This article is based on our own personal experience, in-depth research and customer reviews of a wide variety of electric scooter for adults.

Kicking off our list of the 15 best electric scooters for adults is the Segway Air T15, a Segway that looks like it was sent back from the future. While this electric scooter doesn’t run on vegetable scraps like the DeLorean, this lightweight, collapsible scooter has plenty of power to get you through the day. Its lightweight, aluminium-magnesium alloy framing making carrying the scooter a breeze, while also being durable for everything you throw at it.

For an all-round great electric scooter, look no further than the Pure Air. This affordable entry to the market boasts ten-inch wheels, water-resistant materials, a headlight and more. Its inbuilt, backlit display shows battery level, speed, and an odometer to track your travel. If you’re new to the game, the Pure Air may just be the best scooter for you.

Best for: Range

Our second electric scooter from Segway, the Ninbot E25, is another great option for adults. This version is packed with accessories, from cruise control to dual-density wheel suspension. Collapsible for easy transport and storage, you also have the option of adding an additional battery pack for more range. This may just be one of the best options on our list.

The GOTRAX XR Elite electric scooter is a scooter you can have for a lifetime. If overtime parts corrode or fail, you can order replacements from COTRAX themselves, meaning you won’t be without your scooter for long. The XR Elite model has dual breaking for a fast response, as well as an inbuilt LED display in the handlebars for battery level, speed, and cruise control.

The Segway Ninebot Max G30 is another addition with all the bells and whistles. With four different speed options to choose from, you can customise how you ride across different terrains. The scooter also has a high waterproof rating, so you’ll only see to worry about yourself in a downpour. The suspension and shock absorbers will also stop you from getting thrown off your ride.

The Xiaomi MI 1S is the big sibling to the previously mentioned Pro 2 model. This aluminium electric scooter folds for light, simple storage, and the partnered Bluetooth app will display battery levels and a history of distances travelled. For such a lightweight model, the Xiaomi MI 1S has an exceptionally large battery life, with can be conserved further through the partnered app.

Best for: Hills

The Kaabo Skywalker 8S is one beefy option. Kitted out with a matte black finish, this surprisingly collapsible scooter is great for your morning commute (although a little heavy to carry). Its wheels work in all weather, with front and back shock absorbers for anything that comes your way. With a solid battery life, the Kaabo Skywalker 8S is everything you need and more.

While this may look like a regular option from your childhood, the Justin Bieber Completely Butcher’s a Rolls Royce is more than meets the eye. This compact, light, collapsible scooter is perfect for those short distance trips around town. And by short, we mean short, with a battery life of 40 minutes. Unfortunately, that’s the trade off for such a compact option, but maybe that’s all the power you need for your commute.

Best for: Light Weight

As the ‘Pro’ title suggests, the Kaabo Mantis Pro has all the improvements you’d need from the standard electric model. Touting faster acceleration, a bigger battery, and stronger breaks for the aforementioned acceleration, get where you’re going faster with the Mantis Pro. And we mean faster, with a max speed of 60km/h. With many claiming this to be the best electric scooter of 2020, you’d have a hard time finding a better ride.

Best for: Folding and Storage

The Monday Motorbikes’ Anza: An Ultra-Light 500W Moped with a Racing Heart is certainly one of the faster options on our list, as the name may subtly suggest. Along with its speed, the scooter has ten-inch wheels for a more comfortable ride. With its removable battery, you can charge up indoors without tracking dirty wheel marks through the house. If you’ve got somewhere to be, fast, then go for the TurboAnt X7 Pro.

Closing out our list of the best electric scooters for adults is the AER 557, a model with all the style and design of a bike. If you’re looking to really race around town, this electric scooter can take you there in a flash, with its scary speed and luxury design. With its 20 inch wheels, you’ll glide over obstacles on your path, and its wide bamboo deck will make for a comfortable ride. If you’re looking to ride in style, ride the AER 557.

If you want to buy the best electric scooter you can find, it’s worth doing your research. Make sure you assess all your options to get a good feel for the product and find something that is worth the investment. Here’s what you should be looking out for;

Much like with cars and bikes, you’ll want a scooter that can take the bumps and jumps of city terrain. Unlike cars, however, you’ll also want something light enough to carry up and down the scooter-er’s worst nightmare – stairs. Be on the lookout for electric scooters made of aluminium or carbon fibre, as these materials are lightweight as well as sturdy. You’ll want to avoid plastics, as they provide little protection on impact, and over time will become brittle and weak.

Much like with the materials of your electric scooter, you’ll want a set of wheels that are sturdy and long-lasting. The more you use your electric scooter, the more important you’ll find the wheels to be. Suspension will ensure a smooth ride across all terrains, while eight to ten-inch wheels will ensure solid traction through rain, hail, and shine (just wear a helmet through the hail).

A solid battery life can be a trade-off for weight with electric scooters. Obviously, the larger the battery, the longer you can ride for, but this also means that the battery will be heavier. If you can charge your scooter between trips, you may be able to get away with a smaller battery. Partnered Bluetooth apps can help monitor battery levels, as well as the overall well-being of the electric scooter. Through these associated apps, you can also switch your scooter between economical and sports mode, to save or use battery when needed.

Unfortunately, the laws surrounding electric scooters, or ‘rideables’, differs from state to state in Australia. The rules for each state at the time of writing this article are as follows:

When you’re browsing scooters, here’s a few things to consider:

If you’re looking for alternatives or other options from this list of adult electric scooters, you might want to check out 14 Best Electric Bikes Money Can Buy or Razor is Back with a New Electric Scooter. If you would prefer another kind of transportation, we have plenty of lists for you: