Best Cheap Electric Scooters in UK 

The electric scooter boom has exploded in many places around the world where electric scooters are legal. In the UK it is illegal to use electric scooters on public roads, cycle lanes, pavement or bridleway. But things seem to be changing fast and authorities are realizing that electric scooters are a great way to lessen the Coronovirus pandemic. This is really good news for people who are looking for the best cheap electric scooters in UK.

The Financial Times has reported: “Thousands of electric scooters are poised to hit British streets in the coming weeks, after the coronavirus pandemic persuaded local authorities to focus on alternative forms of transport.”

Now is the best opportunity and time to start shopping for an electric scooter. Otherwise the best scooter will go out of stock very fast and you wil be left empty handed.

If you are having trouble deciding what e-scooter to buy then I will help you out by listing some of the best cheap electric scooters in UK. There are really good electric scooter retailers in the UK that offer scooters for the best price.

Best Cheap Electric Scooters in UK

Xiaomi M365 Electric Scooter

The Xiaomi M365 is the world’s most popular electric scooter. It is easy to set up, easy to use, has great quality and best value for money you can get. It is especially useful for city dwellers who constantly need to commute between home and work.

Features of the UK Xiaomi M365

• The top speed of the Xiaomi M365 is 15 mph, which is ideal for city commutes.
• The range is 18.5 miles which is enough for daily commutes.
• The motor has a decent 250 watts and charging time is just 5 hours.
• It has 8.5 inch pneumatic (air-filled) tires that make riding fairly smooth, although the Xiaomi M365 doesn’t have suspension.
• The front KERS and rear disc brakes offer very good stopping power as well.
• The scooter weight is only 27.5 pounds.
• It has a quick and easy folding mechanism.
• The folded dimensions are 43 x 17 x 19 inches and unfolded dimensions are 108 x 43 x 48 inches.

Pros and Cons of the Xiaomi M365

The Xiaomi M365 is a well-known electric scooter so you know exactly what you are getting. It has a clean and minimalist design with all the wires concealed away. It is very easy to use and offers lots of quality for a competitive price.

It comes with a 2 year warranty that covers the full scooter including the battery and electronics, when ordering from Pure Electric – UK’s nr 1 electric scooter dealer.

There are some issues as well with the Xiaomi M365. One of the issues is that the flat tires are very hard to change. Flats do happen with pneumatic tires but with the M365, changing tires has been made very tricky. The best solution for this is simply to order the M365 with puncture prevention fluid from Pure Electric. This greatly reduces the chances of getting a puncture.

Another somewhat negative aspect is the IP-54 water resistance rating. This means the scooter should not be ridden in the rain. The warranty actually does not cover if the scooter has been ridden in the rain or has any water ingress. The problem is that in the UK it obviously rains very often. This can be a bit of a problem.

Pure Air Pro Electric Scooter

The Pure Air Pro is Pure Electrics own electric scooter and  it has been especially designed for UK weather in mind. It holds many advantages over the Xiaomi M365 but it also has some disadvantages. 

• The top speed for the Pure Air Pro is 15.5 mph, which is the same as for the M365.
• The range is 22.4 miles, which is longer than the M365 electric scooter.
• The scooter weight is 37.5 pounds, which is a bit on the heavy side for a scooter in this price range.
• The motor has 350 Watts, which is plenty of power.
• The large 10-inch pneumatic tires making riding smooth.
• The Pure Air Pro also has front electronic anti-lock and rear drum brakes.
• The maximum carrying weight is 120 kg, which is 20 kg more than the Xiaomi M365.
• The folded dimensions are 45.3 x 19.7 x 19.7 inches  and unfolded dimensions are 45.3 x 19.7 x 47.2 inches.
• Most importantly the Pure Air Pro has IP-65 water resistance rating.

The Pros and Cons of the Pure Air Pro electric scooter

There are several pros of the Pure Air Pro when compared to the Xiaomi M365. It has a bit longer range, more power, larger tires and can carry 20 kg-s of more weight. These are all very important aspects but the main feature of the Pure Air Pro is the IP-65 water resistance rating. This crucially important for people wanting to ride the scooter in typical wet British weather. The scooter has been built to be ridden in the rain and the warranty also covers for riding during light rain and riding through puddles on the ground and any water ingress. 

Another positive aspect is the easy maintenance of the Pure Air Pro. The large 10-inch tires feature easily accessible valves, which make it very easy to change tires. This is good news if happen to get a flat tire. Changing tires of the Xiaomi M365 is a real headache. Plus Pure Electric offers manufacturer-supplied spare parts in their store as well.

Now for the cons of the Pure Air Pro. First of all it is quite heavy at 37.5 pounds, which means it is not as portable as the Xiaomi M365 at 27.5 pounds. The extra 10 pounds might not be a huge difference for strong men but for many people it is a huge factor. One common issue that many customers have reported is the locking mechanism for the handle bars that often come loose. The scooter can also be slow uphill for heavier riders and in some conditions the battery does not last as long as expected.

But overall the Pure Air Pro is one of the best cheap electric scooters for UK.