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The idea for ScooterHype was born in 2022 when a group of electric scooter enthusiasts grew frustrated with the state of online reviews. While testing popular models for their personal use, they discovered a troubling pattern: manufacturers’ range and performance claims often fell short in real-world urban conditions. What began as casual discussions among riders soon evolved into a mission to create the most transparent and rigorous electric scooter review platform.
ScooterHype started humbly, with the team personally purchasing and testing just three models across the hills and streets of San Francisco. Unlike typical reviewers, they didn’t just ride in ideal conditions – they pushed each scooter through rain, up steep inclines, and over rough pavement, documenting everything with GPS-tracked data and video evidence. Their first YouTube video, “The Truth About ’30-Mile Range’ Scooters,” went viral in the micro-mobility community, exposing how most brands exaggerated their specifications.
As demand grew, ScooterHype developed its signature testing methodology:
Purchasing all units anonymously at retail to avoid “reviewer special” models
200+ mile durability testing on each scooter
Standardized hill climb and braking tests
Long-term battery degradation tracking
Today, ScooterHype has become a trusted resource for over 500,000 monthly visitors, known for its no-nonsense approach and commitment to real rider perspectives. The team continues to expand its testing facilities while maintaining the same core principle that started it all: “If we wouldn’t ride it daily, we won’t recommend it.”
What sets ScooterHype apart isn’t just the testing – it’s their ongoing dialogue with the rider community. When new safety concerns or mechanical issues emerge in popular models, they’re often the first to investigate and warn consumers. From college students to last-mile delivery riders, ScooterHype has become the go-to source for those who depend on their electric scooters in daily life.
The platform remains independently owned and advertiser-free, funded entirely by community support – a rarity in an industry where most review sites accept manufacturer money. This uncompromising stance has earned ScooterHype both criticism from brands and respect from riders who value authenticity over sponsored praise.
As electric scooters evolve with new battery tech and safety features, ScooterHype continues to adapt its testing while staying true to its original purpose: cutting through the hype to deliver the unfiltered truth about what these machines can really do.