We’ve come a long way with our hoverboards considering how they were still considered a fantasy during the “Back to the Future” movies. Still one of the most bought Christmas gifts, over 500000 units of hoverboards were sent back in the 2016 due to poor build quality and their fire catching incidents. Most of the hoverboards in the market today are considered a safe bet for the kids, given the UL 2272 certification. However, many people still get confused while looking for a right hoverboard for their kid. Here are the top tips to consider before buying this self-balancing scooter.

1. UL 2272 certification

The first and foremost rule to even consider buying a hoverboard is that it must have a UL 2272 certification. Every hoverboard runs a risk of its lithium battery leakage or damage, which leads to the explosions. A UL 2272 tests every hoverboard for its construction and safety standards, ensuring that it’s best for your kids. Make sure not to buy any knockoffs of the hoverboard as they won’t have the safety standards.

2. Build Quality

Another thing to keep in mind while buying a hoverboard is its build quality. The construction as well as the material of this scooter must be checked before being issues into the market. Good quality material ensures that the hoverboard doesn’t wear off in extreme conditions. For example, a bad quality hoverboard will slip more often, would not be easy to get on and off from, and may be a lot less durable as compared to other products.

3. Charging Time

The size of the batteries in the hoverboard determine its speed and power. Thus, the better the batteries, the larger they’d be in size. The larger batteries will also contribute to the weight of the hoverboard. Apart from that, you also wouldn’t want to be waiting around for a really long time while the hoverboard charge. Therefore, all these factors must be kept in mind while looking for the self-balancing scooter.

4. User of the Hoverboard

Depending on the age and size of the person using the hoverboard, you should be choosing its kind. For example, if the user is anywhere between 4 and 6 years, then one must go for the 4.5 inches wheels hoverboard.  Otherwise, if the user is older and quite heavy as well, there should be more foot space on the board and it should easy to step onto. Thus, a hoverboard with 8 inch or 10 inch wheels would be a good choice in this case.

5. Available area for using it

There are many areas in which you may be fined for using the hoverboard or you must have permission to use it. If your nearby area doesn’t allow you to use the product, you may want to reconsider your decision of buying it.

6. Reviews

Furthermore, you should always be aware of the brand of the product as well as its reviews before making a final choice. Make sure you go for a hoverboard that you can return if you don’t like it.