Do you remember hoverboards? They were quite expensive. They weren't actually hoverboards. There were serious fire problems with them. Lime scooters have replaced them completely.
In reality, hoverboards are two-wheeled self-balancing scooters. That doesn't exactly roll off the tongue well. During the peak of their popularity a few years ago, most retailers stopped selling them due to recalls and regulatory warnings. In a way, the whole category of products died.
Not really. If you see them at a major retailer, they're probably UL-certified. The deal today proves that they are no longer $400 and up. Just $99.99!
Although hoverboards aren't as practical as Lime scooters (or similar devices), they're still a lot of fun. Since I've owned one for a few years, I've noticed that kids of all ages enjoy it. Walking up and down the driveway, along the sidewalks, and so on is all they do.
Since it has a training mode that limits the speed, it is particularly kid-friendly. It is most likely that a kid will crash when they go too fast, turn too sharply, and fly off the bike. (Training mode or not: helmets please. Perhaps gloves to protect their hands?)
Honestly, I wouldn't spend $400, $300, or even $200 on one of these, but $99? Is that really enough for a kid who just wants wheeled feet? Certainly. Excellent present.