Top 10 Picks: Long Range Electric Scooter Models
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Whether you have a long commute to work or just like taking your electric scooter for long ride, we’ve got you covered. Today, we’re reviewing our top 10 long range electric scooter models.
It’s important to note that, generally, long range electric scooters have a tendency to be heavier. In order to get the long distances that commuters desire, the battery pack has to be quite large. A large battery pack means more weight.
So, for example, the beast that reaches 60 mph weighs 100 pounds. While each model outlined here is a foldable electric scooter and all fold easily so you can stow them in the trunk of a car or the bed of a pickup truck, some models will require muscles because they’re not particularly light.
Overall, if you are on the hunt for long range electric scooters, look for a lithium-ion battery, LED headlight, and great front and rear suspension for a more comfortable ride.
We consider many factors on these adult electric scooter models including riding range, cruise control, max speed, the electric motor, regenerative braking or ABS disc brake, rear suspension, plus the fastest electric scooter. You need the details to make an intelligent choice on the best long range scooter for you so we’ve tried to provide them here!
Read on to learn which model e scooter is the best long range scooter for your needs.
The Scooter Reviews
EMOVE Cruiser 52V 1600W Dual Suspension – Long Range Electric Scooter
Consumers seem to love this EMOVE Cruiser E Scooter for its dependability, fun colors, and ease of transport. You can fold this scooter and slip it in your backpack if you run it out of juice while you zip around town. Choose it in black, white, orange, red, or purple.
Considered a long range electric scooter, this model charges in one night then get you to and fro for the whole week. You can traverse 62 miles on a single charge on this little gem due to its 30AH battery pack. That lithium-ion battery is three times the size of its competitors’ batteries, and it puts out a whopping 1,600W of power.
That helps it climb hills up to 20-degrees in incline. Safely brake or slow down using its front and rear hydraulic brakes. Designed for adults, this scooter has a weight capacity up to 352 pounds as a maximum load.
While it is not particularly safe, you can ride two adults on it as long as their combined weight does not exceed 352 pounds.
Since it is commuter scooter it features tubeless pneumatic tires that are car-grade can take potholes better than mopeds or a bike. Only 30 of the EMOVE’s 2020 3,000 purchasers bought a replacement tire and only 10 of those were to replace a flat. That equates to an unfathomable 0.33 percent flat-tire rate.
Ride safer on this scooter that features both a LED headlight and rear brake lights. Travel at a maximum speed of 28 miles per hour and accelerate to top speed in 3.4 seconds.Don’t worry if you get caught in the rain or fog because this scooter has the highest water resistance rating available.
It uses waterproof cables to earn its IPX6 rating. While you might worry that such a small device could easily get stolen, the EMOVE comes with an anti-theft locking key. Since the manufacturer ensures the uniqueness of every key you never have to worry that some other scooter owner has one like yours.
Even though it has this awesome locking device, we still recommend getting a bike or scooter lock to secure it when it’s not in use. This apartment and home-friendly scooter folds, so you can easily tuck it away indoors without using up much space.
Kaabo Wolf Warrior 11+ Electric Scooter
Jump on the Kaabo Wolf Warrior 11+ Electric Scooter for a powerful experience that lets you go off-road, up and down steep hills, and provides a motorcycle-like experience on a two-wheeled upright scooter. It comes in basic black. Considered a long range electric scooter, this model is dubbed as the “second baddest scooter on the planet” (more on the baddest scooter on the planet is below) and charges in one night.
Use a single charger to get the LG / Samsung lithium-ion battery pack full of juice in 14 to 17 hours, or two chargers to do so in eight to 10 hours. If you purchase a fast charger, you can charge the battery pack in less than six hours. You can traverse 70 miles on a single charge in eco-mode or 42 miles in turbo mode. Its battery and motors put out a massive 2,400W of power due to its dual brushless 1,200W motor system paired with two 40A controllers. That combination means it can top out at 5400W of from the dual electric motor setup. That helps it climb hills up to 30-degrees in incline.
Safely brake or slow down using its rear brakes plus its dual front and rear hydraulic brakes (with regenerative braking) and handle any terrain with its motorcycle-grade tires. It’s also got an incredible max weight capacity and will hold riders up to 450 lbs making it the best electric scooter for heavy adults on the list.
Since it is computer-designed, it features car-grade tires that can take in-street potholes or opt for off-road tires for all-terrain rides.
Ride safer on this scooter that features two front LED headlights, sidelights, and a red LED light, so other vehicles can see you on the road.
Travel at a maximum speed of 50 mph with this bad boy. Just note, your speed will vary a little depending on the weight of the scooter rider. The manufacturer clocked its top speed using a test rider who weighs 165 pounds.
Don’t worry if you get caught in light rain or fog. The Wolf Warrior earned an IPX4 rating.
This apartment and home-friendly scooter folds, so you can easily tuck it away indoors without using up much space. You can tote it on the bus or train with you but be forewarned that its power comes with weight. The dual-motor setup makes it weigh more, and it just tops 101 pounds.
Mantis Pro SE (Special Edition)
Jump on the Kaabo Mantis Pro SE offers a little less power than the Wolf Warrior 11+ Electric Scooter, but still a great commuter experience.
It comes in a limited-edition gold color that has consumers excited. Considered a long range electric scooter, this model charges in one night then, this long range scooter gives you an overall maximum range of about 40 miles. Similar to the Warrior, use a single charger to get this scooter up to speed in about 14 hours, or two chargers to do so in eight to 10 hours. If you purchase a fast charger, you can charge its LG/Samsung battery in less than five hours.
Its battery and dual motor setup puts out a massive 2000W of power due to its dual brushless 1,000W electric motor and a 60V Dual 27A Minimotors controller. That helps it climb hills up to 30-degree inclines.
40 Safely brake or slow down using its full hydraulic brakes and handle any terrain with its motorcycle-grade frame. This machine has a max weight capacity of 330 pounds which puts it in the middle of the pack for the best electric scooter for heavy adults.
Meant for commuters, it features a reinforced stem designed with a stronger stem bolt, it 10′ inch pneumatic front and rear wheel. Ride safer on this scooter that features front deck lights, sidelights, and rear deck lights, so other vehicles can see you on the road.
Of course it’s got a bright LED headlight too. The Mantis Pro SE has a maximum speed of 40 mph. The manufacturer clocked its top speed using a test rider who weighs 165 pounds. Don’t worry if you get caught in light rain or fog.
This Kaabo model has not yet been IP rated, but the manufacturer estimates it will earn an IPX5 rating. Easily take bumps in the road and enjoy a smooth ride with its front dual suspension and rear suspension that’s got an air shock.
This apartment and home-friendly foldable electric scooter is great, so you can easily tuck it away indoors without using up much space. You can tote it on the bus or train with you. Kaabo provides superior customer service in an old-fashioned way; the company provides phone support during normal business hours of 9 am to 5 pm. They promise an actual human being will answer your phone call.
Macwheel Electric Scooter
Grab the Macwheel Electric Scooter to get going wherever you desire. This super-lightweight scooter weighs only 28 pounds, so you can easily take it nearly anywhere with you. It folds in three seconds.
This tiny beast provides an overall riding range of 25 miles on a single charge which makes it a viable commuter scooter. You can change this model in one night, then commute for days. Its battery and brushless electric motor provides 350W of power that achieves a maximum speed of 15.5 mph.
One feature that we like on this model that’s on almost all of the other models outlined here is the cruise control. If you’re buying a commuter scooter, we think it’s imperative to have cruise control. Safely brake or slow down using its dual-disc brakes. Meant for quick jaunts, this scooter uses 8.5-inch airless rubber tires (meaning they are solid tires) on its front and rear wheel.
Ride safer on this scooter that features front deck lights, sidelights, and rear deck lights, so other vehicles can see you on the road. The manufacturer clocked its top speed using a test rider who weighs 165 pounds.
Don’t worry if you get caught in light rain or fog. Watch out for bumps in the road because this model scooter has no rear suspension which means the macwheel doesn’t give you the smooth ride that some of the other models in this article provide.
This foldable electric scooter is apartment and home-friendly because it easily tucks away indoors without using up much space. You can tote it on the bus or train with you. Macwheel offers a mobile app that lets you monitor the speed, battery life, and headlight settings of the scooter. You can lock the electric scooter using this app, too.
Joyor X5S Electric Scooter
The ultra-lightweight Joyor X5S provides the ideal ride for someone without the upper body strength to pick up a 100 beast like the Warrior.
This super-lightweight scooter weighs only 33 pounds making it easy to fold and take on the bus or commuter train with you. This e scooter has a riding range of 31 miles on a single charge which is lower than average for the commuter scooter models outlined in this article. However, you can charge this scooter in just six hours on fast charge mode.
It comes in basic black with an alloy steel frame and rubber wheels. Its battery and motor provide 500W of power that achieves a max speed of 15.5 miles per hour. While it’s not the fastest electric scooter of the bunch, in this article we’re most intersted in overall riding range.
Safely brake with its rear brakes system that uses a mechanical anti-lock braking system. Meant for quick jaunts, this scooter accommodates a max weight capacity of 265 pounds. Ride safer on this scooter that features ultra-bright LED headlight, so other vehicles can see you on the road. Take road bumps and potholes easily with this scooter’s front wheel shock absorbers.
This is an apartment and home-friendly folding scooter so you can easily tuck it away indoors without using up much space. The Joyor comes with four screw holes in the rear wheel board, so you can install a seat. The manufacturer designed the scooter in such a way that this modification does not affect the safety of the scooter.
Wolf King
Billed as the “baddest scooter on the planet,” the Wolf King pumps out 6,720W of power to produce a max speed of 62 miles per hour.
Considered a super scooter and the fastest electric scooter on the list, this beast can take any hill of 45 degrees or fewer, plus it offers a riding range of 50 miles.
A single charge only requires five hours, and you’re off. Does your commute seem challenging on your current scooter? You have grown tired of commuting by train? Nab the Wolf King and zip to work or school as if you were driving a car. Its reinforced body produces zero stem wobble.
The 6082-aluminum frame provides the stability. Its tubeless, fat tires shelter you from road bumps. Let vehicles know where you are with the motorcycle horn, front headlight, rear taillights, and brake lights plus blue LED deck lights.
The scooter’s power comes from its dual 1500 nominal watt VM motors paired with dual 72V 40A Minimotors controllers. You can take this monster scooter off-road, too. Add OEM off-road tires for best results. Safely brake with its Anti-Lock Braking (ABS) full hydraulic brake system and handle any road or off-road conditions with its hydraulic shock suspension modeled after those used on Harley motorcycles.
Like its dual motors, the scooter comes with dual batteries. Use one motor mode to conserve battery power but use both in dual mode to obtain more power. For maximum power to climb steep hills, switch to turbo mode. Its gold highlights increase its street visibility and its visual appeal. This much power increases its weight. The scooter weighs 101 pounds which might make it a challenge for those who weigh less to carry it.
Apollo Pro
The Apollo Pro lets you handle longer commutes at street-legal speeds. You can travel 25 to 56 miles on a single charge at speeds of up to 42 miles per hour.
This high-performance scooter provides a spring suspension system that lets you handle off-road conditions as easily as a city street. Like Kaabo, the manufacturer offers high-quality customer service. Also, considered a super scooter, this beast can take any hill of 40 degrees or fewer, plus it offers a range of 50 miles.
A single charge only requires five hours using the fast charger, but 10 hours using the standard charger. You can also charge in five hours by using two chargers at once. Coax the 56-mile range out of this super scooter by using its eco-mode.
Powered by two high-efficiency brushless motors, this scooter attains 1000W on each motor. GO from 0 to 15 mph in 2.8 seconds and reach a speed of 30 mph in 6.2 seconds. It can carry two adults up to a total weight of 330 pounds.
Its brake system boasts the same amount of power with its two high-performance disc brakes plus an electric re-gen brake. This provides an average braking distance of 16.1 feet. With all this power also come control and comfort. Plus, you get cruise control.
The scooter features dual spring shock absorbers, so you don’t notice potholes or bumpy terrains. Its 10-inch pneumatic tires help the suspension system further curb impact.
Apollo Explore
Apollo also offers this lighter version of its city commuter line. While you should still ride in the bicycle lane, you might feel as if you could take the highway. This 52-pound scooter crushes hills and provides speed.
You can travel 34 miles on a single charge at speeds of up to 31 miles per hour.
This commuter scooter provides a spring suspension system that lets you handle off-road conditions as easily as a city street. Apollo offers high-quality customer service, so if you phone its offices in Canada, you speak with a helpful human being.
Despite its lack of weight, this beast can take any hill of 20 degrees or fewer without adversely affecting its range. A single charge of its Dynavolt battery only requires five hours using the fast charger, but 10 hours using the standard charger. You can also charge in five hours by using two chargers at once. Powered by a high-efficiency brushless motor, this scooter attains 1000W, but you can coax it up to 1,400W. Go from 0 to 15 mph in 3.5 seconds.
It can carry an adult of up to a weight of 265 pounds. Its brake system boasts the same amount of power with its two high-performance disc brakes plus an electric re-gen brake. This provides an average braking distance of 16.1 feet. With all this power also come control and comfort.
The scooter features dual spring shock absorbers, so you don’t notice potholes or bumpy terrains. Its 10-inch pneumatic tires help the suspension system further curb impact.
Segway Ninebot MAX Electric Kick Scooter
Consumers seem to love this Segway Ninebot MAX Electric Kick Scooter for its reliability and ease of transport. You can fold this scooter and slip it in your backpack if you run it out of juice while you zip around town. It only weighs about 40 pounds.
It comes in dark gray. Considered a long range scooter, this model charges in one night then get you to and fro for the whole week.
While it’s not the fastest electric scooter, it does allow you a maximum riding range of 40 miles on a single charge on this little gem due to its 30AH battery. That battery is three times the size of its competitors’ batteries, and it puts out a whopping 1,600W of power.
That helps it climb hills up to 20-degrees in incline. Safely brake or slow down using its front and rear disc brake. Designed for adults, this scooter can accommodate up to 352 pounds as a maximum load.
You can ride one adult on it of a weight that does not exceed 220 pounds. Ride safer on this scooter that features both front lights and rear brake lights and count on its dependable tires – 10-inch pneumatic tires.
Travel at a maximum speed of 18.6 miles per hour and accelerate to top speed in 3.4 seconds. Your speed will vary depending on the weight of the scooter. Just like the others on the list, this is a folding scooter that allows you to easily tuck it away indoors in a closet or behind a door. Easily tote it on the bus or train with you. It’s backed by the dependable Segway name and brand. You can update the scooter using Bluetooth and monitor its performance, too.
G Max Ultra Electric Scooter
Jump on this G Max Ultra Electric Scooter for its reliability and ease of transport. Another in the vein of foldable scooters, you can carry this one into the office with you and stash it under your desk. It only weighs about 40 pounds.
It comes in dark gray. Considered a long range electric scooter, this model charges in one night then gets you to and fro for the whole week. You can travel 45 miles on a single charge on this little gem due to its 36V 17.5aH LG battery. That battery combined with its motor puts out 350W of power, so you can travel at up to 25 miles per hour.
That helps it climb hills up to 15-degree inclines. Safely brake or slow down using its front and rear brakes. Designed for adults, this scooter can accommodate up to 220 pounds as a maximum load.
Ride safer on this scooter that features both an LED headlight and a rear brake lights and count on its dependable tires – 10-inch air-filled tires. The only downside of this is you can get flats with this tire type. Your best bet is to obtain an OEM tire as a spare when you purchase your scooter.
While it’s not THE fastest, the G Max is still a pretty fast electric scooter with maximum speed of 25 miles per hour which can achieve its maximum speed in 3.4 seconds. Obviously, your speed and overall range will vary depending on the weight of the rider.
In our opinion, there are two areas where this scooter really shines. The riding range is 45 miles which, for the price, is exceptional.
Then, we think the security features on this machine are excellent — probably the best (except for EMOVE cruiser because it’s got a keyed lock). It’s got a digital lock and a coded security lock that allows you to lock the scooter to a bike rack or other apparatus when the e-scooter isn’t in use.
This apartment and home-friendly scooter folds, so you can easily tuck it away indoors without using up much space. The GoTrax G Max provides a mid-weight scooter that lets you zip to school or a short work commute. It is not designed to take on major commutes like Apollos, but it makes a perfect choice for quick trips to the grocery. It provides the most bang for your buck, in our opinion.
One note here — if you’re really on a budget and need a good cheap electric scooter you might want to consider the GoTrax GXL v2. It’s a good all around scooter for under $300 but doesn’t give you the same kind of range as the G Max ultra kick scooter.
The Verdict
Adult scooters combine the best of fun and sensibility for an adult. You can enjoy your commute on a long range scooter while getting there quickly. With all the stops a commuter train makes, you might beat the L to work even if you choose a slower scooter like those that top out at 15 miles per hour. Remember that safety matters even more than ever on a scooter. You have no steel or aluminum body protecting you as you would on a car. Motorcycles weigh significantly more. You could be traveling on what amounts to a skateboard with handlebars at up to 60 miles per hour. That requires training and a sturdy scooter. You need dependability and adequate suspension. If you plan to commute a long distance or in a bike lane on a highway, you need the top-of-the-line brakes. Purchase your helmet and a riding jumper when you buy your scooter.
So, which to choose?
Best for Commuters: Apollo Pro
This super scooter gets you there quickly and has all the features of a motorcycle except the body style. The fact that it uses Harley-Davidson parts for its brakes says a lot about the work they put into this. If its 60-mile per hour top speed gives you the willies, you can also choose its less speedy version. The Explore only gets up to 31 miles per hour, but really, isn’t that fast enough when you have nothing on either side of you and your vehicle only weighs 100 pounds or fewer? Realize that motorbikes way about seven times that, so they take part of the impact in an accident. You would take all the impact in a scooter accident.
Best for Quick Errands: EMOVE Cruiser 52V 1600W Dual Suspension – Long Range Electric Scooter
You cannot get any better than the charge on this puppy. Run errands all week on just one charge. In the city, a top speed of 15 miles per hour makes sense. You would rarely go faster anyway since most streets top out at 25 miles per hour. Getting around becomes simple, plus the EMOVE method of keying its scooters helps keep yours safer. You can always add a bike lock to keep it even safer when running errands.
Best Single Charge Performance: Wolf King
Now, we know that under the right conditions you can eke out 56 miles of range on another bike, but that requires specific conditions. On an everyday basis, you get 50 miles out of the Wolf King. That dependability matters when you trip plan. You need to know that you can get from point a to point b without a hitch or without having to hitch a ride. Its battery system provides the most dependability, and you can count on it actually reach the 50-mile mark, plus you can do that at top speed. That lets you determine how far you can travel on a single charge. If you want to make longer trips, you need this kind of dependability in a scooter.
Best Bang for Your Buck: GoTrax G Max
While it’s not a terribly fast electric scooter like the Apollo or Kaboo models, the GoTrax platform has many of the same features for a lot less money: disc brake, regenerative braking, and a riding range of up to 45 miles while still hitting up to 25 mph. Plus, we really like the digital security lock and the integrated combination cable lock. This folding scooter is, in our minds, a great pick for the top long range electric scooter if you’re on a budget.
How to Buy
The links provided within lead you directly to the purchase pages for these electric vehicles. You will receive your shipment within one to six weeks, depending on the store. Most of these scooters require a little assembly. If you order non-standard tires, you will get the tires unattached. You must change these out yourself. That means you will have a spare set of regular (not off-road) tires on hand should anything ever happen to your incumbent tires.
Check each site for more shipping information. Some shipping services require you to pick it up from an office or waypoint. You may not get delivery to your house and that is an important factor to weigh. You could carry an already assembled scooter on the train with you, but you would be picking up a boxed scooter with accouterments. That increases its weight and bulk which may make it impossible to hand carry to a train or bus by yourself.
Remember that the price you see on the site does not include taxes or shipping. You see the sticker price. Keep this in mind when budgeting.
You also need to look out for fakes and Chinese imports that sell for cheap. They’re crafted of cheap, flimsy materials including a cheap battery pack and wheel bearings. They might look pretty and shiny, but they perform poorly and those cheaply made parts can endanger you and the others on the road. In the worst-case scenario, a key part gives out while you ride, tossing you into oncoming traffic. You can avoid this by going directly to the manufacturer’s website and ordering from them or purchasing a reputable brand. That ensures you purchase the real item. All of the items featured here are solid platforms if you’re looking for long range electric scooters.
Ordering online provides you a vast number of choices, but you must shop carefully. Also, realize that if you purchase a more powerful electric scooter, you must purchase insurance just like you would need for electric motorcycles. Under most state laws, motorized scooters count as a motorbike (mopeds) since they can attain the same speed as one using a similar motor.
You have many considerations to face in the purchase of an electric scooter. Your decision boils down to much more than just the cost of the scooter or its speed. You need assembly skills unless you want to hire a professional to assemble it. Your motor size decides whether your scooter qualifies as street legal. If it does, you need insurance which probably increases your purchase costs. Give ample research and thought to your decision before buying.
