Is the Hiboy Electric Scooter with Seat good for beginners?

The seat and wide pneumatic tires make it forgiving for new riders. The 22 mph top speed and 57 lb weight mean you should start slow and practice braking.

How does it compare with a stand-up commuter scooter?

It is more comfortable over distance and on uneven pavement, but much heavier and bulkier. A stand-up scooter is easier to fold, carry and store.

It is rated for inclines up to 15 degrees. Steep hills will slow it and drain the battery faster, especially with a heavier rider.

What is the weight limit?

The scooter is rated for riders up to 220 lbs. Staying under that keeps braking and hill performance closer to the claimed figures.

Does it come with the seat installed?

The seat is part of this model, but check the box contents for the charger and tools. Assembly of the seat and handlebars is typically required.

Is it legal to ride on public roads?

Rules vary by state and city, and seated scooters are treated differently from stand-up ones in some places. Check local law before riding on roads or sidewalks.

Where is the Hiboy Electric Scooter with Seat cheapest?

At XMotor USA, for $569.99, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Hiboy Electric Scooter with Seat?

Rated 3.1 out of 5 from 86 ratings.

Where can I buy the Hiboy Electric Scooter with Seat?

4 stores we checked sell it, including Hiboy US, Central Scoot, XMotor USA, Martexplore.com.

Hiboy Electric Scooter with Seat

Best price now

$569.99at XMotor USAChecked Nov 8

Compared across 4 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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Hiboy Electric Scooter with Seat

Best price now

$569.99at XMotor USAChecked Nov 8

Compared across 4 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

Visit XMotor USA

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Last seen at $569.99 at XMotor USA on Nov 8.
Checked at 4 stores.

Our take on the Hiboy Electric Scooter with Seat

The Hiboy Electric Scooter with Seat is a seated, 14-inch pneumatic-tire scooter rated for 22 mph and up to 31 miles of range. The seat and large air-filled wheels set it apart from stand-up commuter scooters, trading portability for comfort on uneven pavement. It weighs 57 lbs and carries riders up to 220 lbs, so it is a sit-down cruiser rather than a carry-on-the-bus machine. Its 3.1-star average from 86 ratings suggests owners like the concept but report real reliability and build complaints.

Best forRiders who want to sit rather than standLonger paved rides and errandsAdults with limited balance or staminaRough or uneven pavement

Pros

Seat makes long rides easier on the legs
14-inch pneumatic tires soak up bumps
22 mph top speed and up to 31 miles of range
Dual hand brakes for stopping control
Handles inclines up to 15 degrees

Cons

Heavy at 57 lbs and awkward to carry or store
Low 3.1-star average from 86 ratings
220 lb weight limit is modest for a seated scooter
Seated position limits visibility in traffic
Some owners report build and reliability problems

Hiboy Electric Scooter with Seat prices at every store

XMotor USANew
In stock
$569.99Checked Nov 8
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Hiboy USRefurbished
Out of stock
$379.99Checked Nov 8
Visit Hiboy US
Central ScootNew
Out of stock
$539.00Checked Nov 8
Visit Central Scoot
Martexplore.comNew
Out of stock
$674.99Checked Nov 8
Visit Martexplore.com

Hiboy Electric Scooter with Seat price history

Lowest price we've seen: $539.00 on Nov 8 at Central Scoot. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 8.

What reviewers say

3.1 / 586 ratings

Ratings are mixed at 3.1 out of 5 from 86 buyers. Owners tend to like the seat and the big air tires, but a number report durability and quality-control problems.

What people mention

Seat comfortPraisedOwners say the seat makes longer rides far easier than standing.
Tire ridePraisedThe 14-inch air-filled tires are credited with a smoother ride on rough pavement.
Build qualityCriticisedSeveral buyers report parts and components failing sooner than expected.
WeightCriticisedAt 57 lbs it is hard to lift, carry upstairs or load into a car.
ReliabilityMixedSome owners ride trouble-free while others report problems within the first months.

Specifications

Power Source: Electric
Product Weight: 57.1 lbs
Weight Capacity: 220 lbs
Number Of Wheels: Two
Wheel Size: 14 inch
Wheel Type: Big wheel
Age Range: Adults
Terrain Type

Questions and answers

Is the Hiboy Electric Scooter with Seat good for beginners?: The seat and wide pneumatic tires make it forgiving for new riders. The 22 mph top speed and 57 lb weight mean you should start slow and practice braking.
How does it compare with a stand-up commuter scooter?: It is more comfortable over distance and on uneven pavement, but much heavier and bulkier. A stand-up scooter is easier to fold, carry and store.
Can it handle hills?: It is rated for inclines up to 15 degrees. Steep hills will slow it and drain the battery faster, especially with a heavier rider.
What is the weight limit?: The scooter is rated for riders up to 220 lbs. Staying under that keeps braking and hill performance closer to the claimed figures.
Does it come with the seat installed?: The seat is part of this model, but check the box contents for the charger and tools. Assembly of the seat and handlebars is typically required.
Is it legal to ride on public roads?: Rules vary by state and city, and seated scooters are treated differently from stand-up ones in some places. Check local law before riding on roads or sidewalks.
Where is the Hiboy Electric Scooter with Seat cheapest?: At XMotor USA, for $569.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Hiboy Electric Scooter with Seat?: Rated 3.1 out of 5 from 86 ratings.
Where can I buy the Hiboy Electric Scooter with Seat?: 4 stores we checked sell it, including Hiboy US, Central Scoot, XMotor USA, Martexplore.com.