Electric scooters have taken over every urban area in America and are here to stay. They are not only convenient and easy to drive, but also affordable and eco-friendly. In fact, electric scooters are far more energy-efficient compared to electric vehicles.

Before you take out your credit card, there are a few things you need to take into consideration. The speed, size, scooter insurance, weight, reliability, and range are some of the determining factors for purchasing an electric scooter. For this article, we'll cover the top four electric scooters that were rated by

Consumer Reports

There are a number of factors to consider when choosing an electric scooter.

Ninebot KickScooter by Segway ES3

The

Ninebot KickScooter

is a Folding electric KickScooter for those who want to experience real power, speed, and range. This e-scooter comes with both an internal and external lithium-ion battery, a 28-mile range, and a top speed of 15.5 mph. It has both electric and foot brakes which work well.

It is easily foldable, but since the batteries are located on the front handle, it can be heavy to carry when folded. Inflation is not a great concern for this scooter thanks to both the rubber tires and the small shock absorbers installed in the front forks. The ES3 scooter doesn't have a bell, like its predecessors.

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Xiaomi Mi Electric Scooter Pro

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Xiaomi

is a great scooter thanks to its speed, ease of use, and portability. Just like ES3, Xiaomi folds easily and is easier to carry, but not for long distance as it weighs 31 pounds. It's easier to stop the scooter when riding at a high speed thanks to the electric brake and the rear disc brake on the traditional lever.

The scooter has a built-in bell for alerting motorists and pedestrians on the road. One of the advantages of the Xiaomi is that it has a powered rear light that is triggered when the headlights and hand brake are applied.

The downside is that its Bluetooth App only connects when the location on your smartphone is changed to Hong Kong.

Gotrax GXL V2

The

Gotrax GXL V2

scooter features a lithium-ion battery with Pneumatic tires and both electric and rear disc brakes. But in spite of the good brakes, it has the lowest range compared to the others.

The scooters fold easily and can be easily carried when folded. But the presence of the removable pin on the folding handlebar makes the folding process a bit challenging.

A downside is that the scooter doesn't come with a Bluetooth App. However, you don't need to break the bank to own the scooter, as it is quite affordable.

Razor E200

If you are looking for an electric scooter designed for kids, then the

Razor E200

is the one for you. It features a lead-acid battery and is 154 pounds, which makes it easy to carry around. The rear wheel has chains to propel it which makes it a bit noisy when riding. Also, the scooter is slower, especially when climbing a hill.

The Razor E200 has a drum rear brake and doesn't fold like the other models. Since its top speed is much lower, you can easily stop the scooter even when riding faster. Its twist-style throttle means you don't have to push it off to start. It doesn't have a bell but has a wide platform for you to easily rest your feet on each side. This also means that the scooter can stand on its own.

While electric scooters provide great convenience, especially for short distances that are impractical to drive, there are no specific rules governing them yet. As scooters grow in popularity, so do safety concerns. Accidents can still occur even with scooters, so it is important to have insurance coverage.

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Lisa Steuer McArdle · Expert Insurance Writer

Lisa Steuer McArdle is an insurance writer with over 15 years of experience writing and editing content in a variety of industries, including insurance and personal finance. Lisa specializes in taking deep dives into make and model-specific content that helps car owners and buyers make solid money-saving choices. Lisa has written over 350 articles for Jerry on topics including electric vehicles to classic cars. Before joining Jerry, Lisa worked in various aspects of the printing industry as a content writer, developer, and editor and earned her bachelor’s degree in creative writing from Lycoming College.

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