Hiboy S2R Plus Commuter Electric Scooter

  • Up to 400 Wh
  • Up to 25 mi claimed
  • Up to 250 lb max load
  • Up to 20 mph

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A very light folding commuter with a removable 313 Wh battery and 9-inch air tires, for short trips and indoor charging.

$400

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SKU: S2R-Plus-8038001 Category: Brand:

Usability

5.1 out of 10
  • Water: IPX4 scooter and IPX5 battery stated, below the IPX5 point for the scooter
  • Searched: UL Solutions certificate (brand-hosted) UL Certipedia Intertek SGS TÜV SÜD CPSC Health Canada
  • Record: UL Solutions certificate (brand-hosted), ANSI/CAN/UL 2272, S2R Plus, S3-P, Freeman IT Limited
  • Record: UL Product iQ, ANSI/CAN/UL 2272, S2R Plus, Shenzhen Freeman IT Limited
  • Kit: With 3L Scooter Bag $419.99

Strengths

  • Battery lifts out to charge indoors
  • Very light to carry
  • Air tires soften small bumps
  • App lock and cruise control built in
  • Folds in one step for trains and offices

Drawbacks

  • Small battery limits range
  • No suspension on rough roads
  • Only one year of warranty
  • Spare battery costs extra
  • Small wheels feel rough on cracks
Verdict

A very light commuter with a removable battery, but short range

Social score

5.0 out of 10
RedditProduct-line3 out of 10

r/ElectricScooters: an owner of the earlier S2R reports a bumpy ride, a battery problem, tires worn smooth and a broken throttle within a year (Dec 2022)

GoogleProduct-line6 out of 10

TechGearLab (bought unit) measured the sibling S2 Pro at 17.1 mi of range and 17.3 mph and found its rear suspension stiff under braking (Sep 2026)

YouTubeNot scored

The YouTube pool is blank: the Hiboy scooter videos found carry Hiboy discount codes or loaned units without a stated tie and a readable verdict (October 2026).

Amazon6 out of 10

Amazon US listing for the S2R Plus (from Hiboy, sold by Amazon.com) averages 4.1 stars from 198 ratings (Sep 2026)

User reviewsNot scored

The retailer pool is blank: Best Buy's 8 reviews all carry its Incentivized badge and Walmart's 9 written Hiboy Store reviews are all flagged as incentivized; Best Buy, Walmart, Costco, Sam's Club, Home Depot, Lowe's and Dick's were read; Target's site was behind a bot check (October 2026).

Trustpilot

On Trustpilot, hiboy.com holds 4.8 from 2,379 reviews, 88% five-star and 5% one-star, on a claimed profile that invites customers to review (October 2026).

Track record
  • BBB lists Hiboy Intelligent Inc of Glendora, California, as not accredited with an F rating and 10 complaints closed in the last three years (October 2026).
  • Searches of CPSC and Health Canada found no recall or warning naming a Hiboy scooter, e-bike or battery (October 2026).
Not countedExcluded

Not counted in any pool: Hiboy's own store reviews and Q&A, its YouTube, Facebook and TikTok channels, its affiliate and referral programs, and reviews collected through its store invitations.

Specs

  • TypeCommuter
  • E-Bike ClassNot applicable
  • BatteryUp to 400 Wh
  • MotorSingle motor
  • Top SpeedUp to 20 mph
  • Claimed RangeUp to 25 mi
  • WeightUp to 40 lb
  • Max Rider LoadUp to 250 lb
  • BrakesMechanical disc
  • SuspensionNone
  • FoldingFolds
  • CertificationsUL 2272 listed
  • Warranty1 Year

At a glance

  • Battery locks with a key
  • Split hub for tire changes
  • Folded height 18.9 in
  • The HIBOY trademark is registered to Freeman Investment Holding Limited of Shenzhen, China.
  • Hiboy's contact page gives its headquarters only as "CA, USA".
  • Hiboy electric scooters and e-bikes are sold in the US on the brand's own store, hiboy.com.
  • Hiboy also sells through its Amazon brand store.
  • Its scooters also appear at US retailers including Best Buy and Walmart.
  • Hiboy sells a range that runs from adult e-bikes and seated scooters to kids' dirt bikes.
  • Best Buy sells a handful of Hiboy scooters and e-bikes directly, Costco sells the U2 Pro, and Walmart carries the range through the brand's own Hiboy Store, while Sam's Club, Home Depot, Lowe's and Dick's showed no Hiboy rides (October 2026).

The Hiboy S2R Plus is a folding commuter scooter with a removable, key-locked 36 V, 8.7 Ah battery of 313 Wh and a 350 W motor (500 W peak). It has a disc brake with an electronic brake, no suspension and 9-inch air-filled tires on a split hub for easier tire changes.

It weighs 31.5 lb and is rated for a 220 lb rider, with an IPX4 scooter and an IPX5 battery. The maker claims 19 mph and up to 22 miles of range, or about 44 miles with a spare battery sold separately. It measures 44.1 x 16.9 x 49.2 in unfolded and 18.9 in tall folded, and charges in 5 to 6 hours.

The listing also sells it with a 3L scooter bag for $419.99.

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