10 of the Best Electric Scooter Brands

There are so many ways to commute to work that are more eco-friendly than driving a car — and one of our favorites is the electric scooter. So, we rounded up 15 of the best electric scooter brands on the market, each of which is making efforts to produce sustainable and convenient electric scooters, and asked our audience to vote for their favorites.

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Apollo Scooters makes e-scooters from materials such as carbon fiber, aluminum, and recyclable lithium-ion batteries. The company explains that these materials last longer, which reduces the need for replacement purchases. Apollo offers student and military discounts, as well as a 12-month warranty.

Xiaomi makes over a dozen varieties of e-scooters — among watches, cell phones, vacuums, and many other electronic devices. The tech company has taken several measures to ensure sustainability, including adhering to a "Social Responsibility Code of Conduct" when choosing supply chain networks, and the Xiaomi Science and Technology Campus is Alliance for Water Stewardship certified.

Electric Ride Co. is the proprietor of e-bikes, e-scooters, and e-skateboards, amongst other electric vehicles. The company offers its products at a wide range of price points so people of all ages and means can try a more sustainable method of transportation. One of Electric Ride Co.'s goals is to help achieve a greener future.

Hiboy makes e-scooters for every generation, including scooters specifically for commuting, for teens, and even some with seats so older people can enjoy the ride without standing for long periods. Hiboy also sells refurbished electric scooters for a reduced price, as well as e-bikes and kids' bikes.

While U.K.-based brand Nought's e-scooters are currently only available for pre-order, one of the company's missions is to encourage greener cities globally. Nought is a zero emissions company, and its workshop boasts a two-year warranty with goals of "always looking for ways to reduce and reuse."

iENYRID's goal is to "revolutionize the way people commute by providing reliable, efficient and sustainable transportation solutions." The company, which was founded in 2016, sells e-scooters and e-bikes. iENYRID also sells replacement parts for its electric vehicles, such as batteries, chargers, controllers, and inner tubes.

Minimotors USA not only sells a wide range of electric scooters but also an even wider range of spare parts and accessories for all of your e-transportation needs. The company's website boasts of its scooters' "off-road capabilities," zippy speed (over 60 miles per hour), and up to 135 miles of range.

Ninebot acquired Segway in 2015, and the new Segway-Ninebot's goals have remained the same. Per the company's website, its "vision has always been to create sustainable short-distance alternatives" with e-scooters and other forms of eco-friendly transportation. The website also features spare parts and accessories for purchase so consumers don't have to replace their scooters if something breaks.

Kaabo USA offers various models of e-scooter, including the the Mantis King GT, which can travel over 50 miles before requiring a recharge. The company also offers student and military discounts.

fluidfreeride not only encourages its customers to choose e-scooters instead of other fossil fuel-based modes of transportation, the company is also taking steps to implement eco-friendly practices in its day-to-day. For example, fluidfreeride has partnered with Trees for the Future for carbon offsets and also made its shipping materials over 90 percent sustainable. The company has also committed to smaller onsite changes, such as swapping out traditional lights for LEDs.