hoverboard review

hoverboard review

If you haven’t been living under a rock lately, you have most likely seen these cool new toys that have become extremely popular with celebrities and everyday people alike – the self balancing scooter (or hoverboard). Everyone from Jimmy Fallon to Justin Bieber is riding them (although, it must be admitted that Chris Brown rides it best). Imagine a Segway without handles, and able to go at a speed around 8km/h – 20km/h (depending on the model) , and you have a picture of what we are talking about. It is lightweight, smart and easy to move. They are incredibly fun to ride, and take some time getting used to.

However, before you buy one, you need to know which is the best self balancing scooter to go for. There are numerous hoverboards on the market, and it can be hard to decide between them, especially as they haven’t even reached the streets everywhere yet. So how do you find one that suits your taste and your pocket? Sometimes the price is worth it, and sometimes it is just a small design improvement. We help you find the right one with our reviews and guides. Read on for pros and cons of the different hoverboards, and what sets one apart from the other.

WHY SHOULD YOU BUY A SELF-BALANCING SCOOTER?

It might look a lot of fun on celebrities’ Instagrams, but are these gadgets really for you? The answer is probably yes as the convenience and cost-effectiveness it offers is something that everyone can benefit from. If you still need reasons as to why a self-balancing scooter is a good buy, here are some of its major advantages.

RUNS ON BATTERIES:

There is no need to fill a tank or store gas. You just need batteries to run the scooter. Store up on some batteries and you have a virtually never-ending, never-stopping, fully dependable ride. As easy as that.

EASY TO NAVIGATE:

There is nothing complex in the way hoverboards are controlled. All you have to is lean forward when you want to accelerate, and lean back when you want it to stop. If you want to turn left or right, you just need to turn the right handlebar forward or backward. These simple instructions are all you need to know before you jump aboard your new ride.

LIGHT:

This is one of the most obvious advantages. The design of these two wheel scooters is such that it is not bulky or heavy. They have a light framework, which also allows you to carry them anywhere easily if you have to.

LOW MAINTENANCE:

Hoverboards do not require heavy maintenance. You just have to periodically check up on the batteries. Everything else is pretty much taken care of on its own.

PERFECT FOR URBAN LIVING:

Of course, you cannot forego your subway ride to the office or your two hour drive to the hospital with this scooter. But it is perfect for small errands like buying the groceries. It is apt for distances of five to ten kilometers, and can take a little extra load, so your trips to the supermarket just became a whole lot more fun.

ECO-FRIENDLY:

While you are making a good choice for yourself by choosing a two wheel scooter, you are also benefitting the environment. It is a win-win situation.