Both are affordable electric scooters from legacy brands, find out which one offers more tech here:
The just launched Bajaj Chetak C2501 is the newest entrant into the premium affordable electric scooter space - priced at Rs 91,399. It directly rivals the TVS Orbiter priced at Rs 1,04,900 (all prices ex-showroom Bengaluru).
Here's how they compare purely based on features:
Feature | Bajaj Chetak C2501 | TVS Orbiter |
Instrument console | Colour LCD | Colour LCD |
Bluetooth connectivity | Yes (optional TecPac) | Yes |
Call alerts | Yes (TecPac) | Yes |
Turn-by-turn navigation | No | Yes |
Music controls | Yes (TecPac) | Yes |
Cruise control | No | Yes |
Ride modes | Eco, Sports | Eco, City |
Hill-hold assist | Yes | |
Reverse mode | ||
USB charging port | ||
Combi braking system (CBS) | No | Yes |
Underseat storage | 25L | 34L |
Instrument Console & Connectivity
Both these electric scooters come with a colour LCD instrument console with Bluetooth connectivity. The TVS Orbiter offers a more connected experience, including turn-by-turn navigation, vehicle health monitoring, geo-fencing, crash alerts, and OTA (Over-The-Air) updates. The TVS scooter goes a step further by also offering cruise control.
The Bajaj Chetak C2501 keeps things simpler, offering call alerts and music control via the optional TecPac accessory (Rs 3,000). While it lacks navigation and app features, the display covers all essential ride information clearly.
Safety Features & Practicality
Neither scooter offers ABS, but the Orbiter gets CBS (Combined Braking System), although it has drum brakes at both ends. The Bajaj scooter meanwhile gets a front disc brake. Both come equipped with hill-hold assist, reverse mode, and an apron-mounted USB charging port. The Orbiter also has a larger underseat boot space at 34 litres compared to the Bajaj's 25 litres.
BikeDekho Says
If you're looking for an affordable scooter for short city commutes that also has good build quality and covers the basics well, the Bajaj Chetak C2501 is the one for you. Although its 55kmph top speed and 113km claimed range from its 2.5kWh battery pack might not be enough for some.
The TVS Orbiter meanwhile, makes more sense for buyers who want more features and have slightly longer daily commutes or have to use highway stretches for short durations. The cruise control, turn-by-turn come handy along with the higher claimed top speed and range of 68kmph and 158km (from a larger 3.1kWh battery), respectively.