Apollo Ghost 2022 vs ANGWATT F1 NEW - Mid-Range Muscle vs Budget Bruiser

Fast Answer for Busy Riders ⚡ (TL;DR)

The ANGWATT F1 NEW is the overall winner here: for a fraction of the Apollo Ghost 2022's price, it delivers genuinely quick performance, comfortable suspension, and real-world range that will satisfy most riders' needs without flattening their bank account. The Ghost still has a clear edge in outright power, top-end speed and braking refinement, making it the better choice for heavier, more aggressive riders who really will use that extra punch.

If you want maximum thrills per euro and don't mind a bit of DIY tightening and tinkering, go ANGWATT. If you want a more polished big-brand experience with stronger performance and better support infrastructure, the Apollo Ghost 2022 still earns its keep. Keep reading if you want to know which one will actually make you happier on your streets, not just on a spec sheet.

Now let's dig into how they really compare when the tarmac gets rough and the throttle goes wide open.

There's something fascinating about this matchup. On one side, the Apollo Ghost 2022: a well-known dual-motor "step-up" scooter from a big North American brand, promising serious speed and premium-ish build without entering crazy hyper-scooter territory. On the other, the ANGWATT F1 NEW: a no-nonsense, budget performance machine that quietly undercuts half the market on price while swaggering around with real power and a big battery.

I've spent time on both - enough kilometres to learn where the honeymoon ends and the daily realities set in. The Ghost feels like a mature, slightly serious performance commuter that happens to be fun. The ANGWATT feels like a cheeky muscle car you picked up cheap from a mate, then realised it actually pulls.

If you're trying to decide where your money should go - brand pedigree and dual motors, or ruthless value and single-motor simplicity - this comparison should make that choice a lot clearer.

Who Are These For, and Why Compare Them?

On paper, these two don't look like direct rivals: the Apollo Ghost 2022 lives in the mid-range performance category, with dual motors and a price tag to match. The ANGWATT F1 NEW plants itself firmly in the budget performance segment, closer to "hot-rodded commuter" than "mini motorcycle".

But in the real world, they end up on the same shopping lists. Riders outgrowing their first Xiaomi or Ninebot, wanting real speed, decent suspension, and the ability to laugh at hills - without jumping straight to four-figure luxury. Both scooters deliver that "first real scooter" feeling: suddenly you're keeping up with city traffic instead of hiding in the bike lane.

Broadly:
Apollo Ghost 2022: for riders who want serious power, high cruising speeds and stronger safety margins, and are willing to pay for a big name and dual motors.
ANGWATT F1 NEW: for riders who want as much speed and range as possible on a tight budget, and can live with a rougher, more DIY ownership experience.

Design & Build Quality

Park these two side by side and the visual difference in philosophy jumps out immediately.

The Apollo Ghost 2022 goes for an open, skeletal aluminium frame. Swingarms with big cut-outs, exposed springs, lots of metal, very little plastic. It feels carefully machined and reasonably refined in the hands, with a folding clamp that locks with a reassuring thunk. The finish is good, if not quite boutique-premium. You can tell Apollo has iterated on this chassis a bit; there's a certain "second-generation" maturity to it.

The ANGWATT F1 NEW looks more like a budget off-roader - thicker iron-and-aluminium frame sections, bold red suspension bits and off-road styled tyres. It's not as pretty or as clean as the Ghost, but for the price it feels surprisingly solid. There's a bit more of that "factory line" vibe: bolts you'll want to re-torque after a few rides, and some edges that don't have the Ghost's level of refinement. The folding joint is robust rather than elegant; it works, it holds, but it doesn't exactly whisper "Swiss watch".

Where the Ghost feels like a purpose-designed product from a brand with a design team, the ANGWATT feels like a very competent, aggressively spec'd platform tuned for value. The Ghost wins on overall polish and perceived quality, but the F1 doesn't feel cheap in a structural sense - more "honest industrial" than "premium gadget".

Ride Comfort & Handling

This is where the F1 NEW starts to annoy the more expensive Ghost, in a good way.

The Apollo Ghost 2022 uses dual spring suspension front and rear. It's a big step up from stiff commuter forks: you can charge over bad tarmac, cobbles and patchy cycle lanes without your knees writing angry letters. The springs are adjustable, so you can stiffen things up if you're heavier or riding harder. Combined with its sizeable pneumatic tyres, the Ghost handles rough surfaces confidently. It feels planted, a bit sport-bike-ish. You feel the road enough to know what's happening, but it doesn't beat you up.

The ANGWATT F1 NEW counters with a front hydraulic shock plus spring, and a stout rear spring unit. That hydraulic front end is the secret sauce: it tames rebound and takes the harsh edge off repeated bumps. On battered city streets or long patches of broken asphalt, the F1 often feels slightly more "cushiony" at the front than the Ghost. The tubeless tyres let you play with pressures to gain even more comfort without instantly worrying about pinch flats.

Handling-wise, the Ghost sits in the "fast but composed" camp. Wider deck, wide-ish bars, serious acceleration - it wants you in a staggered stance, ready to lean forward under throttle and back under braking. Once you adapt, it's very confidence-inspiring at higher speeds. The F1 NEW, with its longer wheelbase and wide tubeless tyres, feels surprisingly stable for a cheaper single-motor scooter. It's less demanding of your riding technique: it forgives more and asks you to wrestle it less, at least until you start pushing its top end.

Over a long, bumpy commute, the ANGWATT actually edges ahead on pure comfort. The Ghost is decent, even good, but the F1's front hydraulic shock and cushy tubeless tyres make it a seriously pleasant place to stand for many kilometres.

Performance

This is the headline act: dual-motor Ghost versus single-motor budget hero. You can probably guess who wins on raw brutality - but it's worth unpacking how that feels.

The Apollo Ghost 2022 runs dual motors, one in each wheel. Hit the dual-motor and turbo buttons and the scooter goes from "respectably quick" to "ah, so this is why they warned me about throttle discipline". From a standstill it lunges forward hard enough that new riders genuinely catch their breath; you can clear junctions ahead of most cars without even trying. Mid-range punch is strong too - you twist the trigger at cruising speed and it just keeps pulling.

Top speed on the Ghost is well into the zone where you start double-checking your helmet choice. What matters more is how easily it cruises at higher city speeds. It barely feels like it's working at legal limits; you always have power in reserve for overtakes and hills. On steep climbs it just flattens the landscape, even with a heavier rider on board. You pay for that with weight and price, but the performance is undeniably there.

The ANGWATT F1 NEW, with its single rear motor, feels more civilised but far from slow. Coming from a typical 350 W scooter, the first full-throttle pull will still make you grin - it surges up to urban speeds briskly, and holds a strong cruising pace that's more than enough for bike lanes and most main roads in 30-zones. It can reach the mid-forties in km/h in real conditions for an average rider, which is not something you'd expect at this price.

On hills, the F1 NEW is "good enough" rather than heroic. It climbs most urban gradients without bogging down disastrously; on long or very steep hills, you'll feel it slow but not surrender. The rear-drive traction is decent, and you don't get that slightly twitchy feel some front-motor budget scooters display on steep climbs.

If you crave that violent, dual-motor snap and regularly need very high cruising speeds or fast hill attacks, the Ghost is the clear performance winner. If you just want to go genuinely fast compared with normal scooters and are okay with a calmer, more linear push, the ANGWATT delivers far more performance than its price suggests.

Battery & Range

Both scooters live in the "commute all week if you're sensible; commute hard all day if you're not" bracket, but they approach it with different budgets and slightly different voltages.

The Apollo Ghost 2022 runs a mid-voltage battery with capacity just under 1.000 Wh. In the real world, riding with mixed throttle, some fun bursts and a normal adult rider on board, you're usually looking at a solid medium-distance range. Ride like a saint in eco mode and you can stretch it well further; ride like you're trying to set lap records and you'll pull that down closer to the low side of its claimed window. The positive point is consistency: the Ghost tends to deliver what it promises once you know your own riding habits.

The ANGWATT F1 NEW has slightly less total energy on paper, but it's not far behind. Because it's a single-motor scooter and a bit lighter, its efficiency is surprisingly good. Hammer it in its fastest mode and a typical rider will still get a mid-thirties to mid-forties kilometre outing before things get nervy. Keep your speed civil and you can edge into that "long commute plus errands" range without stress.

Charging is where the Ghost shows its age and voltage. With the standard charger it takes most of a day to go from empty to full, unless you use both ports and pony up for a second charger to cut that time. The ANGWATT, with a slightly smaller pack and a typical charger, lands closer to the "leave it overnight and it's full in the morning" mark - much easier to live with if you ride daily.

In practice: if you absolutely need the furthest possible range at higher speeds, the Ghost's larger pack and dual-port charging flexibility give it a small edge. If you're happy with very respectable range and don't want to think about dual chargers, the F1 NEW is more than capable for everyday use.

Portability & Practicality

Neither of these scooters is what I'd call truly portable. This is the "I'll meet you downstairs with the scooter, I'm not carrying it up" class.

The Apollo Ghost 2022 is the heavier of the two. You feel every extra kilo when you have to lift it into a car boot or up a short flight of stairs. The folding mechanism itself is pretty decent: the stem clamp is stout and, once adjusted correctly, keeps wobble to a minimum. The folding handlebars are a very useful touch - they make the scooter far easier to stash in a small hatchback or under a workbench.

The ANGWATT F1 NEW is slightly lighter, but still solidly in "dead weight" territory. Folded, it occupies a surprisingly tidy footprint lengthwise and heightwise, but you still need two reasonably willing arms to haul it. The folding latch is basic but strong; over time it can develop a creak if you ignore maintenance, but tightening and a dab of grease sort that.

For multi-modal commuting (train + scooter, bus + scooter), both are borderline. The Ghost is just that bit more of a pain to drag around, and you will definitely notice it on stairs. The ANGWATT wins very slightly here on weight and folded volume, but let's be honest: if you want something "portable", you should be looking several classes down.

Safety

Safety is where the Ghost's higher price makes a more noticeable difference.

The Apollo Ghost 2022 I tested came with hydraulic disc brakes front and rear. They are, simply, excellent for this class: strong initial bite, smooth modulation with one finger, and reliable power even on long downhill stretches. Add configurable regenerative braking and you get a braking package that matches its performance fairly well - crucial when you're riding at speeds where mistakes hurt.

The lighting on the Ghost is more about being seen than seeing. The stem and deck LEDs make you look like an extra from a cyberpunk film at night, which is great for side-on visibility in traffic. The main headlight is fine in lit areas, but for fast riding on unlit paths you'll want an extra bar or helmet light. The brake lights at the rear are bright enough to be useful, and the chassis feels stable at speed, with those ten-inch pneumatics giving predictable grip on dry surfaces.

The ANGWATT F1 NEW runs mechanical discs front and rear with an electronic brake overlay. They're not hydraulic, but they are more than adequate for the scooter's performance envelope if you keep them adjusted. There's a bit more lever travel and a touch less finesse than the Ghost's system, but for a budget scooter they're actually very respectable. Squeaks out of the box are common; a little bedding-in and tweaking normally sort them.

Lighting on the ANGWATT is notably generous: headlight, side running lights, turn indicators front and rear. Side visibility is good, and turn signals - while low - are still a nice addition if you use them alongside hand signals. The stance is wide and stable, and the tubeless tyres offer confidence in mixed conditions, though like most budget scooters, it's not really built for heavy-rain heroics.

Overall, the Ghost takes the safety crown on braking performance and structured stability at higher speeds. The F1 NEW, however, is impressive for the money and perfectly safe if you ride within its limits and look after the hardware.

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Price & Value

This is where the ANGWATT happily punches the Ghost in the wallet.

The Apollo Ghost 2022 sits in that mid-range bracket where you're spending well over four hundred euros and edging towards the serious enthusiast territory. For that, you get dual motors, a sizeable battery, full suspension, a known brand and decent support network. Relative to other dual-motor scooters from big names, it's fairly priced, but it's still a significant investment for most riders.

The ANGWATT F1 NEW, on the other hand, is priced closer to basic commuters with tiny motors and no suspension. Yet it offers real performance, a large battery, tubeless tyres, serious lighting and proper suspension. In pure euro-for-capability terms, it makes a lot of scooters look silly - including, frankly, the Ghost. You give up dual motors, hydraulics and brand polish, but you save more than enough money to buy a very good helmet, jacket and lock on top.

If your budget is firm and low, the value calculation is almost unfair: the F1 NEW is the obvious choice. If you have the funds and want that higher performance ceiling, plus better support, the Ghost still justifies its extra cost - but it no longer feels like the runaway "value king" it once was.

Service & Parts Availability

Service is where brand infrastructure starts to matter.

Apollo has an established presence, proper documentation, and an official parts pipeline. In Europe you'll usually be dealing with distributors or partners, but there are still recognised channels for warranty and spares. Frames, swingarms, throttles, controllers, lights - they're not unicorns. You may wait, but you aren't usually left guessing whether parts exist at all.

ANGWATT sits in a different ecosystem. As a house-brand style product, after-sales is essentially routed through the retailer. Parts do exist and can often be ordered cheaply, but you're more in "parcel of bits from China" territory than "official service centre down the road". The community seems to be doing half the support legwork via groups and forums, which is fine if you're comfortable swapping a controller or tightening a folding joint yourself, less so if you want hands-off warranty care.

If you value structured, recognisable support and easier long-term part availability, the Ghost has the more reassuring setup. The ANGWATT is perfectly viable for the mechanically curious or those happy with remote support and DIY, but I wouldn't recommend it to someone who shudders at the sight of an Allen key.

Pros & Cons Summary

Parameters Comparison

Final Verdict - Which Should You Choose?

If money were no object and we were judging purely on technical performance and maturity, the Apollo Ghost 2022 would walk away with this. It's faster, stronger on hills, better under hard braking, more stable at the top of its speedometer and backed by a more robust brand ecosystem. For heavier riders, speed addicts and those who want a "serious" scooter that can replace a second car in many cities, the Ghost makes a strong, rational case for itself.

But money is an object, and the ANGWATT F1 NEW refuses to be ignored. For a price where most brands are still selling flimsy commuters, you get proper speed, grown-up range, genuinely comfortable suspension and a feature list that nudges into mid-range territory. Yes, you'll do more of your own wrenching, and no, it doesn't feel as refined. But out on the road, it delivers a huge slice of the Ghost's experience for a fraction of the cost.

My take is this: if you're stepping up from a rental or Xiaomi, have a modest budget and want maximum fun without overthinking it, go for the ANGWATT F1 NEW and invest the savings in protection gear and a good lock. If you already know you love high-performance scooting, weigh more, live in a hilly city, or simply want that extra safety margin in power and braking - and you're prepared to pay for it - the Apollo Ghost 2022 still earns its space in the garage, even if it no longer feels quite as untouchable as it once did.

Numbers Freaks Corner

These metrics put hard numbers on different aspects of value and efficiency. Price-per-Wh and price-per-km/h show how much performance and capacity you buy for each euro. Weight-per-Wh, weight-per-km/h and weight-per-km reflect how "dense" the scooter is with useful capability relative to its mass. Wh-per-km gives you a rough idea of energy efficiency. Power-to-speed and weight-to-power ratios describe how generously powered each scooter is relative to its top speed and mass, while average charging speed indicates how quickly they refill their batteries in practice.

Author's Category Battle

Overall Winner Declaration

In the Numbers Freaks Corner, the APOLLO Ghost 2022 scores 6 points against the ANGWATT F1 NEW's 4. In the Author's Category Battle, the APOLLO Ghost 2022 gets 25 ✅ versus 14 ✅ for ANGWATT F1 NEW.

Totals: APOLLO Ghost 2022 scores 31, ANGWATT F1 NEW scores 18.

Based on the scoring, the APOLLO Ghost 2022 is our overall winner. Between these two, the ANGWATT F1 NEW is the scooter that surprised me more - it delivers a genuinely enjoyable, capable ride without demanding a painful cheque, and that matters for a lot of riders. The Apollo Ghost 2022 still feels like the more serious, grown-up machine, with power and stability that the ANGWATT simply can't match, but it doesn't feel quite as special once you've seen how far a budget scooter can go today. If you ride mostly for fun and value, the ANGWATT feels like a clever, satisfying choice; if you ride hard, fast and often, the Ghost still has the depth and composure to justify its place, even if it no longer dominates the value conversation.

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.