First out is the new and improved 2021 Apollo Explore. This is a very good advanced commuter scooter if you are looking for that 31 mph (51 kph) number as well as good portability and long range.
It does up to 34 miles (54 km) on a single charge. 10 inch pneumatic tires, as well as a dual spring suspension in the rear and an additional spring suspension in the front, makes it possible to venture off road and it will be an ultra comfortable ride on smooth surfaces.
Led lights all around and dual disc brakes ensure safety in traffic. 1000 watt rear wheel drive motor with three speed settings available. It weighs 52 lbs (23 kg) and both stem and handlebars are foldable.
You can quickly pick it up and it is one of this e scooters particular strengths to be able to deliver good performance and still not turn into a whale of a scooter. You can even adjust the acceleration speed and choose between zero or kick to start. And of course, it has cruise control.
PROS
- Great throttle control
- Light weight
- Ultra comfortable
"Great upgrade from Segway NineBot G30 Had Segway NineBot G30 for a few months.
After getting used to it, became irritated by its ride bumpiness and low top speed. With the Explore, there are big improvements in ride smoothness and higher top speed/acceleration. It's a thrill to go 33 mph on level ground with a smooth ride. At this point in time, the top acceleration is too much, so I toned down the acceleration P-setting to 3 from a max of 5.
The plethora of well-done support videos is amazing. More seem to be added on a regular basis (for example, "Spring Tune-up"). It's more convenient to watch a video and do your own maintenance compared to bringing the scooter into a shop or mailing it somewhere.
The personalized response of the service team is same day - very nice!"
View All the Apollo Explore ReviewsMantis 8 (dual motor version)
33 MPH e scooter
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| Motor:Â 2x 48V 800W BLDC | Tires:Â 8"x3.1" tubeless air tires
| Dimensions: 45 x 24 x 48 inches |
| Battery: LG or Samsung 48V 24.5Ah | Suspension: front and rear spring arms | Folded Dim: 45 x 24 x 19 inches |
| Range:Â 40 miles (eco / single drive) | Brakes:Â Hydraulic Disc + Regenerative | Weight:Â 60 lbs |
| Top Speed:Â 33 Mph | Lights:white front/side & red rear LEDs | Drive: Front & rear Wheel Drive |
| Weight Limit: 265 lbs / 120 kg | Display: Minimotors display / throttle | Battery Position: Under Board |
If you are looking for an even longer range and a bit more top speed, an excellent contender is the Mantis 8. Named so after its 8 inch tubeless tires. It comes in single motor or dual motor spec versions.
Here we focus on the dual motor spec version. Plenty of power from the double 48V 800Watt motors. A top speed of 33 mph (53 kph) and a range of 40 miles in eco mode. If you know about the Mantis and Mantis Pro, you are familiar with the power and strength of the brand.
The mantis 8 is all that but not as big, so it feels a bit more compact compared to its bigger siblings. You get a very good e scooter of high quality as we have come to expect from the Mantis. Dual swing arm suspension provides a smooth ride and even though it is not specifically an off road e scooter, some trails might be fine.
Excellent dual disc brakes work brilliantly in unison with the wider tires. Front and rear LED lights, lateral LED strips, and turn signals are all part of the safety package. The Minimotors display allows for advanced torque configurations, ABS, and cruise control.It weighs 60 lbs (27 kg) and the stem locks onto the deck for easier carrying although the handlebars do not fold.
If you are looking for a proper fast electric scooter and an inner city commuter scooter that you can still pick up and carry, the Mantis 8 can be the one for you.
"Possibly the perfect scooterIhave the 2021 Mantis Pro 8 and absolutely love it! It does it all, exceptional torque and power yet nimble enough to go anywhere. Takes hill’s and trails with ease and a great city scooter,closest thing to a magic carpet out there. We have 4 scooters but I’m seriously considering getting another one for my wife. Only thing I would want from the factory is a keyed start and a horn, but now you can get a fingerprint start but that just do appeal to me and a after market horn is easy to find. Hopefully they will add those features in time. Honestly the best all around scooter you can find."
View All the Mantis 8 ReviewsPROS
- Good balance of power & portability
- Power or eco mode options
Apollo Phantom
38 MPH e scooter
Discover Apollo Phantom| Table header 0 | Table header 1 | Table header 2 |
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| Motor: 2 x 1200W base / 3200W peak | Tires: 10" x 3.25" pneumatic tires
| Dimensions:Â 49 x 27 x 51 inch |
| Battery: 52V 23.4Ah Dynavolt Li-Ion* | Suspension: adjustable 4x spring susp. | Folded Dim: 49 x 27 x XX inch |
| Range:Â 40 Miles | Brakes:Â dual disc (standard or hydraulic) | Weight:Â 77 lbs |
| Top Speed:Â 38 Mph | Lights:Â 3 front, turn signals, 1 rear LED | Drive:Â all wheel drive |
| Weight Limit: 300 lbs / 136 kg | Display: extra large HEX display | Battery Position: Under Board |
Looking for more of everything? How about dual 1200W motors with a peak power output of 3200 Watts? And quadruple adjustable spring suspension system for maximum shock absorption.
You might need this e scooter if you live in an area where the roads are not of pooltable smooth variety. Potholes, cracked surfaces, or very steep hills will be a piece of cake for the Apollo Phantom. A 38 mph (61 kph) top speed and up to 40 miles (64 km) range in eco mode are good figures. A 7 inch ground clearance means you can jump down curbs and go off roading easily on the 10 inch pneumatic tires.
Dual disc brakes with an option of standard or fully hydraulic, regen brake, as well as turn signals and a very good led light package put safety first.An all new folding mechanism ensures no stem wobble and durability. This is a very high quality build e scooter and its 300 lbs (136 kg) max weight is further testament to that.
All that quality of course means it is not a lightweight contender. It clocks in at 77 lbs (34 kg). You can lift it up but you won't carry it for long.The price tag is around 2 100 USD and you do get a lot of performance e scooter for that money.
PROS
- Beautiful design
- Excellent for heavy adults
- Fantastic riding experience
CONS
- Kickstand could be better
Mantis
40 MPH e scooter
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| Motor:Â 2x 60V 1000W BLDC | Tires:Â 10"x2.5" air tiresÂ
| Dimensions:Â 49 x 24 x 50 inches |
| Battery: LG/Samsung Li-ion 60V 24.5A | Suspension:Â Front and rear spring arms | Folded Dim:Â 49 x 24 x 19 inches |
| Range: 45+ miles (eco / single drive)* | Brakes: Dual disc (full hydraulic) | Weight: 65 lbs |
| Top Speed:Â 40 Mph | Lights:Â white front/side & rear red LEDs | Drive:Â Front & Rear Wheel |
| Weight Limit:Â 265 lbs / 120 kg | Display:Â Minimotors display / throttle | Battery Position: Under Board |
A personal favorite. I will never forget the first time I tried the 24.5 AH spec version and took off like a bat out of hell. I glanced at the speedometer what felt like two seconds later and saw 40 mph (64 kph) on the display.
My hair was on fire and maybe I also needed to change my undies.But it still felt rock solid stable and it was not difficult to ride.This is a bigger type e scooter and that is part reason why it feels rock solid. It is still a foldable electric scooter but it weighs 65 lbs (29,5 kg). It's up there with the Apollo. As mentioned the max speed is 40 mph (64 kph) and you can get a proper 45+ mile long range in eco/single drive mode.
The dual spring shock suspension system provides one of to best rides available on an e scooter today. On all types of terrain. 10 x 2.5 inch pneumatic tires have plenty of grip especially when cornering.Fully hydraulic dual disc brakes are some of the best on the market.
The stopping power is tremendous. Exactly what you want from an adult electric scooter. Bicycle wide handlebars with index fingerstyle throttle and separate buttons for eco mode or the faster turbo mode. The display shows all relevant info you need, such as battery life, different p settings, and is easy to read even in bright sunlight. Side lights, white front and red rear lights, all led obviously. If the Wolf Warrior or the bigger Dualtrons feels a step too far. Then the Mantis is the way to go.
PROS
- Multiple gear modes
- Very long range
- Ride on any terrain
"Kaboo Mantis ProI love it. It is so fun an easy to ride. I live in Bremerton, WA and it handles the hills no problem. Highly recommend this scooter! This is my first scooter. I almost got a cheaper unit, but I knew I wouldn't be happy with it. I wanted something that had some torque for the area I live in. I'm a 200lbs adult and this puppy just glides.Only one small con. The rear brake line was low on fluid when I unboxed it. I contacted Fluidfreeride.com and they quickly reviewed the problem and sent me out a kit to top off the brake. Very responsive and awesome customer support. They take care of their clients. :)"
View All the Mantis ReviewsINOKIM OX
28 MPH scooter
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| Motor:Â 800W base / 1300W peak | Tires:Â 10" x 2.5" air tires
| Dimensions:Â 48 x 23 x 51 inches |
| Battery: LG 60V Li-ion 21Ah | Suspension: adjustable front and rear | Folded Dim: 48 x 23 x 22 inches |
| Range: 33 Miles | Brakes:Â Front drum & rear disc brake | Weight:Â 61 lbs |
| Top Speed: 28 Mph | Lights:Â front and rear LED | Drive: Rear Wheel |
| Weight Limit: 265 lbs / 120 kg | Display: Adv. thumb throttle display | Battery Position: Under Board |
If you are not looking for the fastest cheapest e scooter you can find on Amazon, but rather something fast enough, extremely well built and that will most likely never break down or require a lot of maintenance, there is but one choice.The Inokim OX. And it looks phenomenal as well.
There are two specs available where the difference is the lithium battery. 60V Li-ion 13Ah (Hero) or the LG 60V Li-ion 21Ah (Super). The bigger battery will have a longer range. All other specs are the same. Maximum speed is 28 mph (45 kph). It does not have zero start and the acceleration will not scare you. And some prefer it this way.
The riding experience is terrific. You can feel and hear the quality when you are riding. It is super quiet. No squeaking or other annoying sounds. Inokim takes pride in producing very high quality e scooters and it shows.
Adjustable front and rear suspension soaks up most bumps and instills confidence even if it is a bit stiff. 10 x 2,5 inch pneumatic tires are the right choice. And you can actually change them without having to remove the wheels. This is due to the single sided swingarm that only connects to the wheel on one side. Very functional but also looks very cool.
Amazing brakes. A drum brake in the front and a disc brake in the rear perfectly dialed in right out of the box.The stem folds but the handlebars do not, and it weighs 61 lbs (28 kg). You won't carry it very far but you can pick it up.Excellent thick rubber grips and a thumb operated throttle which is perfectly calibrated indicate the attention to detail that has gone into the OX. Led lights all around obviously but as per usual and with most e scooters. We recommend additional lights for riding at night. This is one of the best e scooters on the market and Fluidfreeride offers a 12 month warranty.
"The best of the five Ive owned in 15 years
Ive had so many different forms of transportation in my life. Many have been more recreational than actually functional. This Inokim OX can be a great recreational scooter. A great weekend fun ride. HOWEVER, this is not just a recreational "toy". It is solid safe substantial transportation to commute to work, run errands, visit friends AND be a weekend warrior. I've had two electric and two gas scooters. This is by far the best. Smooth. Rides like a cloud. Stops on a dime. Very safe and visible lighting system. Wear a helmet no matter how safe you feel. Customer support is personal and prompt. Trust me, you wont be disappointed. If something is not right, they will make it right. The accessories are perfect. This takes you almost to the top of the electric scooter world. I may have to try other models. I'm not a little guy and this unit FLYS FAST. I cant tell you enough, this is not a toy. It is transportation. Well done FluidFreeRide. You did good. When you own an Inokim OX, you make friends. EVERYBODY wants to see it and ride it, and I let them. Scooters build bridges and make friends"
View All the INOKIM OX ReviewsPROS
- Superior build & ride quality
- Advanced display
CONS
- Lacks power in this line up
How fast can an electric scooter go?
The single biggest factors in determining an electric scooters maximum speed are:
- The size and power of the battery pack.
- The total weight of the whole construction including rider.
- The wattage of the motor. And...how brave you are.
There are already e scooters going 80 mph (128 kph)! The Rion2 RE/80 racing edition is at the time of writing the fastest electric scooter on the market and it will do 80 mph.
And with its 12 800 watts of peak power, it is also the most powerful one. But why anyone would want to travel at such a high speed on an e scooter is a good question. Do you really need to?
Final thoughts on 30 mph electric scooters.
If an e bike is not your preference, but you still want something quick, portable and sturdier than f.e. a Xiaomi, then the 30 mph e scooters we have listed here should do the trick.
The asking prices of the ones we have listed here is from 1 299 USD (Mantis 8) up to 2 099 (Apollo Phantom) which is a lot of e-vehicle for the money.This price bracket also ensures a higher quality which might be the better choice in the long run if you intend on using it every day.
