Best Lightweight Electric Scooters for Adults in Australia (2026): Easy to Carry, Fold and Store
Short answer: the lightest adult scooters we stock are the ESA Pro and ESA Pro Elite, both 12kg. For more range at 15kg, the Mearth S Pro (30–45km, hot-swap battery) and Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 (approx. 35km) are the best balance of weight and range.
Lightweight scooters ranked by weight
| Scooter | Weight | Range | Top speed | Max rider | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ESA Pro | 12kg | Up to 25km | 25km/h | 100kg | $439 |
| ESA Pro Elite | 12kg | Up to 25km | 25km/h | 100kg | $488 |
| Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 | 15kg | Approx. 35km | 25km/h | 110kg | $649 |
| Mearth S Pro | 15kg | 30–45km | 25km/h public | 100kg | From $899 |
| V-10 Folding | 18kg | Up to 35km | 25km/h | 120kg | $999 |
How light is "lightweight"?
- Under 13kg: easy to carry up stairs and onto trains every day.
- 13–16kg: manageable for short carries; a good balance of weight and range.
- 16–20kg: fine for lifting into a car boot, but tiring to carry far.
ESA Pro and ESA Pro Elite — 12kg
Both use an aluminium alloy frame, a 350W motor and a 25km/h top speed, with up to 25km of range. Folded, the ESA Pro measures 1080 × 440 × 450mm, so it fits in a car boot or under a desk. The Elite adds high-visibility LED lighting and a 3-second fold. Read ESA Pro vs ESA Pro Elite to choose between them.
Mearth S Pro — 15kg, longest range for its weight
The S Pro's 360W motor and Panasonic-cell battery give 30–45km of range, and the battery is hot-swappable: click in a spare to double your range. It folds in one second (1073 × 420 × 450mm folded), has front and rear disc brakes plus an electronic brake, and a colour display that's readable in sunlight. Speed modes are 10km/h, 25km/h for public riding, and 32km/h for private property. Buy it alone ($899) or bundled with an extra battery ($1,199).
Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 — 15kg
10-inch tubeless tyres for a smoother ride, approx. 35km range and a 110kg rider limit — the highest of the 15kg scooters here. Includes a bonus password lock.
V-10 Folding — 18kg
The heaviest here, but still light enough to carry onto public transport. Its magnesium frame folds to a 485mm height, and it has up to 35km of range, a 120kg rider limit and a built-in passcode lock.
Tips for train and bus commuters
- Check your transport operator's rules on folded scooters before you buy.
- Choose a quick-fold design — you'll fold it twice a day.
- Look for a fold that locks the stem to the deck so you can carry it by the handlebar.
- A carry strap makes longer walks with a folded scooter easier.
The trade-off: weight vs range
Battery is the heaviest part of a scooter, so lighter scooters usually have smaller batteries. If your round trip is under 15km, a 12kg scooter is plenty. For longer commutes, go for 15–18kg — or a swappable battery like the Mearth S Pro's.
FAQ
What is the lightest electric scooter for adults?
Of the scooters we stock, the ESA Pro and ESA Pro Elite are the lightest at 12kg.
Are lightweight scooters less safe?
Not if they have good brakes and lights. Smaller tyres feel bumpier, so ride carefully on rough surfaces.
Can a heavy rider use a lightweight scooter?
Check the max rider weight. The ESA models and Mearth S Pro are rated to 100kg; the Xiaomi 4 to 110kg and the V-10 to 120kg.