Product comparison · Electric Scooters
Gotrax G4 vs Hiboy S2 Pro
The Gotrax G4 scores 5.7 and ranks 14th of 31 in Electric Scooters; the Hiboy S2 Pro scores 5.5 and ranks 20th of 31 in Electric Scooters. The G4 leads on weight, the S2 Pro on ride hardware.
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Hiboy S2 Pro
$423 · 20th of 31 in Electric Scooters
Buy Now- Ride Hardware — 4 against 3
Across everything we scored, Gotrax G4 sits 0.14 ahead — led by weight.
Verdict
G4 ahead · +0.14 (5.7 vs 5.5)Pick the Gotrax G4 when
Weight matters7vs6
Pick the Hiboy S2 Pro when
Ride hardware matters4vs3
Features matters7vs6
Battery matters4vs3
Scored 19 October 2026 from published specs and owner reviews. We don't buy or test units. How we score
Most common complaints
Gotrax G4
Overall score 5.7- weak brakes
- rear-only brake
- rear flats
Hiboy S2 Pro
Overall score 5.5- snapped throttle
- stiff rear suspension
- battery failure after warranty
From each product's own owner reviews and retailer ratings.
Usability Gotrax G4 and Hiboy S2 Pro, scored 0 to 10
BatteryGotrax G4: 3Hiboy S2 Pro: 4 (higher)
Gotrax G4
- 374 Wh (36 V, 10.4 Ah) on the commuter scooter ladder
Hiboy S2 Pro
- 418 Wh (36 V, 11.6 Ah) on the commuter scooter ladder
Ride HardwareGotrax G4: 3Hiboy S2 Pro: 4 (higher)
Gotrax G4
- rear disc and front electromagnetic brake, no suspension, 10-inch tires
Hiboy S2 Pro
- rear disc brake, dual rear springs, 10-inch honeycomb solid tires
WeightGotrax G4: 7 (higher)Hiboy S2 Pro: 6
Gotrax G4
- 37 lb
- Load: manual 220 lb, store 264 lb
Hiboy S2 Pro
- 39.7 lb in the manual
- Store: 37.4 lb on the product page and 36.3 lb on the comparison page
FeaturesGotrax G4: 6Hiboy S2 Pro: 7 (higher)
Gotrax G4
- one-step fold, head and tail lights, display, cruise control
- Water: IPX4 stated, below the IPX5 point
Hiboy S2 Pro
- one-step fold, lights, app lock, display, cruise control
- Water: IPX4 stated, below the IPX5 point
Same score
MotorGotrax G4: 7Hiboy S2 Pro: 7
Gotrax G4
- 500 W nominal rear hub
Hiboy S2 Pro
- 500 W nominal rear hub
- Peak: 600 W claimed, not scored
VerificationGotrax G4: 6Hiboy S2 Pro: 6
Gotrax G4
- UL Product iQ FKIS.E497683 (OEM Zhejiang Taotao) lists G4 under UL 2272
- Searched: UL Certipedia Intertek SGS TÜV SÜD CPSC Health Canada
- Record: UL Product iQ, ANSI/CAN/UL 2272, G142 G4, ZHEJIANG TAOTAO VEHICLES CO., LTD
Hiboy S2 Pro
- UL certificate UL-US-2424320-0 names S2 Pro; listed under Freeman IT FKIS.E535405
- 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, S2 Pro, S6 (S2 Pro identical to S6 except model name), Freeman IT Limited
- Record: UL Product iQ, ANSI/CAN/UL 2272, S2 Pro, Shenzhen Freeman IT Limited
Warranty & SupportGotrax G4: 3Hiboy S2 Pro: 3
Gotrax G4
- one year (price paid under $499)
Hiboy S2 Pro
- one year on battery and motor
Not scored for either
- ValueGotrax G4: not scoredHiboy S2 Pro: not scored
Social score about the Gotrax G4 and the Hiboy S2 Pro
RedditGotrax G4: 5 (higher)Hiboy S2 Pro: 4
Gotrax G4
Liked
- top speed
- solid build
- range
Complaints
- weak brakes
- rear flats
- build quality
Read the full summary
- r/ElectricScooters: owners say the G4 hits 20 mph with a 190 lb rider and feels solid, but the brakes are weak and rear tubes go flat; one returned it after three weeks (Nov 2022)
- Product. r/ElectricScooters: a G4 owner near 1,000 miles praises speed and range but changed the rear tube three times in the first 100 miles (Dec 2023)
Hiboy S2 Pro
Complaints
- snapped throttle
- battery failure after warranty
- support dispute
Read the full summary
- r/ElectricScooters: an owner reports a snapped throttle after a year and a battery failure quoted at $185 once the one-year warranty ended (Sep 2023)
- an owner reports a dispute with support that ended in a refund offer (Aug 2025)
GoogleGotrax G4: 8 (higher)Hiboy S2 Pro: 6
Gotrax G4
Liked
- range
- ride comfort
- top speed
Complaints
- rear-only brake
- slow start
Read the full summary
- Product.
- TechGearLab (bought units, repurchased Dec 2024): 22 mi measured range, 19.8 mph, 37.8 lb, Top Pick, 73 points (Aug 2021)|Product.
- RiderGuide (affiliate links and code, unit source not stated): 20.0 mph, 14.6 mi range in its fastest mode, 21.5 ft stop from 15 mph (Oct 2020)
Hiboy S2 Pro
Liked
- measured range near claims for its class
Complaints
- stiff rear suspension
Read the full summary
- Product.
- TechGearLab (bought unit) measured 17.1 mi of range and 17.3 mph and found the rear suspension stiff, especially under braking (Sep 2026)|Consumer Reports (buys its units) tested the S2 Pro among 13 scooters; its score is members-only (Aug 2026)
YouTubeGotrax G4: 6Hiboy S2 Pro: not scored
The Gotrax G4 reading covers the whole brand; no usable source for the Hiboy S2 Pro.
Gotrax G4
Read the full summary
- Brand-level.
- Cars Made Simple (unit sent by Gotrax, stated) found the GX1 a good first dual-motor scooter with about 20 miles of real range (Nov 2024)|Brand-level.
- The Thoughtful Woodworker (Amazon affiliate links) found the A7 seated scooter quick and comfortable (Jul 2025)
Hiboy S2 Pro
Nothing recorded.
AmazonGotrax G4: 6Hiboy S2 Pro: 7 (higher)
The Gotrax G4 reading covers the whole brand.
Gotrax G4
Read the full summary
- Brand-level.
- Gotrax scooter listings on Amazon: GXL V2 4.3 from 3.4K ratings, Eclipse Ultra 4.2 from 1,904 with 13% one-star, A5 seated 4.5 from 663 (Oct 2026)
Hiboy S2 Pro
Read the full summary
- Product.
- Amazon US listing for the S2 Pro (from Hiboy, sold by Amazon.com) averages 4.3 stars from 5,737 ratings, 72% five-star and 9% one-star (Oct 2026)
Unless a row says otherwise, both readings are about these exact models.
Gotrax G4 vs Hiboy S2 Pro: pros and cons
Gotrax G4
Overall score 5.7Strengths
- Light enough to carry upstairs
- Buying testers rated it highly
- Folds in one step
- Digital lock on the display
- Cruise control eases long rides
Drawbacks
- Rear disc is the only friction brake
- Small battery
- No suspension on the Original
- Tire type stated two ways
- One year of warranty despite the store badge
Hiboy S2 Pro
Overall score 5.5Strengths
- Tires never go flat
- App lock and cruise control built in
- Folds in one step for trains and offices
- Replacement parts sold by the maker
- Bright lights front and rear plus side lights
Drawbacks
- Solid tires ride hard on rough pavement
- Rear suspension feels stiff
- Only one year of warranty
- Weight stated two ways by the maker
- Owners report throttle and battery failures
Gotrax G4 vs Hiboy S2 Pro: the numbers
Price, scores and rank, then only the specs that differ. Green marks the side with more.
- BatteryGotraxUp to 400 WhHiboy More401-600 Wh
- SuspensionGotraxNoneHiboyRear
Same on both
- CommuterType
- Not listedE-bike class
- Single motorMotor
- Up to 20 mphTop speed (claimed)
- Up to 25 miRange (claimed)
- Up to 40 lbWeight
- Up to 250 lbMax rider load
- Mechanical discBrakes
- FoldsFolding
- UL 2272 listedSafety listings
- 1 YearWarranty
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- Battery: Up to 400 Wh vs 401-600 Wh
- Brakes: Drum vs mechanical disc
Gotrax G4 vs Hiboy S2 Pro: common questions
Is the Gotrax G4 better than the Hiboy S2 Pro?
On our scores, the Gotrax G4 is ahead, 5.7 against 5.5. The Gotrax G4 leads on weight (7 against 6). The Hiboy S2 Pro leads on ride hardware (4 against 3), battery (4 against 3) and features (7 against 6).
Which is cheaper, the Gotrax G4 or the Hiboy S2 Pro?
The Hiboy S2 Pro, at $423 against $449: $26 less.
Which has the bigger battery, the Gotrax G4 or the Hiboy S2 Pro?
The Hiboy S2 Pro: rated 401-600 Wh, against Up to 400 Wh for the Gotrax G4.
What do owners say about the Gotrax G4 and the Hiboy S2 Pro?
Across 3 independent sources scored for both, the Gotrax G4 is ahead on Reddit and Google; the Hiboy S2 Pro is ahead on Amazon.
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Scores calculated 19 October 2026 · Products excluded where fewer than two independent sources cover them · · How we score