The Best Scooters We’ve Actually Tested (2026)
Our pick: Varla Eagle One (9/10). Varla Eagle One is a serious 40 MPH beast perfect for suburban riders. Powerful and genuinely fun, though controls could be simpler. Typically $1,699 Retail. We bought and tested 5 scooters to pick it.
Below: the full ranking by our honest rating — real prices, what we’d buy, and what we’d skip.
| # | Scooters | Rating | Price | Best for | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Varla Eagle One | 9/10 | $1,699 Retail | Varla Eagle One is a serious 40 MPH beast perfect for suburban riders. Powerful and genuinely fun, though controls could be simpler. | Check price → |
| 2 | Pegasus Scooter | 9/10 | — | Pegasus is a ridiculously fun thrill machine—pure joy if you want speed and fun, not practical transport. | Check price → |
| 3 | Hiboy Scooter | 8/10 | Only $439 | Solid budget-friendly urban commuter with a smooth ride and strong user satisfaction, though some users want tighter brakes. | Check price → |
| 4 | Yadea Elite Prime Scooter | 8/10 | On sale for only $899 | For tech-forward commuters, at $899 it's a stronger value than rivals—real quirks don't change that. | Check price → |
| 5 | Troxus Electric Scooter | 6.5/10 | $550 | Affordable workhorse for paved city commuting, but the reviewer can't recommend it overall—lacks the speed and fun of dedicated e-bikes. | Check price → |
1. Varla Eagle One
Varla Eagle One is a serious 40 MPH beast perfect for suburban riders. Powerful and genuinely fun, though controls could be simpler.
What we liked: Dual 1000W motors (2000W total) deliver insane power; 40 MPH top speed with 40+ mile range; Multiple control modes (gears, eco/turbo, single/dual) let you tame the power.
What we’d skip: Controls take time to get used to; Intense power can feel scary for riders.
2. Pegasus Scooter
Pegasus is a ridiculously fun thrill machine—pure joy if you want speed and fun, not practical transport.
What we liked: Dual 500W motors (1600W total) deliver more power than most eBikes; Reaches 28-29 MPH with exhilarating speed and excellent control; Large LCD display readable in direct sunlight.
What we’d skip: Solid tires don't absorb shocks as well as pneumatic tires; Chain lock easily broken with bolt cutters (poor security).
3. Hiboy Scooter
Solid budget-friendly urban commuter with a smooth ride and strong user satisfaction, though some users want tighter brakes.
What we liked: Smooth, quiet ride; Dual braking system (electronic + disc) with exceptional control; Adequate power for urban commuting (350W, 19 mph).
What we’d skip: Brakes could be tighter; Stability issues on uneven roads.