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Hero Electric Photon vs Ather 450X

Do you want to find out which scooter is the best, Hero Electric Photon or Ather 450X? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Photon and 450X. Hero Electric Photon Price starts at Rs.1.11 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Base and Ather 450X Price starts at Rs.1.49 Lakh (ex-showroom) for 2.9 kWh. Hero Electric Photon can generate 1800 W power whereas Ather 450X can generate N/A power. In terms of range, Photon provides a range of 108km/charge (base model), and 450X has a range of 126km/charge (base model). Hero Electric Photon is available in 1 colours & 2 variants whereas Ather 450X is available in 5 colours & 4 variants.

Photon vs 450X

Key HighlightsHero Electric PhotonAther 450X
PriceRs.1.11 LakhRs.1.49 Lakh
Engine CapacityN/AN/A
Power1800 WN/A
Mileage/Range108 km/charge126 km/charge
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Hero Electric Photon Base scooter
Base
Rs. 1.11 Lakh
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Ather 450X 2.9 kWh scooter
2.9 kWh
Rs. 1.49 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
1.16 Lakh
Price Breakup
1.55 Lakh
Price Breakup
User Rating
3.1
4.4
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
CBS
CBS
Calliper Type
Front 3 Piston Rear 1 Piston
Front Disc Size
130
200
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
Front Wheel Size
10
90/90-12
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
Rear Wheel Size
10
100/80-12
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Front Suspension
TelescopiSuspension
Telescopic Forks
Rear Suspension
Telescopic Suspension
Symmetrically Mounted Progressive Monoshock
Front Tyre Size
10 x 3 Inch
90/90 - 12
Rear Tyre Size
10 x 3 Inch
100/80 - 12
Front Type
Drum
Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size
130 mm
190 mm
Rear Type
Drum
Disc

Instrumentation

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

Exterior

Daytime Running Lights
check
LED headlight
check
check

Warranty

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

Body & Suspension

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

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
Hub Motor
-
No. of Cylinders
1
-
No. of valves per cylinder
Is_delete
-
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Battery Capacity
1.9 kwh
2.9 kwh
Battery Type
Lithium Ion
Lithium Ion
Charging Time
5 hr
3 Hours (0-80%)
Fast Charging
check
Range
108 km/charge
126 km/charge
Top Speed
45 kmph
90 kmph
Charging Socket
check
check
Max Power
1800 W
-
Max Torque
-
26 Nm
Motor Power
250 W
6400 W

Comfort & Convenience

Average Speed Indicator
check
Call/SMS Alerts
check
Front Storage Box
check
Geo Fencing
check
Low Battery Indicator
check
check
Low Oil Indicator
Pillion Backrest
Pillion Footrest
check
check
Riding Modes
3
Under Seat Storage
check
22
GPS & Navigation
check
Console Type
Digital
Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator
Engine Kill Switch
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital

Safety

AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
check
Hazard Warning Indicator
check
check
Hazard Warning Switch
Radial Tyres
Side Stand Alarm
check
Pass Light
check
check
Pillion Grabrail
check
check
Turn Signal
Halogen Bulb
LED
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
Power Modes
4
Traction Control System
-

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
1970 mm
1891 mm
Width
745 mm
739 mm
Height
1145 mm
1114 mm
Wheelbase
1230 mm
1296 mm
Ground Clearance
130 mm
170 mm
Body Type
-
Scooter
Seat Height
768 mm
780 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight
87 kg
108 kg

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • 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
  • New base model offers extremely good value for money
  • Good build quality and hardly any ownership issues
  • Ample riding range of 140+ km
Cons
  • Feels dated already
  • hardware should be improved
  • Long term reliability is questionable
  • Low ground clearance
  • Plain jane design
  • New base model does not offer quick charging
  • Riding posture & Ride quality isn't comfortable
  • Limited top speed of 90 km/h as compared to Ola S1 Pro
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Detailed Comparison of Hero Electric Photon and Ather 450X

Safety

Photon comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail. 450X has Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator.

Comfort & Convenience

Hero Electric Photon has features like Front Storage Box, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Under Seat Storage, USB Charger Port and Ather 450X, on the other hand, has Pillion Footrest, Geo Fencing, Call/SMS Alerts, Average Speed Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Side Stand Indicator.

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Hero Electric Photon and Ather 450X Owner Reviews

  • Photon Review
  • 450X Review
    • A
      Ankit
      3 Month ago
      3.4
      Just average scooter saved lot of many good for local use i used it for last 3 years reliable good build quality only the issue is about the service and range.
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    • G
      Gotham
      6 Month ago
      3.8
      Good for old people who drives 45km/hand slow rider's Battery charge and average mileage is also good Brakes need to be improved Seating also need to be improved Light weight and easy handling
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    • Ra
      Ramesh a
      2 Year ago
      1.0
      Very bad vehicle Service bad Brakes no good Totally hero electric Photon bike very very bad
      Likes (3)
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    • VA
      Vinay Agarwal
      3 Year ago
      1.8
      Parts is very poor quality specially Break Wire and Lock is very very poor quality and very costly
      Likes (5)
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    • NS
      Nilesh Sodnar
      3 Year ago
      1.0
      Ya photon elictric bike bhout kharab hai koi ise na kharide mere pass hai
      Likes (4)
      Reply
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