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Ather Rizta vs Hero Electric Photon

Do you want to find out which scooter is the best, Ather Rizta or Hero Electric Photon? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Rizta and Photon. Ather Rizta Price starts at Rs.1.15 Lakh (ex-showroom) for IDC range 123 Km and Hero Electric Photon Price starts at Rs.1.11 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Base. Ather Rizta can generate N/A power whereas Hero Electric Photon can generate 1800 W power. In terms of range, Rizta provides a range of 123km/charge (base model), and Photon has a range of 108km/charge (base model). Ather Rizta is available in 4 colours & 8 variants whereas Hero Electric Photon is available in 1 colours & 2 variants.

Rizta vs Photon

Key HighlightsAther RiztaHero Electric Photon
PriceRs.1.15 LakhRs.1.11 Lakh
Engine CapacityN/AN/A
PowerN/A1800 W
Mileage/Range123 km/charge108 km/charge
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Ather Rizta IDC range 123 Km scooter
IDC range 123 Km
Rs. 1.15 Lakh
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Hero Electric Photon Base scooter
Base
Rs. 1.11 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
1.22 Lakh
Price Breakup
1.16 Lakh
Price Breakup
User Rating
4.1
3.1
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
CBS
CBS
Calliper Type
-
Front Disc Size
200
130
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
Front Wheel Size
R12
10
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
Rear Wheel Size
R12
10
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Front Suspension
Telescopic Forks
TelescopiSuspension
Rear Suspension
Monoshock
Telescopic Suspension
Front Tyre Size
90/90 R12
10 x 3 Inch
Rear Tyre Size
100/80 R12
10 x 3 Inch
Front Type
Disc
Drum
Rear Disc/Drum Size
130 mm
130 mm
Rear Type
Drum
Drum

Instrumentation

Riding Modes Switch
check
check
Touch Screen Display
check
Fuel level guage
Digital
Tachometer
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Analogue

Exterior

Daytime Running Lights
check
LED headlight
check
check

Warranty

Basic Warranty
Battery warranty - 3 Years/ 30000 kms. Motor warranty -3 Years/ 30000 kms. Charger Warranty - 3 Years
3 Years Battery & 3 Years Motor

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Precision Machined Hybrid Chassis
Reinforced High Strength Steel Chassis

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
-
Hub Motor
No. of Cylinders
-
1
No. of valves per cylinder
-
Is_delete
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Battery Capacity
2.9 kwh
1.9 kwh
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Lithium Ion
Charging Time
5.45 Hours (0-80%)
5 hr
Fast Charging
check
Range
123 km/charge
108 km/charge
Top Speed
80 kmph
45 kmph
Charging Socket
check
check
Max Power
-
1800 W
Max Torque
22 Nm
-
Motor Power
4300 W
250 W

Comfort & Convenience

Average Speed Indicator
check
Call/SMS Alerts
check
Front Storage Box
check
check
Geo Fencing
check
Low Battery Indicator
check
check
Low Oil Indicator
-
Pillion Backrest
Pillion Footrest
check
check
Riding Modes
2
Service Reminder Indicator
check
-
Under Seat Storage
34
check
GPS & Navigation
Console Type
Digital
Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator
check
Engine Kill Switch

Safety

AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
check
Hazard Warning Indicator
check
check
Hazard Warning Switch
check
Radial Tyres
Side Stand Alarm
check
Pass Light
check
check
Pillion Grabrail
check
check
Turn Signal
LED
Halogen Bulb
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
Power Modes
2
Traction Control System
-

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
1850 mm
1970 mm
Width
750 mm
745 mm
Height
1140 mm
1145 mm
Wheelbase
1285 mm
1230 mm
Ground Clearance
150 mm
130 mm
Body Type
Scooter
-
Seat Height
780 mm
768 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight
125 kg
87 kg

Entertainment & Communication

MID (Multi Info Display)
check
-

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • It boasts a minimalist design language which makes it look neat
  • Features an industry-leading long seat that can easily fit two adults with some luggage
  • Available in two battery pack options
  • The 123 km range with a 2.9kWh battery pack and the 160 km range with the 3.7 kWh battery pack is a decent number
  • It offers 56-litres of storage including 34-liter under-seat storage and an optional 22 litre frunk accessory
  • It is available in seven colour options
  • The minimalist design makes it suitable for all types of riders including women, elders, and older people
  • Boasts good safety features such as Anti Skid, ESS, Auto-Hold, Theft & Tow detection, fall safe, find my scooter, and other features
  • Gets new Ather Stack 6 with updated features such as integrated Whatsapp messaging on the instrument panel, and other features
  • 1500W (output) BLDC motor
  • 18 Ltr storage
  • Decent build quality & fit and finish
  • Disc Brakes
  • Hero's widespread service network is a peace of mind in itself
  • Nimble in size, easy to maneuver in traffic
  • The portable battery pack is a boon for riders
Cons
  • The base variant is available in 3 colour options only
  • The top-spec variant comes with a higher price tag
  • Available with two-riding modes only and the speed is locked at 80 kmph
  • No Warp mode is on offer which is available in Ather 450X
  • Ather’s sales and service network is still limited in some parts of the country
  • The Rizta holds some design resemblance with the TVS iQUBE which might not attract some customers
  • Feels dated already
  • hardware should be improved
  • Long term reliability is questionable
  • Low ground clearance
  • Plain jane design
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Detailed Comparison of Ather Rizta and Hero Electric Photon

Safety

Rizta comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Side Stand Alarm. Photon has Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator.

Comfort & Convenience

Ather Rizta has features like Front Storage Box, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Geo Fencing, Service Reminder Indicator, Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator and Hero Electric Photon, on the other hand, has Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Front Storage Box, Under Seat Storage, USB Charger Port.

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Ather Rizta and Hero Electric Photon Owner Reviews

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    • KK
      Kunde Kranthi
      07 Sep 2025
      5.0
      Super bike, 2025 model, Ather. Price is superb.
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    • EQ
      Eajaz Qureshi
      04 Sep 2025
      5.0
      Excellent Scooter with excellent features with touch display and comes with good warranty according to new generation and now scooter also comes with BAAS plans overall very good scooter I love it.
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    • SK
      Suresh Kumar
      28 Aug 2025
      5.0
      Rizta is a top EV in its range—highly trusted and recommended. A must-buy for value for money, it’s one of the best-selling scooters in this segment and a reliable choice.
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    • RG
      Ritu Gupta
      28 Aug 2025
      3.8
      The overall performance is not so good but the scooter is suitable for your family that it is easy to drive and easy to charge . The scooter isn't have much features.
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    • Gs
      Gurumeet sandhir
      27 Aug 2025
      4.0
      Nice, easy, and safe to ride. I also appreciate that it’s environmentally friendly, helping keep our country clean and green. As an engineer, I know it’s worth it. Thank you.
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