In everyday language, "hoverboard" refers to two-wheeled self-balancing scooters. While they don't levitate, they are the most accessible form of this technology for daily travel. Hoverboard® Official - The Ultimate Ride-on Toy Store

For fans of Back to the Future , the "real hoverboard" remains a holy grail of technology. While true free-floating boards that work over any surface are still largely experimental, there are several "real" options available depending on your definition of hovering.

If your goal is a board that actually levitates using magnetic force, you are looking for technology. These boards require a specific metal surface (usually copper or aluminum) to work. Crealev Maglev Boards Go to product viewer dialog for this item. : Crealev

For those who want to fly through the air rather than just hover over a track, jet-powered or water-powered "hoverboards" are the closest commercial reality. Zapata Flyboard Air

produces limited-edition floating display boards, often modeled after the iconic pink Mattel board from the films. They have even produced full-scale levitating boards for specialized exhibitions. Hendo Hoverboard