Buying guide
Popular electric scooters – the models riders keep choosing
This page gathers a wide selection of in-demand e-scooters from several brands, from light commuters to more powerful machines. The guide explains what tends to make a model well liked and how to pick the right one for the way you actually ride.
In short
- The selection: popular electric scooters across several price ranges and sizes – from compact everyday models to long-range and seated ones.
- What decides it: price against performance, enough range for daily use, manageable weight and access to service and spare parts.
- Rules: most EU countries limit e-scooters to 20–25 km/h on public roads. Check your national rules; more powerful models are intended for private land.
- Terms: free delivery on electric vehicles, 14-day returns and a 2-year warranty, without affecting your statutory rights.
Guide: how to choose among popular electric scooters
A well-liked model is rarely the best at one single thing. More often it is good enough at everything you notice day to day. The full range is under all electric scooters, and the current ranking is on our top list. What sets an electric scooter apart from an e-bike in everyday use is covered in our comparison of electric scooters and e-bikes.
What makes popular electric scooters popular?
The usual explanation is the balance between price and performance. A model with sensible speed, reliable brakes and decent range at a fair price ends up in many baskets. Easy handling matters too: a clear display, a folding mechanism you can trust and tyres that suit the surface. If price comes first, see our affordable electric scooters and the current offers in the sale.
Range and battery – do the maths for your week
The manufacturer's range is measured in favourable conditions. Cold weather, hills, headwind, rider weight and high speed all shorten it. Start from your longest regular return trip and choose a model that covers it with a good margin, so you do not have to charge every day. If you often ride far, go straight to the long-range models. Getting more kilometres out of every charge is covered in our guide on how to increase e-scooter and e-bike range.
Weight, folding and tyres
A light e-scooter is easy to carry up stairs and take on the train, but usually has a smaller battery and simpler suspension. Heavier models are steadier, stronger and more comfortable – yet awkward if you have to lift them daily. Pneumatic tyres absorb bumps best, solid tyres never puncture. Think about where the scooter will be stored and how often you will lift it before deciding.
Service, spare parts and warranty
An electric scooter wears: tyres, inner tubes and brake pads need replacing sooner or later. Widely owned models often have good parts availability, which makes them cheaper to run over time. In our spare parts portal you search by brand and model. Every electric vehicle comes with a 2-year warranty, in addition to your statutory rights – see the warranty page.
Choosing among popular electric scooters by use
- City commuting: prioritise low weight, quick folding, good lights and mudguards.
- Longer distances: a larger battery, suspension and pneumatic tyres make the biggest difference.
- Comfort: an electric scooter with a seat takes the strain off legs and back on longer rides.
- Hills or rough surfaces: more motor power, wider tyres and stronger brakes.
Always check the model's maximum load and compare it with your own weight plus luggage.
Frequently asked questions
Which are the most popular electric scooters in 2026?
It shifts through the year with seasons, new launches and offers. What popular electric scooters share is a good balance of price, range and weight. The current ranking is on our top list, which is updated regularly.
Are popular electric scooters always the right choice for me?
Not automatically. A model that suits most riders can be too heavy if you carry it daily, or too short on range for your commute. Start from distance, surface, your weight and where the scooter will be stored – then choose among the models that cope with it.
Can I ride popular electric scooters on public roads?
That depends on the country. Most EU countries allow e-scooters limited to 20–25 km/h, often with age, helmet or insurance requirements. More powerful models are intended for private land. Check the national rules via Your Europe.
What is included when I order an electric scooter?
Free delivery on electric vehicles, 14-day returns and a 2-year warranty that does not affect your statutory rights. You can pay in instalments. Our customer service is happy to help you compare models.