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Hero Electric Photon vs Ather Rizta

Do you want to find out which scooter is the best, Hero Electric Photon or Ather Rizta? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Photon and Rizta. Hero Electric Photon Price starts at Rs.1.11 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Base and Ather Rizta Price starts at Rs.99,546 (ex-showroom) for S 2.9 kwh. Hero Electric Photon can generate 1800 W power whereas Ather Rizta can generate 4.3 power. In terms of range, Photon provides a range of 108km/charge (base model), and Rizta has a range of 123km/charge (base model). Hero Electric Photon is available in 1 colours & 2 variants whereas Ather Rizta is available in 4 colours & 6 variants.

Photon vs Rizta

Key HighlightsHero Electric PhotonAther Rizta
PriceRs.1.11 LakhRs.99,546
Engine CapacityN/AN/A
Power1800 W4.3
Mileage/Range108 km/charge123 km/charge
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Hero Electric Photon Base scooter
Base
Rs. 1.11 Lakh
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Ather Rizta S 2.9 kwh scooter
S 2.9 kwh
Rs. 99,546
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
1.16 Lakh
Price Breakup
1.04 Lakh
Price Breakup
User Rating
3.2
4.2
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
CBS
CBS
Calliper Type
-
Front Disc Size
130
200
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
Front Wheel Size
10
12
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
Rear Wheel Size
10
12
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Front Suspension
Telescopic Suspension
Telescopic
Rear Suspension
Telescopic Suspension
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
130 mm
Rear Type
Drum
Drum

Instrumentation

Riding Modes Switch
check
Touch Screen Display
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
-

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
5.45 Hours (0-80%)
Fast Charging
check
Range
108 km/charge
123 km/charge
Top Speed
45 kmph
80 kmph
Charging Socket
check
check
Configuration
-
-
Max Power
1800 W
4.3
Max Torque
-
22 Nm
Motor Power
250 W
4300 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
check
34
GPS & Navigation
Console Type
Digital
Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator
check
Engine Kill Switch

Safety

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
Halogen Bulb
LED
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
Brake Assist
CBS
CBS
Power Modes
2
Traction Control System
-

Dimensions & Capacity

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

Entertainment & Communication

MID (Multi Info Display)
-
check

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
  • 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
Cons
  • Feels dated already
  • hardware should be improved
  • Long term reliability is questionable
  • Low ground clearance
  • Plain jane design
  • 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
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Detailed Comparison of Hero Electric Photon and Ather Rizta

Safety

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

Comfort & Convenience

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

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Hero Electric Photon and Ather Rizta Owner Reviews

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    • A
      Ankit
      1 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
      5 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)
      Reply
    • VA
      Vinay Agarwal
      2 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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