Buying a folding scooter means you could reduce the volume taken vs unfolded. But the result is not always performing. Most of the time, you’ll need to handle an inconvenient mechanism to fold it. To be clear, it’s a pain you don’t need when you commute.
Regarding the most famous scooters sold (maybe you have one, no problem bro’) they are more or less folding. We can admit they can be fold very quickly (usually 5 to 10 sec) but they have a big problem. When folded, they still fill in a big space. Not compatible with commuting! Simone has been conceived to be really folding. It means she won’t take a lot of space when folded. And for us, it’s essential…
If you’re not convinced, look at this picture, it shows what space is taken by standard models (the most sold), the best one on the market for the moment, and Simone.