Ather 450 Apex vs Simple Wave

Last Updated: October 30, 2026

Simple Wave price starts at Rs. 1.10 Lakh, which is Rs. 79,947 cheaper than the base variant of Ather 450 Apex, priced at Rs. 1.90 Lakh. In terms of range, the 450 Apex offers a claimed 165 km/charge, while the Wave delivers 110 km/charge. On the performance front, the 450 Apex uses a 3.5 Kwh battery and the Wave a 2.2 Kwh battery. If you're deciding between the 450 Apex and Wave, the 450 Apex is the better pick for range, while the Wave stands out for affordability.

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450 Apex vs Wave Comparison Summary

Specification Ather 450 ApexSimple Wave
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.90 LakhRs. 1.10 Lakh
Range 165 km/charge110 km/charge
Battery capacity 3.5 Kwh2.2 Kwh
Charging time 5.15 HrNot Available
Kerb weight 111.6 KgNot Available

450 Apex vs Wave Key Highlights

Basic Info Ather 450 Apex IDC 157 KMSimple Energy Wave S EBN - 2.2 kWh
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Brand Name Ather Simple Energy
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.90 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.10 Lakh Check On Road Price
Fuel Type Electric Electric
Colors
Ather Energy 450 Apex Colors
Simple Energy Wave Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Combi Brake System
Wheel Size Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm Front :-12 Inch,Rear :-12 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Range 165 km/charge 110 km/charge
Charging Time 5.15 Hr Not Available
Starting Push Button Start Push Button Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
Insurance Rs. 8,118 450 Apex Insurance Rs. 6,532 Wave Insurance
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Claimed Top Speed
100 km/Hr
70 km/Hr
Wheel Torque
Not Available
179 mm
Motor Torque
26 Nm
Not Available
Battery Swap Capability
Not Available
No
Motor Waterproofing Rating
IP66
IP67
Dedicated Charger Compartment
Not Available
Yes
Charger Warranty
3 Years
2 Years
No. Of Batteries
1
Not Available
Continuous Power
Not Available
3.5 Kw
Drive Type
Belt Drive
Chain Drive
Battery Warranty
3 Years or 30,000 Km
3 Years or 30,000 Km
Motor Warranty
Not Available
3 Years or 30,000 Km
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Drum
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
Combi Brake System

0-40 Kmph (sec)
2.9s
3.3s
Acceleration 0-40 kmph (sec)
2.9s
3.3s
Scooter Speed
high
high
Claimed Top Speed (Mode 1)
Not Available
56 kmph (EcoX)

Suspension-Front
Telescopic forks
Telescopic
Suspension-Rear
Symmetrically mounted progressive monoshock
Progressive Twin shock

Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-12,Rear :-100/80-12
Front :-90/90-12 Rear :-90/90-12
Wheel Size
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm
Front :-12 Inch,Rear :-12 Inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Seat Length
Not Available
920 mm
Front Storage Compartment
Not Available
Yes
Wheelbase
1296 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
170 mm
Not Available
Kerb Weight
111.6 Kg
Not Available
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
200 mm
220 mm
Rear Brake Size
190 mm
130 mm

Battery Type
Li-ion
Li-ion
Motor Type
PMSM
PMSM
Motor Power
7 kW
4.5 kW
Claimed range
165 km/charge
110 km/charge
Charging network / Battery swapping network
Yes
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Regenerative braking
Yes
Yes
Roadside assistance
Not Available
Optional
Anti-theft alert
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Conventional Charging Time
5 Hours 15 Minutes
Not Available
Range (Mode 1)
125 Km/Charge
Not Available
Range (Mode 2)
105 Km/Charge
Not Available
Range (Mode 3)
95 Km/Charge
Not Available
Removable Battery
Not Available
No
Range
165 km/charge
110 km/charge
Fast Charging
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Fast Charging Time
Not Available
3 Hrs 30 min (80%)
Charging at Home
Yes
Yes
Battery Capacity
3.5 Kwh
2.2 Kwh
Charging Time
5.15 Hr
Not Available
Charging Time(0-80%)
3 Hrs 12 Min
1 Hrs 10 min
Seat Opening Switch
Yes
Not Available
Boot Light
Not Available
Yes

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Not Available
Tubular Steel
Digital Display Type
TFT
LCD
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Yes
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
SmartEco,Eco,Ride,Sport,Warp
EcoX,Eco,Ride
Traction Control
Yes
No
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
Keyfob
Yes
Not Available
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
OTA Updates
Yes
Not Available
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
2 GB RAM, 16 GB Storage, Interactive UI, AutoHold, Magic Twist, Optimised Charging, Auto Indicator cut-off, Guide-me-home lights, Emergency Stop Signal, Dashboard auto brightness, ParkSafe, Tow Notifications, Find my scooter, Ride Stats, Push Navigation, Alexa skills, Savings tracker, Pothole+ Alerts, LockSafe, Inter-city Trip Planner, Ping my scooter, Whatsapp on dashboard, Call decline with text
  Pill Storage, Welcome Lights, Exit Lights - Guide me home, Brightness, Limp Home Mode , Crawl Mode, SOC Display, WhatsApp on Dashboard, Speedometer Calibration
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Navigation Type
Full Maps Navigation
Turn-by-turn
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Fall Alert
Yes
Yes
Body
Not Available
Metal
Reverse Assist
Yes
Yes
Telematics
Yes
Not Available
Touch Screen Display
Yes
Not Available
Battery Percentage
Yes
Yes
Document Storage
Yes
Yes
Body Type
Electric Scooters
Electric Scooters
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Yes
Internet Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Starting
Push Button Start
Push Button Start
Seat Type
Single
Single
Operating System
Android
Not Available
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Processor
Snapdragon 212
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Charging Station Locator
Yes
Not Available
Gradeability
20°
Not Available
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Carry hook
Yes
Yes
Underseat storage
22 L
70 L
Charger Output
900 W
Not Available
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 30,000 Km
3 Years or 30,000 Km
Extended Warranty
Not Available
5 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
30000

Pros and Cons

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Ather 450 Apex
  • Gets great performance
  • Packed to the brim with features
  • Handles like a charm
Ather 450 Apex
  • The scooter is priced exorbitantly
  • Under seat storage is less when compared to rivals
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