Swagtron Swagboard Spectra Electric Skateboard Review

Last updated 22. July 2020

The world of electric skateboards is always growing. Since there’s been such a large growth in popularity over the last few years, companies have had to combat the need for more and more futuristic designs. Instead of just being a cool toy to have that works for a couple miles and goes a little faster than walking, electric skateboards and longboards are now becoming a much more reliable method of transportation.

The problem is that with a higher demand comes more issues to encounter. What could a company possibly do to make an electric skateboard any more useful than it already is? Luckily, Swagtron has faced the problem and conquered it time and time again. Swagtron is known for creating some of the most futuristic electric skateboards, trikes, and hoverboards for the last few years.

We decided to find out for ourselves how they were going to make a better board after so many cool advancements have already been made. When we came across the Swagboard Spectra Advanced Electric Cruiser Skateboard, we couldn’t believe our eyes. It’s controlled and monitored on an app on your mobile phone, it has AI technology that learns the way you turn and accelerate, and it’s made out of incredibly durable carbon fiber!

You’re probably wondering how you can find out more about this Swagtron electric board, right? Well, don’t worry. We’re not going to leave you to do the research, we’ve done it all for you!

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Key Features

Powerful Motor & Battery

The battery and motor is something that definitely shouldn’t be passed up on the Swagboard Spectra Advanced Cruiser Skateboard. It has a 12.4-mile distance limit, which overshadows many of its competitors. While many other brands can’t achieve half of that distance, the Swagboard has no problem moving well over their limits. Another model that is generous with its distance is the Blitzart electric skateboard we have reviewed.

Not only that, but the charge time is much shorter than many other models as well. It only takes 90 to 120 minutes to charge this electric skateboard up all the way so you can hit the road again. Many other models require a 10 hour charge time, which is far too much, especially when compared to the newer technology in this board. Interested in other models? Try the Juiced electric skateboard here.

At 15.5 miles per hour, this electric skateboard can cruise down the streets no problem. For such a small board and motor, this is actually very impressive. A lot of other models that have higher speed limits come with much more bulky motors, which is not only ugly in appearance but it actually adds to the weight. More weight on the motor means more stress when moving uphill. Speaking up going uphill, this longboard can go uphill at angles of up to 15 degrees, which is pretty steep if you ask us!

Durable and Long-Lasting

One of the greatest concerns when buying an electric skateboard or longboard is the longevity. Obviously, you want your investment to last more than a year or two, which we agree with 100%. Well, with the Swagboard you don’t have to worry at all. It’s made out of carbon fiber, which is one of the most durable materials to make a skateboard out of.

Carbon fiber is a perfect choice for these boards for a number of reasons. Not only is it incredibly durable, but it’s also very lightweight. As we said earlier, more weight means more stress on the motor. Less weight obviously means less stress on the motor, which is exactly what you want! With a lighter weight on the deck, you’ll be able to go much further, which is partially why you’re able to go up to 12.4 miles per charge.

Another impressive durability trait of this electric skateboard is the battery. We already touched on the battery a little bit, but we didn’t happen to mention that it’s a lithium-ion battery. Lithium-ion lasts much longer than pretty much any other battery on the market, which is fantastic news for you! Li-ion also charges much quicker, which allows you to hit the road as soon as possible.

Futuristic Design

We mentioned the importance of constantly making improvements in the industry of electric boards. It’s hard to advance the technology in a product that’s already so far ahead of its time, but Swagtron managed to find several areas to improve on.

For starters, they added an app that allows you to control and monitor your Swagboard. Not only is this incredibly convenient since you already have your phone on you, but it’s also nice because it’s one less thing to lose. When you have your phone on with the app going, you know exactly where it is. Everyone keeps their phone in their pocket, so you never have to worry about stuffing a big remote in there too whenever you’re not using the board.

On top of that, Swagtron added a multi-colored LED light on the skateboard to allow you to be seen at night. Many people have trouble seeing skateboarders at night because a skateboard is typically dark in color. However, with these controllable LED lights, you’ll be bright as day to anyone on the road or on the sidewalk.

Pros:

+ Made of durable carbon fiber, which is lightweight and incredibly strong. It’s also nice to have a carbon fiber board because it doesn’t corrode or rust from the rain, and it can’t really break from misuse, unlike wood.

+ The app that works on your mobile phone for the Swagboard is incredibly useful because you don’t have to worry about carrying another accessory with you wherever you go. You always have your phone in your pocket, and probably your keys and/or your wallet. You shouldn’t have to add another remote!

+ These boards are small and compact, which makes them easy to store. You don’t have to worry about clearing any room out in the garage for this one. In addition to that, a smaller board means lighter weight, which is nice when you have to go into a store, school, or work.

+ The added LED lights are a great safety feature that helps you warn oncoming cars and foot traffic of your presence. Instead of having to carry a flashing or wear a headlight, the LED lights on this board allow you to cruise around in comfort.

Cons:

– 15 miles per hour is much less than some other models. While some models can reach up to 30+ miles per hour, there are law restrictions in many areas that don’t even let you ride that fast, which makes this one not too much of a downside.

– Some riders don’t like having a board that’s so small. It’s only large enough for two feet, and not much else. However, many reviewers have stated that they’ve gotten used to the issue, and even prefer it now over a normal skateboard’s length.

Who is it Suitable For?

These electric skateboards are suitable for anyone looking for a better method of transportation. They’re perfectly compact enough to store at the workplace or at school, and in some cases, you can hook them to your backpack. Since they’re made out of carbon fiber, they’re very lightweight and easy to carry.

On top of that, they go for over 12 miles, which is perfect for travel within your city. Even if work is 4 miles away, you can get there and back with many miles to spare. You can also charge it up at work or school for less than 2 hours, which is an amazingly short charge time compared to a lot of other electric boards.

Why We Like It

When we first saw the compact design of the Swagboard, we didn’t really know how we felt about it. A lot of other skateboards are obviously much longer and a little bit wider, so this one seemed a little bit out of character. After checking out all the reviews and tests, we knew that it was a unique item.

At the start of the article, we mentioned that these electric skateboard companies are having trouble matching the demand for constantly new and unique products. Well, Swagtron had no problem producing such a product. It was hard to believe in at first, but after seeing it in use, we realize how advanced of a board it truly is.

Not only that, but it comes with the futuristic use of a mobile app paired with LED lights for safety. Both of these features are leaps and bounds ahead of the competition, which makes this Swagboard a much have for any electric skateboard enthusiast.

Alternative Product

Atom Electric B10 Skateboard

The Atom Electric B10 Skateboard is an excellent alternative for anyone looking at a slightly cheaper model with a smaller range. You can only go 7 miles before needing to recharge on the B10, but it also has the advantage of being made of all wood as well as being longer and a little bit wider than the Swagboard. For those of you that have a shorter commute, the B10 is definitely worth the investment. Check out the Atom H16D carbon electric longboard as an alternative.

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