CIRCOOTER Landturbo vs APOLLO City 2022 - Which "Adventure Commuter" Actually Earns Your Money?

Fast Answer for Busy Riders ⚡ (TL;DR)

The APOLLO City 2022 comes out as the more complete, better-sorted scooter overall, mainly thanks to its refined ride quality, low-maintenance braking, higher water protection, and more mature design. It feels like a purpose-built commuter vehicle, not just a powerful toy with lights bolted on.

The CIRCOOTER Landturbo, however, fights back hard on price and payload: if you are a heavier rider, live somewhere hilly, and care more about brute force and suspension than polish, it will do the job for significantly less money. It is rougher around the edges, but it delivers honest performance per euro.

If you want comfort, integration, and minimal tinkering, go Apollo. If your budget is tight and you mostly want maximum punch and travel in a straight line, the Landturbo is the cheaper hammer. Now let's dig into where each one shines - and where they really don't.

Keep reading if you want the road-tested, warts-and-all comparison before you drop several hundred euros on either of these.

Modern "serious" scooters have all decided they're part SUV. Both the CIRCOOTER Landturbo and the APOLLO City 2022 promise to smash through potholes, flatten hills, and turn your commute into something you actually look forward to - or at least don't dread.

I've spent enough time on both to know that the marketing bravado only tells half the story. On paper, they live in the same universe: mid-power motors, big batteries, real suspension, proper lighting. In reality, they go about their job very differently. One is a value-focused bruiser with a taste for gravel; the other is a clean-cut, suit-friendly commuter that just happens to pull hard.

If you're trying to decide which one deserves your hallway space (and your back, when you inevitably have to lift it), read on - the differences are big enough to matter every single day you ride.

Who Are These For, and Why Compare Them?

Both scooters sit in that "serious commuter" bracket: too heavy to be toys, too fast for the faint-hearted, and powerful enough that city bike lanes start to feel a bit... narrow.

The Landturbo aims at the rider who looks at cracked tarmac, tram tracks and gravel patches and thinks "challenge accepted". It's an affordable, high-torque scooter with off-road-ish tyres and chunky suspension. It's less about elegance, more about getting you and your rucksack over whatever your city throws at you.

The APOLLO City 2022 - especially in the dual-motor Pro flavour - targets the same kind of commute length, but with a very different philosophy: sleek, integrated design, clever app features, and a ride that feels much more "small electric vehicle" than "oversized toy". You're paying more, but you're also getting a more mature package.

They overlap in speed, range and use case enough that a lot of shoppers will have these two on the same shortlist. That makes them natural rivals - so let's see where your money actually goes.

Design & Build Quality

Pick up the CIRCOOTER Landturbo and you immediately get the "rugged tool" vibe. Thick 6061 aluminium frame, visible welds, angular lines, and plastics that are more functional than beautiful. It looks like it was designed by someone who commutes through construction sites - and honestly, that's not far from its ideal habitat.

The folding mechanism is basic but solid: a classic clamp-and-latch setup that, once correctly tightened, doesn't wobble much. The deck is generously wide with a grippy surface and a rear footrest that's actually useful, especially when you're braking hard or leaning back on rough ground. It all feels honest, if a bit utilitarian - you never forget it's a mid-priced scooter.

Slide over to the APOLLO City 2022 and the contrast is immediate. The unibody-style chassis, hidden cabling and tidy joints make it look like finished consumer tech, not something sourced from a generic catalogue. The rubberised deck feels premium and is a lot easier to keep clean than grip tape. Panels fit tighter, plastics rattle less, and the whole thing gives off more "designed in-house" than "assembled from parts bin".

In the hands, the Apollo just feels more cohesive. The Landturbo doesn't feel fragile - far from it - but it also doesn't pretend to be sophisticated. If looks and tactile quality matter to you every day, the Apollo wins this round without breaking a sweat.

Ride Comfort & Handling

Let's start with the surprise: both are genuinely comfortable - but in different ways.

The Landturbo leans heavily on its dual-arm suspension and chunky, off-road style tyres. On bad tarmac, it actually impresses: expansion joints, potholes and cobbles are swallowed with a soft, floaty feel. Push it onto gravel or rough paths and it keeps that composure reasonably well, though you do start to feel the budget in how the shocks are damped - a bit bouncy, a bit vague when pushed hard into corners.

Steering on the Landturbo is quick and a little nervous at higher speeds. Once you get used to it, it's manageable, but you're aware that you're on a fairly tall, narrow platform with small wheels going faster than your parents would approve of. It's fine, just not confidence-inspiring enough to let your mind wander.

The APOLLO City 2022 feels more sorted. The triple-spring suspension front and rear, combined with those tubeless self-healing tyres, gives a smoother, more composed ride. You still know when you hit a nasty pothole, but the chassis doesn't bounce or flex as much, and the scooter settles quickly after bumps. After several kilometres of broken city pavement, my legs and back were noticeably less tired on the Apollo.

In corners, the Apollo is calmer and more predictable. The round-profile tyres invite you to lean, and the steering feels less twitchy at speed. The Landturbo will get around the bend; the Apollo actually encourages you to carve it. For day-to-day comfort and handling confidence, the Apollo walks away with this one.

Performance

Both scooters are on the "this really shouldn't be a toy" end of the commuter spectrum, but they deliver their speed differently.

The CIRCOOTER Landturbo's single rear motor is all about punchy low-end torque. Off the line in its most aggressive mode, it jumps forward with more enthusiasm than you'd expect at this price. Urban hills that murder rental scooters barely slow it down, even with a heavy rider and a backpack. You feel the motor working, but it does get you up there without drama.

Top speed is firmly in the "helmet strongly recommended" territory. Up to medium speeds the Landturbo feels planted enough; past that, the tall stance and budget geometry mean you need both hands firmly on the bars and your weight in the right place. Braking is handled by mechanical discs plus electronic assistance. Stopping power is absolutely fine, but lever feel is a bit wooden and you'll be tweaking cable tension now and then.

The APOLLO City 2022, in single-motor form, is more measured. It still accelerates briskly, but the throttle mapping is smoother and less jumpy. It feels like it's been tuned for city traffic, not for drag racing your mates in a car park. On the dual-motor Pro, there is no shortage of shove - it surges to city speeds with the sort of easy, almost lazy power that quickly becomes addictive, especially on hills.

Where Apollo really pulls ahead is control. The throttle response is progressive, predictable and easy to modulate even at crawling pace. The dedicated regenerative brake lever lets you slow down smoothly and strongly without even touching the mechanical brakes. It's a very car-like, one-pedal style experience.

Actual top-speed capability on the Pro comfortably edges the Landturbo, but the key difference is how composed the Apollo feels when you're close to its limit. Stem, deck and steering all feel more locked-in. This is less about who wins some imaginary drag race and more about which scooter you actually want to ride at those speeds; on that front, the Apollo feels like the grown-up option.

Battery & Range

The Landturbo brings a decently sized battery to the table. On gentle mode and with a light-ish rider, you can tease out what the marketing promises, but in the real world - mixed riding, proper speeds, some hills - you land quite noticeably lower. Still, it will comfortably cover a typical urban return commute with some margin, as long as your daily route isn't epic.

What you do feel on the Landturbo is that its motor likes to drink when you use the power often. Push it hard and the battery gauge drops faster than you'd hope, and the last chunk of charge comes with a bit less grunt. It's not terrible for this class, but it doesn't feel particularly efficient either.

The APOLLO City 2022 does better on the refinement side. In single-motor trim, its pack is slightly larger than the Landturbo's; in Pro trim, it's noticeably larger. In spirited riding you still won't get anywhere near brochure figures, but those "real" ranges people report are more reassuring. The regen system claws back a little energy in stop-and-go conditions, and, more importantly, it smooths out the drain - the scooter feels consistent until you're really close to empty.

Charging is another practical detail. The Apollo charges significantly quicker from flat to full, especially the Pro, which is handy if you want to top up at work and head back out with confidence. The Landturbo, with its slower charger, is more of a "plug in overnight and forget it" situation. Fine, but not exactly flexible.

If range and charging flexibility matter to your daily routine - and you don't like watching the battery gauge like a hawk - the Apollo is the safer bet.

Portability & Practicality

Neither of these is what you'd call "light". Think weighty gym kettlebell, not dainty folding scooter.

The CIRCOOTER Landturbo comes in around the mid-twenties in kg, and it feels it. Carrying it up one flight of stairs is "annoying but doable"; doing that several times a day quickly becomes a lifestyle choice. The fold is reasonably compact, but the overall bulk and off-road tyres scream "I belong in a garage, not under your café table". For car boots, lifts and ground-floor flats, though, it's absolutely manageable.

The APOLLO City 2022 is in the same ballpark in its single-motor form and even heavier in Pro form. The difference is that it carries its weight in a more compact, streamlined package. The folding stem mechanism is slick, and when you hook the stem to the rear deck, it's relatively easy to pick up - for a short distance. The infamous folding hook can occasionally unclip when carried at the wrong angle, which is mildly infuriating but not dangerous.

In daily use, both are better rolled than lifted. The Apollo's higher water protection and low-maintenance tyres and brakes mean it asks for less faffing around overall, which is its big practicality win. The Landturbo counters with a simpler, more "generic" architecture that local bike or scooter shops are more likely to be comfortable wrenching on if something bends or squeaks.

If your commute involves lots of stairs or crowded trains, honestly, neither is ideal. If you mostly roll from door to door with a lift at each end, both work - with the Apollo edging ahead for "own less, maintain less" convenience.

Safety

Safety is where their different philosophies really stand out.

The Landturbo ticks a lot of boxes: dual mechanical discs, electronic braking assistance, decent-sized pneumatic tyres and a lighting package that's brighter than you'd expect at this price, complete with turn signals. On dry tarmac it stops decisively enough, and the big contact patch gives you respectable grip. The downside is that mechanical discs need regular adjustment to stay sharp, and in heavy rain the lower water resistance rating doesn't inspire huge confidence long-term.

The APOLLO City 2022 takes a more commuter-centric approach. Dual sealed drum brakes might not look sexy on a spec sheet, but they're consistent in wet or dry, and they almost never need attention. Combined with that powerful regenerative brake controlled by your left thumb, you get a very controlled deceleration that becomes second nature. In practice, you can do most of your slowing with regen and keep the drums for emergency anchors.

Lighting on the Apollo is neatly integrated and perfectly adequate for city speeds, though I wouldn't trust the stock headlight alone for fast riding on unlit country roads. Turn signals built into the rear deck are a nice touch, even if they sit a bit low for car drivers to always notice. The higher IP rating is a big plus if you ride in wet climates: you're simply less worried when the sky turns grey.

Stability-wise, the Apollo again feels calmer at speed and under hard braking. The Landturbo is fine up to medium speeds, but you can provoke a bit of twitch if you're careless with weight distribution at its top end. Both can be ridden safely; the Apollo just feels like it's working with you more of the time, not asking for constant attention.

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Price & Value

This is where your bank account gets a say.

The CIRCOOTER Landturbo sits firmly in the mid-range price bracket. For what you pay, you get real power, proper suspension, big tyres and a battery large enough for most people's needs. If you look strictly at how many watts and watt-hours you buy per euro, the Landturbo looks like a solid deal. There are compromises - build refinement, maintenance demands, water protection - but nothing outrageous for the money.

The APOLLO City 2022 costs significantly more. On a raw spec-per-euro basis, it does not look like a bargain. You're paying for design, water resistance, integrated components, self-healing tyres, drum brakes and the R&D that went into them. If all you want is maximum performance for minimum cash, this will feel overpriced.

Where the Apollo claws that back is in ownership experience. Less time adjusting brakes, fewer punctures, better weather resilience and more consistent ride quality over time do add up. If you treat your scooter as a car replacement, those "soft" factors matter a lot more than one extra kilometre of top speed.

Budget-conscious riders who don't mind a bit of tinkering will get better headline value from the Landturbo. Riders who value hassle-free commuting and a more polished product will find the Apollo's price easier to justify - if not exactly cheap.

Service & Parts Availability

CIRCOOTER is a younger, more budget-centric brand. To their credit, user reports about their customer support are largely positive: quick email replies, decent willingness to solve issues and reasonable access to spares through their own channels. The design is relatively generic, which means independent repair shops are more likely to be comfortable working on it, and some parts can be substituted with third-party equivalents if needed.

APOLLO, meanwhile, operates very much as a branded ecosystem. Their support reputation is generally good, especially for warranty issues, though like most fast-growing companies they've had the odd backlog period. The upside is dedicated documentation, official parts and a decent knowledge base. The downside is that certain components are proprietary - great for performance, less great if you want to bodge in a random fender from Amazon.

In Europe, neither brand is as ubiquitous as, say, Segway, but Apollo has a slightly stronger international presence and more formal service partners. The Landturbo's more "standard" architecture makes it easier to keep alive in a pinch, while the Apollo leans on official channels and its community for support.

Pros & Cons Summary

Parameters Comparison

Final Verdict - Which Should You Choose?

In the real world, these two scooters answer slightly different questions.

The CIRCOOTER Landturbo is the choice for riders whose priority is "maximum grunt and comfort per euro", and who don't mind living with some rough edges. If you're heavy, your city is hilly and your budget has very real limits, the Landturbo gets you onto a fast, suspended scooter for a sum that doesn't feel totally irresponsible. You'll be adjusting brakes, accepting some rattles, and avoiding deep rain, but the core package does the job.

The APOLLO City 2022, on the other hand, is for commuters who treat their scooter as a daily tool, not a weekend toy. It feels more solid, more composed and more thought-through. The braking system is genuinely pleasant to use, the suspension makes bad infrastructure tolerable, and the high water resistance and self-healing tyres reduce those "am I going to regret riding today?" moments. You pay a premium for that maturity - and it's not a small premium - but you do feel where it went every time you ride.

If I had to live with one as my only scooter for daily city use, I'd take the Apollo City 2022. It's not perfect, but it's the one I'd worry about least, and that matters more than an extra slice of torque or saving a few hundred euros. If money is tight or your main requirement is simply "strong, cheap and willing", the Landturbo still earns its place - just go in knowing exactly what you're trading away.

Numbers Freaks Corner

These metrics put hard numbers on different aspects of efficiency and value. Price-per-Wh and price-per-km/h tell you how much energy storage and speed you get for each euro. Weight-based metrics highlight how much mass you're hauling around for the performance and range on offer. Wh per km reflects energy efficiency in motion. Power-to-speed and weight-to-power showcase raw grunt relative to top end and how "power dense" the scooter is. Finally, average charging speed shows how quickly each scooter can refill its tank in practice.

Author's Category Battle

Overall Winner Declaration

In the Numbers Freaks Corner, the CIRCOOTER Landturbo scores 5 points against the APOLLO City 2022's 5. In the Author's Category Battle, the CIRCOOTER Landturbo gets 11 ✅ versus 28 ✅ for APOLLO City 2022.

Totals: CIRCOOTER Landturbo scores 16, APOLLO City 2022 scores 33.

Based on the scoring, the APOLLO City 2022 is our overall winner. For me, the APOLLO City 2022 is the scooter that feels more like a trustworthy daily companion than a fun experiment. It rides calmer, shrugs off bad weather, and asks less of you in terms of fiddling and compromise. You simply step on, ride, and forget about it - which is exactly what a commuter tool should do. The CIRCOOTER Landturbo still has its charm: it's cheaper, punchy and a bit wild, and for the right rider that rough-around-the-edges personality will be part of the fun. But if you're spending serious time on two small wheels, the Apollo's extra polish pays you back in peace of mind every single day.

That's our verdict when we try to stay objective – but hey, riding is mostly about emotions anyway, so pick the one that will make you look forward to your commute every single day.