Advance Flex
Origin
The Pure Advance Flex is the most innovative scooter Pure Electric has ever launched — and arguably the most unusual scooter from any major brand in the past five years. It introduces a forward-facing riding stance (rider faces the side of the deck rather than the front), which Pure claims provides superior stability and a more natural ergonomic position. Combined with foldable handlebars and a foldable deck, the Flex collapses into one of the most compact form factors on the market — Pure markets it as 'the world's most compact e-scooter.' Stuff Magazine called the riding stance 'genuinely revolutionary' though noted it requires a learning period. Designed in Bristol, manufactured in Asia, sold primarily in the UK and EU through Pure's retail network. The Flex won several 2024 design awards.
Specifications
- Frame
- aluminum alloy with reinforced folding joints
- Weight
- kg
- Brakes
- Front enclosed drum brake + rear KERS regenerative e-brake; thumb-lever actuated
The verdict
- Built-in turn indicators (180° handlebar + rear footpad signals) plus a 150-lumen headlight and brake/running light — a near-complete road-visibility package that almost no other adult scooter offers.
- Genuinely class-leading portability: the 5-point fold collapses handlebars and deck into an ultra-compact near-flat package (~57×30×62 cm) that fits a car boot, train rack or small flat.
- Premium build quality and a smooth, stable ride; reviewers (T3 Platinum, Stuff) praised the forward-facing stance for spreading rider weight and lowering the centre of gravity.
- Strong all-weather usability with a full IP65 dust/water rating — safe in rain and puddles, unusual at this price.
- Effective braking: enclosed front drum + rear KERS regenerative e-brake stop the scooter confidently and quickly.
- The patented forward-facing riding stance has a real learning curve — reviewers note it feels unnatural at first and takes time to trust.
- No suspension; ride comfort depends entirely on the 10-inch pneumatic tires, so larger bumps still come through.
- No carrying handle despite being marketed on portability — at 16.2 kg it is awkward to lift and carry once folded (T3's main complaint).
- Real-world range (~40 km) falls well short of Pure's optimistic 52 km lab figure, and the top Flex model is pricey at ~£1,099 / up to €1,199.
- 25 km/h speed cap and stability-first tuning make it a poor fit for riders who want pace; charge time of ~6 hours is on the slow side.
Who it’s for
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