Customer Ratings & Reviews

I got this for my 9 year old son and he loves it!! I have to admit I throughly enjoyed the first couple of days of him learning how to balance on it (and the subsequent wipeouts, they were epic!) however he eventually mastered it and I can barely keep him off it. The range is accurate (3 miles) and it even though my son feels like he’s flying it does go right around 7 mph. It takes about four hours to fully charge it and I usually just let it charge overnight however, like with most battery operated items you do need to pay attention to how long it’s on the charger so that way it doesn’t become dependent on the charger and it will extend the battery life of the Hoverboard. The tires are durable enough. I live in an area where it’s black asphalt and he’s been riding when it’s been hot out and it doesn’t appear to affect the tires that much and with regular sidewalk you so I would believe it wouldn’t have any issues either. I have not tested this on dirt gravel however, it doesn’t look like it would stand up to it all that well so I would recommend avoiding off-roading with it. This is definitely a great gift for any kid that likes to motor around on a hover board. It’s fast it’s fun it’s durable and my son just loves it so I would recommend it for any parent wanting to get it for their kids.

The Hover-1 Blast Electric Self-Balancing Scooter/hoverboard is great. Kids love it super simple to charge. It comes with the charger needed and has lights in in case you need to use it in the dark. Kids thought it was super cool and it offered a smoother ride compared to other hoverboards they have owned in the past. Battery life is perfect and has beeps to let the rider know if something is going on with the hoverboard. Overall it is a better hoverboard and makes great use for when going out for a walk and the kids do not really want to go out and walk with you, but offer them to ride and this will get them outside. I as a parent love the beeps in case i hear it and know they should not be on it, it gives me a chance to get them before they go crazy with it around the house. The step pads are the perfect size for kids and possibly young adults. The weight limit according to the box is 160 lbs and that is perfect for most people to ride it not just kids. Last words are if you are thinking about it do it just make sure riders wear protective equipment just in case.

Children grow up so fast: from crawling, to walking and running, and next thing you know, they're on wheels. As a parent, keeping the little ones active and safe is a constant balancing act. Coincidentally, Hover-1's newest self-balancing scooter is a hoverboard that promotes keeping kids happy, engaged, and most importantly, safe. Unlike some of their other offerings, the Hover-1 Blast isn't very flashy. When turned on, aside from a couple of blue strips of light at the front of the hoverboard and the thin, rainbow patterns on the wheels, this device is an all-black color with no standout features. The center of the board has a battery power light and a symbol indicating whether a person is standing on it. Made specifically for children and individuals under 160 lbs., the top of the board has two, small foot mats to step on and find one's center of gravity. The manual says it generally takes 3-5 minutes to get comfortable on a hoverboard and recommends spotting your child to make them feel more secure. The Blast does not travel very fast. It moves at a steady pace, which is great for children just beginning to learn how to use a self-balancing scooter. My kids are familiar with hoverboards, so this board did feel a little bit underwhelming to them, but it really is the perfect size for kids around their age and size, in the second to fourth grade range. I appreciate the care and safety put into the Hover-1 Blast. The operation manual for the board does a wonderful job with a thorough safety checklist, recognition of local ordinances for use of the device, and details with regard to both passenger safety and machine maintenance and operation. It really does go to great length explaining all precautions and warnings for using the board in order to give you some peace of mind. The Blast comes with a power supply cable which takes about five hours to fully charge. The board can take you up to three miles, but I found that my kids didn't want to really leave the house with this board due to its lack of speed. However, that did not stop them from really enjoying their rides around the house. Overall, it is a great little beginner's board for the little ones and a nice secondary to a more fully-featured self-balancing scooter. The Hover-1 Blast is the perfect option for a parent who wants to introduce their children to hoverboards, and it is a great stepping stone they will use to learn the ins and outs of these devices safely.

Hover-1 - Blast Electric Self-Balancing Scooter is a decent scooter. Great for younger kids as there is a lower weight limit than some other Hover-1 scooters. Depending on the kid, it will work for older teens as well. Weight limit of 160 compared to 220 on others. Not a big deal for my kids. Even though it is a lighter weight limit, the size is basically the same as other scooters. This is a limited thrills scooter with a lower max range of only 3 miles. Quite frankly, I am ok with not having mobile app connectivity, custom lighting, and Bluetooth speaker capabilities. All of that extra stuff seems to be a marketing gimmick and more of a distraction, which is unnecessary when you have your kids scooting around at up to 7 mph. This unit is all black base with lighting on the back and front and cool multicolor lighting on the wheels. There is a nice batty icon on top of the unit to show you when you are running low on battery. Essentially works right out of the box, however I have to ding my review a few stars because the calibration does not work. I am not sure if this model is not suppose to have calibration or if it is just my unit. The quick setup guide indicates that you should be recalibrating before the first ride and after so many times of use. I am the owner of another Hover-1 scooter and understand the importance of this. The instructions tell you to lay the scooter on a flat surface and hold the on button for up to 10 seconds. The recalibration should balance the scooter so that both footings are even and the scooter is balanced. This did not work for me, and I hope it doesn't become a problem in the future. Only time will tell. So far it is working great, and the kids love it.

I ordered the Hover-1 Blast Hoverboard for a grandchild to use. It seems to be quite the rage at our local skateboard park and he wanted one in the worst way. The Hover-1 board is rated for children above 8 years of age and wieghing between 44 and 160 pounds. It comes with plenty of warnings about wearing safety gear while using it such as a helmut, knee and elbow pads, closed toe shoes, et al. The Hover-1 Blast has a 3 mile range at up to 7 mph, has 6.5" tires on wheels equipped with LED multi-colored lights, has two forward facing sensor headlights and its battery is shielded for fire and overheat protection. It is UL certified. The Hover-1 Blast arrived fully charged and once the battery is depleted, takes up to 5 hours to recharge. There is a battery indicator located between the two foot pedals that shows the status of the battery's charge state. The two foot pedals have anti-slip pads on them for user safety. Under the footpads are four sensors. The user must stand on both footpads when riding the scooter or may vibrate or spin if weight and pressure are only applied to one footpad. There is a start button located next to the power cord port that must be pushed to turn on the unit. The user must be prepared to step on both footpads at once to start the scooter moving. Good balance is a key and usually comes quickly with repeated use. Kids are generally pretty capable of adjusting to the unit and tend to love using this scooter hoverboard. A safety feature of the Hover-1 Blast is notification of improper use by a beeping sound and flashing red light that goes off if the scooter is used on too steep a slope or encounters an obstruction that lasts longer than 5 seconds. The beeping and flashing will continue until the user stops using the board and resets it by turning the power off then back on. Other hoverboards may offer nicer features, faster speeds and longer distance capabilities. But for the money, this is a very nice starter board!

Good but the battery dies way to fast on it wish it came with a better battery

Pretty good for an 8 year old. She picked up on it really quickly. Easy to learn. The lights make it really cool.

My kid love them,very easy to ride,well balanced and well build.I definitely will recommend to anyone.

It great my My granddaughter loves it the lights light up so nicely she loves the way it rides

I am so thankful Best Buy had this hoverboard at the price it was and they offered shipping! This hoverboard was the highlight of all Christmas gifts. It has by far been the most popular among my children. The product works great! It lights up, has great balance and stops easily. It does die fast, however, the quality time on the board goes a long way.

Works great! My 10yr-old and 8yr-old were able to figure it out pretty quickly and this easily one of their favorite things to play with. Battery life is ok, runs out kind of quick when using at full speed, but recharge time isn't too bad. Got them as a Black Friday deal so the price can't be beat. Not sure if top speed really is 7mph, looks fast for a kid, but they enjoy it. Can't comment on durability, but would definitely consider buying again.

GREAT PRICE AND VALUE!!! Bought two of these for my nephews and they work great. Setup was very easy and the quality looks and feels really nice. The buying process was super easy and I was even able to edit the name on the pick up when I wasn't able to get it. Great experience Best Buy...Keep it up and give us more stuff like this!!!

Bought this as a testing incentive for our students at school and it is exactly as pictured and described, quality is wonderful and shipping time was fast and effient

My son is 7 and this is what he wanted for Christmas. It runs so smooth, he loves it. The battery life is longer than what was mentioned. You can go slow or fast on the hover board.

We ordered this for our 7 year old son and he absolutely loves it! It’s great for both indoor and outdoor use, very durable and provides hours of fun! Definitely recommend!

I really like it, it's easy to learn the colors are pretty. it works really well and it was easy to pick up. I would definitely buy it if you want a hoverboard

I bought this as my son’s 10 year old birthday present and Christmas gift. He enjoys riding it. It took him about 20-30 minutes to get the hang and feel for it. The instructions were clear and easy to understand. It is meant to be ridden on pavement. I think next time, I’ll buy one for all terrain. It was a good purchase. I’d make it again if necessary.

I bought this hoverboard for my 7 year old daughter! She loves it! She had absolutely no trouble getting started at all! She spends time on it every day! Would definitely recommend this to anyone! Be sure to check weight restrictions.

Very good product. Easy to get used to, my son loves it!

Absolutely great product! Holds 160+ comfortably with no issues. Speed is great, holds a charge for about an hour and a half solid and charged quickly!