6 Best Apollo City 2021 Alternatives (2026)
The best alternatives to the Apollo City 2021 are the Pure x McLaren MCL38 (50/100) and Nanrobot D5+ (51/100), both commuter scooters in a similar class. The Apollo City 2021 scores 50/100 — here's how each alternative compares on the dimensions that matter.
Quick Comparison
| Model | Score | Price | Range | Top Speed | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apollo City 2021 · This one | 50 | $1,299 | 45.1 km | 40.2 km/h | 17.7 kg |
| Pure x McLaren MCL38 | 50 | $1,142 | 62.4 km | 25 km/h | 16.2 kg |
| Nanrobot D5+ | 51 | — | 80 km | 64 km/h | 31.8 kg |
| Segway MAX G3 | 81 | $800 | 80 km | 45 km/h | 24.6 kg |
| Backfire Scooters Rover M8 | 75 | $754 | 72 km | 55 km/h | 31.5 kg |
| Apollo Phantom 2.0 Stellar | 77 | $2,799 | 90.1 km | 85.3 km/h | 49.4 kg |
| Segway MAX G3 PLUS | 78 | $1,149 | 50 km | 45 km/h | 25.2 kg |
Closest Alternatives to the Apollo City 2021
Scores 45 points higher on Tech (45 vs 0) for $157 less.
Scores 42 points higher on Power & Speed (99 vs 57).
Cheaper Alternatives
$499 cheaper and 31 points higher overall — better value.
$545 cheaper and 25 points higher overall — better value.
Worth Paying More For
27 points higher overall (77 vs 50) for $1,500 more.
Better at Tech
Scores 80 points higher on Tech (80 vs 0) — the Apollo City 2021's weakest area.
Why Consider an Alternative?
The Apollo City 2021 scores lowest on Tech (0/100) and Comfort (45/100). If those matter for your use case, the alternatives above may serve you better.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best alternative to the Apollo City 2021?
The Pure x McLaren MCL38 is the closest alternative, scoring 50/100 versus the Apollo City 2021's 50/100. Scores 45 points higher on Tech (45 vs 0) for $157 less.
Is there a cheaper alternative to the Apollo City 2021?
Yes — the Segway MAX G3 is $499 cheaper and 31 points higher overall — better value. It scores 81/100.
What's better than the Apollo City 2021?
The Apollo Phantom 2.0 Stellar scores higher overall — 27 points higher overall (77 vs 50) for $1,500 more. It's the natural step up if your budget allows.
How does the Apollo City 2021 compare to the Pure x McLaren MCL38?
The Apollo City 2021 scores slightly higher overall (50 vs 50/100), though the Pure x McLaren MCL38 stays competitive. Compare them side by side for the full spec breakdown.
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