RS
Mearth's long-range commuter with a big removable battery. Can be limited to the 25 km/h legal class.
- Best for
- Longer, smoother routes where a removable battery is particularly useful.
- Range estimate
- 45 km
- Weight
- 23 kg
- Rider limit
- 100 kg
Australian price and specification comparison using the live ScootFinder catalogue, with realistic range estimates and state-dependent legality.
Choose the Apollo Go for suspension, dual-motor traction, self-healing tubeless tyres, IP66 sealing and a higher 120 kg rider limit. Choose the Mearth RS for its removable battery and slightly larger range estimate if pre-order timing and the no-suspension chassis suit you.
Mearth's long-range commuter with a big removable battery. Can be limited to the 25 km/h legal class.
Apollo's dual motor commuter, IP66 rated with self-healing tubeless tyres. Regulated to the 25 km/h legal class in Australia.
Manufacturer range claims are shown separately from ScootFinder planning estimates. A TBC value is left blank by the source rather than inferred.
| Specification | Mearth RS | Apollo Go 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Current price | $1,299 | $1,299 |
| Catalogue status | current | current |
| Availability | pre-order | in-stock |
| Claimed range | 65 km | 58 km |
| ScootFinder range estimate | 45 km | 40 km |
| Weight | 23 kg | 22 kg |
| Maximum rider load | 100 kg | 120 kg |
| Rated motor | 500 W | TBC |
| Peak motor | 850 W | 1500 W |
| Unrestricted device speed | 40 km/h | 45 km/h |
| Can be limited to 25 km/h | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | 561 Wh | 540 Wh |
| Water resistance | IPX4 | IP66 |
| Tyres | 10 inch, explosion-proof | 9 inch tubeless, self-healing gel |
| Suspension | None | Front spring, rear rubber absorber |
| Brakes | Rear wheel drive with regenerative braking | Rear drum plus regenerative |
Mearth RS: Fits the 25 km/h legal class, but rules still vary by state. Legal to ride within limits in 6 of 8 states and territories. Not permitted for private use in NSW or NT.
Apollo Go 2024: Fits the 25 km/h legal class, but rules still vary by state. Legal to ride within limits in 6 of 8 states and territories. Not permitted for private use in NSW or NT.
Speed capability is only one part of the rule. Rider age, licence requirements, where you ride and local speed limits also matter. Check the current state-by-state guide before riding.
The Apollo Go is the stronger hill choice on paper because it combines dual motors with suspension and traction-focused tyres.
ScootFinder estimates about 45 km for the Mearth and 40 km for the Apollo. Actual distance depends on speed, load and terrain.
Apollo sells directly through its Australian store. Mearth showed the RS as a pre-order when checked, so dispatch timing should be confirmed.
ScootFinder has not physically road-tested these two units for this comparison. Published specifications come from the sources below. Real-world range figures are clearly labelled ScootFinder estimates and prices or availability should be confirmed before purchase.