Hero Electric Photon vs Hero Maestro Edge 125

Do you want to find out which scooter is the best, Hero Electric Photon or Hero Maestro Edge 125? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Photon and Maestro Edge 125. Hero Electric Photon Price starts at Rs.1.11 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Base and Hero Maestro Edge 125 Price starts at Rs.81,716 (ex-showroom) for Drum. Hero Electric Photon is N/A cylinder, N/A cc Engine can generate 1800 W power whereas Hero Maestro Edge 125 is a 1 cylinder, 124 cc Engine can generate 9 bhp @ 7000 rpm power. In terms of range, Photon provides a range of 108km/charge (base model), and Maestro Edge 125 has a mileage of 65 kmpl (base model). Hero Electric Photon is available in 3 colours & 2 variants whereas Hero Maestro Edge 125 is available in 6 colours & 5 variants.

Photon vs Maestro Edge 125

Key Highlights	Hero Electric Photon	Hero Maestro Edge 125
Price	Rs.1.11 Lakh	Rs.81,716
Engine Capacity	N/A	124.6 cc
Power	1800 W	9 bhp @ 7000 rpm
Mileage/Range	108 km/charge	65 kmpl

Hero Electric Photon

Base

Rs. 1.11 Lakh

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Hero Maestro Edge 125

Drum

Rs. 81,716

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Vida V1

Plus

Rs. 1.22 Lakh

Specifications Overview

Photon specifications	Maestro Edge 125 specifications	V1 specifications
Variant Name	Base	Drum	Plus
On Road Price	1.25 Lakh Price Breakup	91,767 Price Breakup	1.27 Lakh Price Breakup
User Rating	3.1 10 Reviews	3.9 41 Reviews	3.5 35 Reviews
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	-	5 Litres
Engine Displacement	-	124.6 cc

Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Photon Brakes, Suspension & Tyres	Maestro Edge 125 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres	V1 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Rear Wheel Size	10	10
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy	Alloy
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster	-	-	Yes
Front Wheel Size	10	12
Calliper Type	No	No	Front - 2 Piston Caliper
Braking System	CBS	IBS	CBS
Front Suspension	Telescopic Suspension	Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorber
Rear Suspension	Telescopic Suspension	Unit Swing with Spring Loaded Hydraulic Damper
Front Tyre Size	10 x 3 Inch	80/100 - 12
Rear Tyre Size	10 x 3 Inch	100/80 - 10
Front Type	Drum	Drum	Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size	130 mm	130 mm
Rear Type	Drum	Drum	Drum
Tubeless Tyres	No	Yes	Yes

Instrumentation

Photon Instrumentation	Maestro Edge 125 Instrumentation	V1 Instrumentation
Touch Screen Display	-	-	Yes
Riding Modes Switch	-	-	Yes
Tachometer	No	No	Digital
Speedometer	Digital	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Analogue	Digital	Digital

Infotainment & Communication

Photon Infotainment & Communication	Maestro Edge 125 Infotainment & Communication	V1 Infotainment & Communication
Basic Warranty	3 Years battery & motor warranty	5 Years/50000 Km	3 Years battery warranty & 5 Years motor warranty

Body & Suspension

Photon Body & Suspension	Maestro Edge 125 Body & Suspension	V1 Body & Suspension
Colors	Photon Colours	Maestro Edge 125 Colours	V1 Colours
Images	Photon Images	Maestro Edge 125 Images	V1 Images
Frame Type	Reinforced High Strength Steel Chassis	Under Bone Type	Underbone

Engine & Transmission

Photon Engine & Transmission	Maestro Edge 125 Engine & Transmission	V1 Engine & Transmission
Engine Capacity	-	124.6 cc
Engine Type	Hub Motor	Air cooled& 4-stroke& SI Engine	PMSW
No. of Cylinders	-	1
No. of valves per cylinder	Electric	-
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic
Battery Capacity	1.872 kwh	0.048 kwh	3.44 kwh
Battery Type	Lithium-ion	-	Lithium Ion
Charging Time	5 Hours	-	5 Hours 15 Minutes
Fast Charging	No	-	Yes
Range	108 km/charge	-
Top Speed	45 kmph	90 kmph	80 kmph
Max Torque	-	10.4 Nm @ 5500 rpm	25 Nm
Max Power	1800 W	9 bhp @ 7000 rpm	6000 W
Fuelling	-	Fuel Injection
Cooling type	-	Air Cooled

Comfort & Convenience

Photon Comfort & Convenience	Maestro Edge 125 Comfort & Convenience	V1 Comfort & Convenience
Riding Modes	No	No	Eco& Ride and Sports
Low Battery Indicator	Yes	-	Yes
Geo Fencing	-	-	Yes
Front Storage Box	Yes	-
Call/SMS Alerts	-	-	Yes
Average Speed Indicator	-	Yes	Yes
Pillion Footrest	Yes	Yes	Yes
Under Seat Storage	Yes	Yes	26 ltr
Console Type	Digital	Digital	Digital
Seat Style	-	-	Single
Side Stand Indicator	-	Yes
Start Type	Electric Start	Kick and Electric	Push Button Start

Safety

Photon Safety	Maestro Edge 125 Safety	V1 Safety
Hazard Warning Switch	-	-	Yes
Hazard Warning Indicator	Yes	Yes	Yes
ABS - Anti-lock braking system	No	No	No

Dimensions & Capacity

Photon Dimensions & Capacity	Maestro Edge 125 Dimensions & Capacity	V1 Dimensions & Capacity
Length	1970 mm	1843 mm
Width	745 mm	715 mm
Height	1145 mm	1139 mm
Wheelbase	1230 mm	1261 mm	1031 mm
Ground Clearance	130 mm	155 mm	155 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	-	5 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity	-	1 Litres
Body Type	-	-	Electric Scooter
Unladden/Kerb Weight	87 kg	111 kg	124 kg
Seat Height	768 mm	793 mm	780 mm

Entertainment & Communication

Photon Entertainment & Communication	Maestro Edge 125 Entertainment & Communication	V1 Entertainment & Communication
MID (Multi Info Display)	-	-	OTA enabled 7 inch TFT with Touch

Pros & Cons

Photon Pros & Cons	Maestro Edge 125 Pros & Cons	V1 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	Reliable & fuel-efficient engine Strong brand value & resale value Strong aftermarket support, cheap spare costs Hero's widespread service network is a peace of mind Easy to maintain & long-lasting setup	Feels well made, strong build quality Removable batteries a big boon Feature loaded including removable rear seat Hero's unbeatable network in India Vida owners can use Ather's grid network for charging
Cons	Feels dated already hardware should be improved Long term reliability is questionable Low ground clearance Plain jane design	Boring & bulky design Fewer features as compared to the rivals No major updates in design and engine	Limited top speed of just 82 km/h Not as quick as Ola S1 Pro, range is also lower on the Vida Slightly on the pricier side

Which Scooter Do You Like More ?

Hero Electric Photon Base

Hero Maestro Edge 125 Drum

Detailed Comparison of Hero Electric Photon and Hero Maestro Edge 125

Safety

Photon comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator. Maestro Edge 125 has Hazard Warning Indicator.

Comfort & Convenience

Hero Electric Photon has features like Under Seat Storage, Front Storage Box, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest and Hero Maestro Edge 125, on the other hand, has Average Speed Indicator, Under Seat Storage, Pillion Footrest, Side Stand Indicator.

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Hero Electric Photon and Hero Maestro Edge 125 and Vida V1 Owner Reviews

Photon Review
Maestro Edge 125 Review
V1 Review

- Ra
  Ramesh a
  1 Year ago
  Review for Hero Electric Photon
  1.0
  Very bad vehicle Service bad Brakes no good Totally hero electric Photon bike very very bad
  Likes (3)
- VA
  Vinay Agarwal
  2 Year ago
  Review for Hero Electric Photon
  1.8
  Parts is very poor quality specially Break Wire and Lock is very very poor quality and very costly
  Likes (5)
- NS
  Nilesh Sodnar
  2 Year ago
  Review for Hero Electric Photon
  1.0
  Ya photon elictric bike bhout kharab hai koi ise na kharide mere pass hai
  Likes (4)
- JR
  Julian Roy
  2 Year ago
  Review for Hero Electric Photon
  3.8
  At this pricing point, it's a fantastic scooter. It is highly beneficial to our environment, and the price of gasoline is rising every month.
  Likes (3)
- TH
  Tapan Hazra
  2 Year ago
  Review for Hero Electric Photon
  3.8
  Best option in this price segment, Environment friendly as it saves fuel. Even the looks, style and engine is quite powerful.
  Likes (4)

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Hero Electric Photon and Hero Maestro Edge 125 FAQs

What is the on-road price of Hero Electric Photon?

The on-road price of Hero Electric Photon is Rs. 1.25 Lakh in New Delhi.

What is the on-road price of Hero Maestro Edge 125?

The on-road price of Hero Maestro Edge 125 is Rs. 91,767 in New Delhi.

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Photon vs Maestro Edge 125

Specifications Overview

Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Instrumentation

Infotainment & Communication

Body & Suspension

Engine & Transmission

Comfort & Convenience

Safety

Dimensions & Capacity

Entertainment & Communication

Pros & Cons

Which Scooter Do You Like More ?

Detailed Comparison of Hero Electric Photon and Hero Maestro Edge 125

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