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The 8 Best Electric ScootersTom Price
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Instead of driving for every short trip to the store or commute to work, hop on an electric scooter and zoom through your neighborhood. With an e-scooter, you won’t need to pay for a parking spot or drive around endlessly looking for open curb space—simply pull up, flip down your kickstand, and you’re ready to go. Electric scooters are easier to ride than electric skateboards and more portable than electric bikes, so they’re a great alternative for city-dwellers who don’t have the space for a car or would prefer a smaller mode of transportation for short distances.
These days, there are plenty of affordable and durable electric scooters available. Options range from electric scooters built for just a few miles of daily commuting to ones designed to handle uneven trails, high speeds, and long distances. We tried out electric scooters on our own commutes to find the best.
The Best Electric Scooters for AdultsWhat Are the Laws for Riding E-Scooters?
In many areas, electric scooters aren’t allowed on sidewalks, so check whether you need to ride in bike lanes before you jet around. Some areas have speed limits on small electric vehicles like scooters and e-bikes. For instance, in Florida, e-scooters with seats must be registered and have a title and license plate, so check your local laws before you opt for one of our seated options. Similarly, there are some restrictions based on battery size and type.
How We Selected and Tested
In selecting these electric scooters, we rode multiple options. We used the scooters in daily work commutes to test their power, speed, range, and comfort over distance. This included trips over long bridges, on steep inclines, and many times, on streets without bike lanes. We also gauged how the acceleration and brakes felt in our hands, and how smooth the scooter stayed when riding over bumps or uneven asphalt.
For scooters we haven’t tested yet, we based our picks on research, evaluating the opinions and ratings of professional reviewers, as well as checking out customer reviews and rankings, and evaluating each model’s most important specs like wattage, range, and safety features. We chose reputable brands, selecting electric scooters that are not only the highest-performing models on the market, but also the easiest to find in stock.
Editor’s Note: We are currently testing the Gotrax G3 Max electric scooter and are in the process of acquiring and testing the Segway E3 Pro. We’ve included initial impressions on both below, but check back soon for more testing data and first-hand takeaways.
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