Electric scooters have become the real deal over the years. Companies who reluctantly invested in the market are now beginning to go all in having seen the potentials in the market. Transportation has never been viewed as a big issue in the global society; apparently, never was, never is and never will be – at least in some parts of the world. The convenience, however, is what has been viewed as a major issue as far as transportation is concerned. Electric scooters have provided better alternate forms of transportations for the past couple of years and that explains their meteoric rise in the transportation industry. These days, thanks to how manufacturers have been able to integrate technology into their scooters, they are now more than elements used in moving from different points. They are a great source of adventure and they’ve quickly cemented their place as the closest options to bikes because of their compact designs which make their storage easier.
Getting stuck in traffic sucks and that can be avoided if the journey doesn’t require using vehicles or bikes. Personal transportation has been made easier with electric scooters and they’re fun to ride.
So, just imagine having something that will give you an adrenaline rush, save you time, and save you the running cost of fuel (if you’re using vehicles with petrol/diesel engines). To a point, they even reduce the risk of having road accidents, although certain safety precautions still apply. They’ve been an important upgrade on the conventional scooters because tech has been integrated in the right way. A lot of things should be put into consideration when you’re purchasing an electric scooter. Top speed, engine efficiency, safety features and all those other important things need to be seriously considered before investing.
To save you some time and efforts on the research, we’ve highlighted the top 10 best electric scooters in the world in 2021.
10. GoTrax XR Ultra
If you’re on a tight budget but you still need an electric scooter with amazing performance, you should opt for the GoTrax XR Ultra, although you must be willing to compromise on safety features including the rear brake light which the scooter doesn’t have. Although it weighs 26.5, the scooter still manages to have a maximum speed of 15.5mph and a range of 16 miles, thanks to the 300-watt motor that‘s running in it.
9. Swagtron Swagger 5 Elite
The Swagtron Swagger 5 Elite is another powerful yet affordable electric scooter with a top speed of 18mph and a disappointing range of 11 miles. If you take the range out of the picture, every single thing about Swagtron Swagger 5 Elite electric scooter is amazing, including its 250-watt motor and a collapsible chassis. Its 27.5 pounds of weight enables the scooter to take on up to 320 pounds of rider’s weight; unbelievable, isn’t it? Despite all these amazing features, the electric scooter is still fairly priced.
8. Unagi Model One
The Unagi Model One is a foldable electric scooter with a top speed of 15mph and a range of 15 miles. These are unbelievable feats considering the scooter’s 26.5lb of weight. However, the dual 250-watt motor running in the scooter has ensured that performance will never be compromised. Everything about the electric scooter is amazing; from the design to powerful performance.
7. Apollo Explore
Some scooters are built with the best designs but lack great performances; this Apollo Explore electric scooter is definitely not one of them. From its design down to the wonderful features it is packed with, you’ll find the Apollo Explore worthy of your time and also your money. It has a top speed of 48.1km/h and a range of 45.2km.
6. Kaabo Mantis
The Kaabo Mantis is an electric scooter that brings the best out of the adventure side of you by offering powerful performances. Despite being priced at a little over $1600, you can only imagine how much adventure you will get to enjoy with this electric scooter at your feet. It has a top speed of 63.3km/h and a range of 46.9km, so you can be confident performance is not something this powerful scooter lacks. If you admire performance in an electric scooter, Kaabo Mantis should be one of the few names you need to put into consideration.
5. Xiaomi Mi 1S
The best brands produce the best products and that’s why we have a second entry from the popular Xiaomi brand. The electric scooter comes with a cool connectivity feature in form of an app that allows you to track your journeys as well as the percentage of the battery you have left. With the app, you can also conserve the scooter’s battery which gives you more time to enjoy your rides. It might not be the fastest electric scooter out there but its tech-inspired features rank as one of the best scooters in the world
4. Pure Air Pro
The Pure brand makes some of the best electric scooters and those claims have been confirmed with a second entry, the Pure Air Pro. It has the same top speed as its little brother, 15.5mph but an improved range of 22 miles which is a great upgrade on the base trim of the Pure Air electric scooter. The Pure Air Pro, together with Pure Air are regarded as two of the best-selling electric scooters in the United Kingdom and beyond.
3. Segway-Ninebot ES4
Some people say ‘fast’ doesn’t mean ‘best’ but Segway-Ninebot ES4 is changing the concept and has proved to everyone that you can be one of the best overall and still be one of the fastest. A top speed of 18.6mph seals its spot as one of the fastest electric scooters in the world and enough safety features have been added to the scooter to match its top speed. Its non-slip surface footplate is one of those safety features and what it does is that it keeps your footing secure even on rainy days. It also features an electrically assisted front brake that helps you slow down gradually.
2. Xiaomi Mi M365 Pro
The Xiaomi brand is known for its exploits in the smartphones market but even when the brand is not focused on producing one of the next leading Android smartphones, it is focused on getting people the electric scooter they deserve. It shows that the brand is not too far away as far as technology is concerned. With a top speed of 15mph and a range of 18 miles, the electric scooter remains one of the best you can get your hands on. The foldable scooter is easy to move around with an estimated weight of 12.5kg and the amazing thing is that it is very affordable. It ticks every box if you want an affordable performance scooter.
1. Pure Air
The Pure Air is the best electric scooter you can get your hands on in the market as it is budget-friendly and also a performance beast. It’s hard to think this electric scooter is budget-friendly with all the safety and comfort features that come with it. We can’t help but talk about the IP65 which is a water resistance system that allows you to explore the streets even in the rain. You’ll also fall in love with its 10-inch wheels and air-filled tyres that allow you to ride on recommended surfaces without any issues. Almost everything about this electric scooter is amazing except its 36lbs weight which makes it heavier than most of its counterparts. Apart from that, you’ll find every other thing about this scooter interesting, including its top speed of 15.5mph and range of 18.6 miles.
