As with their petrol-powered siblings, the restrictions on who can ride electric mopeds and scooters are determined by their speed. As the name suggests, the Mini 2 has been designed to be a small scooter. It’s no surprise then that it weighs a tiny 10.4 kg. Not only is this easier for small riders to lift, but it also makes taking your scooter onto public transport much simpler. Once folded, you won’t have to worry about navigating tight spaces with an awkwardly bulky machine. Instead, the Mini 2 is discreet enough that other passengers won’t even notice it’s there. Its tires have a diameter of 10 inches and contain puncture-prevention fluid so that the tire doesn’t instantly deflate if it ever punctures.

Also, the electric scooter may have a long range, but the charging time of 8.5 hours is also quite long, so take that into account as well. Best solid tire: Glion Dolly Unlike people-powered scooters and e-bikes, privately owned e-scooters are not currently permitted for use on public roads, pathways, or cycle roots. E-scooters can only be legally used on private land, with the landowner's permission. However, the tide is changing. With the UK Government’s ongoing trial of rental e-scooters and increasingly loud calls to clean up inner-city air, it’s only a matter of time before they are fully legalised for private use. The UK Government's current trial only allows hired e-scooters to be used in public spaces. It seeks to assess whether e-scooters can offer “fast, clean and inexpensive travel that can also help ease the burden on transport networks and allow for social distancing.” Once the complete, the gathered statistics and evidence will be used to “guide final decisions about whether and – if so – how to fully legalise e-scooters.” We’ve listed our favourite road-legal electric scooters and mopeds that are available to buy now. Super Soco CUx Moped and CPx Scooter Image source: Super SocoTo put this into perspective, it’s approximately 22% faster off the line than both the Turboant M10 Lite and GoTrax Apex, making it a great choice if you want a scooter that can reach its top speed faster.

It makes amends in the braking department, however. Its rear disc and front electronic brake duo are nothing short of superb, delivering an exceptional stopping distance of 2.9 meters from 15 mph. This far outstrips the 5.0-meter average of other models in its price class. We’re also passionate about other alternative modes of transportation beyond electric scooters. Forbes contributor Hannah Singleton has reviewed affordable e-bikes and covered the world of bike commuting gear, and she’s had the opportunity to test a few electric scooters over the years. Similarly, contributor Mark Knapp tested multiple models on this list, including the Niu KQi Air, the Niu KQi3 Pro and the Unagi Model One Voyager. The electric scooter has a single button that can be used to switch the escooter on and off, toggle the headlights, and also choose between the scooter’s two speed modes. Each electric scooter features a maximum speed, so take a look at this number when weighing your options. Some scooters, like the Apollo City, top out at 25 miles per hour, but most cruise in the 16 mile per hour range. If you’re buying an electric scooter for a kid, you may want to opt for one that tops out at 15 miles per hour. Weight And PortabilityIt even comes with a fully functioning USB charging port, which you’ll find below the anti-glare display.