7 cheapest hoverboards

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

There is no doubt that expensive electronics are in most cases more perfect than budget counterparts, but the latter cannot be written off. So, among inexpensive gyro scooters there are really decent models, which, moreover, are more affordable for those who cannot afford significant spending on a futuristic device for movement. Cheap devices will also be useful for those who want to ride infrequently, just try it, or for temporary use, for example, on a trip.

A group of portal experts has identified some of the most popular gyro scooters with the lowest price.

Rating of the best inexpensive hoverboards

Smart Balance PRO PREMIUM 10.5 V1 (+ AUTOBALANCE, + MOBILE APP)

Rating: 4.9

The first in the rating, one of the most bought gyro scooters in the middle segment Smart Balance PRO PREMIUM 10.5 V1, the cost of which does not exceed 9,990 rubles. The device is designed for a rider weighing up to 120 kg, but you need to remember: the harder the rider, the quieter the speed will be, which in normal mode reaches 15 km / h. The engine power is 1 kW, and its operation is provided by the original durable Samsung Lithium battery 36V 4.4AH, which has up to 20 km of run on a single charge (charging duration 3-4 hours). The gyro scooter weighs 14.5 kg – a little for a similar device, but it will be hard for a young rider.

Due to its low acceleration speed and engine power, the Smart Balance PRO PREMIUM 10.5 V1 hover scooter is more suitable for teenagers – they will be able to ride faster due to their low weight. The ride characteristics of the device satisfy just the basic needs of driving on a flat road with a maximum angle of elevation of up to 150 on small wheels with a diameter of 10.5 inches. The main feature of the model is control via a smartphone with the tao tao application installed.

Advantages

• Protection degree of units IP 54 (against water and dust jets);

• Diverse design;

• Mobile application management;

• Wheels are able to overcome minor irregularities;

• Battery rated for 1000 charge cycles;

• Optimal speed for a teenager;

disadvantages

• Will not satisfy an adult rider with a decrease in speed, despite the declared load up to 120 kg;

• Relatively heavy weight;

• Long battery charging;

Smart Balance 9 Off-Road

Rating: 4.8

The second line was taken by a less powerful gyro scooter worth about 9,990 rubles with an 800 W Smart Balance 9 Off-Road engine, capable of accelerating to 15 km / h and working out the same 20 km on a single battery charge (4.4 Ah). The battery takes only 2-2.5 hours to charge, and this is the model's advantage over the leader of the rating. The device is designed for a driver's weight from 30 to 130 kg, but, again, as the load increases, the acceleration speed will only decrease, especially with a relatively weak engine. The wheels of the Smart Balance 9 Off-Road are 9-inch, but elastic, the device has excellent cross-country ability on uneven surfaces, sand, grass and light off-road. The hoverboard is designed for riding in bad weather, so it is not afraid of water from puddles or rain, as well as dropping temperatures below zero.

Of the additional features, riders will appreciate the presence of speakers with a channel connection Bluetooth, as well as bright dynamic lighting, which additionally ensures the safety of the rider in the dark.

Advantages

• Wheels of high cross-country ability;

• There is a highlight and Bluetooth columns;

• Large margin of safety;

• Relatively fast charging;

• Possibility to ride in any weather;

disadvantages

• The engine is only 0.8 kW;

• Small acceleration up to 15 km / h.

CARCAM Smart Balance 10.5 ”

Rating: 4.7

Giroskuter KARKAM Smart Balance 10.5 “with increased durability of 150 kilograms accelerates to 20 km / h and will allow you to travel at this speed up to 20 km on a single charge of a 4.4 Ah lithium-ion battery, the resource of which is renewed from the network in 3 hours. At the same time, the engine is the same 0.8 kW, similar to the previously considered model, and the diameter of the rubber wheels is 10.5 inches, designed for off-road patency, but users note some difficulty of the device in driving on uneven terrain.

The advantage of the KARKAM Smart Balance 10.5 “model is the presence of a loop-handle on the platform for carrying. By the way, the weight of the gyroscooter is only 12 kg. The design provides for musical Bluetooth speakers, bright LED-backlighting.

You can buy a gyroscooter KARKAM Smart Balance 10.5 “for about 8,990 rubles.

Advantages

• There is a carrying handle;

• Large wheels;

• Loudspeakers;

• Relatively light weight;

• Large margin of safety;

disadvantages

• Insufficient protection against water and dust;

• Difficulties arise when driving off-road.

SpeedRoll 01APP Premium Smart

Rating: 4.7

The SpeedRoll 01APP Premium Smart gyro scooter is an average performance solution in the rating of budget vehicles for riding. It will withstand a rider weighing up to 120 kg and will accelerate up to 18 km / h, having a power reserve in the battery for all 20 km. The engine is not the most powerful, but hardy – 700 W, it will be enough for a long service life. On smooth asphalt and small irregularities, wheels with a diameter of 6.5 inches ride perfectly, and small bumps and stones up to 1.5-2 cm are almost not felt. The build quality of the SpeedRoll 01APP Premium Smart hoverboard does not raise questions, the plastic reliably protects the electronics from getting wet and dusty.

Connection Bluetooth allows you to control the hoverboard while riding from your smartphone.

The cost of SpeedRoll 01APP Premium Smart is about 9 200 rubles.

Advantages

• There is a backlight;

• Build quality;

• Charging for 2 hours;

• Good power reserve and speed;

• There are music speakers;

• Weight is only 12 kg;

disadvantages

• Small ground clearance;

• There are problems with marriage.

HIPER ES65

Rating: 4.6

The fifth in the ranking is the HIPER ES65 gyro scooter with a less powerful motor (700 W), which will allow it to accelerate only up to 10 km / h, but it is convenient to balance on it for a beginner rider or a teenage child, although the calculation is made for a person weighing up to 120 kg. The wheels of the device with a diameter of only 6.5 inches (166 mm) allow you to ride only on flat asphalt – you cannot conquer the off-road on such, and there is no proper depreciation.

At a lower developed speed, the battery capacity remains the same (4400 mAh), it is enough to drive a distance of 20 km, and the battery is charged in just 2 hours.

Compactness provides the HIPER ES65 hoverboard with a low weight – only 10.5 kg, this is the optimal weight value, especially for young users.

The cost of an economical compact model is about 9,990 rubles.

Advantages

• High-quality plastic case and good protection against moisture and dust;

• Soft ride with good handling;

• Fast set of speed;

disadvantages

• Small wheels are preferable for smooth asphalt;

• Low driving speed.

Smart Balance Wheel 6.5

Rating: 4.5

The third model from the Smart brand of the Balance series is in sixth place in our rating. The matter is in the reduced load – only up to 80 kg, as well as in the comparatively lower range of up to 15 km compared to the leaders, but the speed reaches 16 km / h. In addition, the engine is the weakest so far – only half a kilowatt. The battery of traditional capacity 4.4 Ah will cut itself all 4 hours.

The diameter of the wheels is 165 mm (6.5 inches), on which the gyrocopter feels confident mainly on a flat road surface, you cannot ride on it on the grass. Users also note weak plastic: it does not chip, but it scratches significantly, which is striking. However, this does not affect the protective properties of the housing, and the internal mechanisms with electronic units are not exposed to water jets (IPX-4 protection).

Smart Balance Wheel 6.5 can be controlled from the Tao Tao app on a smartphone, the platform has built-in music speakers for a fun and dynamic ride.

The cost of the hovercraft model is about 5500 rubles.

Advantages

• Optimal weight 11 kg, there is a bag for carrying;

• Good power reserve;

• Capacious battery;

disadvantages

• Weak motor;

• Long-term charging;

• Low acceleration speed;

HOVERBOT A-3 LIGHT

Rating: 4.5

Compared to the previously reviewed Smart Balance Wheel, the HOVERBOT A-3 LIGHT hoverboard model looks more modest, from which it receives only the seventh, final place in the rating. Judge for yourself: with a similar 500 W engine and a similar 15 km range, the driving speed is only 10 km / h. But there is also an advantage: a battery of the same capacity of 4.4 Ah can be charged for only 2 hours, and the device itself is designed for a rider weighing up to 120 kg. The wheels are small, their diameter is 6.5 inches and the low clearance makes it comfortable to ride on a flat city road with good asphalt.

The hoverboard control via a special application on a smartphone is possible thanks to the channel Bluetooth. When driving, the wheels glow brightly!

Despite the less impressive main characteristics, HOVERBOT A-3 LIGHT is much more expensive than Smart Balance and is priced at 8,990 rubles.

Advantages

• Light weight 9.5 kg and carrying case included;

• Relatively fast battery charging;

• Large selection of colors;

disadvantages

• Defects are often found in parties;

• Minimum driving speed;

• Weak engine;

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.