Tom's Guide
Reviews by this expert
Segway's new scooters are alarmingly fast -
Segway-Ninebot unveils its 2022 lineup of stand-up electric scooters with increased speed and range. The new models including the GT and P-series offer impressive speed, safety, and comfort features. The most premium GT scooters can reach top speeds of 43.5 mph while the P series offers great commute options with speeds up to 26.7 mph.
Ride Quality
4.2
Build Quality
4.0
Design
3.8
Value
3.5
Total
3.9
Razor E100 electric scooter review - Mike Prospero
The E100 sports a twist-grip throttle and enough oomph to let them scoot around at speeds up to 10 miles per hour for about 40 minutes.
Ride Quality
4.0
Build Quality
4.0
Design
5.0
Value
5.0
Total
4.5
Glion Dolly Electric Scooter Review: A Commuter's Dream - Mike Prospero
“The Glion Dolly electric scooter is sturdy, has a good range and speed, and folds up quickly and easily.”
Ride Quality
4.0
Build Quality
4.0
Design
4.0
Value
4.0
Total
4.0
Urban Arrow Family E-Cargo Bike review -
The Urban Arrow Family Cargo is a premium e-cargo bike designed for transporting kids and small goods. The bike provides comfort, safety, and easy handling, powered by a quick-engaging Bosch Cargo Line motor. The bike's design prioritizes safety and functionality over cargo space. However, its high-quality build, stable ride, impressive design, and the balance of value make it highly competitive among e-cargo bikes.
Ride Quality
4.5
Build Quality
4.8
Design
4.5
Value
4.3
Total
4.5
Urtopia Carbon 1S review: The most high-tech ebike around -
The Urtopia Carbon 1S is a high-tech, lightweight electric bike with advanced features like fingerprint unlocking, voice control, and GPS tracking, but at a premium price.
Ride Quality
4.7
Build Quality
4.5
Design
4.4
Value
3.8
Total
4.3
Ride1Up Roadster V2 review -
Review of the Ride1Up Roadster V2 electric bike portrays it as an affordable, efficient and fun bike perfect for daily commutes on flat or rolling terrain. Although it lacks features like a removable battery and a big LCD unit, it offers a sleek design, and a smooth and zippy ride.
Ride Quality
4.5
Build Quality
4.5
Design
4.7
Value
4.8
Total
4.6
Trek Fetch+4 hands-on: What it's like to ride ... - Tom's Guide -
The Trek Fetch+4 shows strong potential as Trek's first cargo ebike, being able to handle large amounts of cargo and proving easy to pedal. However, it lacks a sense of design appeal compared to rivals and falls short by not having a throttle. Offered in two models that vary in price, customizable options are available but not as extensive as other brands.
Ride Quality
3.8
Build Quality
4.0
Design
3.5
Value
3.9
Total
3.8
Gazelle Ultimate C380 HMB review: A graceful electric bike -
The Gazelle Ultimate C380 is praised as an upscale, thoughtfully designed ebike that provides excellent ride quality and a nearly maintenance-free package. Despite its high price, the bike impresses with its comfort, fun factor, and sophisticated feature set, including its seamless Enviolo shifter and frictionless electric power.
Ride Quality
4.8
Build Quality
4.9
Design
4.7
Value
4.1
Total
4.6
Best electric scooters for kids: A buying guide for parents -
The review presents various electric scooters for kids, with standout models being the Razor E100, Segway Ninebot Kickscooter Zing, Gotrax GKS Electric Scooter, Razor Power Core E90, Razor E300, GoTrax GKS Plus, Droyd Blipper, Razor Pocket Mod Miniature Euro, and Razor Sonic Glow. Their features vary by model, from lighting effects to unique handling or security features, aimed at pleasing different age ranges and price points.
Ride Quality
4.5
Build Quality
4.5
Design
4.3
Value
4.4
Total
4.4
Wing Freedom 2 electric bike review -
The Wing Freedom 2 is an affordable electric bike that offers a comfortable and stylish ride without compromising on quality. Despite a few minor flaws like a basic display and a slow response from the pedal assist and throttle, it remains a worthy budget electric bike that delivers reliable performance, great design, and high value.
Ride Quality
4.0
Build Quality
4.5
Design
4.6
Value
4.8
Total
4.5
Biktrix Stunner X Ebike review: Big and brawny for back ... -
The review mentions that the Biktrix Stunner X stands out among other e-bikes for being able to handle all weather conditions and providing comfort and control for the rider. Despite being more expensive than some models, its powerful performance and high-quality parts justify the price, offering good value.
Ride Quality
4.7
Build Quality
4.5
Design
4.2
Value
4.3
Total
4.4
Biktrix Stunner X Ebike review: Big and brawny for back ... -
The Biktrix Stunner X ebike offers a solid ride with good hill-climbing power, quality components and can handle all weather conditions making it an all-season bike for rough terrains. It is a high-value purchase with a price tag that reflects its high build quality, performance and design.
Ride Quality
4.5
Build Quality
4.7
Design
4.4
Value
4.2
Total
4.5
Levy Electric Scooter review -
The Levy Electric Scooter is priced at $499 and boasts a smooth ride and powerful motor while also having a functional design that's appealing and easy to handle. Despite its non-adjustable headlight and vague power readings, its replaceable battery is a handy feature. Average battery performance might limit uphill rides.
Ride Quality
4.5
Build Quality
4.8
Design
4.4
Value
4.2
Total
4.5
Biktrix Stunner X Ebike review: Big and brawny for back ... -
The review highlights the Biktrix Stunner X ebike as an all-weather, durable powerhouse that provides a solid ride in tough conditions. The review highlights the bike's strong build quality, decent off-road ride quality, and design for both urban and mountain terrains. The bike is noted as providing good value due to its high-quality components, responsiveness and power.
Ride Quality
4.3
Build Quality
4.8
Design
4.5
Value
4.4
Total
4.5
The best electric bikes of 2023 -
The review provides an overview of different electric bikes suitable for a variety of needs from commuting to heavy load carrying, highlighting affordable and high-end options along with their features and performance. The reviewer also briefly explains the price range, regulations, and their testing methods for electric bikes.
Ride Quality
4.7
Build Quality
4.5
Design
4.4
Value
4.2
Total
4.5
Swagtron Swagger 5 Boost electric scooter review: A solid starter scooter - Kelly Woo
“The Boost’s honeycomb tires made for a slightly more rattling ride than electric scooters with pneumatic tires, but it was more tolerable.”
Ride Quality
4.3
Build Quality
4.0
Design
4.3
Value
4.3
Total
4.2
Segway eMoped C80 review - Mike Prospero
The C80 is a modern take on the classic Vespa.
Ride Quality
3.8
Build Quality
3.8
Design
4.0
Value
3.8
Total
3.8
Unagi Model One electric scooter review - Mike Prospero
“The Unagi Model One is one of the sleekest scooters I've ridden. The front steering tube tapers elegantly from the bottom to the handlebars and goes from a circle to a triangular shape.”
Ride Quality
4.0
Build Quality
4.0
Design
5.0
Value
5.0
Total
4.5
Jackrabbit e-bike review - Dan Cavallari
Where are the pedals? The Jackrabbit e-bike is conspicuously lacking a key feature of just about every bike out there. In place of pedals, the Jackrabbit e-bike features foot-pegs where you can rest your feet.
Ride Quality
4.7
Build Quality
4.8
Design
4.5
Value
4.7
Total
4.7
Juiced Bikes RipRacer Ebike review: Fun, Fun, Fun - John R. Quain
The RipRacer takes a minimalist approach to accessories.
Ride Quality
4.5
Build Quality
4.5
Design
4.3
Value
4.3
Total
4.4
Segway Ninebot eKickscooter Zing E10 review - Rich Woolbridge
“With multiple riding modes, great functionality, and a lightweight foldable design, this scooter is bound to provide years of fun and performance.”
Ride Quality
5.0
Build Quality
5.0
Design
5.0
Value
5.0
Total
5.0
Cowboy 4 electric bike hands-on: This is one smart electric bike - Mike Prospero
Cowboy has packed the innovative technology and convenience of a digital dashboard into this model.
Ride Quality
4.0
Build Quality
5.0
Design
4.5
Value
4.0
Total
4.4
Charge Bikes City review: An ideal commuter E-bike - John R. Quain
"A solid e-bike for commuters, the Charge City is not only perfect for urban riders it may also be the easiest bike to set up straight out of the box."
Ride Quality
5.0
Build Quality
5.0
Design
5.0
Value
4.0
Total
4.8
Ride1Up Core-5 e-bike review - Dan Cavallari
The Core-5 is classified as a Class 3 e-bike. It features a pedal-assist function that assists you up to 28mph, and a throttle function that assists up to 20mph.
Ride Quality
4.0
Build Quality
4.0
Design
5.0
Value
5.0
Total
4.5
Trek FX+ 2 review - Malcolm McMillan
"Ultimately, if the Trek FX+ 2 eBike was cheaper it would be a lot easier to recommend. It was a lot of fun to ride, easy to carry with its 40-pound weight, and has a very clean design."
Ride Quality
4.7
Build Quality
4.8
Design
4.5
Value
4.6
Total
4.7
GoTrax XR Ultra electric scooter review - Mike Prospero
“The GoTrax XR is a capable, low-priced electric scooter."
Ride Quality
4.0
Build Quality
4.0
Design
4.0
Value
4.0
Total
4.0
Segway Ninebot Kickscooter Max review - Mike Prospero
The Segway Ninebot Kickscooter Max doesn't look like something out of a sci-fi movie, but what it lacks in style, it makes up for in performance. It's one of the best electric scooters for those who want a long and comfortable ride.
Ride Quality
4.0
Build Quality
4.0
Design
3.8
Value
4.1
Total
4.0
Apollo Explore electric scooter review - Mike Prospero
“The Apollo Explore electric scooter is seriously fast, and seriously fun.”
Ride Quality
4.8
Build Quality
4.8
Design
4.7
Value
4.9
Total
4.8
Aventon Aventure ebike review - John R. Quain
By including some thoughtful design touches and extra tech, like the more advanced controller and associated smartphone app, the Aventon Aventure manages to distinguish itself in what has become a very crowded category of fat-tire ebikes.
Ride Quality
5.0
Build Quality
4.5
Design
4.5
Value
5.0
Total
4.8
GoTrax GKX electric scooter - Rich Woodbridge
“The GoTrax GKS is a dependable, beginner-level electric scooter. Intuitive foot controls, small size, and a top speed of 7.5 MPH make it ideal for a young rider.”
Ride Quality
4.0
Build Quality
4.0
Design
3.0
Value
4.5
Total
3.9
Gazelle Arroyo C8 HMB Elite review - Dan Cavallari
The Arroyo C8 HMB Elite features a good build, a comfortable balanced ride.
Ride Quality
4.2
Build Quality
4.3
Design
4.5
Value
4.5
Total
4.4
I Test-Drove Electra Meccanica's Wonderfully Weird Three-Wheeled Solo - John R. Quain
The all-electric Solo three-wheeler deserves praise for innovation and offering commuters a fun way to mitigate the daily grind of getting to work.
Ride Quality
3.0
Build Quality
4.0
Design
3.0
Value
4.0
Total
3.5
Rad Power RadCity 5 Plus review - Mike Prospero
It's one of the best values for those who want a dependable, solid ride. It’s supremely comfortable, gives you a good view of traffic, and its design makes it easy to add accessories.
Ride Quality
4.5
Build Quality
4.8
Design
4.5
Value
5.0
Total
4.7
Specialized Turbo Como SL 4.0 Ebike review -
The Specialized Turbo Como SL 4.0 is a well-balanced, easily handled commuter ebike, noted for its sophisticated design and simplicity. Despite some minor design flaws and the lack of an LCD display, the bike's excellent handling, seamless power, and great design make it stand out among the higher-end commuter ebikes. Its competitive price of $3,250 is justified for its high performance.
Ride Quality
4.6
Build Quality
4.4
Design
4.3
Value
4.0
Total
4.3
Brompton Electric C Line Explore review - Dan Cavallari
Like its predecessor, the Brompton C Line Electric folding bike is a great solution for short commutes in the city, especially for apartment dwellers or office workers stowing the bike during the day.
Ride Quality
5.0
Build Quality
4.0
Design
5.0
Value
4.0
Total
4.5
Aventon Soltera.2 review -
The Aventon Soltera.2 electric bike is a simple yet fun and inexpensive commuter bike, though performance on hilly terrains may fall a little short due to a slightly underpowered motor. It is solidly built with an easy and nimble ride, and has a commendable battery life that is in line with its advertised range. The Soltera.2 offers good value and is recommended for riders seeking a budget-friendly and straightforward city commuting option.
Ride Quality
3.8
Build Quality
4.3
Design
4.1
Value
4.5
Total
4.2
Priority E-Coast review -
The Priority E-Coast is an e-bike that is designed specifically for coastal cruising, with features like rust-resistant parts and large tires that can handle sandy terrain. Despite experiencing some handling issues on uneven surfaces, the bike is found to be reliable and sturdy, with an overall rating of around 40 miles with varied gear use.
Ride Quality
3.8
Build Quality
4.5
Design
4.6
Value
4.0
Total
4.2
TurboAnt M10 review - Mike Prospero
"Even for low-cost electric scooters, the M10 has a very basic design. The entire scooter is black, except for the red wires which go from the downtube into the base."
Ride Quality
4.0
Build Quality
4.0
Design
3.0
Value
5.0
Total
4.0
Segway Ninebot Kickscooter Max review - Mike Prospero
“The Kickscooter Max gets you around just as fast and just as smoothly, over longer distances.”
Ride Quality
4.5
Build Quality
4.0
Design
4.5
Value
4.0
Total
4.3
Flyer L885 e-bike review - Dan Cavallari
The Flyer L885 is a capable, surprisingly lithe bike that allows car replacement trips at an affordable price.
Ride Quality
4.0
Build Quality
4.0
Design
5.0
Value
5.0
Total
4.5
Glion Balto electric scooter review - Mike Prospero
“Yes, it does cost a few hundred dollars more, but if you’re looking for the best electric scooter with a seat and basket, the Balto is the one you want.”
Ride Quality
4.0
Build Quality
4.0
Design
4.0
Value
4.0
Total
4.0
Wing Freedom 2 electric bike review -
The Wing Freedom 2 electric bike is a great example of value in electric bikes, holding up in quality while its price drops. It offers a comfortable ride with a nice design, but the pedal assist is a bit slow to respond and the display is basic. Still, it's one of the best budget electric bikes.
Ride Quality
4.5
Build Quality
4.0
Design
4.5
Value
5.0
Total
4.5
Razor Icon electric scooter review: A classic, reinvented -
The Razor Icon electric scooter offers a solid value for its price range, combining good performance, speed, and range with a nostalgic design that pays tribute to Razor’s original scooter. Despite minor issues, the scooter also stands out for its easy handling and transport and striking aesthetics.
Ride Quality
4.0
Build Quality
4.6
Design
4.8
Value
4.2
Total
4.4
Aventon Soltera e-bike review -
The Aventon Soltera e-bike is a comfortable and affordable option that offers good mileage and easy controls but might feel underpowered on hills. All things considered, it's an excellent choice for budget-conscious commuters and beginner e-bike riders.
Ride Quality
4.5
Build Quality
4.8
Design
4.5
Value
4.8
Total
4.7
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