SegwayNinebot Air T15 Electric Kick Scooter, Lightweight and Portable, Innovative Step-Control, White

Pros:Lightweight (23lb) compared to many other limited range/entry level scooters (33lbs)Shorter, so fits in a Miata trunk which no other adult Segway model did.Compact, even the handlebars fold down so it transports well on crowded train, even in front of you while sitting if necessary.Easy to roll like a dolly when folded.One click switch to fold/unfold is awesome.Rear fender step to power on/off is awesome.Kind of a gimmick but I use it - the packaging doubles as a stand.Cons:Realistically 5.5 mile range is very limitingTop speed maxes at 12mph which is all you'd want to do on these solid tiny tires.Requires smooth uncracked surface or ride is really rough.Almost unusable on moderate hills.Small scooter so over six foot tall people probably shouldn't consider.Super cool lighting display option to choose any color (go purple!) is only effective if you connect to the app every ride otherwise it is default red.The cons are the result of this being a very specific purpose built scooter. If you have a very predictable scooter commute and don't need much more than 5 miles of range per trip (or have a charger at your destination), your scooter path is flat and well paved but wouldn't be safe at faster than 12mph, your commute involves a crowded train AND a compact two seat car with a child seat and a tiny trunk, AND you can get this on sale or used for no more than $250 you'll be very pleased with the purchase.Otherwise, and especially if space isn't as big a consideration, just get a slightly larger heavier but more comfortable scooter (pneumatic tires) with a much better range and a little better top speed for the 3-400 dollar range.I use the T15 for my driving/scooting/train work commute where I also charge at work, but have a separate larger scooter (Segway F35) for more unpredictable terrain and/or longer rides.Kudos to the designers though, who took a very specific and limiting brief and knocked it out of the park. I find delight in objects that are purpose built rather than built to appeal to the largest possible audience (see the Miata). Too bad there isn't a big enough audience for this (or almost any audience at full price) but at least it existed for a bit. And as batteries get better, I hope what they found in creating the T15 informs design decisions of future models.

The media could not be loaded. I am extremely disappointed with this seller. This scooter fails to charge or turn on, and this issue has occurred with another Air T15 that I purchased several months ago. It has been a persistent problem, and I am appalled that the seller is not taking any action to address or prevent such issues. My frustration is primarily directed towards this seller. I reached out to Ninbot Technical Service, and they informed me that the seller named "The Thrifty Posey" is not an authorized dealer. It is not surprising, given the name itself. I am furious because Amazon hides the seller's name and information. When I clicked on the product I purchased, it was listed as sold from the Segway store. This was a total lie.If the scooter is not defective, I actually really enjoyed it. I really like the sleek design and the way that it’s being displayed when you’re not using it’s very compact and beautifully designed. The battery doesn’t last for too long but it’s still reasonable for casual using. I’ve used it for a year and I like it a lot so I purchased another one for my friend as a birthday present. Who would have known that it’s been such an disappointing purchase experience. I have tried to purchase her the same scooter three times in the past year. The first package was stolen and the second and third package appeared to have the same technical issue.

Considering this device weights less than 25lbs, it effectively performs what it was designed to do. Considering I purchased it for about $200, it was the best all-around option for what I needed a scooter for and my small budget. After 4 months of ownership and 300 miles, I have found it to be an absolutely helpful, but joyless machine…Speed/range— it’ll go 12mph (top speed) for about 3-4 miles depending on the conditions. I’ve max-ranged it up to 6 miles at lower speeds. It’s not really a zip-you-around-town scooter, rather a transit booster.Handling/Safety— if you use your phone while driving this thing, you are guaranteed to wipe out. The regen braking is ineffective and borderline dangerous to the overall handling. The small wheels, combined with the position of the accelerate/brake paddles on the handlebars invites accidents easily. It’s easy to fly over the handlebars in a quick stop. I’ve wiped out many times on this scooter despite riding carefully and attentively. It is not a very safe scooter overall. The low speed helps lower the severity of accidents though, I believe.Quality & Purpose— the regen braking will overheat the motor quite quickly and reduce efficiency. I’ve gotten way better range and handling by turning it off. It’s not a bad scooter or poor quality, it’s just got some limitations due to its transit-oriented design. It’ll make short trips in the neighborhood fast (it’s faster for me to scoot than drive in my urban neighborhood because of the traffic). I have to park about a mile away from my job, or take the bus to a stop a mile away from my job.Overall— This machine is great for what it does at the sacrifice of comfort, safety and performance.

It started as a solution for my wife’s short commute to work, then she enjoyed it so much it became an excuse to go around town for short distance errands. I ended up getting one as well and now we use it far more frequently than we initially planned.We have a very small home, so space and storage is an absolute premium (we don’t own bikes for this reason) and any errands we do are within walking distance (30-45 min walking) her work is a 30 min walk away.The T15 isn’t the fastest, smoothest, or cheapest scooter. But it is the smallest and lightest which was critical for her needs. It’s a very niche product and if the specs fulfill your needs, it’s worth it.If your commute is less than 2 miles, paved roads, bike friendly town, you weight less than 160lbs, and don’t have a lot of storage space at home or at work… then this is a great product to have.