WERHY H9 Electric Scooter Review: a fast, foldable commuter that’s good but not flawless

I’ve been using this WERHY H9 10''‑wheel, 500W electric scooter as my main way to get to work and run small errands for a couple of weeks. I’m roughly 185 lbs, live in a city with a few moderate hills, and I usually do 4–6 miles a day. I didn’t baby it: potholes, curb ramps, rough bike lanes, a bit of drizzle – the usual urban abuse. My goal was simple: can this realistically replace short car or bus trips without being a hassle?

The short version is: it’s a pretty solid commuter scooter for the price, with some limits you need to know before buying. It does hit close to the claimed top speed on flat ground, the 500W motor is strong enough for real-world hills, and the folding system is actually practical. But range is optimistic, the solid tires have pros and cons, and the app is nice to have but not something I opened every day.

Compared to rental scooters (Bird/Lime style) and a couple of Xiaomi/Ninebot models I’ve tried, the WERHY H9 sits somewhere in the middle: more punch than entry-level stuff, not as refined as more expensive brands. If you’re expecting miracles from a mid-range scooter, you’ll be disappointed; if you just want something that gets you to work reliably, it’s honestly fine.

In this review I’ll go through performance, battery, comfort, design, durability, and value. I’ll stick to what I actually noticed in use: where it feels good, where it feels cheap, and who I think will be happy with it versus who should save up for something higher-end.

In terms of value, this scooter sits in that mid-range Amazon sweet spot. You’re not paying top dollar like for a premium brand, but you’re also not in the super-cheap zone where everything feels sketchy. For the price, you get a 500W motor, dual suspension, solid 10'' tires, app control, and a claimed 22 mph top speed. That’s a decent bundle on paper, and in real use most of it actually holds up.

Where it delivers for the money is everyday commuting: if your rides are 3–7 miles, mostly on roads or bike lanes, and you want something you can fold, carry a short distance, and store easily, it makes sense. The performance is enough, comfort is acceptable, and the folding system is practical. Compared to some well-known entry-level scooters that are underpowered or have smaller batteries, this feels like a step up without jumping into the very expensive stuff.

Where the value is less clear is if you’re expecting the full spec-sheet range or super high durability. The real-world range is decent but not huge, and the build, while solid enough, is still clearly mid-range. If you’re heavier, live in a very hilly area, or plan to do 15+ miles daily at high speed, you might outgrow this pretty fast and wish you’d gone for a larger battery and more robust scooter. In that case, spending more upfront might be smarter.

Overall, I’d say it’s good value for money for typical urban adults who want a practical commuter tool, not a hobby machine. You get a lot of features for the price, but you also need to be realistic: it’s not perfect, and there is better out there if you’re ready to pay more. For most people who just want to stop taking the bus for short trips, though, this hits a decent balance between cost and performance.

Design-wise, the WERHY H9 goes for a simple gray commuter look. No flashy colors, no RGB nonsense, just a matte-ish gray frame with a darker deck. I actually prefer that – it doesn’t scream “steal me” when you leave it locked for a few minutes. The overall shape is pretty standard: straight handlebar, medium-height stem, and a fairly wide deck. I’m about 5'10" and the handlebar height felt natural; I didn’t have to hunch over or stretch up.

The cockpit is clean: a central display with speed, battery, and mode, plus a single button to power on and switch modes. The thumb throttle feels okay – not premium, but responsive enough and not loose. The brake lever is on the softer side, which I got used to pretty quickly. I like that the wiring is mostly tucked in; there are some exposed cables near the front wheel, but nothing that looks like it will snag easily in normal use.

The folding mechanism is probably the main design feature that matters day to day. It uses a one-step clip near the base of the stem. You flip it, fold the stem down, and hook it to the rear fender. It takes a few seconds once you’ve done it a couple of times. It feels secure when locked upright – I didn’t notice wobble in the stem while riding, which is usually my biggest fear on cheaper scooters. Folded, it’s still a bit bulky but narrow enough to fit under a desk or in a car trunk without playing Tetris.

From a design perspective, nothing here is groundbreaking, but it’s functional and fairly thought-out for commuting. If you want something that looks super stylish or premium, this isn’t it. If you just need a scooter that blends in and doesn’t look like a toy, the design does the job. I’d call it clean and practical, with more attention to usability than looks, which is fine for this price range.

The spec sheet says 42V, 441Wh battery and up to 22 miles of range. Like every scooter brand, that number seems based on a light rider, flat ground, low speed mode, and no wind. In real life, with my 185 lbs, mixed terrain, and mostly riding in the fastest mode, I was getting around 11–14 miles before I started to feel nervous about the remaining battery. If I rode a bit slower and avoided constant top speed, I could push closer to 15–17 miles, but that required some effort to baby it.

For my daily use (about 4–6 miles total per day), that’s fine. I could easily go a couple of days without charging if I wanted to, but I usually just plugged it in at night to keep things simple. The charging time is around 4–5 hours from low battery to full, which matches the claim. Not lightning fast, but normal for this battery size. The charger is small and light enough to throw in a backpack if you need to top up at work.

The battery gauge on the display is the usual bar-style indicator, and it behaves like most scooters: it drops faster when you’re pushing top speed or climbing hills, then bounces a bit when you slow down. It’s not super precise, but after a few rides you get a feel for what each bar means. I didn’t notice any weird voltage drops or sudden cutoffs; power output tapers off a bit as the battery gets low, which is normal and actually a bit safer than running full power until it dies.

So, does it really do 22 miles? Probably not for most adults riding at full speed. But as a commuter battery, it’s decent. If your round trip is under 10 miles, you’re safe. If you’re planning 15+ miles daily at top speed with hills, you’ll be cutting it close and should look at bigger battery scooters. Overall, the battery is good enough for realistic city use, just don’t buy it expecting the full spec-sheet range unless you’re light and ride gently.

Comfort is where this scooter does a bit better than the typical cheap model, but it’s still not a magic carpet. The dual suspension (front and rear) definitely helps. Going over small cracks, expansion joints, and typical city bumps is noticeably smoother than rigid scooters I’ve tried. You still feel the road, but it’s less jarring, and your knees don’t take as much of the hit. For daily commuting on mixed pavement, that’s a real benefit.

The 10'' solid tires are a trade-off. On the plus side, you don’t have to worry about flats, which is huge if you ride through glassy or rough areas. On the downside, solid tires never feel as cushioned as air-filled ones. You get more vibration in your hands and feet, especially on rough asphalt and old concrete. The suspension takes the edge off, but it doesn’t fully replace the feel of pneumatic tires. After a longer ride (say 30–40 minutes straight), I could feel a bit of fatigue in my feet from the constant small vibrations.

The deck is reasonably wide and grippy. The non-slip surface works; I never felt my shoes slipping, even when the deck was a bit dusty or slightly damp. Standing position feels natural with one foot forward, one back. The handlebar width is okay – not super wide, but wide enough to feel stable at higher speeds. If you’re very tall or very broad-shouldered, you might wish for a bit more width, but for average-sized adults it’s fine.

Noise-wise, it’s pretty standard: a mild electric whine from the motor and some rattling from the fenders and suspension on rough terrain, but nothing dramatic. Overall, comfort is decent for a solid-tire commuter scooter. If you come from a no-suspension rental, this is an upgrade. If you’ve tried high-end air-tire scooters, you’ll feel the difference and this will seem more basic. For the price point though, I think the comfort level is acceptable and better than many entry-level options.

The frame is aluminum, and the whole scooter feels reasonably sturdy. I didn’t notice any flex in the deck or stem when riding, even over bumps. The folding joint, which is usually the weak point on budget scooters, locked firmly and didn’t develop play during my testing. I picked it up folded quite a few times to go up stairs and in and out of a car trunk, and it didn’t feel fragile or creaky.

The solid rubber tires are obviously a big plus in terms of puncture resistance. If you ride through places with glass, gravel, or random debris, not having to deal with flats is a big relief. Long-term, solid tires can harden or crack, but in the short term they’re basically maintenance-free. The trade-off is less comfort, but from a durability standpoint, they’re a win. The brakes (drum + electronic) also seem low-maintenance compared to disc brakes, which can bend or need more adjustment.

There are a few spots where you can feel the price point. Some of the plastic parts (like the fenders and some trim pieces) don’t feel premium. They’re fine, but if you drop the scooter hard or bang it into things regularly, I can see those parts scratching or cracking over time. Also, the wiring near the front wheel is exposed enough that I’d keep an eye on it, especially if you toss the scooter in a trunk with a lot of other stuff.

The brand offers 180/365-day warranty for different parts, which is okay but not stellar. It’s better than nothing, but you’re not getting the same long-term support as from the most established brands. Overall, I’d say the durability feels good enough for regular commuting if you’re not abusive. It’s not a tank, but it doesn’t feel like a toy either. Treat it like a piece of commuting gear, not like a stunt scooter, and it should hold up reasonably well.

On performance, this scooter is not a rocket, but it’s definitely not slow. I’m around 185 lbs, and on flat ground with a full battery I was seeing speed readings close to 21–22 mph on the built-in display. A GPS app on my phone showed more like 19–20 mph most of the time, so the usual small difference, but still within what I’d expect. For city riding, that’s plenty fast; I never felt like I needed more speed in bike lanes or side streets.

The 500W motor is the real advantage over the smaller 350W models. Acceleration is decent from a rolling start. In the non-zero start mode (you have to kick to about 2 mph, then throttle), it feels controlled and safe, especially if you’re new. Once you’re already moving, it picks up speed steadily rather than jerking forward. On flat roads, it holds top speed well. On mild hills, it slows but doesn’t die. On steeper city hills (the kind that slow cheap scooters to a crawl), I was still moving, just slower – something like 9–12 mph depending on the slope.

Braking performance is solid for this type of scooter. The drum brake + electronic brake combo gives you enough stopping power without locking up the wheel instantly. I could do controlled stops from top speed without feeling like I was going over the handlebar. You won’t get motorcycle-level braking, obviously, but for urban speeds it’s fine. The electronic brake alone (light pull) helps scrub speed, and if you pull harder you feel the drum brake bite more.

There are multiple speed modes (via the display or app), which I actually used. For crowded sidewalks or shared paths, I stuck to a lower mode so I wasn’t constantly feathering the throttle. For my commute, I just left it in the fastest mode. Overall, in practice, this scooter has enough performance for daily commuting and short trips, as long as you’re not expecting crazy acceleration or high-speed stability like a thousand-dollar scooter. For normal users, it does the job well enough.

Out of the box, the WERHY H9 is pretty straightforward. You get the scooter folded, a charger, a small tool kit, and a very basic manual. Assembly took me around 10–15 minutes: unfold the stem, lock it, screw on the handlebar with the included screws, and you’re basically done. Nothing complicated, even if you’re not handy. I liked that I didn’t have to mess with any cables or weird alignment issues – it was fairly plug-and-play.

On paper, the key specs are 500W motor, 10'' solid tires, claimed top speed of 22 mph, and up to 22 miles of range. Weight limit is 265 lbs, and the scooter itself is around 20 kg (about 44 lbs) in the box. Once set up, it feels like a typical mid-size commuter scooter, not a small toy and not a heavy off-road tank either. The deck is long enough for adult feet, and I could stand comfortably in a staggered stance without feeling cramped.

The controls are standard: thumb throttle on the right, brake lever on the left, and a center display with power and mode button. There’s front and rear lighting and a rear brake light that kicks in when you brake. You also get dual braking (drum + electronic) and dual suspension, which is a big selling point on the product page. There’s Bluetooth for the app, which lets you tweak start mode, lights, and speed modes.

Overall, the first impression is: this is a practical commuter scooter, not a toy and not a hardcore beast. Nothing about the unboxing screams premium, but nothing felt super cheap either. It’s the kind of product where you say, “ok, that looks decent for the money,” rather than being blown away. For a mid-range Amazon scooter, the presentation is acceptable and, more importantly, you can be riding within half an hour of opening the box.