Hero Electric Photon vs Ola Electric S1
Do you want to find out which scooter is the best, Hero Electric Photon or Ola Electric S1? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Photon and S1. Hero Electric Photon Price starts at Rs.1.11 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Base and Ola Electric S1 Price starts at Rs.N/A (ex-showroom) for Std. Hero Electric Photon can generate 1800 W power whereas Ola Electric S1 can generate 8500W power. In terms of range, Photon provides a range of 108km/charge (base model), and S1 has a range of 121km/charge (base model). Hero Electric Photon is available in 1 colours & 2 variants whereas Ola Electric S1 is available in 5 colours & 1 variants.
Photon vs S1
Key Highlights | Hero Electric Photon | Ola S1 |
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Price | Rs.1.11 Lakh | Rs.1.30 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | N/A | N/A |
Power | 1800 W | 8500W |
Mileage/Range | 108 km/charge | 121 km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
Photon specifications | S1 specifications | |
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On Road Price | 1.16 Lakh Price Breakup | N/A |
User Rating | 3.1 | 3.7 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Photon Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | S1 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | CBS | CBS |
Calliper Type | No | - |
Front Disc Size | 130 | 220 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | - |
Front Wheel Size | 10 | 12 inch |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | - |
Rear Wheel Size | 10 | 12 inch |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Suspension | Telescopic Suspension | Single Fork |
Rear Suspension | Telescopic Suspension | Mono Shock |
Front Tyre Size | 10 x 3 Inch | 110/70 R12 |
Rear Tyre Size | 10 x 3 Inch | 110/70 R12 |
Front Type | Drum | Disc |
Rear Disc/Drum Size | 130 mm | 180 mm |
Rear Type | Drum | Disc |
Instrumentation
Photon Instrumentation | S1 Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | No | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | No | Yes |
Fuel level guage | No | - |
Tachometer | No | - |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Analogue | Digital |
Exterior
Photon Exterior | S1 Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | No | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
Photon Warranty | S1 Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 3 Years Battery & 3 Years Motor | 3 Years/Unlimited Kms |
Body & Suspension
Photon Body & Suspension | S1 Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Reinforced High Strength Steel Chassis | Tubular |
Engine & Transmission
Photon Engine & Transmission | S1 Engine & Transmission | |
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Gear Shifting Pattern | - | No |
Engine Type | Hub Motor | - |
No. of Cylinders | 1 | - |
No. of valves per cylinder | Is_delete | - |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Battery Capacity | 1.9 kwh | 2.98 kwh |
Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
Charging Time | 5 hr | 5 Hours |
Fast Charging | No | Yes |
Range | 108 km/charge | 121 km/charge |
Top Speed | 45 kmph | 90 kmph |
Charging Socket | Yes | Yes |
Configuration | - | - |
Fuelling | - | Electric |
Max Power | 1800 W | 8500W |
Comfort & Convenience
Photon Comfort & Convenience | S1 Comfort & Convenience | |
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Average Speed Indicator | No | No |
Call/SMS Alerts | No | Yes |
Front Storage Box | Yes | No |
Geo Fencing | No | Yes |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | No | - |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes |
Riding Modes | No | Yes |
Service Reminder Indicator | - | No |
Under Seat Storage | Yes | Yes |
GPS & Navigation | No | Yes |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | No | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | No | Yes |
Safety
Photon Safety | S1 Safety | |
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Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | - |
Hazard Warning Switch | No | - |
Radial Tyres | No | No |
Side Stand Alarm | - | Yes |
Pass Light | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes |
Turn Signal | Halogen Bulb | Yes |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | No | Yes |
Brake Assist | CBS | - |
Power Modes | No | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
Photon Dimensions & Capacity | S1 Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 1970 mm | 1859 mm |
Width | 745 mm | 712 mm |
Height | 1145 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase | 1230 mm | 1359 mm |
Ground Clearance | 130 mm | 165 mm |
Body Type | - | Electric Scooter |
Seat Height | 768 mm | 792 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 87 kg | 121 kg |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of Hero Electric Photon and Ola S1
Safety
Photon comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail. S1 has Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Turn Signal, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Power Modes.
Comfort & Convenience
Hero Electric Photon has features like Front Storage Box, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Under Seat Storage, USB Charger Port and Ola Electric S1, on the other hand, has Call/SMS Alerts, Geo Fencing, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Riding Modes, Under Seat Storage, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port.
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What is the on-road price of Hero Electric Photon?
The on-road price of Hero Electric Photon is Rs. 1.16 Lakh in New Delhi.