Emove Cruiser S vs Apollo Explore

Emove Cruiser S vs Apollo Explore	Emove Cruiser S $1195 CHECK PRICE use discount code: escooternerds < > full view unboxing folding controls and speed rear motor riding charging port waterproofing ride experience white color front tire brakes rear tire suspension rear light front light voltmeter dimensions deck side view video review	Apollo Explore $1099 CHECK PRICE use discount code: NE28PN5KFW < > full view folding controller rain folded portability brakes lights motor speed test riding tires rear video review
Pros	superb quality proven track record great range great waterproofing very good portability great for heavy adults low defect rate great value overall	great quality great performance top brand great climbing great range
Cons	flats are possible average acceleration	no IP rating can be pricey at times
Use cases
For beginners	✖	✖
Premium quality	✔	✖
For commuting	✔	✖
Comfort	✔	✖
Speed/power	✖	✖
Climbing hills	✖	✖
Long range	✔	✖
Offroad	✖	✖
Heavy adults	✔	✖
Portability	✔	✖
Waterproof	✔	✖
Big tires	✖	✖
Design	✔	✖
Safety	✔	✖
Seat	✖	✖
Low maintenance	✔	✖
No flats	✖	✖
Removable battery	✖	✖
For children	✖	✖
Scores and ratings
Overall Score	89	75
Quality & Lifespan	97	88
Value for money	95	76
Ride experience	90	85
Speed	53	55
Acceleration	59	58
Climbing	66	66
Range	100	45
Brakes	92	86
Suspension	90	84
Portability	63	54
Maintenance	72	54
Specifications Imperial Metric
Speed	33 mph52.9 kmh	31 mph50 kmh
Range	62 mi100 km	34 mi54.7 km
Climb angle (°)	9	20
Motors	single hub BLDC	dual hub BLDC
Real power (W)	600	1000
Peak power (W)	1600	1400
Battery voltage (V)	52	52
Battery capacity (Wh)	1560	946
Battery type	LG	Dynavolt smart BMS
Charging time (h)	12	9
IP Rating	IPX6
Weight	52 lbs23.5 kg	52 lbs23.6 kg
Weight limit	350 lbs160 kg	300 lbs136 kg
Tire size	10	10
Tire type	pneumatic tubeless car-grade	pneumatic
Tire pressure (PSI)	45
Foldable?	yes	yes
Foldable handlebars?	yes	yes
Adjustable handlebar height?	yes	yes
Seat?	optional
Trunk or basket?	no (customization possible)
Materials	aluminum alloy	forged aluminium
Terrains	urban	streets, bike lanes, sidewalks, trails
Brakes	front + rear semi-hydraulic disc brakes, 140 mm	regenerative braking system and two drum brakes
Brake distance (m)	10 m	5 m
ABS
Shock absorbers	front dual-form spring-loaded suspension, and dual rear air suspension, adjustable	front and rear spring
Lights	front + rear + turn + deck	360 RGB light system
Screen & controls	LCD, voltmeter	MACH 1 Controller
Speed modes		3
Cruise control	yes	yes
Keys	yes
Alarm	yes
App	no	Apollo app
Warranty	12 months	1 year
Returns	30 days
Certificates
Rider age		18-60
Rider height
Deck to handlebar height	38.58 in98 cm
Folded dimensions	48.82 * 10 * 14.02 in124 * 25.4 * 35.6 cm
Unfolded dimensions	48.03 * 22.99 * 46.46 in122 * 58.4 * 118 cm	46.85 * 7.68 * 48.03 in119 * 19.5 * 122 cm
Deck length		20 in50.8 cm
Deck width		9.21 in23.4 cm
Ground clearance	7.87 in20 cm	5.51 in14 cm

Tests Imperial Metric
Speed test (EScooterNerds)	45 kmh 28 mph	50 kmh 31 mph
Speed tests (third party)	44/46/48/43/45 kmh 27/29/30/27/28 mph	50/49 kmh 31/30 mph
Acceleration test (EScooterNerds)	0 to 15 mph / 25 kmh in 3.4 seconds
Acceleration test (Other)	0 to 15 mph / 25 kmh in 3.7/3.9/3.8 seconds
Range test (EScooterNerds)	88.6 km 55 mi	49 km 30 mi
Range tests (Other)	90/89/94 km 56/55/58 mi	55/49 km 34/30 mi
Climb test ° (Other)	18	22
Braking distance test (EScooterNerds)	10 m	5 m
Braking distance test (Other)	10 m	5 m
Charge time test (EScooterNerds)	8.5
Charge time test (Other)	9	9
Weight limit test (EScooterNerds)	91 kg 201 lbs	91 kg 201 lbs
Weight limit tests (Other)	144/100/120 kg 318/220/265 lbs	112/95 kg 247/209 lbs
Waterproofing test (EScooterNerds)	no issues in light and moderate rain	no issues in light rain
Waterproofing test (third party)	no issues in severe water exposure and water streams
Important
Best seller	Voromotors	Apollo
Shipping	US: free, worldwide: customs fees, US, Canada, EU, US: 2-4 days, Canada: 3-6 days, EU: 10-15 days	free, US, 2-6 days
Warranty	12 months	1 year
Returns	30 days
Customer support	excellent	excellent
Buying	CHECK PRICE use code: escooternerds	CHECK PRICE use code: NE28PN5KFW

When to get the EMove Cruiser S?

In most cases, I believe the EMove Cruiser S has enough advantages in speed, range, weight limit, water resistance, and other smaller features, to be the better choice for most people. Definitely consider it if you’re on the heavier side or live in a rainy area.

When to get the Apollo Explore?

The Apollo Explore does have a better motor configuration, but sadly, that doesn’t really translate to meaningful performance advantages.

The only area where the Apollo Explore beats the EMove Cruiser S is climb angle. It’s also a bit cheaper, but not by a lot.

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I am Matt Trajkovski, the owner and main editor of EScooterNerds. I love electric scooters, and electric vehicles in general, and I’ve been involved in the industry for more than 10 years. I enjoy testing, reviewing, and research on various electric scooter models and brands, following our proprietary rigorous editorial and testing process developed here at EScooterNerds, looking for great value and performance, both through data and experience. All of the content published on this blog goes through a rigorous review and editorial process, and our product reviews not only include the hands-on experience of our own team members, but the experience of our audience members as well. My goal is to provide you with the best information about electric scooters possible. You can see all of my posts in my articles archive.

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