The 2021 Buyer’s Guide to the Best Mobility Scooters

UPDATED for 2021: The 2021 Buyer’s Guide to the Best Mobility Scooters is a comprehensive article that addresses prevalent questions from previous customers. After many years of updating this guide, we feel that this is the most comprehensive shopping guide on the web.

The Buyer’s Guide considers several factors such as the terrain traveled upon (whether it be on a flat surface or on rough gravel or grass pathway); the ability of the battery to deliver a considerable travel range; the weight capacity for our obese customers; the ease of use; and more!

About Mobility Scooters Direct

We pride ourselves on providing product knowledge to our customers so that they can get the right product to suit their needs. Our goal is to help customers regain independence by carrying the most trusted name-brand products and by offering the best support possible before and after purchasing a mobility product from one of our many locations.

We strongly recommend speaking with one of our mobility experts or at the very least, reviewing this guide before making a purchase. Our mobility experts are not pushy sales representatives that are forced to meet quotas like many of our competitors. Our staff takes pride in prioritizing customer satisfaction by educating each customer about the products we carry. This is how our company maintains such a high average review rating on Google and Facebook. Keep in mind that our company has an online shop where you can purchase any one of these products tax-free and with free shipping. Mobility Scooters Direct is dedicated to adding independence to the lives of our customers.

The All-Around Best 2021 Mobility Scooter

Picking ONE mobility scooter as the best option all around is not easy. We had to consider cost, features, comfort factors, and of course the traditional specs. We asked many of our technicians, sales representatives, customer service representatives, and even asked our customers that have had many scooters for feedback.

Model S710ZT by Pride Mobility

The all-around best mobility scooter was selected based on the feedback we received and it happens to be the ZT-10 by Pride Mobility.

The ZT-10 has the Zero-Turn technology that the Jazzy Zero-Turn has. This means that the ZT-10 scooter has the best turning radius in its class. Below is a short video demonstration showing the impressive turning ability of a ZT10.

The ZT10 scooter has state-of-the-art suspension, LED lighting, and a USB-charging port for charging your phone on the go. It also has a 1″ accessory port (hitch receiver) that can be used for many universal accessories with a 1″ connector.

Pros: Great Price for a luxury, full-size scooter made by one of the best brands. Fully Adjustable & Comfortable Seat. Full LED Light Kit. Very Sharp/Modern Design. USB Charging Port. Full-Suspension

Cons: The heaviest piece weighs 75 lbs. Does not feature a captain’s seat standard (optional paid upgrade). Ground clearance is only 2″.

You can see full specifications and technical details about this product on a printer-friendly brochure by clicking here.

Unboxing & Assembly Video of the S710ZT Scooter by Pride Mobility.

To learn more about this amazing product, check out the product page or call us to speak with a friendly sales representative.

The Best Automatic Folding Mobility Scooter of 2021

The Transformer Scooter

The Solax Transformer Automatic Folding Scooter is an easy-to-use product that is also very durable. For those reasons and more, we rank this model as the #1 mobility scooter that automatically folds up.

With the push of a button on the remote control, the driver of the quality disability scooter can automatically fold the product, to store it away at his or her digression. Likewise, when ready to use the product, the Solax Transformer can be unfolded and ready to travel quickly. When folded, the unit is easy to transport by the handle like a suitcase with wheels and it fits into the trunk/cargo space of most vehicles.

Below is a video of the unit which we strongly recommended watching if you’re on the market for a product like this.

The Solax Transformer is perfect for a plane, a train, or an automobile. The disability scooter can be fit into a small space, being 18.1” in width and 36.9” in length. It weighs 57 lbs. (including the 4 lbs. battery) yet has a weight capacity of 300 lbs.

Pros: TSA-friendly batteries, very easy to travel with. Very sturdy for a folding/lightweight model. Armrests and light kits available, unlike most comparable models. Folding front basket compatible. Automatically folds with a remote key-fob.

Cons: Weighs 57 lbs. No suspension, hard tires.

Click here to view full specifications on a printer-friendly brochure. 

When using this mobility scooter for traveling, the driver can reach nearly 4 miles per hour maximum speeds with a 24V 120W motor. The scooter for the handicapped has lithium-ion 24V batteries and it can cover nearly 14 miles per total charge.

The seat on the Solax Transformer is a padded folding seat, useful for long trips. The 4 wheel mobility scooter has a 1.60” ground clearance. The turning radius, 55”, will empower the driver with the ability to make tight turns.

This unit arrives fully assembled in a small box and we offer expedited shipping. If you have additional questions about this product, please visit our online store or call our mobility experts during our regular business hours.

The Best Value Travel Mobility Scooter of 2021

There are several best-value travel scooters. With that being said, the Buzzaround Carry On Scooter (model# GB120) happens to be the top choice if you’re looking for the best value in a travel-friendly option.

The GB120 Carry-On Scooter folds in a very unique way that allows you to store it in areas that don’t have a lot of vertical space. The total height of the scooter with folded is just under 14″. Below is a video demonstration of the GB120 scooter in action which we highly recommend watching before purchasing.

As you can see with the images below, this model is very low to the ground when it’s folded and the seat is removed. You can easily store this unit under a bed or in most closets.

This is by far our favorite option for going on a cruise, and we offer it for sale tax-free and with free shipping like all of our scooters.

Pros: Very easy to travel with. Has the best ground clearance out of any travel scooter (4″). Has a USB charging port. Features a one-of-a-kind free-wheel mode switch. Comes with a free cup holder.

Cons: Hard to fold the tiller down. No suspension.

To see full specifications on a printer-friendly brochure for this product click here. 

Buzzaround Carry On Unboxing Video

This unit is packaged in a small box and typically only takes 3 to 5 business days to arrive after your order ships. Below is a video that shows the unboxing process.

Best Travel-Friendly With a Weight Capacity (400 lbs) 2021

Available in both a 3-wheel and 4-wheel configuration, the Pride Revo 2.0 is the best all-around mid-size scooter that is also travel-friendly. That means that you can break this scooter down into 5 manageable pieces (the heaviest piece weighs 57 lbs) but it also can hold up to 400 lbs which is more than most travel-friendly options.  The product drives with expertise while having features that can’t be beaten.

The maximum speed for the Revo 2.0 is 5 miles per hour. The travel range for the 4 wheel disability scooter is up to 13 miles per complete charge, having lead-acid U1 batteries. The weight capacity is 375 lbs. The Revo 2.0 scooter has an under-seat storage area. It is perfect for placing important items when traveling from one place to another.

One of the best attributes of the Revo 2.0 is that it can be disassembled into smaller pieces to fit within a vehicle more easily. This makes the disability scooter easier to travel with, a feat that most competing for mid-sized mobility scooters are unable to replicate. Below is the demonstration video that shows you how the Revo 2.0 works, we highly recommend watching this video if you’re on the market for a full-size model.

The Revo 2.0 is the perfect option for someone that wants a unit that is compact but also capable of going on the grass and handling the outdoors. Below are some of the pros and cons that we feel are important to consider prior to making a purchase.

Pros: Off-road tires that are great for going on cut-grass. Full LED light kit included. CTS Suspension included. 400 lbs weight capacity and it disassembles like a travel scooter. USB charging port to charge your phone on the go.

Cons: Ground clearance only 1.2″. Not ideal for airplane travel.

To view a printer-friendly brochure that shows the specs and all the upgrades available for this model, click here. 

Revo 2.0 Unboxing & Assembly Video

Mobility Scooter With The Best Upgrades in 2021

If you’re looking for a mobility scooter with the best features and upgrades, then the obvious choice would be an Afikim Scooter. The Afiscooter is a top-of-the-line mobility scooter made by Afikim. Afikim is known to provide high-end units that last for decades. We’ve had customers that have had Afikim scooters for more than 25 years and they’re still running.

The Afiscooter S and Afiscooter C are 2 luxury scooters that offer some of the best upgrades available including a dual-seat and a rain canopy! Below are some images of the upgraded mobility scooters known as the Afiscooter C and S. The S model is bigger, and more powerful than the C model, but they are both very similar to one another, as you can see with the information below.

If you want to ride around town in the coolest and most impressive scooter, then the Afikim Afiscooter series is what you need. The Afiscooter with the rain cover and the dual seat is unmatched by the competition. No other scooter offers such a smooth ride with full suspension and big pneumatic tires. There’s even an upgrade option to get golf tires which makes it even more smooth when going off-road. This is hands down one of the best off-road mobility scooters and it has a very powerful 24 volt brushless motor with the best incline rating.

Pros: Most powerful motor in class. Fully Adjustable captain’s seat. Dual-Seat Option. Full Digital Dash. Full Suspension. Big Air-Filled Tires.

Cons: No storage under the seat. No alarm system. Not easy to transport or travel with.

Afiscooter S Model Specs

Click here to see a printer-friendly brochure of the Afiscooter S model.

Afiscooter C Model Specs

Click here to see a printer-friendly brochure of the Afiscooter C model.

Unboxing & Assembly Videos of the Afiscooter Series

The Overall Best Mobility Scooter for Travel 2021

The best option for traveling overall is going to have to be the Go-Go LX which is one of many models in the Go Go series. There are over 10 different Go-Go mobility scooter models all of which feature unique specifications that are designed to fit the needs of the avid traveler. One of the key features that make the Go-Go the best travel mobility scooter is the patented feather-touch disassembly. Go Go scooters are the easiest scooters to disassemble, hence the name “Feather-Touch” disassembly.

We recommend the Go-Go LX in either a 3 or a 4 wheel configuration because it features the CTS suspension package, light kit, and the heaviest piece only weighs 37 lbs. The SC50LX scooter is capable of supporting up to 300 lbs, can travel 5 MPH, and has a range of up to 11.7 miles with an upgraded battery. We believe that the Go Go LX is the most comfortable, economical, and practice scooter for someone under 300 lbs that is going to be doing a lot of traveling.

Below are some of the pros and cons that we feel are important to consider about this product. For more information about this product, you can click here to see full specs and upgrade options in a printer-friendly brochure.

Pros:  Very portable and the heaviest piece only weighs 37 lbs. Full suspension and a full LED light kit. Feather-touch disassembly making it one of the easiest scooters to take apart. Comfort adjustments on the seat and tiller.

Cons: Tires are not inflatable. Ground clearance is only 1.5″. The standard battery has a limited 8.7-mile range.

Unboxing & Assembly Video

Best Overall Heavy Duty Mobility Scooter

For the best overall HD scooter, we had to consider all of the variables and we found that this scooter is also the top choice for the scooter with the most upgrades.  The best heavy duty mobility scooter is the Afiscooter S4 Heavy Duty Scooter. This is due to the fact that the Afiscooter S4 has a 1400 watt motor and comes standard with 10″ drive wheels. This scooter can handle various terrains and inclines without issues. It can also be used in shopping plazas and even indoors since it has electromagnetic automatic brakes and a delta tiller system. So if you want something that is really “heavy-duty”, this is it.

The Afiscooter S4 with the upgraded motor package and the upgraded suspension is what we call a “beast”! This was a new upgrade that became available in 2021 and we are one of the first dealers in the USA to have a model in our showroom. We took the time to do a comparison video of a standard S4 compared to one with the upgraded motor package to show you how much faster it can go as well as demonstrate its abilities to go on hills and off-road.

Once again, below you will find the specs of the S4 by Afikim. Keep in mind that the new upgrades allow the S4 to go up to 12 MPH with the high output motor upgrade, and the upgraded suspension increases the weight capacity on the s4 to 600 lbs.

Pros: Unmatched motor power. Fully customizable scooter and seat. Up to 500 lbs capacity stock option. Full Digital Dash. Full Suspension. Big Air-Filled Tires. Much more!

Cons: No under-seat-storage compartment. No alarm or speaker system. Not easy to transport or travel with.

Click here to see full specifications on a printer-friendly brochure. 

The Best Features Travel Mobility Scooter

The best features travel disability scooter is the Pride Jazzy Zero 8 Turn Mobility Scooter. The Jazzy Zero Turn is an awesome-looking mobility scooter that features a variety of attractive colors, such as Green Moonstone, Fire Opal, or Sapphire Blue.

The Zero Turn Jazzy scooter has a 24V motor that enables the product to reach a 4 miles per hour maximum speed. With sealed lead acid 12V 22AH batteries, the Jazzy scooter covers up to 10 miles per complete charge. The weight capacity is 300 lbs.

One of the most useful features of the Jazzy Zero Turn mobility scooter is the complete lighting package that illuminates the path in the evening. When crossing a roadway, for instance, two bright LED decorative strips in the front and the rear, increase the safety of the driver as it makes him or her visible.

The coolest thing about this scooter is that it has 2 motors instead of one. Each of the drive-wheels are controlled independently by each motor which means you can rotate in place by turning the front wheels as sharp as possible. When you turn the front wheels as far as possible, the 2 rear wheels will start spinning in opposite directions allowing the user to rotate in place. This is the only travel scooter with the ability to turn like a 3 wheeler just like the ZT10.

Pros: Very easy to travel with. Adjustable seat, tiller, and armrests. Front basket included. Full suspension and light kit included.

Cons: No USB charging port. Only 4 MPH.

Click here to view full specs and a printer-friendly version of the brochure for the ZT8. 

Unboxing & Assembly Video of the ZT 8

The Best Outdoor All-Terrain Mobility Scooter

The best outdoor all-terrain disability scooter is the Wrangler by Pride Mobility. This is a brand new model that was released in late 2020 and it has made a big impression in the industry as the coolest-looking off-road scooter. This aggressive-looking scooter is not considered a mobility scooter, but rather it feels like a battery-powered ATV 4-wheeler.

The Wrangler scooter, model# MV600 is capable of supporting up to 350 lbs, has a top speed of 11.4 mph, and can travel up to 24 miles on a full charge. It features full-suspension, a full LED light kit, it even has a reverse sensor to let you know if you’re getting to close to something when you’re backing up.

The Wrangler scooter features monstrous 14.5″ knobby tires that are great for going on dirt, rocks, grass, and more! It has automatic brakes but it also features a hand brake to help you stop even quicker if you prefer. Below is a very thorough review video which we highly recommend watching if you’re on the market for an off-road mobility scooter.

Pros: Big knobby tires for off-road. Double-padded captain’s seat. Many comfort adjustment options. Full digital dash. Excellent lights. Tow-hooks. Rear back-up sensor. Much more!

Cons: No storage under the seat. No alarm system. Not easy to transport or travel with.

Click here to view a printer-friendly brochure of the Wrangler Scooter.

Unboxing Video of the Wrangler Scooter

The Overall Best Full-Size Mobility Scooter

For someone that wants a mid-size AKA full-size mobility scooter, then the top choice to consider is the Pride Victory Sport LX. This is a model that is smaller than an HD scooter but bigger than a normal travel scooter which is light weight. This scooter is not lightweight, but it can be disassembled.

The Victory Sport LX is also considered the best-looking scooter in our opinion as it features a very neat blue color and it has a sporty design with modern features. This model comes with a USB phone charger,

The model # of this unit is S710LXW and it comes standard with an adjustable captain’s chair, front basket, and a rearview mirror. You can see from the image above that this unit has suspension and bigger tires which makes it possible to go on grass and another type of terrains that won’t interfere with the 2″ ground clearance. It can handle maintained grass and paths that are meant for walking with no issues.

The Victory Sport LX provides a smooth and comfortable ride when going full speed at 8 MPH and can travel up to 19 miles on a full charge. It can support up to 400 lbs and has a hitch adapter on the back to handle 1″ accessories.

Pros: Comes with a very comfortable seat with dual pads. Fully adjustable armrests. LED light kit and full suspension.

Cons: No USB charger. Non-inflatable tires. Not easy to transport.

Click here to see a printer-friendly brochure that shows full specs of the Victory Sport LX scooter.

Unboxing & Setup Video

Purchase a 2021 Best Disability Scooter, Today!

This Buyer’s Guide highlights some of the best mobility scooters of 2021 that are sold from our nationwide mobility scooter store. These are excellent investments that will add independence and confidence to the driver of the scooter for the disabled.

To learn more about these quality mobility scooters, we recommend reaching out to a skilled technician from our nationwide mobility scooter store. To speak with one, please call (877) 721-7748. Alternatively, you can engage in a Live Chat on our website, where a technician is available to answer the most challenging questions.

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Customers continuously recognize Mobility Scooters Direct as one of the best places to purchase an affordable mobility scooter.

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