What Scooter Should I Buy? The Complete Age & Sizing Guide (6–13 Years)
Author: Ethan
Choosing the right scooter comes down to two things: the rider's age and their height. A scooter that's too big will feel unstable and hard to control; too small and they'll outgrow it in months. This guide breaks down our top three recommendations at every age from 6 to 13 — a budget-friendly pick, a mid-range option, and a premium choice — so you can find the right fit at the right price.
How to Measure for the Right Scooter
A quick way to check if a scooter is the right fit is to compare the scooter's total height — measured from the ground to the top of the bars — against your child's belly button height. Ideally the bars should sit roughly at belly button level. A little above is fine; if it's significantly higher or lower, look at the next size up or down.
If you're between two options, sizing up is generally the better call — kids grow fast and most pro scooters comfortably suit a range of heights within their age bracket.
Our Recommendations by Age
6–7 Year Olds
At this age we recommend scooters sized for 110–125cm riders. These three all allow growing room, so you're not buying something they'll outgrow in a season.
Budget Pick — Envy One S3 Complete Scooter — From $169
From $169.00
The best entry point into a genuine pro scooter. One-piece chromoly bars mean no fiddly assembly, and 110mm wheels give a noticeably smoother ride than cheaper alternatives.
- Deck: 4.75" x 19"
- Bars: One-piece chromoly, 21.65" height
- Wheels: 110mm
- Total height: 790mm
- Weight: 3.45kg
Mid-Range Pick — Core CD1 Complete Scooter
$199.00
Core's purpose-built entry-level stunt scooter, designed specifically for ages 5–10. Lightweight extruded aluminium deck with a concave profile, boxed design with integrated dropouts for stability during tricks.
- Deck: 4.5" x 18.5", extruded aluminium
- Boxed design with integrated dropouts
- Total height: 790mm
- Available in a wide range of colours
Premium Pick — Ethic Erawan V2 Complete Scooter (Small)
From $369.00
One of the lightest completes in the world at just 2.89kg. The Small sizing (480mm deck, 570mm bars) is well suited to younger riders who want genuine Ethic performance from the start.
- Deck: 480mm x 120mm, 6061-T6 alloy
- Bars: Dryade V2, 570mm height
- Wheels: Incube V2 110mm
- Total height: 800mm
- Weight: 2.89kg
8–9 Year Olds
At this age we're looking at riders around 125–140cm. These three step up in deck size and overall capability, suited to riders who are progressing their trick list at the skatepark.
Budget Pick — Root Industries Type R Pro Complete Scooter
$229.00
Root Industries' most innovative, good-looking, and accessible complete to date. Suits riders from beginner to advanced with a solid IHC compression setup and 110mm wheels ready for park and street.
- Deck: 4.85" x 19.7"
- Bars: 580mm x 550mm chromoly steel
- Wheels: 110mm x 24mm 8-spoke
- Compression: IHC
- Total height: 830mm
- Weight: 3.6kg
Mid-Range Pick — Envy Colt S6 Complete Scooter
$249.00
The Colt is now in its sixth generation and has had a major upgrade. Lightweight butted T-style bars, a boxed-out deck, and 110mm wheels make this a perfect blend of park and street for riders who want to do it all. Comes with a free scooter stand.
- Deck: 5" x 19.5" (127mm x 495mm)
- Bars: 600mm x 520mm, butted T-bar
- Wheels: Envy Jet 110mm x 24mm
- Total height: 840mm
- Weight: 3.45kg
Premium Pick — Core CL1 Complete Scooter
$349.00
Core's pro-level complete at an accessible price. Aftermarket hollow core wheels for speed, a 5" x 19" deck with weight-reducing cutouts, IHC compression, and premium ABEC 9 bearings throughout.
- Deck: 5" x 19" with weight-reducing cutouts
- Bars: 540mm wide x 620mm height, 6061 aluminium
- Wheels: Core aftermarket hollow core 110mm
- Compression: IHC
- Total height: 840mm
- Weight: 3.45kg
10–11 Year Olds
We're targeting 140–160cm riders here. These three options are built for riders who are progressing past the basics and need a scooter that can keep up with their skill level.
Budget Pick — Root Industries Type R GT Complete Scooter
$269.00
Designed specifically for the 8–14 year old sweet spot, the Type R GT is packed with Root's best components: HMA aluminium bars, Lotus Wheels, GT clamp, Fractal Grips, Air headset, and cold-forged single piece forks. A serious setup at a very accessible price point.
- Bars: HMA (Hi-Modulus Alloy), 600mm height, significantly stronger than standard aluminium
- Wheels: Root Industries Lotus 110mm
- Fork: Cold-forged, single piece
- Headset: Root Air
- Total height: 860mm
Mid-Range Pick — Envy Prodigy X-One Complete Scooter
From $299.00
Now in its 11th generation, the Prodigy X-One is one of the most trusted completes in scootering. Versatile across park and street, with 120mm wheels and a solid 5" deck — a proven performer at a fair price.
- Deck: 5" x 19.5"
- Bars: 24.4" height x 22" width, aluminium
- Wheels: 120mm
- Total height: 865mm
- Weight: 3.36kg
Premium Pick — Ethic Erawan V2 Complete Scooter (Medium)
From $369.00
The Erawan V2 in Medium steps up to a 500mm deck and 620mm bars, making it one of the lightest completes on the market at just 2.96kg. Genuine Ethic performance across park and street.
- Deck: 500mm x 120mm, 6061-T6 alloy
- Bars: Dryade V2, 620mm height
- Wheels: Incube V2 110mm
- Total height: 850mm
- Weight: 2.96kg
12–13 Year Olds
Riders at this age are typically 155–175cm and starting to develop a serious style of riding. These three are pro-grade setups built for riders who know what they want and are ready to progress hard.
Budget Pick — Envy Prodigy X-One Street Edition
$319.00
The Prodigy X-One Street takes the trusted Prodigy line and rebuilds it from the ground up for the new age of hybrid street rider. A wider 5.5" deck, boxed ends, 115mm Sector wheels, and fully butted chromoly bars make this a serious, capable machine.
- Deck: 5.5" x 21" Extech with boxed ends
- Bars: Fully butted chromoly T-bars, 24.4" x 23.6"
- Wheels: 115mm x 24mm Sector
- Compression: SCS
- Total height: 900mm
- Weight: 3.68kg
Mid-Range Pick — Root Industries Invictus 3 Complete Scooter
$339.00
At 3.4kg with a 5.2" deck and 120mm Honeycore wheels, the Invictus 3 is a genuine feat of engineering. Chromolite bars, AIR forks, AIR Lite clamp, and Fractal Grips combine to make one of the fastest, most capable completes available at any price point.
- Deck: 5.2" x 20.5", magnesium-rich 6061 alloy with Honeycore cutouts
- Bars: Chromolite (as light as aluminium, almost 50% stronger)
- Wheels: 120mm Honeycore
- Fork: AIR fork
- Total height: 850mm
- Weight: 3.4kg
Premium Pick — Ethic Pandora Complete Scooter (Medium)
From $429.00
The Pandora is Ethic's newest trick scooter, slightly favouring street while being equally at home in the park. The Medium size — a 5.1" x 20.5" deck — suits younger, more technical riders who want a highly responsive, easy-to-manoeuvre setup with HIC compression and 12STD wheels for serious speed.
- Deck: 5.1" x 20.5", Medium sizing
- Compression: HIC
- Wheels: 12STD (faster-than-standard bearings)
- Total height: 900mm
- Style: Street-leaning, park-capable
Still Not Sure?
Height is always the most reliable starting point, but riding style and experience level matter too. If your child is just getting into scootering, start at the budget pick for their age bracket — there's no point putting a beginner on a $400 scooter. If they've been riding for a year or more and are actively progressing tricks, the mid-range or premium pick will give them gear that keeps up.
You can also browse our full range of Kids' Pro Scooters and Teen Pro Scooters, or reach out to our friendly team for help finding the right fit!
