How Fast Can Powered Shoes Go?
Speed capabilities of powered footwear vary by product. Here's what we know from publicly available information.
Speed is one of the main reasons people are interested in powered shoes. Here's what publicly available information tells us about how fast these devices can go.
Known Speed Claims
Shift Robotics Moonwalkers — Shift Robotics claims Moonwalkers can reach speeds up to 7 mph (approximately 11 km/h). This should be verified against current manufacturer documentation.
Other products — Most other powered footwear products have not published specific top speed figures. Dephy Sidekick and Nike Project Amplify speed specifications are not publicly available.
Context: How Fast Is That?
For comparison:
- Average walking speed: 3–4 mph
- Brisk walking: 4–5 mph
- Moonwalkers claim: up to 7 mph
- Jogging: 5–7 mph
- Electric scooters: 15–25 mph common
Powered shoes are designed to make walking significantly faster, not to match scooter or bicycle speeds.
Factors That Affect Speed
- Surface conditions — Smooth, flat surfaces enable maximum speed
- User weight and gait — Individual factors may affect performance
- Battery level — Speed may reduce as battery depletes
- Software limits — Manufacturers may cap speed for safety
Speed vs Safety
Higher speed increases the importance of control and braking capability. Users should understand their device's speed limits and practice managing speed in safe environments.
See our product database for speed information on specific products, and our comparison pages for speed comparisons between categories.
