{"id":21317,"date":"2023-01-31T08:21:20","date_gmt":"2023-01-31T08:21:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/envyride.com\/?p=21317"},"modified":"2023-06-01T17:24:22","modified_gmt":"2023-06-01T17:24:22","slug":"turboant-m10-vs-m10-lite","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/envyride.com\/turboant-m10-vs-m10-lite\/","title":{"rendered":"Turboant M10 vs. Turboant M10 Lite: Which is a better cheap commuter scooter?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
So, you\u2019ve probably narrowed down your search to one of the scooters in the Turboant M10 Lineup. Either the M10 Lite or the M10.
Both M10 commuting electric scooter models are excellent entry-level commuter scooters with tons of features and packing a lot of bang for your buck. They feature excellent build quality and ride great. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
But, which one should you choose?
In this article, we will explain some of the differences between the Turboant M10 and the Turboant M10 Lite to help you determine which scooter is right for you.<\/p>\n\n\n
Turboant has a number of great scooters. Each of them is a wonder for a number of different reasons. For instance, if you need a long-range electric scooter that charges quickly and has a detachable battery pack, check out the Turboant V8.
If you don\u2019t want to spend more than $600 on a scooter, you might want to check out the Turboant X7 lineup. The Turboant X7 Max and the Turboant X7 Pro fall in that $400 – $500 range and are a step up, in terms of range, from the M10 and M10 Lite. Either X7 scooter is great and features the same kind of quality you’ll find in the M10 commuting electric scooter lineup.
If you want a commuter scooter that\u2019s in that $325 – $425 range and you\u2019re going to be using it to get to and from work, the Turboant M10 and M10 Lite are excellent choices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To be perfectly honest with you, the Turboant M10 and M10 Lite are pretty close to each other in terms of specs and cost. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Your decision is going to come down to personal preference. Both scooters are built well, have the same waterproof rating, are within 2 pounds of each other in overall weight and both will carry a heavy scooter rider and feature a weight capacity of 220 lbs.
So, how do you choose? Features.
Which features are worth spending a little more money on and which features are things you could care less about? That\u2019s the difference. Below, we will break down each category and tell you the differences in the features so you can make a wise purchasing decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here are the major differences between the Turboant M10 and Turboant M10 Lite. The motor location, overall range, speed, weight, deck width, tires, battery, dimensions, and USB charging port. Every other feature on both scooters is pretty darn close to one another.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The buyer of the Turboant M10 and the buyer of the Turboant M10 Lite are the same in my mind. The only difference is what each buyer is willing to pay in terms of features. There\u2019s not much difference in price or styling so you\u2019ll just need to determine what each feature (or lack thereof) is worth to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The brakes on both scooters are disc and electronic. There is an electronic brake in the front and a disc brake in the rear. I\u2019ve tested both scooters and to be complete, and honest, unless you\u2019re being scientific and measuring down to the millisecond, I think braking is about the same and both scooters stop as quickly as others. No real difference here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So, here is an area of difference. For me, it matters quite a bit. The Turboant M10 features 10 pneumatic tires.
The Turboant M10 Lite features 8.5\u201d pneumatic tires.
So, which one would you like to have more?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are a couple of things to think about when making your decision. If you live in a small place and need to store the scooter, folded up, in order to conserve space, you\u2019ll want to choose the M10 Lite. Naturally, as a folded electric scooter it has a smaller footprint since it has smaller tires.
However, if space is not your issue and your main focus is the quality of the ride, then choose the Turboant M10. Having larger tires means the scooter will be able to absorb bumps from rough terrain a bit better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Both scooters are built out of an aluminum alloy frame. They look and feel sturdy. Honestly, I think these scooters look and feel better built than some of the other large consumer-brand scooters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Both the M10 and M10 Lite feature a 350W motor. However, the Turboant M10 has a rear hub motor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Turboant M10 Lite has a 350w front hub motor. So, what\u2019s the difference? Practically, not much. From a riding perspective, you won\u2019t be able to tell much of a difference.
The only time this will really become a factor is if you have to change the tire itself. The M10 front tire will be easier to change because there\u2019s no motor on it.
The rear tire of both the M10 and M10 Lite will be a bit more difficult to change because of the rear disc brake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The M10 and M10 Lite both have a 1.5w LED headlight. It\u2019s bright and does a sufficient job of lighting up the roadway in front of you.
If you read my Turboant M10 Lite review, you will notice this is one of the only things that I would like to see improved. The light is fine but it wouldn\u2019t cost much more to put, say, a 5-watt light on both scooters.
The major difference between the Turboant M10 and M10 Lite is the tail lights. The M10 Lite features a rear light that’s a red LED, which I think is essential if you are going to be riding at night. The M10 has reflectors but no tail light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Both the M10 and M10 lights are great foldable electric scooter models. They have nearly the same dimensions when folded. The M10 is about 2 inches smaller when folded.
In terms of weight, they are nearly identical. The M10 weighs 30 lbs whereas the M10 Light weighs 31 lbs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ok, so here\u2019s a big difference. You\u2019re probably thinking about using the M10 or M10 Lite as a commuter scooter. Here’s another area where the two scooters differ. While not much, it\u2019s something to think about. Keep in mind, eco mode on the M10 Lite is faster (9 mph) than the eco mode on the M10 (6 mph). So, if you need maximum range, the Turboant M10 Lite will get you there faster. Personally, I think most people will ride in sports mode.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Both scooters can accommodate a heavy rider. With a maximum rider capacity of 220 lbs, both scooters can handle big riders. If you need to get a scooter that allows you to have a rider over 300 lbs, you\u2019ll need to look at a different scooter category altogether.<\/p>\n\n\n\r\n Both scooters have an IP54 water resistance rating. This means that they can take direct spray from any direction. However, don\u2019t mistake this to mean that you should ride the scooter in rain or snow. And, in no circumstance should you rinse the scooter off with a hose. Both scooters are within $100 of each other on any given day. As I\u2019ve mentioned above, it really comes down to what you value in terms of features. Both scooters pack a lot of punch for the money and, in my opinion, you can\u2019t go wrong with either model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I will say one thing. The M10 Lite is a newer generation of scooters. I think from a styling perspective, I like the Turboant M10 Lite better. The tech stack on the Turboant M10 is horizontal and features battery level, speed, and riding modes. The LED screen on the M10 Lite features the same information but it is laid out in a vertical fashion. Personally, I like the vertical layout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Unfortunately, Turboant doesn\u2019t offer an app for their electric scooters. With other scooter models that have a Bluetooth app, I like having an app because I can lock the scooter, see overall range, and battery life, and change cruise control settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Turboant M10 Lite features a USB charging port in the stem under the LED screen. The M10 Lite does not. I think having this USB charging port can be really important in emergency situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Turboant M10 and M10 Lite don\u2019t feature suspension per-se. Both scooters only utilize pneumatic tires in order to allow the rider to enjoy a smooth ride. This is one major area where scooter manufacturers are able to reduce costs. Turboant is no different here. They have eliminated suspension but have used pneumatic tires to cushion the ride. Personally, I think the pneumatic tires are sufficient.<\/p>\n\n\n\r\n Both the Turboant M10 and the Turboant M10 Lite use pneumatic tires. The M10 has larger tires that are 10\u201d. The M10 Lite uses 8.5\u201d pneumatic tires. While neither model features suspension the pneumatic tires work just fine. If you wanted to take a step up in price to, say, the $700+ level, you would begin to find scooters with suspension on them. Even still, I\u2019ve found the ride quality at 15-20 mph not to vary too much even when you add suspension.<\/p>\n\n\n\n SPECIFICATION, COMPARISONS, and REVIEWS<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Most frequent questions and answers!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" So, you\u2019ve probably narrowed down your search to one of the scooters in the Turboant M10 Lineup. Either the M10 Lite or the M10. Both M10 commuting electric scooter models are excellent entry-level commuter scooters with tons of features and packing a lot of bang for your buck. 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Think about your commute to and from work. If you need a little more range, then you will want to go with the M10. The Turboant M10 has an overall range of 18 miles.
While it\u2019s not much different, the Turboant M10 Lite can travel 15.5 miles.
So, your decision really depends on how far is your commute. Please note that both of these scooters achieve this overall range when in their lowest speed<\/a> mode.<\/p>\n\n\n\r\nMaximum Speed & Riding Modes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The Turboant M10 has three riding modes. You can ride in eco mode which has a maximum speed of 6 mph, comfort mode with a 9 mph max speed, or sport mode where you can reach 20 mph.
The Turboant M10 Lite has two riding modes. You can ride in eco mode and go 9 mph. Or, you can ride in sport mode and hit a maximum speed of 16 mph.
So, if you need to get there fast, then you might want to choose the M10.
However, if you need to milk every last drop of range, on both scooters you are going to be utilizing eco mode. <\/p>\n\n\n\nMaximum Rider Weight<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Water Resistance<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This IP54 rating simply suggests that if you were to get caught in the rain or snow, you wouldn\u2019t destroy the scooter if you HAD to get home. It\u2019s not recommended to ride the scooter during any kind of inclement weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\nPricing and Value for Your Money<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Styling<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Most companies improve upon their designs with the next iteration of a scooter. The M10 to M10 Lite is no different. There are subtle nuances that just make the M10 Lite sleeker in my mind. One of them is the LED screen.
Also, I just like the newer style of the M10 Lite’s handlebar. The handlebar on the M10 is straight for the most part and doesn’t look as sexy as the handlebar on the M10 Lite.<\/p>\n\n\n\r\nTech Stack \/ LED screen<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Bluetooth App<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
USB Charging Port<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Suspension<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Tires and Ride Quality<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The ride quality on both scooters is excellent. The fact that both scooters are inexpensive commuter models means that it’s necessary for them to have a nice smooth ride. Aside from additional ground clearance, there’s not much difference or reason for larger tires in my opinion.<\/p>\n\n\n\nOTHER SCOOTERS TO CONSIDER<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Model<\/th> TOP SPEED<\/th> RANGE<\/th> WEIGHT<\/th><\/tr><\/thead> Segway F25<\/a><\/td> 15.5 mph<\/td> 12.4 mi<\/td> 32 lbs<\/td><\/tr> Segway F30<\/a><\/td> 15.5 mph<\/td> 18.6 mi<\/td> 33 lbs<\/td><\/tr> GoTrax GXL V2<\/a><\/td> 15.5 mph<\/td> 9-12 mi<\/td> 26.4 lbs<\/td><\/tr> GoTrax XR Ultra<\/a><\/td> 14.8 mph<\/td> 14.2 mi<\/td> 26.5 lbs<\/code><\/td><\/tr>
GoTrax XR Elite<\/a><\/td> 15.5 mph<\/td> 18 mi<\/td> 31.88 lbs<\/td><\/tr> GoTrax Apex<\/a><\/td> 15.5 mph<\/td> 15 mi<\/td> 32.1 lbs<\/td><\/tr> GoTrax G3<\/a><\/td> 15.5 mph<\/td> 18 mi<\/td> 36 lbs<\/td><\/tr> Razor T25<\/a><\/td> 15.5 mph<\/td> 18 mi<\/td> 27 lbs<\/td><\/tr> Razor C25<\/a><\/td> 18 mph<\/td> 18 mi<\/td> 32.52lbs<\/td><\/tr> HiBoy S2<\/a><\/td> 15 mph<\/td> 19 mi<\/td> 31 lbs<\/td><\/tr> HiBoy S2R<\/a><\/td> 19 mph<\/td> 17 mi<\/td> 30.8 lbs<\/td><\/tr> HiBoy KS4<\/a><\/td> 19 mph<\/td> 17 mi<\/td> \u200e32.6 lbs<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n\n\n\nFrequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Which is faster the Turboant M10 or Turboant M10 Lite?<\/h3>
Does the M10 or M10 Lite have a longer range?<\/h3>
Is the Turboant M10 or Turboant M10 Lite cheaper?<\/h3>