Sure, there are several types of Onewheels, but people tend to forget about the original – the EUCs. EUC stands for ‘electric unicycles’, and it’s easy to see why people would debate between a EUC or the other types of Onewheels.
To help people find the ride that suits them best and not read dozens upon dozens of reviews, we’ve put together this handy comparison to save the internal debate time. Read on to find out if the EUC or Onewheel is the ride for you!
What is an EUC?
EUC stands for electric unicycle and it’s the latest installment on the popular trend of hoverboards, segways, and other means of the personal transportation device. The EUC is as it sounds, the modern unicycle, but without all the work the classic model entailed. It has an electric motor built into the rim, a rechargeable battery, gyroscopes to help it move and help you stay balanced, as well as pedals and a seat. Sure, it can be tricky to get started, we’re all used to two wheels after all, but it’s worth the skill once you get up and running.
What is a Onewheel?
If a EUC is the modern version of the unicycle, then the Onewheel is the high-tech skateboard. Admittedly, comparing it to a skateboard is a stretch since the Onewheel has, well, only one wheel. The Onewheel has a board that the rider stands on and helps keep it balanced along with the internal gyroscope. Like the EUC, it also has a rechargeable battery and is powered by an electric motor. It’s a change if you’re used to four wheels or two, but once you get going you see why the Onewheel has dusted its competition in the popularity category.
Comparing EUCs and the Onewheel
Now that you know what a EUC and Onewheel are, we can compare and contrast them so you know which device is your speed. We’ve broken them down by category so you can see their differences more clearly.
Speed
When it comes to speed between the Onewheel and EUC, there is a greater difference in the two:
- Top EUC speed: 22-30 MPH
- Top Onewheel speed: 20 MPH
This isn’t to say that all types of EUCs and Onewheels go that fast, there are different models. Take note that these are their top speeds and that the EUC is faster than the Onewheel in general.
Portability
Here, there is a bit of a design difference between EUCS and Onewheels. They are not only radically different in how they look, but how each is specifically carried as well.
- The EUC has a trolley handle for portability and brings the self-balancing capabilities to your benefit.
- The Onewheel you have to carry, but depending on the model it is relatively light.
Range
Both the Onewheel and EUCs can take you pretty far on a single charge, and depending on how far you want to go on your excursions or if you’ll use either one to commute around town, the differences here are important to highlight:
- EUC’s average range is 50 miles on a single charge, depending on the model you have.
- Onewheel’s average range is 10-18 miles on a single charge, depending on the model you have.
Battery
The battery life of Onewheel and EUCs is a top concern for any shopper. There’s no point in investing money when you have to worry about whether the charge will last. getting back every other mile.
- The EUC battery life is 30-70 miles on a single charge, depending on the model you have and how you’re using it.
- The Onewheel battery life is 8-20 miles on a single charge, depending on the model you have and how you’re using it.
How you’re using your ride is a factor as the more you’re doing that requires power, the faster you’ll need to recharge. For example, rough terrain vs paved roads or sidewalks.
Learning Curve
Another detail people should consider when comparing EUCs and Onewheels is the rider difficulty level. Some users may have an easier time with one over the other, but on average people report that the Onewheel is easier to learn because of the low balance skill required and how instinctively familiar it is. The EUC is more difficult to learn due to the balance needed to keep yourself on the device.
We Save You Time at SUPRents
Whether it’s the Onewheel or EUC for you, either way, you’re going to have a blast cruising around. Iif this comparison hasn’t pushed you over the edge towards one or the other then give each a whirl. We at SUPRents have a Try Before You Buy program where you can test out a Onewheel model so you know which one suits your speed the best.
Explore how you can demo a Onewheel here
or
Explore more about the EUC here.
