We have compared both the scooters in detail and here's which one you should get:

Price & Variants

• The Rs 1 lakh electric scooter market is quite a hot and competitive one as of now, and that's exactly why both Bajaj and TVS have priced their scooters very competitively. The Rs 5,171 you'll save by getting the Chetak over the iQube could be put down towards its service fund.

• It's a tie in terms of their prices, for both brands have been spot on in their pricing.

• Both scooters also have some lovely colour schemes on offer, which are more than just the usual basic ones we see. The Chetak's yellow colour scheme looks very pretty while the iQube looks quite nice in white.

Dimensions & Design

• The Bajaj Chetak 3001 is a physically bigger scooter than the iQube and that's visible in all the aspects. It's longer, wider, taller and heavier. On the whole, the iQube 2.2kWh does come across like it was made to be the more accessible of the two, something everyone in the family can ride.

• While the Chetak isn't exactly inaccessible, it's bigger for sure. And then there's the all-metal body, which makes it feel like the better-built scooter but also the heavier of the two.

• In terms of design, the Chetak edges ahead. The iQube looks a bit plain and will blend into the sea of commuters quite well. And if that's your thing, that's great because the iQube looks quite subtle. The Chetak, on the other hand, looks beautifully retro. The curves are in contrast to the edgy scooters we're seeing nowadays, and we've always loved the way the Chetak looks.

Features & Safety

• If we talk about features from a sense of premiumness, the iQube 2.2kWh has the upper hand. Its TFT console looks a lot more premium than the Chetak's basic-looking LCD console.

• But if we talk about features in terms of their functionality, the Chetak seems to be packing just a little bit more. While it's not a massive difference, the Bajaj electric scooter packs hill hold, which we think is an extremely useful feature, one that you'll actually use.

Battery, Motor & Performance

• The Bajaj Chetak is clearly the more commuting-oriented scooter of the two. It compromises on its top speed but gives substantially more range. A 127km certified figure means you should get around 100km in your everyday riding, and that should last you almost a week, unless your everyday commutes are very long.

• The Chetak's motor is also a more easygoing unit, and while it's not particularly slow, it's definitely on the gentle side of things.

• Now, the iQube is definitely not sporty, but when compared to the Chetak, it sure is a bit more fun. It has a higher top speed, and the motor feels a bit more responsive. So along with all the practicality, if you want a bit of fun on the side, the iQube is up for it.

Verdict

Both the Bajaj Chetak 3001 and the TVS iQube 2.2kWh are very good scooters, and honestly, you won't go wrong if you choose either of them. They're accessible and reliable electric scooters which will prove to be easy on the pocket thanks to the sheer savings in fuel money. Where we can split hairs is maybe the fun aspect of it. If the scooter's going to be ridden around more by the younger people in the house, they'll enjoy the bit of fun that's hidden under the iQube's practicality. Be it the performance or the handling, that scooter will put a smile on your face.

But if the scooter is ridden more by the elders, they will be drawn towards the Chetak. It's a bit more easy going, and even more importantly, looks beautiful. Our parents love metal-body scooters, and hence the Chetak is something they'll fancy.

Comparisons With Other Rivals:

Bajaj Chetak is more stylish electric scooter than iQube S, which now also has a lot of features.

Get the Ather Rizta S if you want a larger, more premium-feeling electric scooter

While the Rizta Z has more features and range, the Chetak is a bit more comfortable than the Rizta

The Chetak is the more reliable scooter than Ola S1X 3kWh.

The Ola S1 Pro 4kWh might have a lot more range but the reliability issue which have plagued it aren't encouraging

The Vida VX2 Plus has a higher range figure and removable batteries, both of which add to the convenience

The Vida V2 Pro has a higher range figure so that should be the scooter for you if range is your number one priority

The River Indie is the more bare- bones scooter, but which is also more functional given the sheer amount of storage space on offer

While the Ampere Nexus ST turned out to be a nice scooter, the Chetak's more reliable brand name isn't something it can beat.