Ninebot Segway ES2 electric scooter is now just £287 from Gearbest
The UK lockdown eases on 13 May. Many are poised to return to work, but the official advice remains clear: avoid public transport if you can. As a result, the UK government is also easing its restrictions against e-scooters and fast-tracking trials for public use in any region of the country that wants to participate in e-scooter schemes.
While laws still restrict using a personal e-scooter, the announcement marks a potential change in e-scooters regulation.
Those looking for an electric scooter as an alternative to cycling or walking – or just for use on their own property – should take a look at Gearbest’s current flash sale discount on theNinebot Segway ES2 electric scooter, which has been reduced to £286.65. Buying the bike directly from Segway-Ninebot will cost you £399, and its usual price is even higher at £499.
Note 15-05-20: The ES2 is sold out from Gearbest, though stock is expected to return. If you’re keen, you can also pick it up fromPure Electric, where it’s £368.99, which still saves you £33 from buying directly from the manufacturer.
The Ninebot Segway ES2 is a great option if you don’t want to splurge £400 on the ever-popular Xiaomi M365 either – though if you’re really bent on a M365 you can pick one up with£20 off from Halfordswhere it’s £379, orBanggood where it’s £378.
So what separates the ES2 from M365? Ninebot manufactures both the Xiaomi M365 and Segway ES2, after all. Ninebot, originally a Xiaomi-backed startup, acquired Segway in 2015. Though the M365 remains a haloed choice for most scooter fans, the ES2 zooms ahead its Xiaomi sister in quite a few areas.
First, while both electric scooters are metal-framed the ES2 weighs less at 12.5kg compared to the M365’s 12.7kg.
Both scooters also rev up to 25km/h, but the Ninebot ES2 can go up to 30km/h with an additional battery pack. If you want to know your speed without referring to an app, the ES2 is kitted out with a display too, which (more importantly) indicates the battery status – whereas the M365 only shows the battery levels with LED lights.
In terms of charging, the ES2 takes slightly less time to get fully juiced, at around 4 hours, while the M365 takes 5 to 5.5 hours.
The ES2 is undoubtedly a great choice if you’re looking for an electric scooter.Head to Gearbest to pick up the Ninebot Segway ES2 nowfor under £300.
There is a £13.08 shipping fee and it should arrive within 2-4 business days.
We’ve separately rounded up the best electric scooters hereif you want to see other options.
Author: Somrata Sarkar, Contributor
Previously a Tech Advisor Senior Staff Writer, Somrata researches and writes about the best tech deals to help readers make smart, informed buying decisions. She’s an expert on accessories and also reviews laptops, phones, audio and other devices.
