Hover-1 Alpha: An Honest Review

Here is my complete review of the Hover-1 Alpha electric scooter from Amazon and Best Buy. I'll outline what I like and dislike about the scooter to help you better understand if the scooter is right for you.
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[@gabekulick2142]

I feel like you should be more popular. Your review of this scooter is very professional! I might just even buy this because of your review. Keep up the outstanding work and editing!

[@alyssa9705]

I actually did buy it on this guys review and I love it so far

[@andrewmartin8896]

I feel like you should be more popular. Maybe we need to add a cool looking blue light to the back of you and you’ll be sitting at the cool lunch table in the cafeteria in no time.

[@SpOculus33]

My buddy bought one a year ago and offered to sell it for $100... I think I'll take him up on that.

[@major5maximus]

This is literally the best review ever. Keep up the channel man

[@RK9Rides]

That means a lot, thanks!

[@walkinator5869]

Best scooter worst battery of all time it’s literally not worth it for free the battery lasts 30 minutes on a full charge awful

[@lefthanded5473]

Hover-1 scooters are actually very smooth and high quality. I used to have a Hover-1 journey myself but I sold out and upgraded to the Segwayninebot ES4 because I needed something with a lot more range and more power for climbing hills (there’s a lot of them where in live in upstate NY) but for those reading this I highly recommend getting this Hover-1 scooter. You won’t be disappointed with there products.

[@walkinator5869]

It’s an maxing scooter with the worst battery of all time

[@04mach1speed]

Very good video! I think I’ll get it! I’m on best buys site right now. Thanks for this video

[@jdawg206A]

Great video! It was super informative and professional! 👍

[@rmower3428]

This is a great video, very clear and to the point. Well done that man. It ✓s all of the boxes

[@jasonlozano9945]

*Battery life is great **Latest.Bike** Scooter . Love the different driving modes. It’s got a little headlight and taillight too. Gets lots of looks haha*

[@Hover1Rideables]

Awesome + honest review of our Alpha! Thank you!

[@RK9Rides]

Thanks for stopping by!

[@ntgxnav1089]

Hover-1 Rideables hi there hover 1. May I get a free sample so I can do a review about your item as well and tell everyone how good it is. 👍🏻

[@Jaciechan]

Why does my hover-1 only go 12mph?

[@chopey6427]

@@Jaciechan you would want to press the power button once to put it in second gear. I recommend reading the manual first.

[@Jaciechan]

@@chopey6427 oh yh I’m aware of all the settings but unfortunately it is limited to 12mph

[@driversresponseauto]

Thanks for your honest review. The Alpha Hover 1 is my first as well.. nice little beginners e-scooter but definitely upgrading to (Alpha Better 1) lol is a MUST! 😊

[@amyhecker3067]

Great review I just bought this the other day and unboxed today . Did you have any problems setting up the handle bar ? I feel like the alignment on mine is off and struggling getting the screws in .

[@nikoliu5539]

I got to this video on accident and waking up today I had absolutely no intention of buying a scooter. After stumbling upon this video I just purchased one on Amazon and it arrives next Wednesday. Hover-1 oughta pay you / at least send you a new scooter because you are for certainly garnering them quite a few new sales

[@a.washington5162]

Great Review! Honest concise and informative!!!!

[@Guesticle]

It has regenerative braking too. Squeeze and release the brakes rapidly for additional braking.

[@christopherwilliams3333]

for the life of me i can’t figure out how to unlock the mechanism that locks the handle bars upright. you did it so effortlessly in the video. i have been trying to undo it so i can fold my scooter and store it but no matter how hard i push or pull it won’t come undone. Pls help 😬

[@kovyvuri]

I've only ever used manual kick scooters, and its Hannah Montanna no less. I got it when I was 4, and was still kicking it around for a while. I got a Razor, 10mph electric scooter; enjoyed it, but the battery refused to charge after a little over 3 months without a charge. My mom got me this as a present to help me commute around our little, but mostly inaccessable town; so no more than 5 miles at any given point, usually. She's awesome. I can't wait to try it out! Gonna be the coolest one at work... Once someone actually accepts me. 😆

[@leftycrafter]

Awesome review. Would like to know what you think of the Aviator and the Rally as well? The biggest con for me on the Alpha is the thumb on the accelator ... is it the same for the other Hover-1's?

[@vietnguyen2354]

Great review. I have one and I agree with all of your points

[@smooveman7558]

Just got one it’s amazing 9/10 would recommend

[@foffprod]

I had the hover 1 journey. This looks like the logical replacement to it. Thanks for the info

[@alexw.854]

I am getting this as a replacement for my Highlander Pro that literally snapped in half. The platform on the Alpha looks so much better as my Highlander Pro platform is really thin and poorly welded. The welds just snapped right apart when I hit a bump. I’m glad to see that this is a robust scooter with increased weight tolerance.

[@Brandon16Khalifa]

Did it end up being better than the highlander? Cuz im in the exact same situation my replacement is the alpha since they are out of stock for the highlander

[@erickgarcia2758]

Can you do an entire video comparing and claimining stats on all the Hover 1 scooters? My brother and I bought the Eagle class scooter from Hover 1 but realized that there’s other different scooters with way different stats and capabilities. It would be nice to learn what other scooters in the family could benefit us more

[@coolguy21420]

What scooter did you upgrade to over this one? Which do you recommend?

[@goofdxes]

The blue one is going for 329.99 at Walmart right now. Thank you for the review I bought 2 for the kiddos.

[@JC-bl9bo]

I'm starting to research scooters for transportation purposes really because my commute to work is only 4.5 miles one way so about 9 miles total. Now some of the roads are kinda dicey but what would you recommend for something like this? I would charge it at work for the commute home so I guess battery isn't a huge deal.

[@brendanford9723]

Very well done review. Thank you. I am in the market for one as I commute about mile each way to and from my garage.

[@johnhensley7710]

I just got a flat on my front tire of my hover one alpha my 1st scooter can I take everything apart and patch the innertube

[@devinlee4309]

I have been trying to inflate the front tire but I’m not sure what kind of pump it uses. Does anyone know? It has a strange valve

[@eminozdemir7543]

Tire and inner tube I can't able to find it anywhere any ideas please

[@markwingrave6195]

I ha e just rewired my hover 1 scooter would it make it only.go half.speed

[@tusharwaghode9146]

An excellent review. Thank you

[@beyaztcelebi5436]

I'm considering to getting one, I wonder which scooter is the best on uphills, this one has 450W motor but I've seen some comment that can't climb uphills,any idea guys? I'm confused 😶

[@Nordium]

This is an excellent review. I’m personally not in the market for an entry level scooter because I have a Kaabo Wolf Warrior + on the way, but I still watched the full video! Keep it up.

[@mattant9992]

I hear you man, but I live in a small town population of 50Thousand resident. my work I at the end of town but only a 3 mile drive so a scooter that can go 10-12 miles on a single charge is more than enough

[@KM-tf5vm]

Yea the wolf warrior is mainly for off-road scooting mainly tho. I mean it is good for all the above

[@bradcollins5078]

Is the battery on the floor or handle bars .it would be better in the stem of the handle bars than the floor so you cannot hit nothing

[@sander16v11]

I think it’s the best scooter for the money. It’s a a little under powered for me being closer to the weight limit. It’s perfect for my GF who has a blast riding it. For me spending a little more would help get a scooter with more power and torque for my local hills.

[@darlenegee5264]

How do I get the Bluetooth to work thank you

[@esterasturdivant7956]

I'm with you on the thumb and trigger levers

[@avvarutheja]

Does anyone removed the front wheel cap on this scooter, if so can you share details

[@rondareinert7251]

My scooter will charge but when I turn it on, the head light comes on but no display. The scooter will not get the message to run. Can anyone help?

[@p-wehrndz8374]

Do u have to push to go or will it go it self

[@losisavuotolok9097]

What did you upgrade to ?

[@liamhoward7438]

Mine only goes 12 mph on sport mode should I take it back

[@bakersw0rld847]

Where do you get parts for the alpha?

[@derricklord70]

Hello my friend I was watching a video I have a problem Unlock the scooter The scooter lock The buttons is too small I have to use my key to press the little button down the press the back the Big Clip At the whole back What you call it the switch to unlock the pole to fold it So my friend I'm having problems with it Can you help me This is the alpha hover 1

[@Swami504]

This looks like the best entry-level scooter for adults. I just bought mine today, charging it for its first run.

[@beyaztcelebi5436]

Hey, I'm considering to getting one, I think it has 450W motor, I wonder how is it on the uphills?

[@quandale2648]

If you don’t care about the warranty, I would suggest you buy a handle accelerator and then rewire it from the thumb one and also get a matching handle for the left side.

[@ShadowMods221]

This scooter sucks it broke it won't run anymore

[@kctyphoon]

I’m 46 and my company came out with a points reward program at work. Just as a joke, i used my points and got the Hover 1 Highlander. It was the cheapest scooter with an adult weight rating. I work for a utility company and we garage out of an old converted airplane hanger. I use the scooter to “commute” back and forth to the bathroom and just screw around inside the garage. Gotta be honest, for something so cheap, its a lot of fun, and has worked pretty well. A lot of the guys at work grab it to ride for a few minutes at the end of the day. I see now why these things are getting so popular. Wouldn’t recommend the one i have for any real commuters, but its a pretty nice toy even for an adult.

[@mighty690am]

Fair honest review. More negatives than other reviews. For my budget and use, this will be a good buy. Although I'm concerned about the break mechanism, since I live in long steep hills

[@ZacharyJohnG]

Compatibility ? Also if it’s your first what are you comparing it to?

[@ozoneswiftak]

I'm buying it slightly used for 250. Should be ok deal?

[@stephaniecampbell8021]

I love the hoover and the blue light on it.

[@ANNAiSSS]

What scooter did you upgrade to?

[@louispratchett1083]

Does anyone know if this has a app for this model if so what is it

[@chesterphilpot9632]

The folding bracket is weak & will break, mine has broke, now I've gotta have it welded .😔

[@asusreviews]

It's on sale for $199 right now, might be a good deal?

[@thefanshow4323]

Can you install a seat on this scooter?

[@king_kayjay4636]

hello RK9. i hope you see this. but i am turning 12 years old soon. i am 4'10. and my aunt wants to get it. the only problem is idk if im tall enough. if im not tall enough can you recommend another hover 1 scooter for me? can someone pls help me out

[@Zennys666]

How to change to metric system on the scooter?

[@barryszymanski8022]

My razor EcoSmart metro is also in this price range with much larger pneumatic tires a 500-watt motor and I love it

[@Gone_rn]

It's slow and unreliable with less features

[@danielyoshino9198]

I have had this scooter for 12months loved it but now as the bars are not screwed in very well I just and it came apart just fell today

[@georgiatj41]

What is the scooter that you upgraded to pls

[@Handleitmantleit]

Good review man

[@aashayshah4592]

What scooter would be best under 500 and better than the alpha

[@anthonypizzo9375]

I have it recomend it. Had few adult scooters more expensive, and I'd take this one all day....

[@greenwater4235]

Lots of issues with this scooter. On mine, the box says 18 miles distance with the 30 cell battery which is not close to true. The neck does not lock as it is not straight and the pump for the tires does not fit....

[@joesphbaumgardner4579]

Nothing about hills? How does this one do going up any kind of hill etc? I'm going to assume a ride in any kind of snow cover is a no?

[@stilltlrforlife]

My alpha 1 pro I boight last year has a rear drum brake plus the motor assisted brake and it stops on a dime. They must have done some upgrades. I just ordered another Alpha pro for my son.

[@jonathanpearson7409]

Do you think that the Bluetooth is just your scooter or could it be for all of them

[@jorgeluismelendez8263]

how to upgrade the alpha1 for more power

[@slightlyembittered]

Great Review. Plus an electric scooter is really great on the river trial.

[@colombianflag717]

I'm thinking on buying one but it worries me that all this electric scooter's have issues with the battery...they don't last as long as they claimed

[@tyshawnwilson6458]

What scooter did you upgrade too?

[@omarguseynov5511]

Whats the mile range tested on this?

[@akezelb7166]

How long can a battery lasts on a non stop trip??

[@Delta_310]

With mine the brakes seem to be working really good, I have amazing stopping distance even at top speed

[@shaynejohnson5993]

I’m 6 foot tall will this work for me?

[@lloydsnoble7962]

Does it have regenerative braking

[@sarahkinney82]

I am currently looking into a hiboy s2 pro, I’m not decided yet but I watched your video for review. I don’t think I’ll get this model because I want more than 9-12 miles. Any others you recommend looking into with a high weight limit?

[@resource-7628]

Is the hiboy s2 pro good ?

[@OldManPhil]

@@resource-7628 I recently got a Hiboy s2 pro and for the short term review I have no complaints

Do anybody know how to remove the plastic cover from front wheel?

[@avvarutheja]

Hi have you figured out how to remove hub cap on front wheel? I am also looking to remove that front cap.

[@usmansadiq4707]

do tires puncture?

[@moshortclips5806]

I just got this model I got it for work Which is 4 miles away And travelled on sport mode 2 bars of the battery did go down I don't like the inner tube tires Because the chances of getting flats high And to be checking the PSI is no fun... by the way I Unplug the X lite on the platform of the scooter makes it so much better

[@FrenchHawk878]

So what scooter gave you 12 miles?

[@BajanShinobi]

I bought this almost a month ago and have been loving it but now the front wheel makes a clicking noise

[@geez2167]

Did you find out why? Mine does the same 💀

[@coolshariq]

Love Alpha one😎👍 I own lots of high end electric scooters Alpha one has own ground definitely worth it for it's price.

[@sundaysunday.minister329]

Hi sir just wanna about the battery strong

[@ericmiltonbrown]

You mentioned that you had to kick scoot when the batter dies; does this impact the motor?

[@wolfganggudino4103]

I'm guessing not because when the electric-scooter is coasting it has some kind of free wheel that allows it to coast without hurting the motor.

[@teslacybertruck750]

21 mph, that is freaking good for a 450 dollar scooter! Plus it's much more better looking than the Xiaomi, this scooter earns the name "Xiaomi Killer"

[@mattant9992]

its only $340 on Amazon now. and definetly worth it segway makes a $900 and $700 E-scootScoot with a 400&500w motor that only goes 14mph and 16mph

[@Gone_rn]

Yeah it's sweet

[@jesusarivera238]

Any anti theft for the scooter?

[@04mach1speed]

Well. Never mind now that I’ve watched the whole video. Maybe I’ll sleep on it. Either way. Good video buddy

[@Gone_rn]

Probably too late but I love mine

[@smooveman7558]

It has gotten a lot better

[@abdullahal-shimri3091]

My 71 year old dad loves this new toy. He’s joy riding everywhere lol.

[@aliakbari437]

nice review👍

[@alanhonlunli]

I own the Hover-1 Pioneer/Journey which is a Xiaomi M365 clone. The price difference from a real M365 mostly comes from the lower quality batteries in the Hover-1. The Alpha seems like a clone of the Ninebot G30 with a front wheel drive instead. I'd expect the same problems across Hover-1 clones, the batteries won't provide the range they advertise, expect only half the range stated on the box. I solved that issue by purchasing and installing battery packs from Aliexpress.

[@richerich9238]

Right on. I’m getting one

[@Gonz209]

Good review, you think its worth it at $200 refurbished?

[@bryanelser1803]

Is this scooter good for tall people? Im 6'6

[@KM-tf5vm]

It's honestly not that bad without suspension... The tires do the trick. I go over some rough terrain sometimes.. great scooter so far. Only had it a week... But I'm trying to figure out how to adjust the break. It came out if box a little pointing downward.. so idk if that's supposed to be like that or what. ...maybe someone knows and answer that.. also the actual top part itself is a tad crooked to the right. But I have no probs with it ..

[@CAVEMAAN76]

Hey bro can u give me the tire measurements thanks🤙

[@giffordfortich4192]

i bought this unit on best buy. i used it for 3 months. time came to change tires and inner tires. THEY DONT HAVE ANy REPLACEMENT TIRES. the customer service told me to buy 10.2 waited for 1 week and it wont FIT. Guys next time if you want to buy something make sure that the unit you bought has a replacement tires available or any important parts that you would change soon

[@mikejimenez6470]

i had the same issue with another hover 1 scooter. tubes didnt fit and it was a pain in the ass to even just change period. the valve wasnt the right valve and tube was too big. i really want another 1 but debating on that issue alone

[@cameraman1234567890]

I still think this scooter is worth buying especially if you are on the heavy side and need some more power than things like the eagle. I Personally modify these scooters to increase range, and upgraded chargers to reduce charging time. As for stopping power, have you used the foot brake and the disc at the same time?

[@mikejimenez6470]

what chargers do you use?

[@cameraman1234567890]

@@mikejimenez6470 I don't exactly own an alpha, but my brother owns a Eagle. We increased its maximum range with a homemade battery pack, the limitation is that the motor overheats.

[@walkinator5869]

This scooter is not worth it for free the battery is horrible the scooter is excellent the battery is a joke

[@sirhorse711]

@@walkinator5869 Yea I got one for Christmas and was pretty happy with it! Up until this summer when I started riding it more did I realize how fast the battery drains :/

[@sayianoverlord59]

im in orem utah its crazy how you stay by provo river