Australian price and specification comparison using the live ScootFinder catalogue, with realistic range estimates and state-dependent legality.
Choose the Apollo Go for lower weight, tubeless self-healing tyres, IP66 sealing and the lower price. Choose the VSETT 8 APEX for disc brakes at both ends, a larger payload limit and more estimated range if solid tyres and a 28 kg chassis are acceptable.
Vsett's entry dual motor APEX commuter with Spring-R suspension. Capped to the 25 km/h legal class by default.
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 | VSETT 8 APEX | Apollo Go 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Current price | $2,199 | $1,299 |
| Catalogue status | new-release | current |
| Availability | in-stock | in-stock |
| Claimed range | 60 km | 58 km |
| ScootFinder range estimate | 42 km | 40 km |
| Weight | 28 kg | 22 kg |
| Maximum rider load | 130 kg | 120 kg |
| Rated motor | 600 W | TBC |
| Peak motor | 2500 W | 1500 W |
| Unrestricted device speed | 44 km/h | 45 km/h |
| Can be limited to 25 km/h | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | TBC | 540 Wh |
| Water resistance | Not published | IP66 |
| Tyres | 8.5 inch solid, front and rear | 9 inch tubeless, self-healing gel |
| Suspension | Spring-R, front and rear | Front spring, rear rubber absorber |
| Brakes | Front and rear disc with electronic braking assist | Rear drum plus regenerative |
VSETT 8 APEX: 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 better lift at 22 kg versus 28 kg, although both are substantial scooters.
The VSETT's solid tyres cannot suffer conventional air punctures. Apollo's pneumatic tyres use self-healing gel but still contain air.
Apollo publishes an IP66 rating. The VSETT catalogue record does not include a verified whole-scooter IP rating.
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.
