Updated September 30, 2026 · CommuteCue Editorial Team
AnyHill Electric Scooter vs iHoverboard
AnyHill Electric Scooter
iHoverboard
Higher score in this comparison
What sets them apart
| Compare | iHoverboardReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | AnyHill UM-1, AnyHill UM-2, AnyHill UM-3 | i9, i8, i9Max, i10Plus, iX5S |
| Price from | $299 | £99.99 |
| Top speed (km/h) | 31 | 30 |
| Nominal motor power (W) | 450 | 350 |
| Claimed range (km) | 39 to 45Higher | 30 |
| Weight (kg) | 7.5Lower | 12 |
| Maximum load (kg) | 136Higher | 100 |
| Tyres | Pneumatic | Solid |
| Markets | US | GB, DE, FR, USCovers more |
| Battery capacity (Wh) | Not confirmed | 270 |
| Suspension | Not confirmed | No |
Same on both: Vehicle type (Kick scooter), Folding (Yes), IP rating (IP54), Warranty (12 months), Spare parts shop (Yes).
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Key differences
- iHoverboard scores higher overall: 9.3 vs 9.2.
- Claimed range (km) is higher at AnyHill Electric Scooter: 39 to 45 vs 30.
- Weight (kg) is lower at AnyHill Electric Scooter: 7.5 vs 12.
- Maximum load (kg) is higher at AnyHill Electric Scooter: 136 vs 100.
- Support channels: only iHoverboard offers Chat.
- Brakes: only AnyHill Electric Scooter offers Drum.
- Brakes: only iHoverboard offers Disc.
- Markets: only iHoverboard offers GB, DE, FR.
Our verdict on each
AnyHill Electric Scooter
AnyHill Electric Scooter suits US commuters who want cheap, foldable kick-scooters with real range and parts backup. Entry price of $299 sits well below the €2,299 site median, and the lineup AnyHill UM-1, AnyHill UM-2, AnyHill UM-3 covers short city hops and longer trips.
iHoverboard
iHoverboard suits commuters who want a folding scooter and a bike range from one seller serving Britain, Germany, France and the US. Entry sits at £99.99 with 12 months of cover, and 270 Wh packs a 30 km claimed range, while 468 Wh tops the bigger bikes.
Score breakdown
| Area | AnyHill Electric Scooter | iHoverboard |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.1Entry price of $299 on the AnyHill UM-1, AnyHill UM-2, AnyHill UM-3 range, far under the €2,299 site median, with 12 months warranty months included. | 9.7HigherPrice from £99.99 puts it 5 of 52 on price from, and cost scores 9.7. |
| Offer | 9.2HigherRange of 39 to 45 km, folding, a spare parts shop, and email, phone and help centre support, all wrapped in a IP54 chassis rating. | 8.8Entry priced at £99.99, bikes topping out at £639.99, with finance and 12 months cover; offer scores 8.8. |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | AnyHill Electric Scooter | iHoverboard |
|---|---|---|
| Electric scooters | 27 of 58 | 25 of 58 |
| Lightweight e-scooters | 11 of 24 | 9 of 24 |
Licences and countries
| Country | AnyHill Electric Scooter | iHoverboard |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | United States | United Kingdom |
Additional countries for AnyHill Electric Scooter: 1. Additional countries for iHoverboard: 1.
Every fact side by side
| Fact | AnyHill Electric Scooter | iHoverboard |
|---|---|---|
| Road-legal in | Us | Not confirmed |
| Brakes | Drum, Regen | Disc, Regen |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | LTTGFRS LTD |
| Headquarters | United States | United Kingdom |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centre | Email, Phone, Chat, Help centreCovers more |
E-bikes
| Fact | AnyHill Electric Scooter | iHoverboard |
|---|---|---|
| Bike types | Not confirmed | Commuter, Folding, Step through |
| Price up to | Not confirmed | £639.99 |
| Motor position | Not confirmed | Hub |
| Nominal motor power (W) | Not confirmed | 250 |
| Assist class | Not confirmed | EU 25 |
| Largest battery (Wh) | Not confirmed | 468 |
| Removable battery | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Maximum payload (kg) | Not confirmed | 150 |
| Belt drive | Not confirmed | No |
| Frame warranty | Not confirmed | 2 years |
| Battery warranty | Not confirmed | 0.5 years |
| Sales model | Not confirmed | Both |
| Service network | Not confirmed | Own |
| Money-back period | Not confirmed | 30 days |
| Finance | Not confirmed | Yes |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | AnyHill Electric Scooter | iHoverboard | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top speed (km/h) | 31above the median | 30at the median | 30 |
| Nominal motor power (W) | 450below the median | 350below the median | 500 |
| Battery capacity (Wh) | Not confirmed | 270lowest quarter | 612 |
| Claimed range (km) | 39 to 45below the median | 30lowest quarter | 89.25 |
| Weight (kg) | 7.5lowest quarter | 12lowest quarter | 17.82 |
| Maximum load (kg) | 136above the median | 100lowest quarter | 120.2 |
Median across 48 listed brands.
Pros and cons
AnyHill Electric Scooter
Pros
- Entry price of $299 keeps AnyHill far below the €2,299 site median and near the €599.99 floor.
- Claimed range of 39 to 45 km is a genuine all-rounder figure, and the AnyHill UM-1, AnyHill UM-2, AnyHill UM-3 lineup spans more than one use case.
- Folding is standard, and 7.5 kg makes the range-carrying models easy to lift into a car or onto a train.
Cons
- Road legality covers us only, so riders elsewhere have a narrower choice than brands sold across 77.8% and the wider market.
- Braking on the flagship model is drum and regen, not the hydraulic disc brakes common among listed rivals such as iSinwheel and AOVO Official.
- Warranty runs 12 months, shorter than the longer cover buyers get from brands with wider service networks.
iHoverboard
Pros
- Price from £99.99 puts the brand at 5 of 52 on the site, so entry is priced at the sharp end.
- Finance is available and the bike range tops out at £639.99, so the pricier frames can be spread rather than paid outright.
- Support runs on email, phone and chat with servicing in-house, and a spare parts shop lets wear parts be ordered directly.
Cons
- Suspension is absent on the scooter, so the ride suits smooth urban routes more than broken ones.
- Belt drive is absent on the bike, so the drivetrain is the part that needs regular attention.
- Battery capacity of 270 Wh ranks 16 of 20 brands on the site, well under 436.7 Wh.
Who each suits
AnyHill Electric Scooter
Who it suits
- US commuters on a tight budget who need a folding kick-scooter for short hops and longer rides alike
- Riders who keep a spare parts shop on hand and value email, phone and help centre support over dealer visits
- Households wanting a second or kids' model, since AnyHill UM-1, AnyHill UM-2, AnyHill UM-3 spans adult and junior versions
Who should look elsewhere
- Riders outside US, who should look at wider ranges such as GT2 1200W, GT1 2026 800W, S10MAX 1000W, S9PRO 500W instead
- Buyers who want hydraulic disc braking, which iSinwheel and AOVO Official options in AOVO T1 Pro, AOVO X9 Promax, AOVO X11, AOVO G2 list alongside drum setups
- Anyone seeking long warranty cover, since 12 months warranty months is modest
iHoverboard
Who it suits
- Commuters who want a kick scooter that folds and weighs 12 kg, so it can go on a train or under a desk.
- Riders buying scooters and bikes from one seller, with commuter, folding and step through frames, finance and a spare parts shop under the same roof.
- Readers who want an own-brand shop to put against iSinwheel and AOVO Official, weighing i9, i8, i9Max, i10Plus, iX5S against GT2 1200W, GT1 2026 800W, S10MAX 1000W, S9PRO 500W and AOVO T1 Pro, AOVO X9 Promax, AOVO X11, AOVO G2.
Who should look elsewhere
- Riders after a belt drive or suspension, since both are absent from the parts of the range described.
- Long-distance commuters, because 270 Wh sits well under 436.7 Wh for the site, so pack size is worth weighing against iSinwheel or AOVO Official first.
- Buyers shopping outside GB, DE and FR, where neither the range nor the service network reaches.
Country by country
| Country | AnyHill Electric Scooter | iHoverboard |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | No | Yes |
| United States | Yes | No |
Questions about each
AnyHill Electric Scooter
How much does an AnyHill Electric Scooter cost?+
Prices start at $299 across the AnyHill UM-1, AnyHill UM-2, AnyHill UM-3 range. That sits well below the €2,299 median across the brands compared here, and near the €599.99 lowest point. The cost ranking among brands is set out in 13 of 52 listings.
What range can I expect on a single charge?+
Claimed range is 39 to 45 km, which sits comfortably above the 436.7 Wh typical battery class in this comparison. The site median speed across listings is 30 km/h, so the range figure is generous for a kick-scooter. Real distance varies with rider weight, hills and tyre pressure.
iHoverboard
What does entry cost, and can the bigger bikes be financed?+
Entry is priced at £99.99, which places the brand at 5 of 52 brands on the site for price from. The bike side is wider, with commuter, folding and step-through frames (commuter, folding and step through) and prices topping out at £639.99. Finance is available, so a larger frame can be spread rather than paid in one sum.
How far does one charge go?+
The folding scooter carries 270 Wh and a 30 km claimed range, a headline figure rather than an independent check. Larger bikes take 468 Wh, so the extra capacity sits on the bike models rather than the scooter. At 12 kg, the scooter is a short-commute machine with a 100 kg load limit for errands.
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AnyHill Electric Scooter
iHoverboard