Apollo Go Review: An Entry-Level Scooter With High-End Features – CNET [CNET]
![CNET logo](https://i0.wp.com/www.cnet.com/a/neutron/images/logos/cnet-short.png?w=800&ssl=1)
Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests our top picks. If you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Reviews ethics statement
The Apollo Go is a classy, entry-level scooter suitable for last-mile commuting by newbies and experienced riders alike.
![Joseph_Kaminski.jpg](https://i0.wp.com/www.cnet.com/a/img/resize/448b2312b1db864f8cec963652b060339887d18e/hub/2012/12/05/cee1a773-eacb-11e2-8339-d4ae52e62bcc/Joseph_Kaminski.jpg?resize=96%2C96&ssl=1)
The $1,199 Apollo Go fulfills the demand for a compact yet efficient scooter suitable for daily commuting. Many scooters try to blend compactness with power and long-distance capability but often compromise style and safety features. The Go excels in finding a perfect balance between all of these factors.
The Go is an excellent, entry-level scooter for beginners with a simple learning curve, but it’s also a portable, practical option for experienced riders.
First impressions out of the box
The scooter was thoughtfully packaged, and I could easily view the entire scooter by opening the box from the side rather than the top. This enables users to taking note of the scooter’s connections and placement when removing it. The complete scooter is sandwiched between two foam pieces, shielded by plastic for protection.
![img-0525](https://i0.wp.com/www.cnet.com/a/img/resize/16d5b2d2a8bf34b2cd770f25c66c8c17b50c45e3/hub/2024/02/16/882bdd6e-3819-4af8-a22e-62b4ef61b2ff/img-0525.jpg?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
View of the Go once the top foam is removed.
Joseph KaminskiThe Go ships with a comprehensive toolkit in an Apollo-branded case, and it features individual Allen keys rather than the common knife-style tool that ships with most scooters. Additionally, the package includes spare screws, a set of replacement handlebar tips for protecting the LED signal lights and a small hand pump.
While documentation is provided, the scooter only required placing the handlebars in the stem and inserting six hex screws for assembly. The scooter shipped with a charge, so I could immediately sync it with the required Apollo iOS/Android app and go through the introduction video.
![apollo-go-4](https://i0.wp.com/www.cnet.com/a/img/resize/7e1777f1c049e13532e534434c0350843f2e0140/hub/2024/02/16/60123095-47bc-45a2-bcff-75b96d6be569/apollo-go-4.jpg?resize=800%2C450&ssl=1)
Folding latch accompanied by a rubber strap for enhanced security.
Joseph KaminskiFeatures
Apollo provides scooters tailored to various needs and preferences, ranging from the top-of-the-line Apollo Pro to the swift Apollo Phantom and now to the Apollo Go. The Go features three-speed levels powered by dual 350-watt motors, with a top speed of 28 mph, boasting a lightweight build of 46 pounds and offering a range of approximately 20 to 30 miles on a single charge. The Go is fitted with an airflow suspension comprised of spring and rubber. In addition, the 9-inch self-healing tires also help smooth out the ride.
Key highlights of the Go include its innovative folding mechanism for easy portability with less wiggle, and the added safety band surrounding the locking latch while the scooter is upright. These are small but welcome improvements on even some of the higher-tier competitors.
![screenshot-2024-02-16-at-2-53-54pm.png](https://i0.wp.com/www.cnet.com/a/img/resize/80fbd1a09ecb1a3d57706f7f200cba93d040ed1d/hub/2024/02/16/206ec036-13eb-43f1-9e8f-fbcd4de02a16/screenshot-2024-02-16-at-2-53-54pm.png?resize=800%2C482&ssl=1)