Which is better: a gyro scooter or an electric scooter?

We live in the XXI century - a time of innovative technologies and scientific and technological progress. Today there is a large selection of different means of transportation that make life more mobile - help to get to the right place, bypassing endless city traffic jams. In addition, they contribute to the preservation of a good ecology. We are talking about hoverboards and electric scooters. We will talk about which of them is better, determine the advantages of each type of movement and the criteria for choosing them.

First you need to figure out what each of the aforementioned vehicles is, what are their advantages and disadvantages. Let's start with an electric scooter, which is visually similar to an ordinary scooter, but has, of course, differences.

The electric scooter is distinguished by its technical characteristics and functionality. Its main structural elements are:

• clearance;
• suspension;
• drive unit;
• steering wheel;
• wheels (their number may be different);
• deck (footrest).

The range and selection of electric scooter models is quite diverse. There are even models that, in addition to the main components, are also equipped with a seat.

Separately, I would like to note the advantages of this vehicle.

• Small size. Almost all models are folding or semi-folding design, so the scooter does not take up much space.
• High maneuverability... The scooter will ride where no motorcycle or car will.
• Light weight... Only expensive and high-speed models of electric scooters weigh more than 20-30 kilograms. The weight of the structure depends on the manufacturer, model and materials from which the product is made.
• Overcoming rather long distances without recharging (from 20 to 50 kilometers or more).
• Can develop speed from 20 to 55 km / h.
• Can be charged from a regular outlet... A special cord, which is included in the kit, connects one side to a 220 volt outlet, and the other to the battery.
• Environmental friendliness. An electric scooter is a safe transport for both human health and the environment.

In addition, you do not need a special permit or license to operate this vehicle. Even children can ride it.

As for the shortcomings, they were practically not found. The only thing I would like to note is the high cost of electric models.

When choosing an electric scooter, you should consider the following criteria:

• carrying capacity (usually 50-70 kg, but there are models - up to 120 kg);
• power (the duration of the ride without recharging depends on it);
• transport weight;
• the diameter of the wheels and the materials of their manufacture;
• clearance parameters;
• what material the body is made of;
• steering wheel functionality (it is advisable to choose a model with the ability to adjust it);
• the presence of a seat.

Today this device is the most modern and popular means of transportation for people of all ages.

Visually, the gyro scooter is a two-wheeled platform with an electric motor mounted on it. The maximum speed that it can reach is 15 km / h.

Many experts and users claim that it is one of the safest means of transportation and is very easy to learn to ride.

The hoverboard has the following advantages:

• compactness and light weight;
• environmental friendliness;
• general availability (the cost of the hoverboard is quite democratic);
• maneuverability - (the device easily overcomes even bad sections of the road or sidewalk);
• suitable for both children and adults (even with a rather dense build);
• ease of management and development (within half an hour you can learn how to ride this type of transport).

When defining and speaking about the advantages, it is necessary to point out the disadvantages as well, so that the picture is complete. So, the disadvantages of a hoverboard include:

• lack of a seat and the possibility of installing it;
• because of the hard wheels, the transport shakes violently when driving on uneven roads, which is not a comfortable factor;
• only one person can ride the hoverboard.

Now let's talk about how to choose a gyro scooter. There are several important criteria to consider.

• Wheel diameter. If the purchase is for a child, then it is enough for the wheel size to be 4.5 inches, for a teenager - 6.5, and for an adult - 8 or 10.
• The weight constructions.
• The speed that the hoverboard can develop. It is advisable for a child to buy a model whose speed limit is 8 km / h, and for an adult - from 15 to 40 km / h.
• The size of the hoverboard. The choice will be influenced by personal preference.
• Manufacturer. It will be better if he is known only from the good side.

Some models are equipped with backlighting and speakers that connect to the phone via bluetooth, which allow you to listen to music while on the move, that is, combine business with pleasure.

To say exactly what is better to buy - an electric scooter, which is a more familiar means of transportation, or a newfangled gyro scooter - there is no way, since all people are different and everyone likes their own. Moreover, now models of electric scooters and gyro scooters are offered in a large assortment.

What to choose: a gyroscooter or an electric scooter, you will see further.