Hoverboards are the most versatile and advanced self-balancing vehicles. Everyone wants to ride them, but most people don’t know what kind of hoverboard they should buy or which size they should go for.
They just want a hoverboard which they can use to ride, have fun, and spend their time. But, choosing the wrong hoverboard can kill all of your excitement.
So, here I have provided a quick guide to find the right hoverboard size for you or your kids. By reading this article, you will be able to choose the best hoverboard for you or anyone else.
There are many types of hoverboards being sold in the market. Let’s talk about their different types and who should buy them.
Are Hoverboards One Size Fits All?
Hoverboard’s one size can not fit all because everyone has a different body and weight. And each hoverboard has a specific weight limit.
For example, a heavy adult can’t ride a 6.5 inches hoverboard because it is smaller in size and only meant for kids. If you still ride it, you will be killing the machine.
So, that is why a single hoverboard can’t be suitable for all. It would be best to choose the right hoverboard according to your physique, purpose, and weight.
How Do I Choose The Right Hoverboard?
Different hoverboards have different features and qualities. They are available in various sizes, battery capacities and can bear different weights. So, by going in-depth with these features, I will teach you how to choose the best hoverboard for you.
Safety Features
The first thing you should look at in a hoverboard is its safety features. Only buy UL2272 certified hoverboards because they are considered safer than any other self-balancing e-scooters.
Whether you are buying a hoverboard for yourself or your kid, a UL-certified hoverboard is the only option that you should choose. If a hoverboard doesn’t have UL certification, do not ever buy it.
Those hoverboards are most likely to be made with cheap components, including a cheap battery pack. Due to cheap quality batteries, there are bigger chances of overheating, fire catches, and exploding.
So, never buy a hoverboard that doesn’t have a UL certificate.
Power
Power is the most important factor while buying a new hoverboard. If you want a hoverboard to climb incline roads, you will need a powerful machine that can easily climb. And if you are buying a hoverboard to drive it inside, then a less-powered device will be suitable for you.
Hoverboards are available in 300W, 500W, 600W, 900W, etc. The bigger watt power means the powerful wheel motors.
So, if you are buying it for your kid, you can choose from 300W, 500W, or 600W. But if you are buying for yourself, then you should go for 600W or 900W. Because less powered motors can handle a kid’s weight, but they can’t handle your (adult) weight. So, buy a powerful wheel motorized hoverboard.
So, always consider the power output of the hoverboard and buy according to your needs.
Size
Hoverboards come in different sizes, and they are specific for different people. The most common sizes are 10, 8.5, and 6.5 inches. And before buying any hoverboard size, you should be aware of which one will suit you the most.
The 10 inches wheel-size hoverboards are considered best for both kids above 11 years and adults. Moreover, 8.5 inches wheel-size hoverboards are best for 8-10 years old kids and some light-weighted adults.
Similarly, 6.5 inches wheel-size hoverboards are suitable for kids below 8 years.
So, choose the size accordingly. If you are buying it for yourself, you can go for 8.5 inches or 10 inches hoverboard. And if it is for your kid, then you should buy according to the age.
Weight
Every vehicle has a weight limit. Similarly, hoverboards have different weight carrying limits, like some of them can hold 10-50kg and some can take 20-100kg.
So, you have to look for a weight limit too before buying any hoverboard.
Imagine you buy a hoverboard without looking at its weight limit. And it comes out to be below your weight limit. Either you will have to return it or give it to somebody; this will be a significant inconvenience for you.
So, always check the weight limit before buying any self-balancing e scooter or hoverboard and buy accordingly.
Speed
Who doesn’t love speed? Everyone does. Speed is the most exciting feature of any vehicle, whether a self-balancing e scooter or a regular car. Different hoverboards can go up to different speeds, and you have to buy them according to your need.
If you are a beginner in hoverboard riding, then a medium-speed hoverboard will be suitable for you, and if you are an expert rider, you should go for the high-speed hoverboard. Also, it is recommended that you should buy a medium-speed hoverboard for a kid.
So, it would help if you considered the speed too while buying a hoverboard.
Purpose
We do everything for a purpose. So, you should know what your purpose is behind buying a hoverboard. If you purchase a hoverboard only for riding inside, you should go for 8.5 or 10 inches.
And if your purpose is riding outside like roads, sidewalks, or grass, you should buy an off-road 10 inches hoverboard with a powerful wheel motor.
Similarly, if you buy it to ride it on hilly or incline roads, you should go for a powerful off-road 10 inches hoverboard.
What Are The Different Sizes Of Hoverboards?
Hoverboards are divided into 3 different sizes 6.5, 8.5, and 10 inches. These sizes are their wheel size that resembles the whole hoverboard. Each additional size has a different weight, power, and performance limitations. Let’s discuss them in detail.
6.5 Inches Wheel Size Hoverboards
The 6.5 inches wheel-size hoverboards are considered best for the kids. These small-wheeled hoverboards can carry less weight; they are considered best to be driven only onto flat surfaces because their battery and motor produce less torque. They can bear 10-80kg, go up to 12-15km per hour, and travel approximately 12-15 km in a single go.
They are specially designed for small light-weighted persons. An adult is not recommended to ride them because they have a higher weight that eventually damages the hoverboards.
Besides, they weighed approximately 10kg, so it is easier for both adults and kids to handle them.
8.5 Inches Wheel Size Hoverboards
The 8.5 inches wheel-size hoverboards can usually bear up to 20 to 100 kg of weight. They are considered best for both kids and adults. As their battery and wheel motors produce enough torque, they can go off-road.
They can go up to 12-15 km per hour and travel 15 km on a single battery charge and it weighs approximately 12kg.
Also Read: How Long Does It Take For A Hoverboard to Charge?
10 Inches Wheel Size Hoverboards
10 inches wheel-size hoverboards can go into almost every place. They can be driven off-road like grass, dirt, gravel, etc. They mostly come with special tires that can form a strong grip on the surface, making it run on rough surfaces.
Besides, they are considered best for adults and teenagers. They can carry 20 to 100 kg of weight. If you are looking for a hoverboard to climb a slightly incline road, you should go for a 10 inches powerful hoverboard.
Furthermore, they can go up to 15-20 km and travel up to 15 km in a single fully charged battery.
Also Read: What Hoverboard Holds The Most Weight?
Choosing The Best Hoverboards For Adults
Many manufacturers claim their hoverboard is suitable for all adults and children, but this is not true. Everyone has a different purpose, physique, height, budget, etc. So how can a single hoverboard fit all? Of course, this is not possible.
So, I am going to write a detailed guide on how to choose the best hoverboard for an adult. For this, let’s understand what things you should consider before buying any hoverboard for yourself.
Weight Capacity
The first thing you should consider while buying a hoverboard for an adult is how much weight he/she has. If a rider is 70-80 kg, you should buy a hoverboard that can bear up to 100 kg. Similarly, if an adult is 90-100 kg, then he/she should buy a hoverboard that can bear up to 120kg of weight.
The reason behind this is: a rider’s weight directly impacts the overall efficiency of a hoverboard. If an overweight person rides a hoverboard, it would be difficult for the machine to work efficiently and perform.
That is why always consider the weight capacity while buying a hoverboard. If it suits you, then proceed to the next.
Also Read: How Much Do Hoverboards Weigh and Which One To Choose?
Wheel Size
The second thing you should consider is the hoverboard’s wheel size. As stated above, hoverboards are made in different wheel sizes, and each size is suitable for different persons.
If you are a 6 ft adult with a muscular body and need a hoverboard, that can be your travel buddy. In that case, you should choose a 10 inches wheel-size hoverboard because a 10 inches hoverboard has a decent footboard and can easily take a tall, muscular rider.
Similarly, if you are a short person with less than 5.5 ft, you should consider hoverboards with less than 10 inches wheel. You can buy a 10 inches hoverboard also, but the most suitable one would be 8.5 inches.
The hoverboard’s overall size is made according to the wheel size. So, buy a hoverboard that suits you according to your height and physique.
The taller one should buy 10 inches, the middle one should buy 8.5 inches, and the short guys should buy a 6.5 inches hoverboard.
Riding Surface
The third most important thing is to determine your riding surface type. If you want to buy a hoverboard that you can ride on rough surfaces like grass, gravel, or dirt, you should go for a specific off-road hoverboard with 8.5 or 10 inches wheels.
Or, if you want to buy it to ride on a flat road or other smooth and flat surfaces, you can buy any sized hoverboard according to your weight and size.
If you want a hoverboard to ride it on incline roads or climb up hills, you should go for a device with powerful motors, gripping solid tiers, and a powerful battery.
Because climbing is a difficult task for an e-scooter, it takes a lot of torque to climb uphill. So, buy a hoverboard with a minimum 600w wheel motor, a powerful battery, and 6.5 or 8.5 inches wheels.
Also Read: Can Hoverboards Go Uphill? How High Can It Go?
Choosing Hoverboards For Heavy Adults
When the hoverboards were first introduced, they were not able to bear the heavy-weight adults. Now, the technology has evolved so much, and many manufacturers have introduced mini e-vehicles and hoverboards for heavy adults.
But heavy adults are still confused about which one they should buy according to their weight or physique.
The manufacturers claim that their hoverboard can bear 100kg or 120kg riders. But they do not specify the other important factors like how much a heavy-weighted adult can travel on their hoverboard or where they can ride it.
This makes the situation very confusing for the buyers, and that is why I am going to discuss a complete guide on choosing a hoverboard for heavy adults.
Weight Capacity
The first thing you should look at in a hoverboard is how much maximum weight it can hold.
If you are 100kg and the hoverboard that you are looking for can carry a maximum of 100kg, then that product is not suitable for you.
Because that is a maximum weight limit and you will be very near to the limits. Riding such a hoverboard can put you and your hoverboard at risk.
So always go for the hoverboard that can carry some extra KGs than your weight. Just like your mother, buy clothes bigger than your size to avoid the risk of them getting short next year.
Wheel Size And Board Size
The next thing that you should see in a hoverboard is its wheel size. If you are a heavy adult with a short height, then the 8.5 or 6.5 inches hoverboard will be suitable for you if it’s capable of bearing your weight.
The reason behind this is the hoverboards are made according to the wheel size. For example, the 10 inches wheel size’s board size will be bigger, and the 6.5 inches wheel size’s board size will be shorter.
That is why you should look at wheel size and the board size to buy a better product for yourself.
If you are a taller adult with a heavy-weighted body, you should buy a 10 inches hoverboard that can hold your weight.
The 10 inches hoverboards have a slightly broader footboard, and a tall person can easily stand on that and travel conveniently.
Riding Purpose & Surface
The third most important thing that you should determine is where you are going to ride the hoverboard? What is your purpose for riding?
If you want a hoverboard to ride on the straight & smooth road, all the hoverboards meeting the criteria mentioned above are suitable for you.
But if you need a hoverboard for riding on the grass or rough surface, you should go for an Off-Road hardcore hoverboard meeting the criteria mentioned above.
If you need to buy a hoverboard that can get you uphill and climb incline roads, you should buy a Segway. It is the only hoverboard that can get a heavier adult uphill while giving a good travel range.
Choosing Hoverboard For Kids
Kids mostly love hoverboards, and they want to ride them and have fun activities. But, parents are confused about whether they should let them ride it because hoverboards have a very controversial history.
They have a long history of catching fire and exploding. That is why everyone was confused about whether they were safe for the kids or not. But thanks to the technology, hoverboards are now technically safe for everyone out there.
There are many types of models of hoverboards available in the market, which creates a new confusion for parents. They are confused about which one they should buy for their kids.
So, I am going to write a complete guide on what things you should consider while choosing a hoverboard for your kid.
Hoverboard Kid’s Size
The first thing that you should consider is the hoverboard size and the size of your kid. Yes, size matters. The smaller the kid is, the smaller hoverboard you should choose. Hoverboards come in three primary sizes 6.5, 8.5, and 10 inches wheel size.
If your kids are 8 to 10 years old, you should buy a 6.5 inches hoverboard. It would be a perfect fit for your kid according to your kid’s height and overall size.
Similarly, if your kid is 10-12 years old, you can consider the 6.5 or 8.5 inches hoverboard according to your child’s height.
If your child is bigger in age but short in height, the 6.5 will suit him/her. Otherwise, 8.5 is suitable for 10 to 12 years olds.
If your child is 13 or above, then you can consider any hoverboard size according to the height.
Kid’s Weight
A child’s weight also matters when choosing a suitable hoverboard. Almost all hoverboards have a minimum weight limit for a rider to ride them smoothly, and if you buy a hoverboard that has a minimum 40 kg limit and your child is just 35 kg total. Then it would be difficult for them to ride and difficult for the hoverboard to operate normally.
So before buying any hoverboard, check its minimum weight limit written on the box or packaging first.
Safety Features
Safety features are the most important thing you should check in a hoverboard before buying it for your kids. The first thing that you should check is the UL2272 certificate.
A hoverboard should be mandatory UL2272 certified. If the box has no information about this certificate, then stay away from that hoverboard.
Buying a hoverboard that is not UL2272 certified means buying a dangerous toy for your kid that can explode.
After making sure that the product is UL2272 certified, check if the board has a security alarm, headlights, turn indicators, etc. If the hoverboard is equipped with the above major features, then you can buy that hoverboard for your kids.
Also Read: Are Hoverboards Safe?
Conclusion
Buying a hoverboard is not easy because there are many types of hoverboards available in the market. Many manufacturers made them with different styles and in different specifications. That is why it is difficult for everyone to determine which one to buy.
They are available in different colors, weight capacity, power options, etc. So, I have written this detailed guide on which hoverboard you should buy and what things you should consider before buying one. Moreover, I have discussed which things you should consider before choosing a hoverboard for an adult, heavy adult, or kid. The guide will surely help you make the right purchase decision and enjoy the thrill.
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