Which is the best electric scooter for under $3000?

iScoot put the four most commonly purchased 3K electric scooters through a series of tests to find out who comes out on top!
The Kaabo Mantis, Inokim Oxo, Zero 10X and Dualtron Limited face it off over lifestyle, accessories, accelration, hillclimb and more! If you are looking for a way to decide between these electric scooters, this video gives an honest and fresh review of these four incredible escooters.
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(00:42):
Morning! Mark here from iScoot. We're here today to talk to you about what we believe are the best scooters for under $3,000. Our job here at iScoot is to bring you the best scooters from all around the world - and today I think we've got some fantastic scooters that fit into that beautiful $3,000 category perfectly.
So starting off with the Kaabo Mantis, which is what I brought in today, dual motor (model). We've got my colleague here, Matt. Nice scooter mate - shame about the brakes.
Oh, well, you know, they can't all have hydraulic brakes as standard. I think the zero 10 X 24 AMP is the one that's going to take this out today.
Okay. We'll see. What's that?
What do you mean? Hang on, hang on, hang on. I thought we're going for a cruise today. I even brought my little camera here in order to film us a little GoPro, a little back backpack, but mate, I thought we're going to go for a cruise. I tell you, I brought the original cruising scooter for around $3,000. Exactly what you said.
No no no - under $3,000. How much is that?
Really? Around $3,000. Like you said, hang on - talk about pricing - what the hell did he bring? Steve, that's a gun to a knife fight, mate. You can't bring a Dualtron to a cruise.
(02:03):
What did you bring in?
Dualtron
Yeah, we can see that, which one?
The EX 3,600 w.
Ah, so we've got the Porsche at the end there with the Dualtron 3,600 Watts. That's going to be a tough one to beat from a power point of view. We've got the Inokim with the biggest battery, but I don't know if that's going to give you the power that you want later on Andre, it's also probably the oldest scooter out of the lot of them. Matt's with the 10X, which is really, I mean, it's out there. (He’s) certainly proving a point.
Look good and win doing it.
Okay. This is probably - the zero 10 X is probably the biggest seller for many obvious reasons. And of course, the Kaabo, which is going to win today.
Mate you can't say that the only way we're going to find this out is if we do series of tests
I'm happy to do some tests, guys bring it on!
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[@massispennato5061]

Guys, overall OXO is by far the best scooter of these 4! cheers

[@BlockchainGecko]

And the safest

[@simziffrealestate]

I've owned several brands of upscale e scooters and hands down, the Inokim Oxo is superior build quality (much thought put into it and built like a tank), superior ride quality and suspension, and it's wicked fast. Quick? Yes, but it's a more sensible acceleration curve than some others, making for a more comfortable and safer ride. Also, did something change with the OXO since this review, because mine is dual 1,000 motors, not 800W, per the Inokim website. I don't understand the lower rating for the OXO, but the consensus here seems to be that it is something other than the actual performance and quality of the scooter. I believe they even slighted it on range, where it is an undeniable standout. I even read a comment below from them saying "the OXO is a decent scooter", but they comment below that Dualtrons are "incredible." (come on guys.. not biased?) Some Dualtron models, in my opinion, have a sub-par build quality and features for the money , stem-wobble issues which have yet to be addressed, and noisy brakes on the Eagle Pro (everyone will know you're coming.)

[@arthurlai8289]

I have the inokim oxo. One of the best escooter in the market hands down. The rest looks like they were assembled using parts from the junkyard. Especially Zero 10x.

[@iScoot]

Cheers for the feedback!

[@mouthgina3213]

lol now that i read your comment i realized a lot of these scooters look like scaffolding with wheels lmao

[@brianmcmanus4286]

I recently received my first scooter, a dual 500W motor Kaabo Mantis 8, which I ordered directly from Kaabo for $999USD delivered. 26mph and I'm seeing about 18 miles in range. Love it, and I already can't wait to upgrade. Cheers!

[@mickeydees1]

What about the Apollo Phantom, Nanrobot D6+, Vesett 10+. Those were already available then and are better... Not to mention the recently released Wolf Warrior X or Dualtron Victor.

[@noelkoppel943]

Inokim oxo the best you can bye! I have tested all the others too. The quality of Inokim is just way ahead of others.

[@kevind2409]

I can't take Steve's ratings seriously, he really skewed this whole review. He barely understands what's happening poor guy, not really fit to rate these machines.

[@iScoot]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@MrWilliam.Stewart]

There is Inikom, a quality branded product, albeit built in the land of the rising unrest, and then there is the rest, from the land of the rising unrest.

[@viewlesscheese]

Thanks guys. Answered questions that i was looking for that you would think other reviews would answer such as the trunk test. The zero 10x passing the test has essentially sealed the deal for me.

[@iScoot]

It was actually really great for us too!

[@jmills151]

Great video! I been looking at some scooter and this video helps a lot! It should have views! Anyway I’m looking between the Kaabo mantis pro the speedway 5 and my favorite so far the Dualtron eagle pro. There all within the same price range. Thank you :)

[@iScoot]

Glad we could help!

[@mauriciozacur9912]

Excellent! It s help me a Lot!

[@mauriciovirmond9244]

Great video. But, the most important aspect of a scooter is RANGE than power. So, you guys really need to have that specific point clear out a bit better. Just saying that the battery is 24 Ah or 21Ah doesn't help much.

[@iScoot]

Great point Mauricio - We also considered body weight as a bit of a consideration! We'll definitely incorporate this in the next one.

[@vladimator1842]

Sorry fellas, but the best scooter EVER for under $3k, is the Kaabo Wolf Warrior peeps!! It got 5400watts and a max speed of 55mph. Can’t beat that with what you guy’s brought here..!!

[@jessewinchester1821]

It compares to high end scooters for a cheap price.. Do you know why It's soo cheap for something with this power??

[@DanielMatotek]

Whoever edited this didn't even purchase the music track. I can hear the damn watermark sound throughout the songs...

[@iScoot]

We'll look into it, thanks

[@jatari18]

Enjoyed the vid guys, really good idea to compare similar scooters in the same price range and plenty of room to refine/expand on in the future. My take from the vid was if you want marginally lesser performance in lieu of more features, the Zero10x and Mantis are good options but if its sheer performance and you're happy to upgrade as you go, the Dualtron is the way to go 👍

[@iScoot]

Dualtron's are incredible, This video is nearly a year old and we need to make another one - anything you'd like to see?

[@jatari18]

@@iScoot Would be good to see a comparison of three or four scooters with similar features at different price points and evaluate time to top speed, max distance and AVG speed for max distance etc - just a thought? I've got a flashed Ninebot Max here in VIC and I've been weighing up a Zero 10x 60V as the next upgrade, based on the price point. Would be cool to see that compared to the Dualtron 3 / Ultra etc

[@iScoot]

@@jatari18 Great point! We're getting ready to do a few more videos, i'll let the team know. The 10X is a great scooter and a sensible upgrade. Watch our other video where we compare the 10X with the black edition and Bexly - might help when you are finalising your choice!

[@Kamikazekman]

Enjoyable vid fellas. Though I think you seemed to have missed out on a very important category: Value for Money. Always feel that the consumer is always going to pay a premium for Dualtron scooters. For features and what you get it's probably last out of the 4. Kaabo Mantis is probably top in this category. I do feel a little that the Kaabo was a little jipped with the result of this test. Mini Motors throttle and controller, Semi Hydraulic (Full Hydraulic on the Pro) and lighter overall weight makes it feel like it deserved more. Neck and neck with the 10X I reckon... though if the 10X had the same throttle and controller as the Dualtron and Kaabo, tell ya what... the 10X would be hard to beat! I've seen too many of the generic throttle and controller on the 10X go belly up from people experiences.

[@iScoot]

That's great feed back K.Chan, really appreciate it. We really needed a bit more time and racing - we mean testing - I think for next time!

[@Porschession]

Whats up with the constant background music? It's very distracting.

[@iScoot]

Noted, we'll change it for the next one.

[@MrWilliam.Stewart]

Which one will still be going strong in 5+ years time? I'll choose the Toyota over the winner of some random test award, every time. A Ferrari will score better than a corolla on performance tests when both are brand new, the real test is time....

[@joecashman3225]

In future videos please turn down the background music. Other than that, a fun and informative video

[@iScoot]

No worries Joe, will do!

[@kevind2409]

Its not the "background" music. It's the music level on a whole, when you cut to b roll scenes... its blazingly loud! Way louder dialog. I have to turn the volume down every time the music kicks in and then turn it back up when you guys start talking. Other than that, cool videos guys, keep up the good work!

[@nickmilton1123]

Pretty much the outcome I would have expected :)

[@iScoot]

Yes, common sense prevails!

[@FractalTheoryBand]

Feel like the OXO was a bit hard done by! I love mine to bits and hit a top speed of 68kph the other day. It's not the immediate rocket of the 10x I test drive but the smooth acceleration is a treat and the suspension is excellent. Oh well guess I better go test drive the Dualtron now!

[@iScoot]

Definitely test a Dualtron! The Oxo was the original cruising scooter - it's a decent machine and very fun to ride.

[@roybodin7301]

You forgot to mention the OXO's biggest selling point, Build quality. Edit: I've heard horror story's about the other Chinese scooters falling apart during a high speed ride. Inokim may be manufactured in China but it's designed and quality controlled by a Israeli company.

[@victorhuang5516]

Did you guys unlock the 40mph feature on the Inokim OXO?

[@enderhelvac2415]

I will take oxo do you think its a good scooter?

[@iScoot]

Yes, they are!

[@marktreu]

I'm not sure why the OXO and the Dualtron EX were in the same category as the Mantis and 10x. They are completely different price categories at nearly twice the price. I think these are all great scooters though.

[@iScoot]

Hi Mark, at the time we filmed they were all close to the same price.

[@ENDOPRYSMyt]

Got my 10x 23 ah yesterday so fast!

[@iScoot]

aren't they just!

[@okmblackstar]

I'd love to hear / see your reviews on the apollo pro v60

[@iScoot]

Thanks, we'll consider it!

[@vpk1884]

Blade 10 EVO is under 3k on Ebay. Thats a beast!!!

[@alexcope4144]

have you guys seen or riding a Mearth GTS max by any chance, I'm in this price range and I can't seem to find any reviews on it

[@iScoot]

Hey Alex, sorry we aren't familiar with that one - what country? Is it in Australia?

[@pierrefitch]

Zero 10x beast machine so fun

[@iScoot]

Matt 120% agrees with you!

[@WawaWulff]

Well tbh i bought the biggest Mantis Pro for 1913€ what is quite more less than 3k USD. So if i had the choice for 1,9k Kaabo or 3k Dualtron i would choose the Kaabo

[@iScoot]

Can't really go wrong with a Kaabo!

[@kiwihigh]

FYI.... your music levels are way to high, I have to keep changing volume which is annoying...

[@greenhornfishing9442]

Build and engineering quality i d say the Mearth GTS And the GTS Pro all fall under the $3,000 price range..this is a real world trial after 2 months..

[@michaelosullivan4112]

Machine fox looks way better then mearth GTS and they like a tanks

[@marcusfenix55]

what about confort? the dualtron. the worst suspension compare to the other 3

[@iScoot]

We hadn't really noticed that ourselves, a good point, we'll follow that up.

[@shortybx183shortybx8]

Duoltron number one the storm100%!!!!

[@Lee-nq5om]

I think the 3600watt stated for daultron is the peak power not the actual motor power. Stated on the others

[@shortybx183shortybx8]

Love minds😎

[@teslacybertruck750]

I love the Inokim I think it's the best looking one

[@iScoot]

It has a distinct look about it - and the styling on the wheels is awesome!

[@michaelosullivan4112]

Do you guys need a vsett 11+ rear shimmer with suspension to fit on vsett 10+ that be looking bad ass set up instead of single shocks on rear way better and front it such perfect with steering damper and wider 12 inch wheels then part from that unritswap nice set of handle bars be marvelous to go for enjoy riding without using roads

[@spacefightertzz]

I could use a hill climb scooter. Seattle has a few steep hills around.

[@iScoot]

Yep, we know what you mean. It might be hard to give us a call if you are in Seattle, but the Dualtron range is probably our best recommendation for that.

[@kernalmusterd]

dualtron eagle pro

[@iScoot]

Yes please!!

[@NikolaiTsekov]

Not discussing the suspension is like missing half the point. Noone cares about accelleration with scooters over 1kW, speed is limited or is going to be around half the world, so it's all battery life and how they behave on and offroad. Plus the OXO distance from bottom to folded stem top is highest only with the offroad insert. And hell, I bet most of you have an SUV, who cares how high it is? The Zero seems so nice until you realize you need a clamp and air shock for the rear right away. OXO one side arm is great for working on the tyres. Sold 1900-2100 EUR in EU wight now... Seems too much of "proprietary" stuff. It's a bit of an Apple thing, looks great, but limited. Zero and Mantis are even cheaper. 1700-2000k EUR tops. Mantis has no seat option and it's smaller and way too soft, actually. Dualtron is no less than 2600+ EUR, so the only one at 3k+ Blade 10 beats all of them but Dualtron anyway, apart for geometry issues (Zero has them too, Mantis and OXO somewhat). Even with the 28 Ah LG comes under 2k EUR. Shares some parts with Zero and regularly updated by Eonmotors. Nanrobot D6+ is shady at best, and they use the Poland DDP road to EU, so at least partially illegally imported, it's expensive at the source. Mercane MX60... well, a tank, but way too short deck and the best geometry comes with a stem and handlebar that push you too far back (and there is no far back on it).

[@iScoot]

Thanks for the feedback! Suspension is a great idea, we'll add it to the next one!

[@robertbritt3129]

If the inokim ox single arm bends when over forced that is better than it breaking but I have dualtron and recommend them for any rider but especially any heavier rider.

[@iScoot]

Yes, we were thinking on focusing on body weight a bit more for the next one

[@TractionPhoto]

2/5 for the build quality for the oxo. Lol. You guys made a joke of this.

[@smoxesk]

i dont understand why people just dont buy a emove crusier and take it from there with upgrading it the 30ah battery is there just convert to a 60v upfgrade controllers ya moving 60mph , switch up the suspension to what yu want then ya good to go

[@velixyz-void3508]

where to buy zero 10x?

[@dennisjamison122]

i have the FLJ T113 11inch 60V 3200W Dual Motor Electric Scooter this scooter was made for me and i paid €1200 for it dan it can go 65 km/h

[@iScoot]

Sounds great!

[@besafe5969]

nice

[@chrisandshazza01]

I think you should have included rider weight limits (rider and gear adds up), suspension (type and travel), tyres (can you change to offroad). The 10x has dual 1200w motors not 1000w according to Zero specs for the 52v23amp. Also riding position, can you adjust handle grips, handle bar, throttle, what’s the rake of the bar - does the rake encroach on your standing space. Also width and length of platform and size of kick plate. If the roads are wet does the rider get wet?? ……..you will get absolutely filthy and drenched from behind with the spray that spins up from the zero - the guard doesn’t go far enough back which I find unbelievable really. I have modified my rear guard with the square bit of plastic out of the bottom of the woolies/coles bags…..works an absolute treat. It’s sitting on top but I’ll trim it up and put it underneath so there’s only an extra 1 inch lip out the back that won’t be too noticeable. I pity the person in a suit cruising down the city street if the roads are wet or he/she goes through a puddle. Power adjustment - how easy can the power be adjusted and, just how much can the power be dialled down if the kids want a go. All 4 scooters are great. I think Steve was way off the mark with scoring, other 3 guys kept it real but I think a lot more could have been rated between the 4 scooters. Cheers 🤘🤘🤘 Edit - and rider weights play a big part in testing. Few ballast bellies in there gents, nothing like a handicap🐘🐘🐘😁

[@besafe5969]

dualtron eagle pro N1

[@lil----lil]

U missed the Currus NF. It is easily the "Cadillac" out all of them.

[@iScoot]

Sounds interesting, we'll check that out for sure

[@Haimin100]

Mantis its smaller than the 10x lol ....

[@jake90770]

No top speed test?🙁

[@iScoot]

Hi Jake, we did acceleration and braking but not top speed :)

[@christophedecavalla2941]

Range? Comfort? Stability? Rating having a bell equal to braking ability! Did you bother even trying out each other’s scooters?

[@iScoot]

Hi Chris, yes, all the riders tried all the scooters, thanks.

[@cliffkang]

Very poor review in my opinion. You had 4 different individuals each testing a different scooter. Also Iscoot did not get the distribution rights for Inokim, so obviously was going to rubbish the OXO. The OX was highly rated by The Electric Scooter Guide. That speaks for itself.

[@iScoot]

Thanks for the comment. Actually, we definitely don't skew the reviews, these are our actual thoughts on these scooters! Be great if you could come and try them out side-by-side if you are in the area.

[@brandonhiggs88]

happy with my zero 10x 60v hydraulic brake version paid 2835 Canadian shipped to my door

[@iScoot]

Great scooter, Matt will love this!

[@goldenstatew2399]

Where did u order yours?

[@santi8751]

I think the kaabo mantis pro being that its under 3k is alot better then the others in this video

[@iScoot]

It is an awesome scooter

[@ionut9274]

Santi think more there is a dualtron in this ecuation✌️👍

[@jaycorsino5723]

they were kinda mean on inokim oxo..lol but ill choose the oxo in every given day..;) love all the scoot tho..

[@michaelosullivan4112]

Single stems are sucks and they do snapped very easy and rather having MX fork style are way better performance most then single stems

[@smoxesk]

i never stanned noe over 2 years but now i have fork suspension on one feels smooth but couyld be better

[@billadmond9450]

The best and only way to test electric scooters is to see the real battery range. All these kids' show up is a useless ~15 minutes of acceleration and power at the max speed and then the batteries are flat, end of the game! For $3,000 it's better if you buy a real motor scooter.

[@iScoot]

Thanks for the feedback (agreed, batteries are everything!)

[@danielz8186]

Boot test was kinda dumb

[@sigmaphi]

Can we just be honest this scooter are not even close to 1600$ with shipping included if you buy them from the manufacture directly! Made in China and rebranded scooters. the dualtron excluded as that is the iPhone of scooter over priced The Dualtron 1. It has no horns! 2. It has no proper light enough to see the road! 3. Mods are so expensive or look too cheap for the build!

[@tirorivera3022]

And the Dualtron screws all fall out and they all get stripped. awful build, I'm so disappointed with this brand.

[@montelinm]

So which one out of this list would you recommend?

[@sigmaphi]

@@montelinm Zero 10x but we have way more better scooter options out there

[@montelinm]

SigmaPhi Like what exactly? I’m interested in these better scooters you speak of.

[@sigmaphi]

@@montelinm a scooter worth the price they are talking about is the Zero 11x or the Kaabo Wolf Warrior. If you buy from rebranded sellers it will be really expensive... You can buy from manufacturers directly on Alibaba or buy from Aliexpress

[@patmccaffery1543]

No need for that annoying music. Turned off after 12 minutes....it was doing my head in..!!

[@iScoot]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@mickeydees1]

Trash scooter selection besides the Inokim for 3K