Hudora vs Razor kick scooter

Comparison kick scooters for adults - to $150

Hudora Big Wheel 205	Hudora Hornet 205 AIR	Razor A5 Lux

Parameter	Hudora Big Wheel 205	Hudora Hornet 205 AIR	Razor A5 Lux
Construction	aluminium (except fork)	aluminium (except fork)	aircraft-grade aluminum
Wheels	polyurethane diameter 205 mm	inflatable diameter 205 mm	polyurethane diameter 200 mm
Bearings	ABEC 5	ABEC 5	ABEC 5
Height steering wheel	79 - 104 cm	92,5 - 103,5 cm	75 - 97 cm
Deck - dimensions	33 x 11,5 cm	31 x 9,8 cm	32 x 10,5 cm
Deck - height from pavement	8 cm	6,5 cm	6 cm
Folded dimensions (L x W x H)	98 x 28 x 12 cm	95 x 22 x 12 cm	78 x 31 x 12 cm
Kick scooter weight	3,96 kg	4 kg	3,9 kg
Max user weight	100 kg	80 kg	100 kg
Additional features	side stand shoulder strap	side stand	side stand

My choice: Razor A5 Lux kick scooter

Reason:

All parameters of compared kick scooters are quite similar. However, not every parameter is equally important. From my perspective, the most important aspect is the height of the deck from the ground. The salesman allowed me to test all three kick scooters "in real conditions", ie on the pavement in front of the store. Riding on a scooter with the lowest deck (Razor and Hudora Hornet) was incomparably lighter than Hudora Big Wheel. When I was driving on low deck I was less tired and I didn't have to squat deeply (what is good :)). It makes difference even at 5-minute ride, so you really should pay attention to this parameter. That's why I rejected the model Hudora Big Wheel.

As regards the size of kick scooter wheels, their diameter is almost the same (a difference of 5 mm was not appreciable). But the type of wheel affects the speed of the ride - polyurethane wheels definitely win! Yes, on inflated wheels I rode comfortably and I felt less potholes in pavement. But riding on them was slower because of more resistance. In addition, the salesman pointed out that the inflatable wheels need to be ... pumped :) Every few rides you have to visit the gas station to inflate the wheels - too low tire pressure causes a high resistance (the ride would be even slower) and threatens to puncture the tires. Therefore, I rejected the Hudora Hornet kick scooter from consideration - once I saw a guy at the gas station, who was struggled with pumping tires of electric scooter very long. So I suspect that the inflated wheels would destroy the pleasure of riding on a kick scooter ...

So I bought Razor A5 Lux kick scooter. I am very happy with it, it does the job. It rides comfortably, quickly and quietly. Besides the kick scooter is durable (made of aluminum used in aircraft!). It shakes a little on uneven pavements, but I can not replace Polish sidewalks :) So far, the only drawback I noticed - is the lack of a shoulder strap. The longer carrying of scooter is quite annoying.

Useful links:

• Hudora Big Wheel homepage
• Hudora Hornet homepage
• Razor A5 Lux homepage
• Shop where I bought a kick scooter