 35 miles on a single charge, yet, that doesn’t necessarily mean that you’ll be burning rubber in the process — the Groove tops out at 20 mph given its ample 750-watt motor (probably to give you such great range, we’d think). An LED headlight, turn signals, digital speedometer are all added perks for inner city commuters. If distance rather than speed is your thing, the Groove is one of the best scooters out there for achieving it, and you have four different color options to get there in style.
