KingSong, Inmotion, Gotway or Veteran: Which E-unicycle Is Worth Buying?

With so many new electric unicycles entering the market, you're bound to get sucked in the excitement of buying the latest mobility device. You expect to get the biggest, best of the best e-unicycle which is stronger, faster, and loaded with all the features one could dream of!

At the moment, four new e-unicycles have created a buzz: InMotion V12, Gotway Begode Hero, KingSong S20 Eagle, and Veteran Abrams. So, which one is the best? Let’s take a closer look.

InMotion V12

The Inmotion V12 is renowned to be extremely customizable and made from robust durable materials to stand the test of time. It comes with an interactive touch display, bright LED headlights, and three different pedal hangers to adjust the pedal height for the terrain you are riding on. The V12 has a IPX5 water resistant rating as well for those off-road rides. It even has a charging port for other devices!

The V12 has a 16 x 3 inch wide tire with a 2500W motor and a battery of 1750 Wh providing you with a top speed of up to 70 km/hr. By not having a hollow motor and (surprisingly) the lack of suspension, this EUC is agile and responsive to acceleration. However, it may wobble a bit at high speeds, and you may feel that brakes are slower than other electric unicycles.

Other downsides include the necessity to connect to the InMotion App before riding, the long charging time, and its weight of 29 kgs which could limit portability especially since its trolley handle is difficult to open and close with a single hand.

The V12 costs CAD $2999 and thereby making it the cheapest out of the four competitors.

KingSong S20 Eagle

After the success of Kingsong S16 and S18, people are looking forward to the S20 Eagle. This all-action machine is the lightest out of the 4 EUCs but still offers features at par with its competitors. Its 3300 W motor is paired with a 2220 Wh battery that delivers high torque and speed of 70 km/h on its 20 inch wide wheel. Plus, it has a 10 Amp supercharging option so your e-unicycle is ready to go whenever you need it.

KS S20 has variable linkage dampening spring suspension to provide the ultimate shock absorption for bumpy rides. In addition, the ergonometric design of the body, handle and seat cushion will provide comfort for long distances.

While all this sounds great, the S20 will be KingSong’s first hollow bore motor and battery of 126 V so its performance with respect to other features, still needs to be determined.

From a price standpoint, the S20 is set for CAD $4099, steeper than the V12 but definitely cheaper than the Gotway Hero and Veteran Abrams. When you consider all that the S20 is offering, the price may not feel too steep.

Gotway Begode Hero

Gotway Hero is termed by many as a ‘beast’ when it comes to off-road riding. Its 2800 W motor and 1800 Wh battery races this beast to reach a thrilling speed of 79km/hr, a speed that none of the other three EUCs offer. It has air suspension similar to the KingSong S18 and honey comb foot pedals to provide a firm grip. But coming in at 36.5 kgs, Gotway Hero is very heavy and so it’s no surprise that it doesn't have the power to accomplish the longer ranges of the V12 or KS S20.

Perhaps the biggest downside of Gotway Hero is the enormous price tag it carries. Paying over $5000 for a 1800 W motor seems too much. Gotway’s speckled history of battery fires resulting from the use of poor quality parts and substandard manufacturing doesn’t help its case either. Unless these past issues are properly dealt with in the Hero, consumers may not be willing to give this e-unicycle a shot.

Veteran Abrams

The Veteran looks to be an upgrade of the current Veteran Sherman; it has a bigger motor of 3500 W, wider tire of 22 inch, integrated mudguard, metal roll bars for protection, and off road spiked pedals. WIth a battery of 2700 Wh, Abrams can reach a top speed of 100 km/hr so if you’re looking for speed then this e-unicycle will interest you the most.

These upgrades unfortunately make it the heaviest (almost 40 kgs) of all four e-unicycles. Depending on the style of riding and terrain, Abrams may fall short to reach a long range of 200 km like the KingSing S20. Last but not the least, it ranks the second most expensive EUC at CAD $4460.

Which EUC should I buy?

All four e-unicycles have a lot to offer in terms of power, safety, design and aesthetics. If you're new to the electric unicycle category, then going with Inmotion V12 or KingSong S20 makes most sense since you can get most of the features and benefits at the lower end of the price spectrum. The Veteran and Gotway would be better suited for seasoned riders willing to take their chances with a more expensive machine with specific qualities.