S
The Mearth S is a compact Australian-brand commuter with a removable 180 Wh battery, 12.5 kg listed weight and a 25 km ideal-condition range claim. Mearth currently lists it at $699 for pre-order.
Is the Mearth S worth considering?
Its main advantage is genuine portability: at 12.5 kg it is far easier to combine with public transport than most current commuters. The small battery, lack of suspension and pre-order status make it best for short, predictable trips.
Where you can ride it
Legality is computed from this scooter's specs against each state and territory's rules. It is a guide, not legal advice. Rules were checked against the linked government sources on the verification dates shown. Laws can change, so confirm the current local rules before riding.
New South Wales allows shared hire e-scooters only. A private e-scooter can be used on private property only.
Source: Transport for NSW (verified 23 Aug 2026)Legal only when limited to 25 km/h. Cap is 20 km/h on paths and permitted roads.
Source: Transport Victoria (verified 23 Aug 2026)Legal only when limited to 25 km/h. Cap is 12 km/h on footpaths, 25 km/h on paths and permitted roads.
Source: Queensland Government (verified 3 Sep 2026)Legal only when limited to 25 km/h. Cap is 10 km/h on footpaths, 25 km/h on paths and permitted roads.
Source: Government of South Australia (mylicence) (verified 23 Aug 2026)Legal only when limited to 25 km/h. Cap is 10 km/h on footpaths, 25 km/h on paths and permitted roads.
Source: WA Road Safety Commission (verified 23 Aug 2026)Legal only when limited to 25 km/h. Cap is 15 km/h on footpaths, 25 km/h on paths and permitted roads.
Source: Transport Tasmania (verified 23 Aug 2026)Northern Territory allows shared hire e-scooters only. A private e-scooter can be used on private property only.
Source: Northern Territory Government (verified 23 Aug 2026)Legal only when limited to 25 km/h. Cap is 15 km/h on footpaths, 25 km/h on paths and permitted roads.
Source: ACT Government City Services (verified 23 Aug 2026)Full specifications
Performance
| Motor (continuous) | 350 W |
| Dual motor | No |
| Top speed (unrestricted) | 32 km/h |
| Can be limited to 25 km/h | Yes |
| Range (claimed) | 25 km |
| Range (estimated, real world) | 18 km |
| Battery | 180 Wh |
Build
| Weight | 12.5 kg |
| Max rider weight | 100 kg |
| Foldable | Yes |
| Seat option | No |
| Tyres | 8.5 inch pneumatic |
| Suspension | None |
| Brakes | Rear hand-lever disc, rear fender foot brake |
Mearth publishes 15 to 25 km depending on conditions. ScootFinder uses 18 km as a planning estimate and treats 25 km as an ideal-condition claim.
Should you buy it?
Best suited to
Riders who want the cheapest, lightest way into an Australian-brand scooter for short local trips, and can use the 25 km/h ride mode for legal riding.
Standout strength
Very light at 12.5 kg and cheap at $699, with a one-step fold.
Main compromise
The 180 Wh battery is small, there is no suspension, and the current Australian listing is a pre-order.
Pros
- Very light at 12.5 kg
- Removable battery
- Australian brand support
- 25 km/h default mode
Cons
- Small 180 Wh battery
- No suspension
- Pre-order rather than immediate stock
- Manufacturer page contains conflicting payload references
Check before buying. Confirm the expected dispatch date. Mearth's own page contains conflicting 100 kg and 120 kg payload references, so ScootFinder uses the more conservative 100 kg limit.
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How this model guide was researched
Price, availability and specifications were checked against Mearth's Australian product page. Where its page conflicts, ScootFinder uses the more conservative figure. No physical test was performed.
- Mearth S product pageAustralian manufacturer | Checked 2026-09-03
- Mearth S series collectionAustralian manufacturer | Checked 2026-09-03