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Scooters with a third-party tested range

Most range numbers in this category are the manufacturer's. These are the models where somebody outside the company rode one until it stopped and published the result, measured with a rider of stated weight under stated conditions. The gap between the two columns is the most useful thing on this page.

25 qualify · Ordered by tested range, longest first.

  1. 01

    75.8 mi estimated · 100 mi claimed · 53.6 mi tested

    75.8 mi est · 2880 Wh · 62 mph · 112 lb · 70% grade · ~$3,299

    Rolls only · Dual hydraulic disc

    Riders who value durability and parts availability over features.

  2. 02

    66.3 mi estimated · 112 mi claimed · 48.2 mi tested

    66.3 mi est · 2520 Wh · 65 mph · 139 lb · ~$3,099

    Rolls only · Dual hydraulic disc with regen

    The fastest thing here, for riders in full protective gear.

  3. 03

    62.4 mi estimated · 62 mi claimed · 46.3 mi tested

    62.4 mi est · 1560 Wh · 33 mph · 74 lb · 36% grade · ~$1,199

    Rolls only · Dual hydraulic disc with regen

    The longest single-motor range, especially for a heavier rider.

  4. 04

    Segway Ninebot

    Segway GT3

    36 mi estimated · 45 mi claimed · 33.5 mi tested

    36 mi est · 899 Wh · 31 mph · 87.1 lb · 30% grade · ~$1,699

    Rolls only · Front and rear disc

    A fast road commute you never have to carry.

  5. 05

    Segway Ninebot

    Segway Ninebot Max G2

    22 mi estimated · 43 mi claimed · 29.8 mi tested

    22 mi est · 551 Wh · 22 mph · 53.5 lb · 22% grade · ~$799

    Curb lift · Front drum with regenerative rear

    A long daily commute where comfort matters more than speed.

  6. 06

    30.7 mi estimated · 37 mi claimed · 29.5 mi tested

    30.7 mi est · 768 Wh · 24 mph · 45 lb · 28% grade · ~$999

    Curb lift · Front drum with regenerative rear

    A big commuter pack in a scooter you can still lift.

  7. 07

    24.3 mi estimated · 37.3 mi claimed · 26.8 mi tested

    24.3 mi est · 608 Wh · 20 mph · 48.7 lb · 25% grade · ~$799

    Curb lift · Dual mechanical disc with regen

    The most complete NIU commuter, if weight isn't a constraint.

  8. 08

    25 mi estimated · 44 mi claimed · 25.4 mi tested

    25 mi est · 624 Wh · 34 mph · 54.9 lb · 35% grade · ~$1,079

    Curb lift · Front drum and rear disc, with regen

    A rider who wants 30+ mph without paying dual-motor money.

  9. 09

    Segway Ninebot

    Segway Ninebot Max G3

    23.9 mi estimated · 50 mi claimed · 24.9 mi tested

    23.9 mi est · 597 Wh · 28 mph · 53.6 lb · 30% grade · ~$999

    Curb lift · Dual mechanical disc with regen

    A hilly commute where 28 mph and real brakes are worth the weight.

  10. 10

    23.9 mi estimated · 46.6 mi claimed · 24.9 mi tested

    23.9 mi est · 597 Wh · 25 mph · 55.8 lb · 28% grade · ~$950

    Rolls only · Front drum plus rear mechanical disc with regen

    A comfortable 20-mile commute you charge overnight.

  11. 11

    21.3 mi estimated · 35 mi claimed · 24.7 mi tested

    21.3 mi est · 533 Wh · 23.6 mph · 45.8 lb · 36% grade · ~$599

    Curb lift · Rear disc with electronic braking front and rear

    A hilly city commute on a budget.

  12. 12

    25.3 mi estimated · 40 mi claimed · 24.7 mi tested

    25.3 mi est · 960 Wh · 35 mph · 76 lb · ~$1,199

    Rolls only · Dual mechanical disc with regenerative braking

    A heavier rider who wants speed and does not carry the scooter.

  13. 13

    18 mi estimated · 31 mi claimed · 24.2 mi tested

    18 mi est · 451 Wh · 20 mph · 26.2 lb · 20% grade · ~$849

    Carry up stairs · Front mechanical disc with regen

    A commute with stairs or a train in the middle of it.

  14. 14

    19.1 mi estimated · 37.3 mi claimed · 23.3 mi tested

    19.1 mi est · 477 Wh · 20 mph · 48.5 lb · 22% grade · ~$650

    Curb lift · Front drum with regenerative rear

    Maximum tested range per dollar in the commuter class.

  15. 15

    23.9 mi estimated · 43.5 mi claimed · 22.7 mi tested

    23.9 mi est · 597 Wh · 24.9 mph · 65.5 lb · 25% grade · ~$869

    Rolls only · Dual mechanical disc with regen

    Gravel paths and broken kerbs on a commute that doesn't involve stairs.

  16. 16

    19.4 mi estimated · 30 mi claimed · 21.4 mi tested

    19.4 mi est · 486 Wh · 20 mph · 46 lb · 20% grade · ~$699

    Curb lift · Dual mechanical disc with regen

    Rough city pavement where the KQi3 chassis runs out of comfort.

  17. 17

    15 mi estimated · 25 mi claimed · 19.7 mi tested

    15 mi est · 374 Wh · 17 mph · 36.8 lb · 25% grade · ~$649

    Curb lift · Front drum with regenerative rear

    A rider who values certification and a believable range figure.

  18. 18

    15.2 mi estimated · 32 mi claimed · 19.1 mi tested

    15.2 mi est · 576 Wh · 28 mph · 66 lb · ~$779

    Rolls only · Dual mechanical disc

    A first dual-motor scooter on a budget.

  19. 19

    20.2 mi estimated · 24 mi claimed · 18.9 mi tested

    20.2 mi est · 504 Wh · 25.6 mph · 29.3 lb · 36% grade · ~$799

    Carry up stairs · Rear drum with regenerative front

    Multi-modal commutes where folded size decides everything.

  20. 20

    14.3 mi estimated · 31 mi claimed · 18.7 mi tested

    14.3 mi est · 358 Wh · 20 mph · 46.3 lb · 18% grade · ~$550

    Curb lift · Front drum with regenerative rear

    Wet-weather commuting on a budget.

  21. 21

    14.6 mi estimated · 33.6 mi claimed · 18.5 mi tested

    14.6 mi est · 365 Wh · 20 mph · 44.1 lb · 20% grade · ~$569

    Curb lift · Front drum with regenerative rear

    Storing a scooter somewhere a normal one won't fit.

  22. 22

    Segway Ninebot

    Segway Ninebot E3 Pro

    14.7 mi estimated · 34 mi claimed · 16.9 mi tested

    14.7 mi est · 368 Wh · 20 mph · 37 lb · 18% grade · ~$500

    Curb lift · Front drum with regenerative rear

    A flat city commute on rough pavement, on a budget.

  23. 23

    14.4 mi estimated · 32 mi claimed · 15.4 mi tested

    14.4 mi est · 360 Wh · 20 mph · 34.2 lb · 15% grade · ~$430

    Carry up stairs · Rear mechanical disc with regen

    Charging indoors while the scooter stays locked outside.

  24. 24

    10.8 mi estimated · 17 mi claimed · 11.4 mi tested

    10.8 mi est · 270 Wh · 19 mph · 35.5 lb · 15% grade · ~$330

    Curb lift · Rear mechanical disc with regen

    A short flat commute where punctures are the thing you refuse to deal with.

  25. 25

    8.6 mi estimated · 18 mi claimed · 9.8 mi tested

    8.6 mi est · 216 Wh · 18 mph · 34.5 lb · ~$319

    Carry up stairs · Rear mechanical disc with front electric brake

    A short commute with hills.