Electric Kick Scooter Market Report 2026

The electric kick scooter market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $3.73 billion in 2025 to $4.23 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to urban congestion issues, demand for last-mile transport, rise of shared mobility platforms, lithium-ion battery adoption, compact vehicle demand.

The electric kick scooter market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.92 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to smart city initiatives, emission reduction targets, growth of rental scooter fleets, battery technology improvements, connected mobility adoption. Major trends in the forecast period include growth of urban micro-mobility, expansion of shared scooter services, demand for lightweight foldable designs, adoption of high-capacity batteries, integration of smart connectivity.

The surge in popularity of electric vehicles is expected to boost the growth of the electric kick scooter market going forward. An electric vehicle (EV) refers to a vehicle that can move forward using an electric motor that draws power from a battery and can be externally charged. Electric kick scooters are preferred over other electric scooters as they are safe, practical, simple to use, and environmentally beneficial. For instance, in April 2024, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA), a France-based intergovernmental organization, reported that in 2024, the number of new electric car registrations in China reached 8.1 million in 2023, representing a 35% increase compared to 2022. Therefore, the surge in the popularity of electric vehicles is driving the growth of the electric kick scooter market.

Technological innovations are the key trend gaining popularity in the electric kick scooter market. Major companies operating in the electric kick-scooter market are focusing on developing new technologies to sustain their position in the market. For instance, in September 2023, NIU, a China-based electric kick scooter company, launched two unique and innovative carbon fiber scooters, the KQi Air X and the KQi Air. The revolutionary carbon fiber scooters aim to redefine the ultra-light electric scooter market, demonstrating NIU's dedication to quality, innovation, and sustainability. The KQi Air X weighs just 25.8 pounds and has a 100% carbon fiber frame, whereas the KQi Air weighs 26.2 pounds and has a carbon fiber (70%) and magnesium (30%) frame. With a top speed of 20 mph, a range of 31 miles, and a maximum power of 700 watts, the lightweight scooters provide an efficient and enjoyable ride, whether navigating city traffic or climbing hills with a 20% incline.

In September 2023, Bird Global Inc., a US-based urban micromobility company, acquired Spin for US$19 million. With this acquisition, Bird aims to expand its geographic footprint and fleet scale across North America, consolidating market share, increasing operational synergies, and strengthening its position as a leading micromobility provider in the electric kick scooter segment. Spin is a US-based micromobility company specializing in designing and building electric kick scooters.

Major companies operating in the electric kick scooter market report include Xiaomi Corporation, Segway Inc., Razor USA LLC, Swagtron, Dualtron, E-TWOW Scooters, Globber Scooters, Hiboy, NIU Technologies, Inokim Inc., Apollo Scooters Co., GOTRAX, Levy Electric Scooters, Kaabo, EMOVE, Evercross, Evolv Rides, Fluid Freeride, Zhejiang Okai Vehicle Co. Ltd., YADEA Technology Group Co Ltd., Jiangsu Xinri E-Vehicle Co Ltd., Govecs AG, iconBIT Ltd., Gyroor, Gpad.

Europe was the largest region in the electric kick scooter market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the electric kick scooter market report include Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the electric kick scooter market report include Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The electric kick-scooter market consists of sales of two-wheeled electric scooters, electric mopeds, and seated e-scooter. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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