The Best Mobility Scooters (2022)

Mobility scooters are a popular option for getting about however there are loads to choose from so we have picked ten of the best to get you started.

Read more about Class 2 and Class 3 mobility scooters.

Price: £1,690

Summary: The Veleco Faster is a range topping Class 3 four wheeled scooter that's ideal for longer journeys and hilly terrain. It has three speed modes (4 mph / 8 mph / 16 mph). Check out this quick video.

Colours: Black, grey, red, blue

We Like

• Professional suspension for a comfy ride
• Powerful front disc brakes
• Powerful motor
• Four wheel stability
• Huge range
• Large wheels
• Reverse gear
• USB socket
• LCD dashboard
• Loads of storage
• Optional canopy
• Alarm

Specs

• Top Speed: 16 mph (26 km/h)
• Motor: 1000 W
• Battery: 100 Ah, 60 V
• Charge Time: 4-8 hours
• Range: 35 miles (50 km)
• Ground Clearance: 16 cm (6.2")
• Seat Height: 69 cm (27.2")
• Weight Capacity: 160 kg (353 lbs)
• Front Wheels: 20.3 cm (8")
• Rear Wheels: 25.4 cm (10")
• Tyres: Inflated
• Suspension: Full
• Maximum Slope: 30% (17°)

Dimensions

• Weight: 126 kg (278 lbs)
• Length: 158 cm (62.9")
• Width: 69 cm (27.1")
• Height: 105 cm (41.3")

Price: £1,350

Summary: The Veleco ZT 63 is a popular Class 3 scooter that's ideal for long journeys and hilly terrain. It has three speed modes (4 mph / 8 mph / 16 mph). Check out this quick video.

Colours: Black, white, red

We Like

• High tech suspension
• Powerful brakes
• Retro styling
• Lockable under seat storage
• Rear storage pod
• Huge range
• Massive wheels
• Reverse gear
• LCD dashboard
• Alarm

Specs

• Top Speed: 16 mph (26 km/h)
• Motor: 650 W
• Battery: 100 Ah, 60 V
• Charge Time: 6-8 hours
• Range: 35 miles (50 km)
• Ground Clearance: 16 cm (6.2")
• Seat Height: 77 cm (30.3")
• Weight Capacity: 160 kg (353 lbs)
• Wheels: 25.4 cm (10")
• Tyres: Inflated
• Suspension: Telescopic fork + rear shocks
• Maximum Slope: 30% (17°)

Dimensions

• Weight: 72 kg (159 lbs)
• Length: 180 cm (70.8")
• Width: 70 cm (27.5")
• Height: 110 cm (43.3")

Price: £1,690

Summary: The Green Power ZT-4 is a high spec Class 3 four wheeled scooter with powerful front disc brakes, advanced suspension and three speed modes (4 mph / 8 mph / 15 mph). Check out this quick video.

It is shipped fully assembled and you get a proper handover with 30 minute demo. Key options include the 800 W motor that is ideal for hilly areas (£99), Lithium battery for an 85 mile range (£250) and a full captains chair (£150).

Colours: Red

We Like

• Powerful brakes
• Sporty dune buggy looks
• Adjustable seat
• Key fob operated alarm
• Huge load capacity
• Sliding adjustable seat
• Locking under seat storage
• Clever cubbyholes
• Reverse gear
• Optional captain's chair upgrade

Specs

• Top Speed: 15 mph (25 km/h)
• Motor: 500 W
• Battery: 100 Ah, 60 V
• Charge Time: 4-6 hours
• Range: 45 miles (72 km)
• Weight Capacity: 178 kg (392 lbs)
• Wheels: 25.4 cm (10")
• Tyres: Inflated
• Suspension: Full
• Maximum Slope: 27% (15°)

Dimensions

• Weight: 105 kg (232 lbs)
• Length: 165 cm (64.9")
• Width: 71 cm (28")
• Height: 108 cm (42.5")

Price: £1,890

Summary: The BL800 is a popular Class 3 four wheeled scooter that's ideal for longer journeys and hilly terrain. It has three speed modes (4 mph / 8 mph / 15.5 mph) and drum brakes all round. Check out this quick video.

It is shipped fully assembled and you get a proper handover with a 30-60 minute demo. Key options include the 800 W motor that's ideal for hilly areas (£99) and Lithium batteries for an 85 mile range (£250).

Colours: Black, red

We Like

• Professional suspension for a comfy ride
• Four wheel stability
• Huge carrying capacity
• Large wheels
• Reverse gear
• Key fob operated alarm
• Sliding captain's chair
• LED lights
• Lockable underseat storage
• Dual bag hooks
• Front bumper bars

Specs

• Top Speed: 15.5 mph (25 km/h)
• Motor: 500 W
• Battery: 80 Ah, 48 V
• Charge Time: 4-6 hours
• Range: 45 miles (72 km)
• Weight Capacity: 180 kg (397 lbs)
• Wheels: 25.4 cm (10")
• Tyres: Inflated
• Suspension: Full
• Maximum Slope: 27% (15°)

Dimensions

• Weight: 105 kg (232 lbs)
• Length: 165 cm (65")
• Width: 66 cm (26")
• Height: 107 cm (42")

Price: £1,690

Summary: The Unique 500 is a premium Class 3 scooter that's ideal for long journeys and hilly terrain. It has three speed modes (4 mph / 8 mph / 15 mph). Check out this quick video.

It is shipped fully assembled and you get a 30-60 minute demo / handover. Options include the 800 W motor that's ideal for hilly areas (£99), Lithium battery for an 85 mile range (£250) and all weather tyres (£200).

Colours: Black (our fav.), white, red, pale red, blue

We Like

• High tech suspension
• Funky retro styling
• LED dash
• Mini fly screen
• Lockable under seat storage
• Rear storage pod
• Huge range
• Massive wheels
• Reverse gear
• Freewheeling ability
• LCD dashboard
• Powerful brakes
• Alarm

Specs

• Top Speed: 15 mph (24 km/h)
• Motor: 500 W
• Battery: 100 Ah, 60 V
• Charge Time: 4-6 hours
• Range: 45 miles (72 km)
• Weight Capacity: 178 kg (392 lbs)
• Wheels: 25.4 cm (10")
• Tyres: Inflated
• Suspension: Telescopic fork + rear shocks
• Maximum Slope: 27% (15°)

Dimensions

• Weight: 105 kg (232 lbs)
• Length: 175 cm (69")
• Width: 70 cm (28")
• Height: 110 cm (43")

Price: £1,700

Summary: The Drive DeVilbiss Folding Scooter is an advanced Class 2 scooter that's ideal for short journeys, storing in a car boot and for those with less room at home. Check out this quick video.

Colours: Blue, red

We Like

• Fancy 15 second folding mechanism with remote trigger
• Compact floor mounted Lithium battery
• Impressive range for the battery size
• Height adjustable tiller
• Anti roll back for hills
• LCD dashboard
• Freewheel mode
• Light weight

Specs

• Top Speed: 4 mph (6.4 km/h)
• Motor: 120 W
• Battery: 10 Ah, 26 V
• Range: 13 miles (21 km)
• Ground Clearance: 4 cm (1.6")
• Seat Height: 56 cm (22")
• Weight Capacity: 127 kg (280 lbs)
• Front Wheels: 15 cm (6")
• Rear Wheels: 18 cm (7")
• Tyres: Solid
• Suspension: None
• Maximum Slope: 8.8% (5°)

Dimensions

• Weight: 27.5 kg (61 lbs)
• Length: 96 cm (38") [44 cm / 17.5" folded]
• Width: 62 cm (24.5") [62 cm / 24.5" folded]
• Height: 88 cm (34.5") [64 cm / 25.5" folded]

Price: £695

Summary: The Scout Venture is a popular Class 2 scooter that's ideal for short journeys. Check out this quick video.

Colours: Red, blue

We Like

• Height / width adjustable 360 swivel seat
• Delta Bar adjustable tiller
• Easy to swap colour panels
• Disassembles into five pieces
• Easy swap battery pack
• Hill anti roll back
• Easy freewheeling when it's off
• Half speed reverse gear

Specs

• Top Speed: 4 mph (6.4 km/h)
• Motor: 270 W
• Battery: 40 Ah, 12 V
• Range: 13 miles (21 km)
• Ground Clearance: 6 cm (2.5")
• Weight Capacity: 130 kg (286 lbs)
• Wheels: 20 cm (7.9")
• Tyres: Solid
• Suspension: None
• Maximum Slope: 14% (8°)

Dimensions

• Weight: 47.8 kg (105 lbs)
• Length: 108 cm (42.5")
• Width: 48 cm (19")
• Height: 91 cm (36")

Price: £700 - £900

Summary: The Go-Go Elite Traveller is a popular Class 2 scooter that's ideal for short journeys and which sits at a decent price point. Check out this quick video.

Colours: Red, blue

We Like

• Easy to remove battery pack
• Interchangeable red / blue covers
• Easy to disassemble five piece design
• Regenerative braking
• Rear storage pocket
• Removable basket
• Angle adjustable tiller
• Freewheel switch for easy moving when the motor is off
• Optional 18 Ah battery with 14 miles range (14.5 kg / 31.8 lbs)

Specs

• Top Speed: 4 mph (6.4 km/h)
• Motor: 180 W
• Battery: 12 Ah (12.5 kg / 27.5 lbs)
• Range: 12 miles (19 km)
• Ground Clearance: 5.7 cm (2.25")
• Seat Height: 35.5 cm (14")
• Weight Capacity: 147 kg (325 lbs)
• Front Wheels: 20.3 cm (8")
• Rear Wheels: 22.9 cm (9")
• Tyres: Solid
• Suspension: None
• Maximum Slope: 10.5% (6°)

Dimensions

• Weight: 36 kg (79 lbs)
• Length: 100 cm (39.5")
• Width: 50 cm (19.5")
• Height: 86 cm (33.9")

Price: £600 - £700

Summary: The ST1 is a popular Class 2 scooter that's ideal for short journeys and storing in a car boot. Check out this quick video.

Colours: Red, blue

We Like

• Easy five piece wire free disassembly
• Tight turning circle
• Adjustable delta bar tiller
• Anti roll back function for hills
• Freewheel switch for easy moving when the motor is off
• Speed setting
• Removable basket
• Lightweight

Specs

• Top Speed: 4 mph (6.4 km/h)
• Motor: 250 W
• Battery: 24 Ah, 12 V (8.2 kg, 18 lbs)
• Range: 6 miles (10 km)
• Ground Clearance: 6.5 cm (2.5")
• Seat Height: 52-56 cm (20"-22")
• Weight Capacity: 115 kg (251 lbs)
• Wheels: 19.5 cm (8")
• Tyres: Solid
• Suspension: None
• Maximum Slope: 10.5% (6°)

Dimensions

• Weight: 40 kg (88 lbs)
• Length: 100 cm (39")
• Width: 51 cm (20")
• Height: 89 cm (35")

Price: £3,700

Summary: If you want to see how extreme mobility scooters can be then check out the TGA Vita X. It's a top of the range Class 3 off-road mobility scooter with advanced independent suspension, big off-road ready wheels and full LED lighting. Check out this quick video.

Do you need an absolute beast for popping to the shops? No, but then who really needs a Range Rover to drop the kids off at school.

Why is it featuring at No. 10 in the list? It's hilariously over spec for the average owner and you could buy two other high end models in different colours with change instead.

Colours: Black

We Like: We could list all the features we like, but it would be a long list. If you can think of it, chances are it has it.

Specs

• Top Speed: 8 mph (13 km/h)
• Motor: 900 W
• Battery: 100 Ah, 24 V
• Charge Time: 4-8 hours
• Range: 25 miles (40 km)
• Ground Clearance: 10 cm (4")
• Weight Capacity: 158 kg (348 lbs)
• Front Wheels: 35 cm (14")
• Rear Wheels: 38 cm (15")
• Tyres: Inflated
• Suspension: Full
• Maximum Slope: 17% (10°)

Dimensions

• Weight: 150 kg (330 lbs)
• Length: 162 cm (63")
• Width: 79 cm (31")
• Height: 119 cm (47")

What Are Class 2 And Class 3 Mobility Scooters?

There are three classes of mobility vehicle in the UK:

Class 1

Manually propelled wheelchairs (not electric).

Class 2

Powered wheelchairs and mobility scooters intended for paths, pavements and shopping centres but with a maximum speed of 4 mph (6 km/h).

The class is split into travel scooters at the lower end, with smaller wheels and a lighter build than pavement focused scooters at the top end. Some even dismantle or fold, making them easy to transport in a car boot.

Class 3

Powered wheelchairs and mobility scooters intended for use on roads with a speed limit of 50 mph or above, at a maximum speed of 8 mph (12 km/h).

They can be used on the pavement up to 4 mph, so tend to have a speedometer and must be registered with the DVLA.

They tend to be heavier and more expensive but usually offer greater range and more comfortable seats.

Do I Need To Insure My Mobility Scooter?

It isn't a legal requirement but might be a good idea to cover the value of the scooter, your own personal safety and the safety of others. Insurance tends to be around £50 - £60 but will vary with the value of the scooter, your area and individual circumstances.

Some training courses are also available to hone your driving skills.

Do I Have To Wear A Helmet On A Mobility Scooter?

Legally the answer is no however you only have one head and pavements are as hard as roads. 

Which Mobility Scooters Are Best For Hills?

Class 3 mobility scooters tend to be better for hills and longer journeys due to their more powerful motors, huge battery and larger wheels.

Can You Fit Two People On A Mobility Scooter?

You may be able to physically fit two people on a large Class 3 scooter with three to four wheels but legally they are meant to be an "invalid carriage" for one person registered as disabled.

Is A Golf Buggy A Mobility Scooter?

While they may feature similar technology to class two and three mobility scooters they are not technically "invalid carriages" for use by a disabled person and therefore cannot be used on the road or pavements in the same way as a mobility scooter.

How Did We Rank Our Top Ten?

We looked at all the class two and three mobility scooters you can buy new and picked the top contenders, taking into account style, power, technology and value for money.