Much like cars, mobility scooters come in many different brands, costs and sizes with an array of varied features. So...how do you choose which one is right for you?
To save you time, we have carried out some research and have listed below what we consider to be the top 5 mobility scooters on the market right now.
Top 5 Mobility Scooters...
1. The speedy mobility scooter...
Pride Raptor Scooter
Cost: £2,878.80 (inc VAT)
Max speed: 14 mph
Range: 31 miles
Max weight capacity: 181kg/28st 6lbs
Features:
- Available in 7 different colours
- Full comfort-trac suspension system
- Glides smoothly over varied terrains
- Dual mirrors to improve visability
- LED headlights, brake lights and directional lights
- LCD digital display
- XLR USB Charger
2. The convenient mobility scooter...
Drive Devilbiss Auto-folding Scooter
Cost: £2759.94 (inc VAT)
Max speed: 4mph
Range: 13 miles
Max weight capacity: 125kg/19st 7lbs
Features:
- Automatically folds and unfolds in just 15 seconds by using the remote or buttons on the scooter.
- Fits into small car boots due to compact design
- Lightweight weighing 27.5kg
- Airline-friendly batteries
- Padded seat and backrest for enhanced comfort
- Solid puncture-proof tires
- Onboard charging with batteries included
- Anti rollback system
3. The stylish mobility scooter...
VELECO ZT63 Vespa Class-3 Mobility Scooter
Cost: £1,280
Max speed: 8mph
Range: 25-35 miles
Max weight capacity: 199kg/31st
Features:
- Can be used on pavement or road
- Easily ascend a hill of 30% while carrying 31 stone of maximum weight.
- Comes with an alarm and remote
- Built with full suspension to minimalise risk of damage
- 650W motor
Would you like to test drive the VELECO Vespa Class-3? Book a test drive on their website!
4. The cheap & cheerful mobility scooter...
CareCo AirLite X Travel Mobility Scooter
Cost: £599.99
Max speed: 4mph
Range: 7.5 miles
Max weight capacity: 115kg/18st
Features:
- Offboard charging
- Operated by 10ah batteries
- Puncture-proof tyres
- Anti rollback system
- 12 months parts and labour warranty
- 3 months free insurance cover
5. The 2 seater mobility scooter...
Scooterpac The Tandem Mobility Scooter
Cost: £5,874
Max speed: 8mph
Range: 25 miles
Max weight capacity: 200kg/31st combined weight
Features:
- 2 seater configuration
- Powerful electric motor
- Swivel function on rear seat
- Rear seat is removable and can be replaced with a rear storage box.
- Dual 12V 75Ah batteries
- Available in 3 colours (black, red, blue)
Comparison
| Pride Raptor Scooter | Drive Devilbiss Auto-folding Scooter | VELECO ZT63 Vespa Class-3 Scooter | CareCo AirLite X Travel Scooter | Scooterpac The Tandem Scooter | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost | £2,878.80 | £2,759.94 | £1,280 | £599.99 | £5,874 |
| Max Speed | 14 mph | 4 mph | 8 mph | 4 mph | 8 mph |
| Range | 31 miles | 13 miles | 25-35 miles | 7.5 miles | 25 miles |
| Max weight capacity | 181kg/28st 6lbs | 125kg/19st 7lbs | 199kg/31st | 115kg/18st | 200kg/31st combined weight |
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