January 2025
Electric Skateboards: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of electric skateboards rankings posted by key online experts, as of January 2025.
Summary
On 9 Jan 2025, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 83 electric skateboard endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
68 electric skateboards were endorsed in total, only 13 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)
As of 9 Jan 2025, Backfire G2 takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed electric skateboard with 3 expert endorsements. 2 experts out of 3 recommended it as the '#1 electric skateboard' this month.
Brand breakdown
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Meepo: 6 electric skateboards
(#1 is Meepo V5)
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Exway: 5 electric skateboards
(#1 is Exway Flex Pro)
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Backfire: 2 electric skateboards
(#1 is Backfire G2)
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Swagtron: 2 electric skateboards
(#1 is Swagtron Swagskate NG3)
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Boosted: 2 electric skateboards
(#1 is Boosted Mini X)
Price breakdown
At a glance - January Ranking
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concretewaves.com
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eskatehub.com
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Dmarge
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Forbes
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Escape Monthly
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Digital Trends
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Popular Mechanics
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The Electric Wheels
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TechGearLab
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studyfinds.org
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Backfire G2
The Backfire G2 Black Electric Skateboard is highly praised for its powerful motors, long range, top speed, and durable design, making it a great choice for riders seeking a reliable and enjoyable electric skateboard.
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Exway Flex Pro
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10
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Backfire Zealot S2
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Swagtron Swagskate NG3
The Swagtron Swagskate NG3 is a compact and lightweight electric skateboard designed for kids and youths, offering a range of up to 10 kilometers, a maximum speed of 9.3 mph, and easy maneuverability, making it a great option for beginners.
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Boosted Mini X
The Boosted Mini X electric skateboard is highly praised for its powerful motor, excellent hill climbing ability, decent range, and durable build quality, making it a recommended choice for riders seeking a versatile and reliable electric skateboard for everyday use.
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Meepo V5
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Evolve Hadean
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4
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WowGo Mini 2S
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Meepo Voyager
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JKing H2B
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Exway Atlas Pro
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Acton Blink S
The Acton Blink S electric skateboard is a lightweight and powerful option for short to medium distance commuting, offering quick acceleration and customizable riding modes, although it may struggle with hill climbing.
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Onewheel GT
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We ranked Backfire G2 #1 in January 2025 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best electric skateboards” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Backfire G2 as #1.
Forbes
Best Budget Electric Skateboard
Fun and speedy
Great price for the performance
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Low max load
Not enough power to climb steep hills
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Popular Mechanics
Best Overall
Flexible, shock-absorbing deck
Water- and dust-resistant motors
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Top speed may be too low for some commuters
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We ranked Exway Flex Pro #2 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best electric skateboards” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Exway Flex Pro as #1.
eskatehub.com
Best Electric Skateboard for Cruising
Great value-for-money
Very comfortable ride
Customizable to suit your riding style
Well built and designed
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Not ideal for hard carving
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Forbes
Best Electric Skateboard Overall
Impressive speed and range for the price
Stable enough for beginners without compromising performance
Mobile app gives total customization
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Not built for off-road riding
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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts
Identify Experts
We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend electric skateboards.
Capture Rankings
For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of electric skateboards, it must be updated in the last 9 months.
Aggregate Rankings
We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking
Experts chosen for January 2025 ranking
We ranked Backfire Zealot S2 #3 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best electric skateboards” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Backfire Zealot S2 as #1.
eskatehub.com
Best Electric Skateboard for Performance-Price Balance
Great value-for-money
High performance specs
Reputable brand
Swappable wheels with a ton of options
Flexy deck
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You can’t kick push
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TechGearLab
Best Overall / Editor's Choice
Powerful
Great braking
Nice remote
Adjustable settings
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Will need to replace belts at some point
Not the smoothest on rough roads
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We ranked Swagtron Swagskate NG3 #4 in January 2025 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best electric skateboards” rankings.
Escape Monthly
Best for Kids
Speed locking feature
Intelligent sensors
Rear light for additional safety
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Too small for adults
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Popular Mechanics
Best for Kids
Light-up taillights
Smart sensor technology
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Can’t ride manually when battery dies
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We ranked Boosted Mini X #5 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best electric skateboards” rankings.
Escape Monthly
Best for Commuters
Highly durable
High maneuverability
Impressive acceleration
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Maybe a little soft for the heavier riders
On the upper price bracket
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We ranked Meepo V5 #6 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best electric skateboards” rankings.
Popular Mechanics
Best for Stability
Multiple riding modes
Stable across bumps in the road
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Ride is less smooth when riding without power
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TechGearLab
Best Budget-Friendly Option
Good mode separation
Plenty fast for most people
Great brakes
Built-in carry handle
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Below average range
Concave could be too much for some
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We ranked Evolve Hadean #7 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best electric skateboards” rankings.
eskatehub.com
Best Premium Electric Skateboard
Amazing customer support
High performance specs
Very comfortable to ride
Great carving ability
Customisable wheel options
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Pricey, but worth it
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We ranked WowGo Mini 2S #8 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best electric skateboards” rankings.
eskatehub.com
Best Mini Electric Skateboard
Great value-for-money
Reputable bran
Cloudwheel options
Easy to manoeuvre
Built with top quality components
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No shock absorbing grip tape
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Forbes
Best Mini Electric Skateboard
Great price for the base model with ability to add high-performance components
Built for traditional skaters
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Shock absorption is lackluster
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We ranked Meepo Voyager #9 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best electric skateboards” rankings.
eskatehub.com
Best Electric Skateboard For Commuting
Great value-for-money
Reputable brand
It’s really fast
Has a great range
Closest thing to the original Boosted Boards.
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Price is creeping up (for a once-budget brand) but it’s still great value-for-money
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Forbes
Best Long-Range Electric Skateboard
Superior range and highest max load on this list
365-day warranty
Made of carbon fiber for shock absorption over any terrain
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Not the best for carving
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We ranked JKing H2B #10 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best electric skateboards” rankings.
Popular Mechanics
Best Entry level
Built-in carrying handles
12-month warranty
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Can’t climb steep hills
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TechGearLab
Best Entry Level Option
Handy carry handle
Easy to turn
Comfortable deck
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Lacks range
Mediocre brake modes
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We ranked Exway Atlas Pro #11 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best electric skateboards” rankings.
eskatehub.com
Best Electric Skateboard For Power and Performance
Incredibly customisable
High performance
Has all the extra features
Comfortable, wide, concave deck
Mobile app for deeper customisations
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Pricey
Big and heavy
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We ranked Acton Blink S #12 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best electric skateboards” rankings.
We ranked Onewheel GT #13 in January 2025 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best electric skateboards” rankings.
Forbes
Best Innovative Electric Skateboard
Can handle on-road and off-road conditions
Intuitive, smooth ride
Climbs hills well
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Heavy and bulky
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TechGearLab
Best Ride
Great for all-terrain & off-roading
Intuitive braking system
Climbs all but the steepest hills
Solid range
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Not as comfortable underfoot
Pushing it to top speed is a little sketchy
Heavy
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