GOTRAX GXL Commuter v2

For what it is, the Gotrax GXL V2 Commuter electric scooter is impressive. We’re giving it a 4.5 out of 5 as a last-mile budget commuter scooter. The tires are a highlight, as well as the water-resistant frame, fast speed, and dual-braking system. The built-in handlebar display has all the info you need, and it’s about as light as a scooter of this level could be. We do wish the lighting was better, though, which is why we docked half a star. You can easily fix that by buying a helmet light and attaching a tail light. It’s a solid electric scooter for teens and adults alike.

Grab the Gotrax GXL V2 for a good all-around budget scooter. Gotrax includes E-ABS anti-locking brakes and other features on this model that are often reserved for higher-end scooters. Testing resulted in strong scores for comfort and braking. Air-filled tires and a solid safety latch stood out as impressive, while power and range left us wanting more. We feel it's a great introductory scooter choice at a good price for users in flat areas and if distance range is not a deciding factor.

Today we are looking at another great electric scooter, the Gotrax GXL V2; delivered from a young US-based company called Gotrax Galaxy. Not long ago reviewed the Gotrax Glider, an electric scooter aimed towards kids and teenagers; now we quickly have to move on to our Gotrax GXL V2 review, a scooter targeted at adults and designed for commuting. Gotrax certainly have been busy. Similarly to the Gotrax Glider, the GXL V2 is a reasonably priced, high-quality electric scooter.

Creating an e-scooter specifically with commuters in mind, Gotrax has really considered what appeals to this market and the challenges they face. With the upgraded Gotrax GXL v2, they have retained the quality 8.5″ pneumatic tyres, light frame and robust folding mechanisms and made upgrades to the build quality, braking system, and added cruise control. These premium features, available at an impressively low price make the Gotrax GXL v2 the perfect e-scooter for beginners or younger riders who want access to a quality piece of kit, without the bells and whistles attached to a higher price tag.

The GoTrax GXL V2 Commuter is a big improvement to the already solid and also hugely successful previous version of this scooter, the GoTrax GXL Commuter. With a price tag of $269, and a complete set of features that any modern scooter should have, this scooter is, without a doubt, one of the best budget scooters ever made. It does a good job of providing admirable performance for the price, while not sacrificing durability and user experience. If your budget is under $300, or you’re looking for a great beginner or entry-level scooter, or if you simply want a scooter that’s amazing bang-for-buck, I truly believe you will be very satisfied with the GoTrax GXL V2 Commuter.