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Urban nuisance no longer, e-scooters are now a savvy way to make short, environmentally-friendly commutes.
By Tyler Duffy
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Micro-mobility has been all the rage for a while now among both tech firms and automakers posing as tech firms. E-scooters — the most frequently seen expression of this trend — have been around for a while, best known as an unbidden annoyance to many urban dwellers. But they have taken on a new role during the coronavirus pandemic; they can be a relatively cost-effective way to make short commutes or for adults and kids to get a significant distance away from the house.
Should you desire, you can plow a princely sum into an e-scooter and score one with a top speed that will make your face go full Jeremy Clarkson in an Ariel Atom and deliver a range that rivals a small electric car. Or, you can buy a super-cheap one and get the exceedingly modest capability, durability and maximum weight tolerance you paid for.
That said, we’d say your best bet is to find a happy medium with a scooter that will provide enough features to be useful without totally blowing your budget. (Or, if you’re making a full-on commitment to zero-emissions commuting and don’t need quite as much portability, check out some great e-bikes.)
You can find exceptional deals on all sorts of electric scooters on sites like Amazon, Woot (which is actually part of Amazon, but hey) and Segway’s own website.
The Best E-Scooters You Can Buy for 2022
The Best Value E-Scooter
Segway Ninebot F40 Electric Kick Scooter
$782.00 at Amazon
This Segway is a cut above bargain scooters, bringing added capability you can really use. It hits a top speed of 18.6 mph, has a range of 25 miles and has 10-inch tires for added comfort. It folds within one second and is still reasonably portable at less than 35 pounds.
- Top Speed: 18.6 mph
- EV Range: 25 miles
Hiboy S2 Pro Electric Scooter
$550.00 at Amazon
$650.00(15% off)
Hiboy upgraded its S2 scooter with the S2 Pro. It has a more powerful 500W brushless motor. 10-inch solid tires and dual shock absorbers offer a more comfortable ride. It delivers safety features like double-braking (disc and regenerative) and ultra-bright headlights. Don’t want to stand? You can buy a detachable seat.
- Top Speed: 19 mph
- EV Range: 25.6 miles
The E-Scooter You Should Splurge On
Segway Ninebot KickScooter MAX G30P
$700.00 at segway.com
$900.00(22% off)
This is Segway’s top-of-the-line model for daily commuting. Like the F40, it tops off at 18.6 mph. But it can offer more than 40 miles of range on a single charge and can climb a 20% grade. With one-cord fast charging, it can fully charge in just six hours.
- Top Speed: 18.6 mph
- EV Range: 40.4 miles
The Best Cheap E-Scooter for Kids
Razor Power Core E100 Electric Scooter
$210.00 at Amazon
$210.00(0% off)
Razor’s Power Core E100 is a great reasonable, affordable, and customizable option for children, with a top speed of 11 mph and enough juice for 60 minutes of continuous use.
- Top Speed: 11 mph
- EV Range: 11 miles (1 hour)
The E-Scooter for Long-Range Commutes
Inmotion S1 Electric Scooter
$999.00 at Amazon
The Inmotion S1 delivers impressive features for its price point, including 59 miles of range, three drive modes, dual shock absorbers for added comfort and ultra-fast charging that can deliver a 100% charge in as little as 3.5 hours.
- Top Speed: 18.6 mph
- EV Range: 59 miles
The Best Self-Balancing E-Scooter
Ninebot S
$530.00 at segway.com
Like the idea of an e-scooter but want something more futuristic (and Segway)? Segway Ninebot sells a self-balancing scooter. You can adjust steering and speed settings — not to mention learn how to ride it — on the Segway Ninebot app. And if you get sick of that self-balancing life, you can convert it into a go-kart.
- Top Speed: 10 mph
- EV Range: 13.7 miles
Gotrax Gmax Ultra Electric Scooter
$649.00 at Amazon
The Gmax Ultra is Gotrax’s top-of-the-line unit. It delivers impressive range and ride comfort on its 10-inch pneumatic tires. It also offers a one-step folding system for easy portability when you hop on public transportation.
- Top Speed: 20 mph
- Range: 45 miles
Segway Ninebot S
$450.00 at segway.com
$500.00(10% off)
If you’re cool with the red model, you can knock $200 off this surprisingly entertaining scooter’s usual price.
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