Pick a kids' electric scooter by the maker's age, height and weight limits. Ages 5 to 8: the seated Hiboy Q2 Lite, 9 mph. Ages 6 to 10: the Segway C2 Lite, 9.9 mph. From 9: the Segway C2 Pro, 12.4 mph, with parent speed control. From 12: the Hiboy S2 Lite, 13 mph. From 14: the Segway Ninebot E2 Plus II, 15.5 mph. All cost under $500.
Every age, height and weight limit below is the maker's own. We sell every model here with free shipping to the lower 48, and our technicians service them in our shops.
Kids' and teens' electric scooters by age
| Electric scooter | Age (maker) | Rider height | Max rider weight | Top speed | Range | Price band* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hiboy Q2 Lite (seated) | 5 to 8 | Not published | 110 lb | 9 mph | Up to 5 miles | $200–$300 |
| Hiboy Joy Haul (seated) | 5 to 8 | Not published | 110 lb | 9 mph | Up to 5 miles | $200–$300 |
| Segway C2 Lite | 6 to 10 | 3'8" to 4'8" | 110 lb | 9.9 mph | 5.6 to 8.7 miles | $150–$250 |
| Segway C2 Pro | 9 and up | 3'8" to 5'6" | 132 lb | 12.4 mph | 7.5 to 9.3 miles | $200–$350 |
| Hiboy S2 Lite | 12 and up | 3'7" to 5'7" | 180 lb | 13 mph | Up to 10.6 miles | $250–$400 |
| Segway Ninebot E2 Plus II | 14 and up | 4'6" and up | 198 lb | 15.5 mph | 12.4 to 15.5 miles | $250–$450 |
*Price band from our current price; the product page shows today's price. Ages, heights, weights, speeds and ranges are Segway's and Hiboy's published figures as listed on our product pages; where the maker's own site differs, both are shown below. Range depends on rider weight, terrain and temperature.
Best for ages 5 to 8: Hiboy Q2 Lite
The Hiboy Q2 Lite is a seated electric scooter, so a young rider sits down instead of balancing on a deck. It has three speed modes, 3, 6 and 9 mph, and parents pick the mode. A drum brake and an electronic brake work together, the 8.5-inch tires are puncture-resistant, and it has a headlight, a rear brake light and glowing deck lights. The battery is UL 2272 certified. It weighs 25.8 lb and carries up to 110 lb; Hiboy sells it for kids aged 5 to 8.
The Hiboy Joy Haul is the same seated design with a shark-shaped storage bag on the back and a third brake, a foot brake, at 26.9 lb. Same ages, same 9 mph and 110 lb limits; the bag is the difference.
Best first stand-up electric scooter, ages 6 to 10: Segway C2 Lite
The Segway C2 Lite is the lightest model here at 17.2 lb, for riders aged 6 to 10, 3'8" to 4'8" tall and up to 110 lb. A 130W motor gives 7.5 mph in Standard mode for beginners and 9.9 mph in Sport, for up to 8.7 miles in Standard or 5.6 miles in Sport, about 70 minutes of riding. The 7-inch tires are solid, so they can't go flat, and it stops with a rear drum brake on a hand lever.
The trade-off: it has ambient deck lights but no headlight or brake light, so it is a daytime electric scooter, and the IPX4 rating covers splashes, not rain.
Best for ages 9 and up: Segway C2 Pro
The Segway C2 Pro grows with the rider. The stem sets at three heights for riders from 3'8" to 5'6", up to 132 lb, and parents can control its speed from the Segway-Ninebot app. A 150W motor (260W peak) gives 9.3 mph in Standard and 12.4 mph in Sport, with a mechanical drum brake and 7-inch hollow tires that can't be punctured. It adds a Bluetooth speaker and ambient lights.
Our listing gives up to 9.3 miles and about 23.6 lb; Segway's US site lists up to 7.5 miles and 23.1 lb. Our listing also gives 7.5 miles at top speed, so the lower figure is the one to plan on.
Best for ages 12 and up: Hiboy S2 Lite
The Hiboy S2 Lite is the first electric scooter for a lot of the teenagers we meet. Hiboy recommend it for ages 12 and up, 3'7" to 5'7" tall and up to 180 lb. It reaches 13 mph in Sport mode, with an Eco mode for gentler starts, and is rated for up to 10.6 miles. At 21.8 lb it folds small for a closet or a car trunk, the 6.5-inch tires are solid, and it stops with an electronic brake plus a rear foot brake; Hiboy recommend using both together for the shortest stop. There's no app, which keeps it simple.
Best for ages 14 and up: Segway Ninebot E2 Plus II
The Segway Ninebot E2 Plus II is the step into an adult-style electric scooter, and the one our listing recommends for beginners and teens. It is for riders 14 and up, at least 4'6" tall and up to 198 lb, with a 300W motor (500W max), 15.5 mph, front coil suspension and puncture-proof hollow tires. Range is up to 15.5 miles in Eco or about 12.4 miles at full speed, and it weighs about 36 lb.
For riders 16 and up, more choices are in the best electric scooters under $500, which Segway electric scooter to buy and which Hiboy electric scooter to buy.
How to choose the right size
- Age is the maker's minimum, not a target. A small 9-year-old may fit the C2 Lite better than the C2 Pro; a tall 11-year-old may fit the S2 Lite's height range before the age.
- Height and weight limits matter more than age. Every model here lists a maximum rider weight, and most list a height range. Above the weight limit, speed, range and braking all suffer.
- Seated or standing. The Q2 Lite and Joy Haul have a seat, which suits the youngest riders still learning balance. The rest are stand-up electric scooters.
- Speed control. Every model has a slower mode for beginners. The Q2 Lite and Joy Haul start at 3 mph, and the C2 Pro lets a parent set the speed in the app.
- Lights. The C2 Lite has no headlight; the Q2 Lite, Joy Haul and S2 Lite do.
Safety first: helmets, speed and where to ride
- A helmet on every ride, a properly fitted bicycle helmet that meets the CPSC standard. California requires one by law for electric scooter riders under 18. See helmets and safety gear.
- Start in the slowest mode and move up as their braking gets reliable. A first ride belongs in a driveway, a quiet park path or an empty lot, with an adult watching.
- Know the local rules. State electric scooter laws are written for public streets and often set a minimum age: in New York City you must be 16 to ride an electric scooter, and electric scooters aren't allowed on sidewalks; in California riders need a driver's license or instruction permit. Kids' models are for private property and places where local rules allow them. See electric scooter laws in NYC and California electric scooter and e-bike laws.
- Batteries. Look for a certified battery (the Q2 Lite and Joy Haul batteries are UL 2272 certified), use the charger that came with it, and never charge it wet, swollen or damaged: bring it straight in. Why certification matters is in our battery safety law guide.
Segway's US site lists the C2 Pro at up to 7.5 miles and 23.1 lb (our listing: 9.3 miles, 23.6 lb). The C2 Lite's speed, age, height and weight limits match Segway's US store, and Hiboy's own store sells the Q2 Lite and Joy Haul for ages 5 to 8 and the S2 Lite for teens, as our listings do. Ask us on (516) 300-0944 if one of these decides it for you.
Service for kids' electric scooters
Our technicians service every electric scooter we sell, and any other brand, wherever you bought it; express service runs at every shop. On kids' models, the brakes, the folding stem and the charger are what we see most.
| Service | From |
|---|---|
| Simple inspection (any brand, any issue) | Free |
| Brake repair (pads, disc clean, clearance) | $25 |
| Brake cable and lever replacement | $75 |
| Folding hinge and latch repair | $30 |
| Stem and handlebar clamp replacement | $20 |
| Charging port repair | $35 |
| Charger replacement | $35 |
| Won't turn on / no power | $35 |
| Tune-up and safety check | $50 |
Starting prices, parts and labor included; the final price depends on the model and the part.
Our shops are in New York City (Flushing, Elmhurst, Brooklyn and Long Island City) and San Francisco, where you can see these models in person. Walk in, or book a repair. Every one bought from us has a one-year Wilson's warranty against manufacturing defects, and we manage the claim.
Browse all kids' electric scooters to see today's price on every model, plus helmets and safety gear. Buying one as a present? See electric scooter gift ideas by age and budget. Free shipping to the lower 48, and checkout by card, Shop Pay, Apple Pay or Google Pay (see ways to pay). Looking for something with knobby tires? Kids' and teens' electric dirt bikes are in the best electric dirt bikes, and electric balance bikes for ages 3 to 5 are in the best kids' e-bikes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best electric scooter for a 10-year-old?
The Segway C2 Pro, for riders 9 and up and 3'8" to 5'6", with parent speed control in the app and a 12.4 mph top speed. A smaller 10-year-old under 4'8" also fits the Segway C2 Lite.
What is the best electric scooter for a 12-year-old?
The Hiboy S2 Lite: ages 12 and up, 3'7" to 5'7", up to 180 lb, 13 mph and 21.8 lb.
What age can a child ride an electric scooter?
Makers start at 5, with seated models like the Hiboy Q2 Lite (ages 5 to 8). Stand-up kids' models start at 6. Public street rules are separate: New York City, for example, sets 16 as the minimum age for riding an electric scooter, and California requires a driver's license or instruction permit.
How fast should a kids' electric scooter go?
The models here run 9 to 9.9 mph for ages 5 to 10, 12.4 to 13 mph from ages 9 and 12, and 15.5 mph from 14. Every one has a slower beginner mode.
What is the best electric scooter for a teenager?
The Hiboy S2 Lite from 12 and the Segway Ninebot E2 Plus II from 14 (15.5 mph, up to 198 lb). Older teens have more choices in our under-$500 guide.
Do kids need a helmet on an electric scooter?
Yes, every ride. California requires a helmet for electric scooter riders under 18, and New York requires one for riders aged 16 and 17.
Sources: Segway's and Hiboy's published specifications as listed on our six product pages; Segway's US site (C2 Pro page) and US store (C2 Lite); Hiboy's official store listings; California Vehicle Code §21235 (helmet under 18, driver's license or permit); New York City and New York State electric scooter rules as cited in our NYC electric scooter law guide. Repair prices: Wilson's price list. This guide is general information, not legal advice.
