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Hero Electric Photon vs Simple Energy Simple One

Do you want to find out which scooter is the best, Hero Electric Photon or Simple Energy Simple One? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Photon and Simple One. Hero Electric Photon Price starts at Rs.1.11 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Base and Simple Energy Simple One Price starts at Rs.1.66 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Gen 1.5. Hero Electric Photon can generate 1800 W power whereas Simple Energy Simple One can generate 8500 W power. In terms of range, Photon provides a range of 108km/charge (base model), and Simple One has a range of 248km/charge (base model). Hero Electric Photon is available in 1 colours & 2 variants whereas Simple Energy Simple One is available in 6 colours & 3 variants.

Photon vs Simple One

Key HighlightsHero Electric PhotonSimple One
PriceRs.1.11 LakhRs.1.66 Lakh
Engine CapacityN/AN/A
Power1800 W8500 W
Mileage/Range108 km/charge248 km/charge
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Hero Electric Photon Base scooter
Base
Rs. 1.11 Lakh
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Simple One Gen 1.5 scooter
Gen 1.5
Rs. 1.66 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
1.16 Lakh
Price Breakup
1.73 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 3 Piston Rear 1 Piston
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
TelescopiSuspension
TelescopiFork
Rear Suspension
Telescopic Suspension
MoNo Shock
Front Tyre Size
10 x 3 Inch
90/90 - R12
Rear Tyre Size
10 x 3 Inch
90/90 - R12
Front Type
Drum
Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size
130 mm
190 mm
Rear Type
Drum
Disc

Instrumentation

Riding Modes Switch
check
Touch Screen Display
check
Fuel level guage
-
Tachometer
Digital
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 Battery & 3 Years Motor

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Reinforced High Strength Steel Chassis
Tubular

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
5 kwh
Battery Type
Lithium Ion
Lithium Ion
Charging Time
5 hr
3 hr
Fast Charging
check
Range
108 km/charge
248 km/charge
Top Speed
45 kmph
105 kmph
Bore x Stroke
-
47 mm x 63.1 mm
Charging Socket
check
check
Configuration
-
-
Max Power
1800 W
8500 W
Max Torque
-
72 Nm

Comfort & Convenience

Average Speed Indicator
check
Call/SMS Alerts
check
Front Storage Box
check
-
Geo Fencing
check
Low Battery Indicator
check
check
Low Oil Indicator
-
Pillion Backrest
Pillion Footrest
check
check
Riding Modes
4
Under Seat Storage
check
30
GPS & Navigation
check
Console Type
Digital
Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator
check
Engine Kill Switch
check
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital

Safety

Hazard Warning Indicator
check
check
Hazard Warning Switch
Radial Tyres
Pass Light
check
check
Pillion Grabrail
check
check
Turn Signal
Halogen Bulb
LED
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
Brake Assist
CBS
CBS
Power Modes
4

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
1970 mm
1900 mm
Width
745 mm
758 mm
Height
1145 mm
1163 mm
Wheelbase
1230 mm
1335 mm
Ground Clearance
130 mm
164.5 mm
Body Type
-
Electric Scooters
Seat Height
768 mm
796 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight
87 kg
137 kg

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
  • Looks stylish and has good road presence
  • Quality is at par with the rivals
  • Riding position and comfort is very good
  • Flat footboard and big storage space are helpful
  • Long range leads to less recharge cycles
  • Braking is strong and inspires confidence
Cons
  • Feels dated already
  • hardware should be improved
  • Long term reliability is questionable
  • Low ground clearance
  • Plain jane design
  • Slim to no service centers across country
  • Range drop is more than expected in Sonic mode
  • Handling doesn’t inspire confidence
  • Ride quality is firm and not suitable for family use
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Detailed Comparison of Hero Electric Photon and Simple One

Safety

Photon comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail. Simple One has Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator.

Comfort & Convenience

Hero Electric Photon has features like Front Storage Box, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Under Seat Storage, USB Charger Port and Simple Energy Simple One, on the other hand, has Low Battery Indicator, Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Geo Fencing, Pillion Footrest, GPS & Navigation, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, USB Charger Port, Engine Kill Switch.

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Hero Electric Photon and Simple One Owner Reviews

  • Photon Review
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    • A
      Ankit
      22 Feb 2025
      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
      4 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)
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    • 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
      2 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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