Landturbo Pro Review: The Best Sub-£1000 Electric Scooter for Performance?

Hello everyone! Today we’re reviewing the Circooter Landturbo Pro electric scooter. In 2025, the sub-£1000 electric scooter market is more competitive than ever, and the Landturbo Pro has the potential to stand out. With a claimed top speed of 32 mph and full suspension, it promises to deliver both performance and comfort that exceed its price point. But is it really that good? Let’s take a closer look.

Design & Features

The Landturbo Pro comes in at a very attractive price of just £600, and its design is surprisingly appealing. It adopts an industrial aesthetic similar to what you'd see on more expensive scooters, reminiscent of the earlier Apollo Ghost models. It also offers two sporty color schemes with well-placed orange accents. While you might not expect high-end features at this price, the Landturbo Pro still brings a solid set of specifications.

• Customizable Cockpit: The bolt-on handlebars use a standard clamp, allowing future upgrades—something rarely seen at this price point where most scooters use fixed handlebars.

• Basic Thumb Throttle: A common vertically-mounted thumb throttle design.

• Large Center Display: Unusual in this price range, the central display shows speed, battery level, trip distance, and odometer info.

• Multiple Riding Modes: Walk, Eco, Race, and Sport modes are available and easily selectable with a button.

• Dual Disc Brakes: A step up from the drum or electronic brakes typically found in this price range, although some tuning might be required for optimal feel and performance.

• Telescoping Stem: While it may introduce some wobble, it’s handy for shorter riders who need height adjustment.

• 10-inch Tubeless Tires: Suitable for all-terrain riding.

• 54.6V 15.6Ah Battery: Impressive specs for the price, with a claimed range of 31–34 miles.

• Other Notes: Small front headlight, 330 lbs (150 kg) max load, and IPX4 water resistance.

Performance

The Landturbo Pro is powered by a rear hub motor with a peak output of 1250W, and it claims a top speed of 32 mph. In real-world GPS testing, the top speed came close at 31 mph, and acceleration from 0 to 15 mph took just 4.49 seconds, which is excellent for this category.

Riding Modes:

• Walk Mode: Light throttle input moves the scooter at walking pace.

• Eco Mode: Speed is limited to 18 mph, though acceleration is surprisingly similar to Sport Mode.

• Race Mode: Top speed is capped at 25 mph.

• Sport Mode: Displayed speed hits 32.1 mph (actual ~30–31 mph).

Riding Experience

The Landturbo Pro delivers a surprisingly refined riding experience:

• Responsive: Acceleration is snappy and more powerful than expected.

• Suspension: The full suspension setup is one of its biggest strengths, smoothing out rough terrain and bumps with ease. It’s solid enough to avoid bottoming out even over curbs or uneven surfaces.

• Spacious Deck: Wide platform offers plenty of room for both feet, with a rear kickplate for better stance and control.

• Handlebar Width: Balanced between portability and stable handling at higher speeds.

• Dual Disc Brakes: Excellent braking power, capable of both gradual deceleration and full emergency stops.

Drawbacks

• Stem Wobble: Some units may have minor play in the handlebar stem due to manufacturing variances, which can be noticeable while riding.

• Cruise Control: The cruise control activates incorrectly—holding the throttle for 5 seconds locks the speed, even while still accelerating. It's recommended to turn this feature off for safety.

Conclusion

The Circooter Landturbo Pro is an impressive electric scooter that punches far above its price class in both performance and ride comfort. If you're looking for a powerful, budget-friendly e-scooter that can handle a wide range of terrain, the Landturbo Pro is absolutely worth considering.