Hover-1 Alpha
The Hover-1 Alpha is a electric scooter from Hover-1. 450 W motor, top speed 16 mph, up to 15 miles of range. Sold in United States.
Hover-1 Alpha specifications
- Motor
- 450 W
- Battery
- 270 Wh, 36 V 7.5 Ah
- Range per charge (stated)
- 15 miles (24 km)
- Top speed
- 16 mph (26 km/h)
- Wheel size
- 12 in
- Weight
- 30 lb (13.6 kg)
- Maximum load
- 220 lb (100 kg)
Manufacturer's figures as of 21 October 2026. Range is the brand's rated maximum.
What the Hover-1 Alpha is built for
The Hover-1 Alpha is an electric kick scooter for short trips and the last mile of a commute.
It has a 450 W motor and a top speed of 16 mph (26 km/h).
It carries a 270 Wh battery and a stated range of up to 15 miles (24 km) on a charge.
The Hover-1 Alpha weighs 30 lb (13.6 kg) and carries up to 220 lb (100 kg) including the rider.
In the United States the Hover-1 Alpha sells for $450, below the median of $530 across 163 electric scooters with a US price, among the more affordable models. That is $2 per watt-hour of battery.
Where the Hover-1 Alpha may be ridden
Most European countries cap electric scooters at 20 to 25 km/h on public roads; the Hover-1 Alpha's top speed of 16 mph (26 km/h) is within that range. In the United Kingdom privately owned e-scooters may not yet be ridden on public roads, and Germany requires a type-approved model with an insurance plate.
Hover-1 Alpha safety certification
The brand's listing for the Hover-1 Alpha does not state a UL 2272 or EN 17128 certification. New York City allows only e-scooters certified to UL 2272 to be sold or rented there; ask the seller for the certificate before buying.
Product details
- Product type
- Electric scooter
- Brand
- Hover-1 · United States
- Category
- Electric Scooters
- Sold in
- United States
- Price from
- $450