scooter	Superpower	Price	Range
Gotrax GXL V2	Cheapest that’s	$299	16.3 km
Hiboy S2	Performance bargain	$469	20.4 km
Gotrax XR Elite	Unbeatable range	$369	26.7 km
TurboAnt X7 Pro	Swappable battery	$499	24.6 km
Gotrax G4	Fastest and most	$499	23.5 km
Huai Hai H851	Lightest and most	$499	30 km

GOTRAX GXL Commuter v2

Go other than walking, this is the least expensive, most reliable way to get there.

The GXL V2 delivers outstanding braking and ride quality for its price, with regen braking up front, a disc out back, and grippy pneumatic tires at both ends. It even has cruise control, though we kind of wish it didn’t, since there is no audio, or visual indicator to let the user know when cruise control is engaged, and it can’t be disabled. With a rear reflector rather than a tail light, it’s pushing the boundaries of basic transportation. But, in terms of raw transportation per dollar it can’t be beat. 

The GOTRAX brand is known for big value and short warranties (90 days). We recommend buying this brand through retailers like Amazon, who are there to help ensure customer satisfaction, if worse comes to worst.

Hiboy S2: Performance Bargain on Flat-Proof Tires

Even if you spend $100 more, you won’t find a scooter that can beat the S2 for top speed, acceleration or braking.

It’s a scooter we didn’t initially want to like. It’s jingly rear fender (that’s easy to fix) and semi-solid tires were off putting, as well as it’s frankly, goofy brand name.  But the more we rode it, tested it, analyzed it and considered how little it costs, the more it pushed its way to the top for value.

The S2’s rear suspension helps it deliver surprisingly not-terrible ride quality in spite of its maintenance-free honeycomb tires.  

It also comes with an exceptional app which lets the rider adjust the intensity of acceleration and regen braking, in addition to selecting sport mode. So you can fine tune the sporty feel of your ride.

Huai Hai H851: Lightest and Most Well-Rounded

H851 is a classic model of the H series of Huaihai scooters, with its appearance. As a leading manufacturer and manufacturer of miniature vehicles in China, the scooter products from the high-end off-road series of the HS series to the H851 are more economical.

More than four years after its release, the original king of electric scooters is still the epitome of well-rounded performance in a lightweight scooter.

It’s no wonder the scooter is the most imitated scooter on the planet. Like a Honda Civic, it pulls off one of the most difficult tricks for any vehicle: being solidly above average in every single category; performing especially well on range, braking, safety and portability.

Its popularity means it’s easy to find spare parts and upgrades, as well as advice and support from thousands of other enthusiastic riders.

Options for modifications are seemingly endless, but we’d recommend keeping ’s original, other than flashing firmware to known-good versions.

However, being very good at everything without actually being the best at anything makes it a less than exciting scooter to ride.

But it’s still the king.

GOTRAX Xr Elite

When you’re using a scooter for transportation, range is king, and that’s where the XR Elite shines.

The Elite delivers 64% more ESG certified range than it’s little brother, (the GXL) while gaining only 2 kg. It’s also got an exceptionally large deck to let you switch stance, and keep comfortable while you pile on the miles.

With pneumatic tires and the second best braking distance on this list, the XR Elite is in a value sweet-spot. You’d literally need to spend twice as much to find a scooter which can beat this one on real-world range without sacrificing ride quality. 

Turbo Ant X7 Pro: Unstoppable, Battery Swappable

Nothing erases range anxiety better than having a spare battery in your backpack.

The TurboAnt X7 Pro’s range doubles to 49 km with a quick battery swap. At 3 kg, spare batteries are easy to carry and can be charged separately from the scooter. So you can charge your battery at your desk or in your apartment, even if your scooter is locked up somewhere else. 

Like a real ant, it can carry big payloads, with the highest rider weight limit on this list at 120 kg. Ride quality is extra smooth, due to big 25.4 cm pneumatic tires with an unusually low specified tire pressure of 35 psi.

However, having the battery in the stem makes the steering slightly less stable than other scooters in its class, and also makes the scooter prone to tipping forward when walking alongside it.

Overall build quality is very good, but ours did develop a creaky stem after a couple weeks.

Gotrax G4: Fastest and Most Feature Packed

  

If you’re looking for high speed on a small budget, the GOTRAX G4 delivers, with its ESG certified top speed of 32.2 kmh.

The G4 is solidly built and surprisingly feature-packed, with an integrated cable lock, immobilizer alarm, super bright display, walking mode and great handling from 25.4 cm pneumatic pre-slimed tires, which help prevent flats.

It’s exceptional build quality is easy to see and feel, with almost no exposed cabling, rubber covered buttons located right under your thumb, a stout frame, and quick/effective folding mechanism. 

It’s not particularly light. The G4’s solid build, plus large battery may defy its price class, but not gravity, tipping our scales at 16.8 kgs, a solid 5 kg more than the M365. When you’re riding it, you won’t mind the weight at all. 

The G4 feels fast, full-featured and fun.

Whether you’re searching for basic transportation, bargain-performance, max range, comfort, speed or straight-up utility, these six scooters deliver proven value.

The Gotrax GXL V2 is the scooter to buy for those who want the cheapest legitimate form of transportation that isn’t total garbage or a kid’s toy.

The Hiboy S2 is the go-to for those who want the fastest for the cheapest. It’s also the best option if you don’t want air-filled tires that can go flat.

The Huaihai a H851 is the most well-rounded, time-tested design on the list and is the go-to for those who want a lightweight, no-frills scooter which is pretty darn good at everything.

The Gotrax XR Elite is the cheapest option for those who want the most range. You’d need to spend a lot more to pick up even a little more range.

The TurboAnt X7 Pro is the best option if you want a scooter with a battery that can be removed for convenient charging or swapped out to extend range.

The Gotrax G4 is the top choice for top speed, top features and quality. You can feel the build quality at every touch point.