"Xiaomi" EUNI ES808
"There is a new and better Xiaomi e-scooter?" - Anyone who recently decided on the Xiaomi M365 Scooter decided he could be gasping for breath now! What initially looks like a new Xiaomi product, however, is not entirely true. Some online shops have listed an electric scooter with the Xiaomi EUNI ES808, which at first appearances is a second generation Xiaomi scooter.
However, research on the Chinese Google counterpart "Baidu" shows that hardly any Chinese websites have listed the EUNI ES808 as a Xiaomi product. The official Xiaomi website and the Chinese Xiaomi forum also provide no information about the EUNI e-scooter. Instead, there are clues on “JD Finance”, a Chinese corefunding platform. Accordingly, the project for the EUNI ES808 scooter was started in 2015 and the financing ended in October 2016. The manufacturer of the electric scooter is “iRiding (Xiamen) Technology Co., Ltd” (骑记), which was founded in 2012. So what does Xiaomi have to do with this product? Well, Xiaomi is listed as one of the investors on the project page. Another indication is that iRiding (Xiamen) Technology Co., Ltd has been a Xiaomi subcontractor since 2014 and is responsible, among other things, for the Xiaomi QiCYCLE road bike XC650 and the Xiaomi QiCYCLE electric bike EF1.
Why is the EUNI Scooter still listed as a Xiaomi product by individual shops? The reason is that Xiaomi is one of the best-known electronics manufacturers from China in this country. Xiaomi products simply sell better. In the broadest sense, you even get a Xiaomi product, because the electronics giant is known for distributing individual divisions completely to subcontractors, such as iRiding (Xiamen) Technology Co., Ltd.
You can find all information about the manufacturer on: iriding.cc
EUNI ES808 vs. Xiaomi e-scooter
Before we turn to the specifications of the EUNI ES808, let's take a look at the comparison Xiaomi e-scooter at. It should be noted that the EUNI scooter is available in a “standard” version and a “high-capacity” version. The same applies to the Xiaomi Scooter, which is also available in a “standard” version and the so-called “Youth Edition”. The main difference between the two models is the battery performance.
Design
The EUNI ES808 is a foldable standing scooter with an electric motor. When folded, the scooter has a transportable size of 112 x 43.5 x 51 cm. The weight is 13.2 or 13.5 kg, depending on whether you opt for the standard model or the high-capacity model. To make transport easier, the scooter is equipped with two small rollers, which means that you can pull it behind you like a trolley. When unfolded, the scooter has a size of 106 x 110 x 51 cm. It is interesting that the EUNI electric scooter is protected against water jets from all directions in accordance with protection class IPX5. You shouldn't drive through puddles, but driving in precipitation shouldn't harm the scooter. Further equipment features are an LED headlight, a brake light and a horn.
Drive, power and braking
The e-scooter is powered by an electric motor that delivers a nominal power of 250W. The power is supplied by an LG lithium-ion battery pack with an energy of 187.2 / 230.4 Wh (depending on the model), which corresponds to a capacity of 42 or 5200 mAh at a voltage of 6400V. The maximum possible range is 20 km with the standard model and 25 km with the high capacity version. In contrast to its Xiaomi counterpart, the EUNI scooter has a throttle grip instead of an acceleration switch. The manufacturer specifies the top speed for both models as 20 km/h. Inclines of up to a maximum of 12° can be mastered. The charging time of the EUNI e-scooter is extremely short at just 2 or 2.5 hours. Surge protection ensures that voltage, temperature and charging time are monitored automatically and in real time. Braking is carried out electronically and mechanically via the so-called “Dual Power Off Brake System”, which prevents abrupt or unsafe braking.
Computer and app
The speed, the distance covered and the battery level can be easily read on a computer with a display. At the same time, it is also possible to display all data via an app. The app is available for both Android and iOS mobile devices. The connection is made via Bluetooth. Theft protection is also on board.
In China, the standard model currently costs 1998 yuan, which is approximately €256. The high-capacity model costs 2399 yuan, or around €308. So you can definitely assume that the import price will fall in the near future. It remains to be seen to what extent the EUNI ES808 is the better “Xiaomi Scooter”. As soon as we receive a test copy, the detailed test report will follow here! You should also note that this vehicle does not have an operating license and the scooter may not be used on public transport (at least in Germany)!
