Black Friday electric scooter deals 2021: the best offers on right now
E-scooters for adults and kids are going seriously cheap in this year's Black Friday sales, and we're seeing impressive discounts on big names like Segway, Bird, and Xiaomi. All the big retailers have now started their official sales, and you'll be spoilt for choice, so we've rounded up the very best offers right here.
This year's Black Friday deals officially start on November 26, but many of the offers already available will be hard to beat, and several retailers are offering price guarantees that ensure you'll be refunded the difference if you buy an electric scooter that drops in price over the coming days.
There's one very important thing to bear in mind, though: if you're looking for a scooter for yourself or another adult and you see a particularly cheap deal, double check to make sure it's not a kid's scooter. All the major brands make scooters for both grown-ups and youngsters, and the designs are almost identical so it's easy to think you're snagging a great deal and end up with a toy on your hands.
Black Friday electric scooter deals (US)
- Amazon: Electric scooters for all budgets, with frequent Lightning Deals
- Best Buy: E-scooters and bundle deals, with a Black Friday price promise
- Walmart: Electric scooters for kids and adults, many with two-day shipping
- Target: Tons of e-scooters in stock, including lots from Razor and Segway
- Sears: E-bikes, e-scooters and hoverboards, plus fun kart attachments
- Lowes: Super affordable e-scooters, including many bundled with helmets
Electric scooters: $100-$399
Hover-1 Alpha: $449.99 $349.99 at Best Buy
Save $100 - Want speed? The Hover-1 Alpha is one of the fastest e-scooters in its price bracket, capable of hitting up to 17.4mph on the flat. Amazon has now sold out, but Best Buy is offering it for the same low price this Black Friday while stock lasts.
Hover-1 Aviator (two pack): $639.98 $399.98 at Best Buy
Save $240 Got kids? This pack of two electric scooters will keep them happy at Christmas, with a huge saving compared to buying the pair individually. They have a top speed of 15mph, and can support riders up to 264lb.
Electric scooters: $400+
Hiboy S2R: $549.99 $424.99 at Amazon
Save $125 - An adult's e-scooter with a maximum speed of 19mph, the Hiboy S2R offers very impressive speed for a reasonable price. It's a premium electric scooter that usually sells for around $500, and would be a solid choice for commuting and everyday errands.
Bird Air: $599.99 $499.99 at Best Buy
Save $100 The Bird Air is a super lightweight folding e-scooter that's ideal for commuting. Best Buy has promised that it won't drop below this price on Black Friday, so there's no reason to wait.
Hiboy S2 Pro: $599.99 $509.99 at Amazon
Save $90 - This commuter-friendly electric scooter normally sells for around $550 at Amazon, so this is a very respectable Black Friday discount. It has solid 10in tires (no worries about punctures) and an impressive max range of just over 25 miles.
Hover-1 Alpha (two pack): $899.98 $699.98 at Best Buy
Save $200 This is a pack of two electric scooters from reputable brand Hover-1, each of which is capable of supporting riders up to 264.6lb. They can hit speeds up to 17.4mph, and have a disc brake for safe stopping.
Black Friday electric scooter deals (UK)
- Amazon: A huge range of e-scooters for both kids and adults
- Pure Electric: E-scooters from Pure, plus names like Xiaomi and Segway
- Halfords: Scooters for all budgets from the likes of Razor, Segway and Unagi
- Argos: Affordable electric scooters from Hover-1 and other brands
Electric scooters: £100-£399
Xiaomi Essential Electric Scooter: £349 £299 at Pure
Save £50 Another good beginner-friendly e-scooter, the no-frills Xiaomi Essential has hit its lowest ever price at Pure for Black Friday, beating the current deal available at Currys.
Pure Air Electric Scooter: £449 £399 at Pure
Save £50 The Pure Air is one of the best e-scooters we've tested on TechRadar, and is a great entry-level option if you're a new rider. It's well designed and robust, and great value with this modest but worthwhile discount for Black Friday
Electric scooters: £400+
Xiaomi Mi Pro 2: £579 £499 at Halfords
Save £80 The Xiaomi Mi Pro 2 has impressive specs for the price, with a maximum range of 28 miles (though you're more likely to get 20 miles in typical use), a dual braking system for safety, and shock-absorbing tires. It's now dropped in price for a second time.
Segway Ninebot Air T15E: £599 £499 at Currys
Save £100 This e-scooter doesn't have the longest range, but it's super light, making it one of the easiest scooters to carry if you need to carry it upstairs or onto public transport. For short city hops, it's a good option. Currys has given it a deep discount for Black Friday.
Black Friday electric scooter deals: our predictions
When will the best e-scooter Black Friday deals start in 2021?
We often see the smaller electric scooter stores start their Black Friday sales the week before Black Friday itself, so in the run-up to the dark weekend, it's worth checking around.
The bigger shops will likely start their discounts over the weekend itself, and we might see some new deals unveiled for Cyber Monday on November 29, so it's definitely worth keeping your eyes out.
At TechRadar we'll be covering the best electric scooter Black Friday deals, so bookmark this page for updates over the sales season.
How should I choose an electric scooter?
If you're thinking of buying an electric scooter on Black Friday, first take a moment to check the law in your local area. Electric scooters are legal to ride in most of the US, but you'll need to be certain about the top speed permitted in your city and state, and where you're allowed to ride. In the UK, e-scooters are currently illegal to ride on public roads unless they're part of an authorized hire scheme.
When you're browsing e-scooters make sure you check out the range of each one that catches your eye. You want one that will allow you to make a typical return journey with plenty of juice to spare to account for factors like uneven terrain. Dialling the speed up a notch or two will also reduce your scooter's range, so bear this in mind as well.
We also recommend sticking with established brands. E-scooters from tiny companies listed on Amazon might be cheap, but you won't get the same after-sales service you would if you stuck with a bigger brand, and you might find that the build quality isn't as good if the manufacturer doesn't have to stick to certain guidelines and local laws.
If a deal looks too good to be true, take a close look at the scooter's specifications before adding it to your cart. Kids' and adults' electric scooters look identical in photos, without anything for scale, and that super cheap e-scooter you've spotted may only be suitable for riders under 16 years old.
3 best electric scooters to look for on Black Friday
The second-generation Pure Air Pro takes our top prize for the best electric scooter of 2021. It's a big upgrade from last year's model, with a longer range, more powerful battery and – surprisingly – a smaller price tag, even outside the sales. It can hit a top speed of 15.5mph at full throttle, but offers a very impressive maximum range of 50km (about 31 miles) if you're willing to cut back the speed and ride at a slightly more sedate pace.
Read our full Pure Air Pro (2021) review
The Xiaomi M365 Pro (also known as the Mi Electric Scooter Pro) is a mid-priced scooter with specifications that rival much more expensive models. With a large platform, non-slip handlebars, built-in lights and reflectors, it's one of the most practical scooters in its price bracket, and feels safe and comfortable to ride even in bad weather and after dark.
Read our full Xiaomi M365 Pro review
The experts at Segway know a thing or two about getting around on two wheels, and that experience has helped it build one of the best electric scooters around, while keeping its price surprisingly affordable. Its real world performance will depend on how and where your ride, but the Segway-Ninebot ES4 Electric KickScooter has a quoted range of 28 miles and a top speed of 18.6mph, making it one of the fastest scooters in this price bracket.
Last year's best electric scooter deals
Segway Ninebot ES4 Electric Kick Scooter with External Battery: $769.99 $499.99 at Amazon
Save $270 – Segway-Ninebot e-scooters are among the best commute-cutting transportation alternatives on the market. This e-kick scooter has an extra external battery, making it longer lasting than its rivals. In fact, it can last you up to 28 miles at 18.6 mph. It's foldable too, so you can take it on the train or bus when you need to.
Segway Ninebot MAX Electric Kick Scooter: $699.00 $579.99 at Amazon
Save $129 – Among Segway's best performing e-scooters right now, the Max Electric Kick Scooter is cheaper than ever, giving you more than $150 in savings. It has a long-lasting battery life for longer-distant travel, taking you up to 24.9 miles at its top speed of 18.6mph. It also has a hill climb of 20%, which is pretty impressive for a 700W scooter.
Razor E Prime Folding Adult Electric Commute Scooter: $398.00 $263.99 at Walmart
Save $134 – With adjustable handlebars and a dual-breaking system (hand and foot activated), this Razor e-scooter is best for beginners. For nifty features, it's got a battery level indicator so you can check quickly if it's got enough juice for your trip. While this isn't great for long-distant commutes at only 10miles per charge at 15 mph, it's great for quick trips at the store or market.
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