How long does an electric scooter charge last [detailed list with every model + how to improve it]

Last Updated on October 6, 2022 by Matt

When we ask “how long does an electric scooter charge last”, we’re talking about the time that a battery charge will last from the moment it is fully charged to the moment that it is fully discharged, while the scooter is being ridden.

batteries next to an hourglass showing a lot of time has passed

Let’s see which scooters have the longest-lasting charges.

Electric scooters with longest-lasting battery charges

The following table shows scooters, with how long their battery charges last. The data is ordered by starting from the scooter with the longest time on a single charge.

Electric scooterTime, hours (max speed)Time, hours (estimated, regular ride)
Emove Cruiser~ 2.5~ 6.25
Joyor LR8 2.3 5.75
Joyor Y10~ 2.29~ 5.73
EcoReco M5~ 1.94~ 4.85
Xiaomi M365 Pro 1.82 4.55
Joyor F5+~ 1.65~ 4.13
EcoReco S5~ 1.61~ 4.03
Speedway Leger 1.5 3.75
Speedway Mini 4 Pro 1.5 3.75
Inokim Quick 3 Super Limited~ 1.43~ 3.58
Ninebot Max~ 1.4~ 3.5
Inokim Quick 3 Hero~ 1.33~ 3.33
Ninebot ES 3~ 1.33~ 3.33
Scrooser~ 1.28~ 3.2
Inokim Quick 3 Super +~ 1.27~ 3.18
FFR Horizon  1.25 3.13
EcoReco l5~ 1.21~ 3.03
Techlife X2~ 1.2~ 3
Joyor F3~ 1.19~ 2.98
Techlife L5~ 1.19~ 2.98
Techlife L5T~ 1.19~ 2.98
Xiaomi M365 1.17 2.93
Emove Touring~ 1.14~ 2.85
EVOLV Tour~ 1.14~ 2.85
Joyor F5S+~ 1.14~ 2.85
Joyor X5S~ 1.14~ 2.85
Joyor Y5S~ 1.14~ 2.85
Kaabo Skywalker 8H 13 Ah~ 1.14~ 2.85
Zero 8~ 1.14~ 2.85
Turbowheel Swift~ 1.13~ 2.83
Ninebot ES 4~ 1.11~ 2.78
Techlife X5~ 1.08~ 2.7
Unagi Model One~ 1.08~ 2.7
Imax T3 1.03 2.58
NanRobot D3~ 0.99~ 2.48
Imax Q3 0.96 2.4
Unagi E450~ 0.96~ 2.4
EVOLV City~ 0.95~ 2.38
Glion Dolly 0.95 2.38
Inokim Light~ 0.95~ 2.38
Inokim Light 2~ 0.95~ 2.38
Inokim Light 2 Limited~ 0.95~ 2.38
Inokim Mini 2~ 0.95~ 2.38
Kaabo Skywalker 8H 10 Ah~ 0.95~ 2.38
Levy Plus~ 0.95~ 2.38
Zero 9~ 0.95~ 2.38
Turbowheel Dart~ 0.94~ 2.35
Dualtron Thunder~ 0.93~ 2.33
FFR City Rider 0.9 2.25
Inokim OX 21Ah~ 0.9~ 2.25
Imax S1~ 0.88~ 2.2
Tarsa T10 X~ 0.88~ 2.2
Tarsa T9~ 0.88~ 2.2
SEEV-800~ 0.84~ 2.1
Viro Rides 0.84 2.1
Kaabo Wolf Warrior~ 0.82~ 2.05
Dualtron Spider 0.8 2
Joyor X1~ 0.8~ 2
Kaabo Air 0.8 2
Kugoo ES2 0.8 2
Swagtron Swagger 3~ 0.77~ 1.93
Swagtron Swagger 5 Elite~ 0.77~ 1.93
GoTrax XR Ultra~ 0.75~ 1.88
Kaabo Skywalker 8S~ 0.72~ 1.8
Kaabo Skywalker 10S+ 0.7 1.75
Zero 11X~ 0.7~ 1.75
Hiboy Max~ 0.69~ 1.73
Hiboy S2~ 0.69~ 1.73
Macwheel MX3~ 0.69~ 1.73
Techlife X6~ 0.69~ 1.73
Techlife X9~ 0.68~ 1.7
E-TWOW S2~ 0.67~ 1.68
GoTrax GXL Commuter~ 0.67~ 1.68
GoTrax XR~ 0.67~ 1.68
NanRobot X4~ 0.67~ 1.68
Ninebot ES 1~ 0.67~ 1.68
Ninebot ES 2~ 0.67~ 1.68
SoFlow Air Carbon 0.67 1.68
UScooters Booster V~ 0.67~ 1.68
E-TWOW GT~ 0.66~ 1.65
UScooters Booster GT~ 0.65~ 1.63
Joyor A1~ 0.64~ 1.6
X-Treme City Rider~ 0.64~ 1.6
NanRobot D5+~ 0.62~ 1.55
Dualped Cruiser 0.6 1.5
SoFlow Air Aluminum 0.6 1.5
Levy~ 0.59~ 1.48
NanRobot RS11~ 0.59~ 1.48
Swagtron Swagger 7~ 0.59~ 1.48
Turboant X7~ 0.59~ 1.48
EVOLV Pro~ 0.58~ 1.45
NanRobot V8~ 0.57~ 1.43
Zero 8X~ 0.57~ 1.43
Inokim OX 13Ah~ 0.56~ 1.4
NanRobot D4+~ 0.56~ 1.4
Swagtron Cali Drift~ 0.56~ 1.4
Zero 10~ 0.56~ 1.4
Inokim OXO~ 0.55~ 1.38
NanRobot RS4~ 0.55~ 1.38
NanRobot RS6~ 0.55~ 1.38
NanRobot RS7~ 0.55~ 1.38
Phaewo~ 0.55~ 1.38
NanRobot LS7~ 0.54~ 1.35
Swagtron Swagger 2~ 0.54~ 1.35
Dualped Speed Demon~ 0.53~ 1.33
Kaabo Mantis~ 0.49~ 1.23
Dualtron 2 0.47 1.18
JD Bug~ 0.47~ 1.18
WePed GT~ 0.47~ 1.18
Kugoo M2 Master~ 0.46~ 1.15
Razor EPrime 0.46 1.15
UScooters Booster Plus S+~ 0.46~ 1.15
Dualtron 3~ 0.44~ 1.1
Dualtron Raptor 0.42 1.05
Dualtron X~ 0.41~ 1.03
FLJ i11~ 0.4~ 1
Swagtron Swagger 8~ 0.4~ 1
Joyor H1 0.38 0.95
Swagtron Swagger 5~ 0.38~ 0.95
Turbowheel Hornet~ 0.38~ 0.95
Zero 10X~ 0.38~ 0.95
Dualtron Compact 0.37 0.93
Kugoo G-Booster~ 0.37~ 0.93
UScooters Eco~ 0.37~ 0.93
Dualped Scorpion+~ 0.36~ 0.9
Dualtron Ultra 2~ 0.36~ 0.9
Dualped Scorpion~ 0.34~ 0.85
Rion2 RE80~ 0.26~ 0.65
Turbowheel Lightning~ 0.24~ 0.6
Swagtron Metro SK3~ 0.16~ 0.4

This is very imprecise data, and should only be used for illustrative purposes. Very few brands announce this information, so for the majority of the scooters, it was calculated according to the formula explained below. The calculated values have the “~” sign before them.

Anyway, this table still paints a picture of which scooters have the longest-lasting charge times. Let’s go over some of them.

Emove Cruiser

front diagonal view of an orange EMove Cruiser with black and red details leaning on its stand in an urban environment
The EMove Cruiser

The electric scooter with the longest battery life is the EMove Cruiser. A truly brilliant, high-end, high-quality scooter. It is no surprise that this scooter has about 100 kilometers of range on a single charge, and yet it costs only $1499 (other scooters with that kind of range cost well above $2000!).

The EMove Cruiser is a true range machine, but its maximum speed is also formidable at 45 km/h.

Amazing value for money, if your budget is in the middle price range, the EMove Cruiser is a great choice. If you want to learn more about this great scooter, check the EMove Cruiser review.

Where to buy the EMove Cruiser from?

Worldwide
The best (and probably only) place to get the EMove Cruiser from is the official Voromotors store (make sure to enter the code “escooternerds” without quotes for a $50 discount). As one of the most trusted brands in the industry, they do a great job and ship very fast. Shipping is free within the continental US and it will take between 2 and 4 days. For other countries the usual expenses are added to the original price, and the waiting times will be between 3 days and 2 weeks. In the UK, Canada, and most EU countries, you get free shipping on orders above $3000 as well, so if you need two EMove Cruisers, you can add a few cheap accessories to the order as well, and you will get free shipping.

Emove Cruiser Specifications

Imperial Metric

Top speed52.9 kmh
Top speed33 mph
Range100 km
Range62 mi
Motorssingle hub BLDC
Power600 W real, 1600 W peak
Climb angle9 °
Battery1560 Wh, 52 V
Battery typeLG
Charging time12 h
Ingress protection (IP)IPX6
Weight23.5 kg
Weight52 lbs
Weight limit160 kg
Weight limit350 lbs
Tire size10 in
Tire typepneumatic tubeless car-grade
Tire pressure45 psi
Foldableyes
Foldable handlebarsyes
Seatoptional
Trunk or basketno (customization possible)
Build materialaluminum alloy
Terrainsurban
Brakesfront + rear semi-hydraulic disc brakes, 140 mm
Shock absorbersfront dual-form spring-loaded suspension, and dual rear air suspension, adjustable
Lightsfront + rear + turn + deck
ControlLCD, voltmeter
Cruise controlyes
Keysyes
Alarmyes
Appno
Warranty12 months
Return period30 days
Folded dimensions (L * W * H)124.46 cm * 25.4 cm * 35.56 cm
Folded dimensions (L * W * H)49 in * 10 in * 14 in
Unfolded dimensions (L * W * H)121.92 cm * 58.42 cm * 118.11 cm
Unfolded dimensions (L * W * H)48 in * 23 in * 46 in
Ground clearance20 cm
Ground clearance8 in
Deck to handlebar height98 cm (est)
Deck to handlebar height39 in (est)
Adjustable handlebaryes
NotesLG battery ISO certified; foldable handlebars; 3 colors: black, white, orange; tested range; 2-4 bus days shipping; horn; $250 – $350 for shipping

Joyor LR8

side view of a black Joyor LR8 with orange details leaning on its stand
The Joyor LR8

Joyor is a brand that seems to be on the rise. Creating very performant scooters in the budget to the mid-price range, they offer a big selection of models. In fact, you can see a lot of them on this list, many near the top. That should give you an idea about what kind of brand Joyor is.

The Joyor LR8 has a spectacular range of 73 kilometers on a single charge! Priced at $799, it may as well be the longest-range scooter for under $800.

Since the range is usually tightly related to battery life, we can confirm that this scooter has a long battery life indeed.

EcoReco M5

One of the things that the EcoReco brand does best is batteries. Their focus is clean, green energy, and you can trust that their scooters will have high-quality, high-performing batteries that will last a lot.

The EcoReco M5 model should take you on a two-hour-long ride even if you ride it with its maximum speed. It is not a crazy powerful scooter, but it has a decent range of 32 kilometers, and you can expect your battery to last you quite a while before you need to replace it.

Xiaomi M365 Pro

Xiaomi M365 Pro standing on a stand in a living room
The Xiaomi M365 Pro

Riding the Xiaomi M365 Pro regularly for 4 and a half hours is very possible. In fact, this number is probably bigger, since riding at full speed is possible for about 3 hours, even though our data here suggests almost 2.

The Xiaomi M365 Pro is likely the most popular electric scooter in the world right now. Its predecessor, the Xiaomi M365, although also a great scooter, had a few issues, mainly shorter battery life and less range. Xiaomi almost doubled the battery life in the Pro model.

There is a reason why the Xiaomi M365 Pro is one of the most popular scooters ever. It is a budget scooter, costing only around $550, and it still has 45 kilometers of range. That’s just part of the story, the model has proven itself out there, on the field, tested both by owners and ride-sharing users.

It is almost impossible to go wrong with the Xiaomi M365 Pro. If you are on a budget, make it your choice and you will not look back. See the Xiaomi M365 Pro review if you want to find out more about one of the most successful scooters ever.

Where to buy the Xiaomi M365 Pro from?

USA
The latest version of the Xiaomi M365 Pro, which is the Xiaomi Mi Electric Scooter Pro 4, can be bought through Amazon.

UK, EU
In UK, and some European countries, the scooter will be available on Amazon UK.

Canada
Seems like the only place where the Xiaomi M365 Pro is easily available in Canada is from TekTrendy. The scooter will arrive very fast (possibly within 24 hours), and there will be no additional shipping or other costs.

Xiaomi M365 Pro Specifications

Imperial Metric

Top speed25 kmh
Top speed15.5 mph
Range45 km
Range28 mi
Motorsbrushless low-speed current Hall electric motor
Power300 W real, 600 W peak
Climb angle12 °
Battery474 Wh, 36 V
Battery type3 element, smart BMS
Charging time8.5 h
Ingress protection (IP)IP54
Weight14 kg
Weight30.8 lbs
Weight limit100 kg
Weight limit220 lbs
Tire size8.5 in
Tire typepneumatic road
Tire pressure45-50 psi
Foldableyes
Foldable handlebarsno
Seatno (customization possible)
Trunk or basketno (customization possible)
Build materialaerospace-grade aluminum
Terrainscement, asphalt, flat soil pavements, bumps or steps less than 1cm high, less than 3cm wide
Brakesrear 120 mm ventilated disc + front E-ABS regenerative anti-lock
ABSyes
Shock absorbersno (customization available)
Lightsultra-bright headlight + brake light
ControlLCD display
Speed modes3
Cruise controlyes
Keysno
Alarmno
AppiOS, Android
Warranty12 – 24 months
Rider age16-50
Folded dimensions (L * W * H)113 cm * 43 cm * 49 cm
Folded dimensions (L * W * H)44 in * 17 in * 19 in
Unfolded dimensions (L * W * H)113 cm * 43 cm * 118 cm
Unfolded dimensions (L * W * H)44 in * 17 in * 46 in
Deck dimensions (L * W)45 cm * 15 cm
Deck dimensions (L * W)18 in * 6 in
Ground clearance8.7 cm
Ground clearance3 in
Deck to handlebar height98 cm
Deck to handlebar height39 in
Rider height120 – 200 cm
Rider height47 – 79 in
Adjustable handlebarno
Noteshack available, increases top speed and power

Speedway Leger

front diagonal view of a black Speedway Leger leaning on its stand with its headlight turned on in front of the Eiffel Tower
The Speedway Leger

Speedway scooters are produced by Minimotors USA, the same company that produces Dualtron, which are possibly the most powerful electric scooters today.

The Dualtrons are crazy powerful, very expensive scooters. The Speedway series is a more accessible, more regular set of electric scooters. Minimotors USA still applies the hard-earned lessons from building powerful expensive scooters, but they try to keep the price more affordable.

The Speedway Leger costs around $1050, and for that price, you get a very good balance between range and maximum speed. Easily one of the best scooters around the $1000 mark, the Speedway Leger is a great choice for anyone looking for a reliable scooter from a trusted brand.

Where to buy the Speedway Leger from?

Worldwide
The best place to buy the Speedway Leger from is from Minimotors USA. They will ship for no additional cost in the US, and a flat fee of just $20 for other countries, not including taxes.

Speedway Leger Specifications

Imperial Metric

Top speed45 kmh
Top speed28 mph
Range55 km
Range34 mi
Motorssingle hub BLDC Continuous 1360WΜΑΧ
Power500 W real, 1360 W peak
Climb angle15 °
Battery748 Wh, 48 V
Battery typeLG 18650
Charging time8 h
Weight18.6 kg
Weight41 lbs
Weight limit120 kg
Weight limit265 lbs
Tire size8.5 in
Tire typepneumatic tubed
Tire pressure50 psi
Foldableyes
Foldable handlebarsyes
Seatno (customization possible)
Trunk or basketno (customization possible)
Build materialaluminum alloy 6061
Terrainsurban
Brakesregenerative electric rear drum brake
ABSyes
Shock absorbersfront spring + rear hydraulic
Lightsdual front LED + brake + side
ControlEY3 LCD
Speed modes3
Cruise controlyes
Keysthumb print scanner
Warranty6 months
Folded dimensions (L * W * H)104 cm * 21 cm * 38 cm
Folded dimensions (L * W * H)41 in * 8 in * 15 in
Unfolded dimensions (L * W * H)110 cm * 53 cm * 110 cm
Unfolded dimensions (L * W * H)43 in * 21 in * 43 in
Deck to handlebar height90 cm (est)
Deck to handlebar height35 in (est)
Adjustable handlebaryes
Notestop notch suspension, signature raised rear deck

How to calculate how long will an electric scooter battery charge last?

You can calculate how much time will your battery last on a single charge rather simply. It will not be 100% accurate all the time, but it will be a great estimate, and it will be the best you can do with the information available.

The result will let you know how much time can you ride the scooter with the motor working close to its maximum power.

The information we need to find this out is the charge capacity of the battery in Ampere-hours (Ah) and the current with which the motor works expressed in Amperes.

The formula is very simple – you just divide the charge capacity of the battery with the motor current:

Battery life on one charge (h) = Battery charge capacity (Ah) / Motor current (A)

Formula for calculating battery life per one charge

The trouble here is often finding out the motor current.

Not a lot of manufacturers list this information for some reason.

They usually list the motor power (expressed in Watts, or W), which can be used to find out the motor current. To do that, however, we still need to motor voltage (expressed in V for Volts). By dividing the power with the voltage, we get the current.

Current (A) = Power (W) / Voltage (V).

Still, this information is also not always easily available. Many manufacturers list motor voltage, but most do not. In that case, the best we can do is take the battery’s output voltage and subtract a few volts, hoping to get close to the motor’s voltage.

This is already very imprecise, and it will be more of an educated guess than a true measurement. Still, it will be better than nothing.

How to make my electric scooter charge last longer?

There are a few useful tips to keep in mind if you wish your battery charge to last you longer.

If you ride in “power-saving” mode, you make sure you keep the battery charged for as long as possible. This is also called “eco” or “smart” mode. It’s always the first and most economic mode on your electric scooter.

If not riding at night, turn off your scooter’s lights. Always keep this in mind, if you forget your lights on when you don’t need them, they can drain the charge faster than you could believe.

This goes for other electronics like indicators, bluetooth, anything that uses the battery and you don’t need at the moment.

Reducing the load of your scooter will also make sure you get the longest charge possible. The more weight the scooter has to pull, the more power it will use to cover the same distance.

These are somewhat basic tips, but they add up to a lot.

How long does a battery charge last vs range

Electric scooter range is essentially the same as how long does a battery charge lasts. In fact, range is a more useful measurement, as it gives you more than an almost arbitrary time value which is very imprecise – it actually provides you the distances you will be able to cross on a single battery charge.

Both range and how long does a battery charge lasts depend on many different factors, including speed and speed mode. They will be closely related, but still, range is a much more useful predictor.

Electric scooters for adults will have ranges from 10 kilometers, all the way up to 150 kilometers. Averaged across all models, we get a number of around 46 kilometers, though the real average for the majority of popular and affordable scooters will be somewhere closer to 36 kilometers.

Check out the full guide on the electric scooters with the best range to get an even better picture of which scooters will be able to give you the longest rides, or the electric scooter range calculator for a precise way to determine the real range of your scooter.


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My name is Matt Trajkovski. I love electric scooters, and electric vehicles in general. I like doing a lot of testing, reviewing, and research on various electric scooter models and brands, 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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