{"id":19693,"date":"2021-09-14T15:52:59","date_gmt":"2021-09-14T15:52:59","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.electricscooterinsider.com\/?post_type=product&p=19693"},"modified":"2022-11-02T22:18:22","modified_gmt":"2022-11-02T22:18:22","slug":"zero-10-review","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.electricscooterinsider.com\/electric-scooters\/reviews\/zero-10-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Zero 10 Review"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
The Zero 10 is a scooter with a bit of an identity crisis.<\/p>
Essentially, it\u2019s simply a souped-up version of the Zero 9<\/strong><\/a>. Yet, while the 10 improves on the speed and range of its predecessor, its increased weight makes it not as well-suited to commuting<\/strong><\/a> as its little bro. Similarly, anyone looking for better speed, acceleration, or features can simply pay $300 more for the Zero 10X, or look at our recommended Zero 10 alternatives, including the VSETT 9+R<\/strong><\/a> and Mantis Base<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p> <\/p> With that in mind, there isn\u2019t a huge array of riders I\u2019d recommend the Zero 10 to. At 52 lbs, it\u2019s too heavy for commuters. At 31 mph, it\u2019s too slow for speed freaks. And, at $1,399, it\u2019s too expensive for bargain-hunters \u2013 particularly when the fantastic EMOVE Cruiser<\/strong><\/a> is available for the same price.<\/p> The Zero 10 isn\u2019t well-equipped to handle rough riding, either \u2013 although it can cope with most urban terrain, and some light forest or hard-packed dirt paths.<\/p> If I had to recommend the Zero 10 to anyone, it\u2019d be those with an existing affinity for the Zero line<\/strong>. If you\u2019ve previously owned the Zero 8 or 9, liked them, and want to upgrade \u2013 but aren\u2019t quite ready for the sizzling specs of the 10X or 11X \u2013 the 10 could be an inviting middle ground. Similarly, the Zero 10 can serve as a good bridge between slower, commuter brands like GoTrax and Segway-Ninebot, and the more intense high-performance scooter models on the market, such as the VSETT 10+R.<\/p> Best Electric Scooters<\/a><\/strong> <\/div><\/div> <\/div><\/div> To be frank, the answer to this question is no \u2013 the Zero 10 isn\u2019t good bang for your buck<\/strong>. It\u2019s a fine scooter, sure \u2013 it looks nice, and the specs are a good step up from the kind of conventional commuter scooters<\/strong><\/a> that limit your top speed and range.<\/p> But compare it to what else is on offer for a similar amount of money, and the Zero 10 pales considerably. And, to illustrate exactly why that is, I\u2019m going to let you in on a little secret.<\/p> In my review of the Zero 9<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 which is kind of a down-sized version of the 10 \u2013 I talked about how that scooter (in terms of build, at least) is more or less the identical twin of the Apollo City<\/strong><\/a>. Both of those scooters \u2013 as a result of being made by prominent scooter manufacturers Titan\/Unicool \u2013 have the same frame. Zero and Apollo then kit the frames out with their colors and logos and also add the battery of their choice. The result? Two almost identical scooters.<\/p> The thing is, this is the same situation with the Zero 10 and the Apollo Explore.<\/p> Look closely, and you\u2019ll see that the two scooters are built the same: 1000W single motors, 52 lbs of weight, and the same brakes, tires, top speed, and load-bearing capacity. At $1,399, they even sport the same price tag.<\/p> Yet not all scooters are created equal \u2013 not even these two.<\/p> Because look closer, and some key differences start to emerge \u2013 and it\u2019s not good news for the Zero 10. The Apollo Explore has a better battery thanks to its Dynavolt cells that offer a longer lifespan than the 10\u2019s cheaper Chinese cells. Because of this, the Apollo Explore can hold its peak performance for longer than the 10. Moreover, the Explore totes an IP54 water-resistance rating, meaning that \u2013 unlike the Zero 10 \u2013 it can withstand rainy conditions.<\/p> Take a look at how the two scooters compare in the chart below:<\/p>
Best Electric Scooters for Adults<\/a><\/strong>
Best Electric Scooters for Commuting<\/a><\/strong>
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Value for Money<\/h2>
Is the Price Tag Worth it?<\/h3>