Electric skateboards are fun for kids traveling around the neighborhood, or to the corner store, and also for college students that want a break from the walk across campus. Many options have batteries that last several miles and regenerative braking to prolong the battery’s life. Some were also way faster than we expected! We've gathered the best electric skateboards for your consideration.
Hiboy S22 electric skateboard
Travels the longest distance per charge
Most electric skateboards have remotes that are hard to handle while moving, but this option has a finger grip so you won’t lose it. You can travel up to 13 miles per charge and reach max speeds of 18.6 miles per hour. The trucks are extra strong, and so is the seven-layer maple board, both supporting up to 220 pounds.
RazorX longboard electric skateboard
Starts and stops with the wireless remote
Travel for up to 40 minutes at 10 miles per hour on this option from RazorX. The 5-ply bamboo deck is 37.5-inches long, supports 220 pounds, and comes pre-assembled with the motor. An included wireless remote lets you adjust the speed as you cruise.
Teamgee H5 37-inch electric skateboard
LCD screen on wireless remote
This is the fastest option in our collection, offering speeds up to 22 miles per hour. The battery is also no slouch since it can take you 9 to 11 miles per charge. Made of 10-ply Canadian maple, this beefed-up board is complemented by the 350-watt motor.
Hiboy S11 electric skateboard
Regenerative braking to extend battery
Enjoy four ride and four brake modes with this electric skateboard from Hiboy. When you’re braking or heading downhill, the regenerative braking prolongs your charge so you can travel farther. You can travel up to 6.2 miles on a full charge and reach speeds of 12.4 miles per hour.
Swagtron Swagskate NG3 electric skateboard
LED indicators on back of board
Even though this option comes in at a drastically lower price, it can still reach speeds of 9.3 miles per hour. The board and deck are made of synthetic materials and support up to 150 pounds. Let drivers and other pedestrians know you're on the road or path with the LED light panel located at the back of the board.
Tiny transportation
An electric skateboard lets you save some of your energy for your destination and is an environmentally conscious mode of transportation. In our collection, we really favored the Hiboy S22 electric skateboard. The top speed of 18.6 miles per hour, as well as the 13-mile battery distance, make it stand out among our choices. We also love the finger grip on the remote, making it less likely to get lost while traveling.
If you’re buying this as a gift for a child or teen, then we suggest the Swagtron Swagskate NG3 electric skateboard. It has a weight limit of 150 pounds, but a low price point. The 9.3 mile-per-hour speeds are still impressive, and the lighting across the back of the board enhances rider visibility for safety purposes.
