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Best Electric Scooters of 2026 Blog
Buying guide9 min read · May 6, 2026

Best Electric Scooters 2026

Compare the best electric scooters of 2026 by budget, commuter, and performance, with real-world data on speed, range, and value.

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Best Budget Electric Scooters

Discover the best budget electric scooters of 2026 under $600 USD (~999 AUD), compared by performance, range, and rea...

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Model
Price
Range
Top speed
Certifications
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Apollo Explore
$1,299.00
60 km
40 km/h* (on private property)
UL2271 +2272
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Apollo Go
$1,299.00
58 km
45 kmh* (on private property)
UL2271 +2272
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Segway Max G2
$1,299
40 km
35 km/h
Inmotion Climber
$999
25 km
38 km/h

Apollo Explore

$1,299.00

60 km40 km/h* (on private property)UL2271 +2272Shop

Apollo Go

$1,299.00

58 km45 kmh* (on private property)UL2271 +2272Shop

Segway Max G2

$1,299

40 km35 km/h

Inmotion Climber

$999

25 km38 km/h

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