8 Best Electric Scooters for Kids

Electric scooters for kids have evolved significantly in recent years. Once bulky and unreliable, they’ve transformed into sleek, efficient, and fun rides that kids love. Originally dominated by brands like Razor, the market has expanded with innovative entries from Segway and GoTrax, offering a range of solid options for families.

So, which electric scooter is the best for your child? We tested 13 different models from the top brands to find out. After months of hands-on testing, we can confidently say that some scooters stand out above the rest.

From wheel size and material to throttle types and shock dampening, we’ve broken down the features that make each scooter shine—or fall short. Keep reading to discover our favorites, or skip to the end for our comprehensive Electric Scooters for Kids Buying Guide.

Additional Recommended Electric Scooters

Kids Aged 10+ – Max Speed 15mph or Under
・Hiboy S2 Lite, $299 – Best Visibility, Better on Hills
・Razor Pocket Mod, $349 – Sit Down Scooter
Kids Under 10 – Max speed under 8mph
・Razor Power A2, $209 – Most Compact
・GoTrax Scout, $109 – Low 6.2mph max

Best Electric Scooters for Kids 10+

With higher maximum speeds and higher handlebars, these electric scooters are best for kids who are developmentally ready to go faster and have a little more adventure on their scooter.

What We Love About the Segway Ninebot C2 Series

The Segway Ninebot C2 series is the brand’s latest line for kids, replacing the popular E Series. This lineup includes three models: the base C2, the Lite, and the Pro. Both the Lite and base models offer a top speed of 9.9 mph, while the Pro steps it up to 12.4 mph. Each model comes with three different riding modes, allowing parents to control the maximum speed and battery usage for added safety.

All three models feature larger 7″ rubber wheels, with the Base and Pro models having hollow rubber wheels that provide some cushioning over bumps for a smoother ride. They also include ambient lights under the deck for a fun visual touch and are easily foldable for convenient storage.

After months of testing, with a range of kids aged 6 to 13, the C2 Pro continues to be a hit. The ability to quickly lower the handlebar as well as the top speed on the app allows the scooter to easily be customized for various heights and skill levels. Even at its lowest speed the C2 Pro is a bit fast for younger riders.

What We Love About the GoTrax GXL V2

The GoTrax GXL V2 is a zippy, fun-to-ride scooter that’s best suited for teenagers thanks to its fast 15.5 mph top speed. Unlike the Segway Ninebot models, the speed can’t be limited or adjusted, so it’s not ideal for younger or more cautious riders—but teens will appreciate the extra pep.

Despite its higher speed, the GXL V2 remains impressively lightweight, making it easy for teens to carry up stairs or load into a car. It also includes an integrated LED headlight for low-light rides. Just note that while it’s plenty usable, the headlight on the Hiboy S2 Lite is larger and easier to see from a distance.

Overall, the GXL V2 is a solid, budget-friendly pick for confident teen riders who want a lightweight scooter that can keep up with them.

What We Love About the Hiboy S2 Lite

The Hiboy S2 Lite is a great choice for younger or more cautious riders thanks to its slightly smaller size and more manageable speed. With a 13 mph max speed (vs. 15.5 mph on the GoTrax GXL V2), it’s easier for kids and preteens to control while still feeling fun and fast.

One of its standout features is visibility. The S2 Lite includes a bright LED headlight, glowing deck lights, and a large LED light panel running down the front of the scooter. This front panel dramatically boosts visibility from a distance, making it one of the easiest scooters to spot in low-light conditions.

Another major perk is its hill performance. The S2 Lite climbs noticeably better than many scooters in its class, especially the Ninebot C2 Pro, which struggles on steeper grades.

Overall, the Hiboy S2 Lite is a confidence-building scooter that combines great lighting, solid hill-climbing power, and a kid-friendly design.

What We Love About the Razor Pocket Mod

This super sweet retro moto was a surprise hit with our testers (girls and boys!) 10 and older. It was easily the favorite, in part because it goes pretty fast and because the kids feel so grown up riding a motorcycle.

If you stick to pavement, it’s a pretty smooth ride, and the soft seat was an added bonus for young bums. The brakes offer great stopping power, and there’s a small storage compartment under the seat that could fit a cell phone, keys, and a snack.

A cool safety feature is the kickstand. Not only does this keep this kids electric scooter standing upright, but it prevents the scooter from accidentally accelerating. When the kickstand is engaged, the rear wheel is lifted off the ground so if the twist throttle is engaged, the scooter won’t go anywhere. This came in handy at our house when little sister wouldn’t stop climbing on the seat!

Best Electric Scooters for Kids Under 10

While most electric scooters go 10 mph or more, that is really fast for a young kid! For kids under 8, several brands make electric scooters with lower maximum speeds. This is a much safer alternative for an electric scooter for little kids who are not developmentally ready to go so fast.

What We Love About the GoTrax GKS

The GKS has a slower max speed of just 7.5 mph allows younger kids to safely ride an electric scooter. And while most other electric scooters end up going really fast down steeper hills, we found that the GKS maintained a relatively slow speed on the downhill. This is a huge safety win for young riders.

Second, this little kids electric scooter has a unique foot-engaged, kick-to-start throttle which is another safety benefit for young kids. To get the GoTrax GKS started, a child places their foot on the front deck button and kicks off the ground to get the scooter moving.

Once the scooter is moving 1.8 mph, the child places their rear foot on the rear button to engage the motor and accelerate to 7.5 mph. To slow down, the child can raise their rear foot which stops the motor, and also engage the rear fender brake.

Keep in mind that this scooter was one of the bumpier rides of the bunch, so that lower price tag does come at a cost.

What We Love About the Razor Power A2

The Power A2 is our favorite Razor electric scooter for kids! With adjustable-height handlebars, a less bulky deck, and a folding mechanism, the Power A2 looks quite like a traditional kick-scooter. Weighing in at just 14 pounds (the E100 is 25 pounds!), it even can be used as a traditional kick scooter in the event your battery dies.

Compared to the Segway Ninebot, the Razor A2 doesn’t offer as many features and isn’t as smooth a ride, but its handlebars allow kids to customize the fit just for them.

What We Love About the GoTrax Scout

A few MPH can make a big difference for young kids. With a max speed of just 6.2 MPH, the GoTrax Scout is significantly slower than the Ninebot or GoTrax GKS. As a result, the Scout is best for less-athletic or less-coordinated kids who are nervous about going too fast.

Even at that slower speed, if your child is not already a proficient (non-electric) scooter rider, we recommend having them practice with the Scout with an empty battery (no power) first. For kids who don’t know how to ride a scooter at all, even 6 MPH can be intimidating.

If your child is confident and athletic, you’re better off with a slightly faster scooter. Our daredevil 5-year-old girl would only ride the GoTrax Scout in short bursts; her excitement level dwindled quickly because it was too slow for her (even though it was her first electric scooter).

How to Choose the Best Electric Scooter for Kids

Before you decide on a scooter based just on looks or price, you should consider these additional features:

What age can a child ride an electric scooter?

Electric scooters can get going pretty fast. So when is a child developmentally ready to safely ride an electric scooter? That answer will vary. While scooter brands offer age recommendations, only you know your child and what you think is safe for them.

Most kids electric scooters have a maximum speed of 10 mph. There are a few designed for older kids that max out at 15 mph. For younger or less coordinated kids, there are some that max out between 6 and 8 mph.

These “max” speeds are the only speed on an electric scooter. They do not have the ability to go slower. You’re either stopped, revving up to the max, or at the max.

That said, the maximum speed on a scooter changes based on riding scenario. Electric scooters tend to go much slower while going up an incline. Conversely, they can go a lot faster than their stated maxiumum MPH while going downhill. The speed also varies by brand. When testing 10 mph scooters against each other, they all went a different speed!

Be sure to choose a scooter with a maximum speed that you think is safe for your child’s age and ability, and also factor in any downhill riding they may be doing.

Getting Your Electric Scooter for Kids Started (Throttle Style)

How does your child start their electric scooter? There are two primary types of throttles – push button and grip twist. They are both exactly what they sound like.

Push buttons require a child to push down on a button to go. More advanced push buttons are more like a push dial (blue button above), where the child pushes a dial forward. Our kid testers found this style much more comfortable than simply pressing straight on a button (green button above).

Grip twist requires the child to twist and hold onto a handlebar grip. In the image above you can see the light gray twisting piece.

All throttles require continuous pressure on the button or grip twist to keep power going to the scooter. If a child removes their hand, the electric scooter will naturally slow down and stop over time.

Some scooters have an additional safety mechanism to get the scooter started. “Kick to start” requires a child to get the scooter moving to about 2 MPH before the motor kicks in. This prevents a sudden jolt upon starting, which can be quite jarring for a younger child.

Size – Foot Deck Space and Handlebar Height

Foot deck length and width

The size of a scooter’s foot deck has a huge effect on the comfort of the ride. Longer or wider foot decks provide more room for kids to place their feet as they ride. This becomes more of an issue as kids get older, so you’ll need to look for a scooter with a foot deck that will still be big enough a few years from now.

In our testing, our kid testers didn’t mind a more narrow deck if it was long enough for them to comfortably rest both feet. For example, they loved the Segway Ninebot (middle below). While not as wide as the Mongoose (top), its additional length offered plenty of foot space. The Razor, which is both narrow and shorter, was not preferred.

Are the handlebars adjustable?

The height of the scooter’s handlebars in relation to a child’s body is another important comfort factor. We’ve found that the best spot is usually at waist level, or within a few inches above or below.

While our testers really didn’t mind where the handlebars were within that range, an electric scooter with an adjustable-height handlebar does help you customize the fit for your child. That way you can adjust the height for maximum comfort as your child grows.

Take a look here at the Razor Power A2, which has height adjustable handlebars. They are shown at their lowest and highest points. (For reference, our kid tester is 4’8.)

Most of these scooters don’t have adjustable handlebars, so the manufacturer sets them at a height they feel is best for the average child. As an example, look at the Segway Ninebot E8 vs. E10. The slower E8, which is meant for younger kids, has lower handlebars.

Maximum Ride Time

How long can an electric scooter run before the battery goes out? The kids electric scooters we tested had quite a range of maxiumum ride times. The shortest was just 4 miles, while most are about 40 minutes or about 6 miles. The longest was about 12 miles.

If you know your child will be commuting to school or play dates with their scooter, this is a pretty important feature to pay attention to. You don’t want them getting stuck somewhere! (This is also why you should consider getting an electric scooter that can be used as a kick scooter when the power runs out!)

But for our riders who were using the scooters for afternoon fun in the neighborhood, we rarely had an issue with the scooters running out of power before the kids got tired of playing with them. This was in large part because we taught them to be diligent about charging their scooters each night.

Can you ride the electric scooter when the battery runs out?

When kids electric scooters first came out, they were bulky and clunky and incredibly heavy. When the power ran out, it was cumbersome to get them home.

Luckily times have changed and many electric scooters can be used as a standard kick scooter if the battery dies. So while you still want to encourage your child to keep their scooter charged, they won’t be up a creek if the battery dies when they are away from home. They can simply get a little unanticipated exercise by using their leg power to get home. 🙂

Brakes – Foot or Hand?

Brakes on a kids electric scooters come in two main styles – a foot brake or a hand brake. The foot brake is engaged when a child uses their foot to push their weight down on the rear wheel fender. A hand brake works like a bike’s hand brake – by squeezing a hand lever.

While most electric scooters for kids have one or the other, a few of the higher-end scooters have both hand and foot brakes. Hand brakes tend to stop the scooter more quickly, while foot brakes can be used for a gradual slow down.

Can it Fold for Easy Storage and Transportation?

Many electric scooters for kids can fold down for more compact storage or transportation. If you have a garage and your scooter is only going to be used around home, this won’t matter much. But if you live in an apartment or need to transport the scooter in your car, this will definitely come in handy.

Wheel Material and Suspension

There are three primary types of wheels or tires (1) urethane, which is a type of plastic, (2) rubber air, and (3) solid rubber (non-air). In the image above, the first two are solid rubber, and the third is urethane. Sometimes the front and rear wheel are the same, while other electric scooters have different style wheels in the front and back.

Urethane are the cheapest wheels and require basically no maintenance. Because they are plastic, they don’t provide any real cushioning over cracks and obstacles. They also provide minimal traction in wet conditions and also tend to result in a bumpier ride.

Rubber pnuematic (air) wheels provide better traction than urethane wheels, and much better cushioning. They have the disadvantage of being able to go flat. The Razor E100 is the only kids electric scooter to even offer air tires anymore.

Solid rubber, non-air tires provide great traction and can’t go flat. While they don’t offer as much cushioning as air tires, they are generally better at dampening vibrations than urethane wheels. Most new scooters offer solid rubber tires because they have the most benefits and fewest drawbacks.

Higher-end kids electric scooters usually have rubber non-air tires and a suspension system to help smooth out the ride. You can see the spring dampening system on the front wheel of the Segway Ninebot here.

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