Because they're usually very expensive (to say the least), Black Friday electric scooter deals are more than worth keeping an eye on. Indeed, previous sales suggest that they're your best opportunity to save on the devices. They rarely get better offers.
That's why the team and I have put together this guide on how to take advantage of Black Friday electric scooter deals. We've been covering the event for a long time now, so have built a wealth of handy tips for anyone shopping in November. That includes which retailers to keep an eye on, what constitutes a good offer, when to strike, and what models are likely to enjoy a saving based on last year's efforts.
Alongside our usual coverage of the wider Black Friday gaming deals, we'll also be outfitting this page with all of the latest offers as soon as they appear. In other words, keep this page bookmarked to stay ahead of the curve. As an example, Very in the UK has started to show some actual 'Black Friday' deals, so that's a good sign of what's to come.
Today's best electric scooter deals ahead of Black Friday
- Amazon: Save up to $300
- Best Buy: Up to $250 off
- Walmart: Get up to $330 off
UK
- Amazon: Save up to £100
- Currys: Get up to £100 off
- Very: Up to £210 off
Black Friday electric scooter deals: FAQ
When will Black Friday electric scooter deals begin?
Unlike an event such as Prime Day, it's easy to pinpoint when Black Friday will take place; it always occurs after Thanksgiving and on the final Friday of November. That means we can expect 2024's Black Friday electric scooter deals to happen on November 29.
Don't assume you'll only have 24 hours to take advantage of those reductions, though. Black Friday seems to start earlier every year, and it's common for discounts to appear up to two weeks beforehand. They'll roll into early December as well, at which point they become Cyber Monday savings.
Where to find the best Black Friday electric scooter deals
Wondering where you should be looking when Black Friday rolls around? These are the retailers I default to, and they're the ones we'll be watching closest when the event kicks off.
US
- Amazon: Regular discounts and speedy shipping
- Best Buy: Best for Segway and Hover brands
- Home Depot: Grab additional batteries at the same time
- Lowes: Great for premium models and extra accessories
- Newegg: Regular flash sales on budget brands
- Walmart: Best for cheaper models and hoverboards
UK:
- Amazon: Frequent sales on smaller brands, Razor, and more
- Currys: Best for Xiaomi and Segway
- Halfords: Best for mid-range models and all the gear
- John Lewis: Best for premium models and extra batteries
- Pure Electric: Range of models and price points
- Very: Massive selection and regular discounts
What to expect from Black Friday electric scooter deals
There are plenty of wheels on the market now, and with extra competition comes some particularly low prices in the Holiday sales as everyone tries to one-up each other. That was certainly the case last year, so we're expecting great things in 2024.
No matter what your requirements are (be it mileage, battery life, max weight, portability, or something else), there is bound to be something for you in the November sale. We say this from experience; in 2023, premium models, cheap scooters, and everything in between enjoyed a reduction. The already-affordable iScooter i9 hit its lowest ever price by $25 or so, for example, while premium models including the Niu KQi3 Max reached a record low as well.
The Niu KQi3 Max is arguably one of the better electric scooters on the market right now
These offers were available from retailers like Amazon to manufacturers' own stores, so we anticipate the same being true in 2024. And while Best Buy and the rest are unmatched in terms of variety, those manufacturers normally have them beat in terms of sheer value. They usually provide the most enticing price cuts, so if there's a particular brand you prefer (Segway, for instance), watch out for the official site.
As for what you should keep a particular eye out for, a premium model by the same company we mentioned earlier (Niu) called the KQi3 Pro is arguably one of the better electric scooters on the market right now. Because it got a modest but eye-catching reduction last year, we've got our fingers crossed for a bigger one in 2024.
What should you look for in an electric scooter?
Choosing the right model for you is going to be essential in finding the best Black Friday electric scooter deals. You can spend some serious cash on these rollers, but if you're spending above your needs that's going to be wasted. Similarly, splashing too little can see you lumped with a set of wheels that can't hack your routine. The two main factors you should consider first are max speed and max range. A scooter battery can only take you so far, after all.
In general, the majority of scooters under $300 / £300 can max out at around 15mph for 10 miles, boosting up to $500 / £500 will extend things to up to 20 miles while keeping a similar speed, and premium models reaching past this point will generally hit 20mph speeds for between 20 and 26 miles.
Consider your route too - speed is one thing but acceleration and hill-climbing is another
You will also need to check the weight limit of your chosen scooter. Generally, most rides can take between 200lb and 300lb of weight, but there are options over that scale as well. It's important to factor backpacks into this equation as well.
Consider your route too - speed is one thing but acceleration and hill-climbing is another. The majority of cheaper electric scooters will only come packed with a 250W motor, which likely won't see you up the steepest of inclines. If you're going to be powering up hills, we'd recommend looking at models with 300W of power or more. Similarly, a bumpy road may be your nemesis if you don't take a look at your tyres. Pneumatic wheels are falling down the price scale quickly these days, offering a smoother ride for far less cash than we were seeing just last year. Rubber tyres are even cheaper still, but you will need feel those potholes all the more.
Last year's best Black Friday electric scooter deals
UK deals
Want more offers? We're also rounding up all the best Black Friday gaming deals we expect to see in 2024, and dive further into Black Friday PS5 deals and Black Friday Xbox deals as well.
