OneWheel+ vs Halo Board

You can use the OneWheel+ for tricks, riding in the city, as well as off-road. It has a decent top speed and it recharges very quickly, which is great if you use it for commuting. Having a large, wide tire makes it perfectly equipped for riding on patches of grass, dirt, and shallow puddles. The unusual one-wheel construction and on-deck sensor controls make the riding experience unique and very fun. You can select the different riding modes in the OneWheel app or using the pressure sensor on the board.

With some practice, you can turn 180 degrees on a dime. The OneWheel's carving ability, rider control, braking, and acceleration will likely surprise you. If you are an easy rider, cruising is great fun. If you like to push the limit, it will challenge your balance and bravery.

If you plan to ride off-road, say outside the city or at the beach, the OneWheel+ is one of the best boards to have. Not only can it go through very rough terrain, like sand, grass, and puddles; it's also very good at riding in hills. It can climb up to 30% hill grade, while the vast majority boards, including high-end models, start stalling at 20-25%. An added benefit is that the board can generate some power while going down the hill, which keeps the battery alive for longer.

The LED lights on the back and the front of the board keep the path visible and help the rider stay visible to others. You can toggle the LEDs on and off in the app.

The overall experience of tilting your weight front-back, toe-heel, which dictates speed and direction feels a lot like snowboarding as opposed to riding a regular skateboard.

You can safely ride it in the rain or on the beach. You can go straight over puddles, however, it makes a lot of sense to preemptively install a fender, otherwise you will be soaking wet. The treadless tire grips wet concrete well but will slip in the mud. Cleaning is a breeze – just grab a hose.

You can connect your board to your smartphone using the OneWheel Android or iOS app. There you can control a number of settings: the riding mode, responsiveness of the board, LED lights; as well as find tutorial videos and get free firmware updates for the board.

The OneWheel+ has regenerative brakes that extend the battery life as you brake or go downhill. It can recover up to 30% of total power output, more than any other board, which increases the battery life.

The OneWheel+ has a very solid feel to it. The components are high quality and the overall build is very durable. It can hold weight up to 275 lbs, while a lot of alternatives top out at 220.

The OneWheel+ can be fully charged in only 20 minutes. At the same time, the vast majority of other boards, even with dedicated fast chargers, require at least 60-80 minutes.

Weighing 14.75lbs, this board is lightweight enough to carry along. It also has a handle in the back that makes it more convenient to pick up and hold.

You have to be prepared to be stopped by people asking what kind of board it is. It's common for people to stare at the Halo because of the unique, futuristic design.

The hub motors on this board are hidden inside the wheels, so they won't be affected by water as you're riding in the rain or over puddles. Halo Board states the wheels are 100% waterproof and the rest of the board is water resistant.

While the Halo doesn't show outstanding performance, it offers a combo of decent range and speed, perfectly sufficient for commuting and casual riding. Both 22 MPH top speed and 14-mile range are above what you'd expect from an average e-board. The Halo can also handle 25% steep inclines, while most mid-level boards don't go above 20%.

The Halo's deck is stronger than what you get from a typical wooden board. It's made from 100% T700 carbon fiber which doesn't crack or deform as wooden decks sometimes do. In general, the Halo will likely last for a long time.

Unlike belted motor boards, you can ride the Halo like a normal skateboard when the battery is drained.

There are no issues with the connection between the board and its remote, which is a pretty common problem with electric boards.

This board can be used by heavier people without much concern. The max weight capacity of the deck is 286 lbs.

You can contact the customer support team and get all your questions resolved, whether you own the board or are only thinking about getting one.

You can check how many miles you've traveled on the screen of the remote.

The braking hits the sweet spot where it isn't so sudden that it launches you forward, but neither so soft that it takes forever to stop.

The Halo is a simple and fly-looking board. Unlike many alternatives, it doesn't require a lot of attention in terms of maintenance to work smoothly.

The built-in regenerative brakes convert some of the mechanical energy back to electricity as you're slowing down.

The Halo website offers replacement parts such as front and rear wheels, the charger, and the remote control. The customer service offers more options if you call.

You don't have to worry that the battery might suddenly die on you, mid-way home from work for example. You can always check the battery level of the board on the remote's screen.

Halo provides a six month warranty that covers manufacturer defects. However, after having the board for 6 months, things really start falling off at that mark.

The remote is small and weighs half of the average cellphone.

Remote has a reverse option. That's just awesome.