Product comparison · Electric Scooters
Gotrax G4 vs Hiboy S2R Plus
The Gotrax G4 scores 5.7 and ranks 14th of 31 in Electric Scooters; the Hiboy S2R Plus scores 5.1 and ranks 27th of 31 in Electric Scooters. The G4 leads on motor, the S2R Plus on weight.
All 22 Gotrax products 
Gotrax G4
$449 · 14th of 31 in Electric Scooters
Buy Now- Motor — 7 against 4
- Battery — 3 against 2
All 17 Hiboy products 
Hiboy S2R Plus
$400 · 27th of 31 in Electric Scooters
Buy Now- Weight — 9 against 7
- Features — 8 against 6
Across everything we scored, Gotrax G4 sits 0.59 ahead — led by motor.
Verdict
G4 ahead · +0.59 (5.7 vs 5.1)Pick the Gotrax G4 when
Motor matters7vs4
Battery matters3vs2
Pick the Hiboy S2R Plus when
Weight matters9vs7
Features matters8vs6
Scored 19 October 2026 from published specs and owner reviews. We don't buy or test units. How we score
Usability Gotrax G4 and Hiboy S2R Plus, scored 0 to 10
MotorGotrax G4: 7 (higher)Hiboy S2R Plus: 4
Gotrax G4
- 500 W nominal rear hub
Hiboy S2R Plus
- 350 W nominal hub
- Peak: 500 W claimed, not scored
WeightGotrax G4: 7Hiboy S2R Plus: 9 (higher)
Gotrax G4
- 37 lb
- Load: manual 220 lb, store 264 lb
Hiboy S2R Plus
- 31.5 lb
FeaturesGotrax G4: 6Hiboy S2R Plus: 8 (higher)
Gotrax G4
- one-step fold, head and tail lights, display, cruise control
- Water: IPX4 stated, below the IPX5 point
Hiboy S2R Plus
- one-step fold, lights, app lock, display, cruise control, swappable battery
- Water: IPX4 scooter and IPX5 battery stated, below the IPX5 point for the scooter
BatteryGotrax G4: 3 (higher)Hiboy S2R Plus: 2
Gotrax G4
- 374 Wh (36 V, 10.4 Ah) on the commuter scooter ladder
Hiboy S2R Plus
- 313 Wh (36 V, 8.7 Ah) on the commuter scooter ladder
Same score
Ride HardwareGotrax G4: 3Hiboy S2R Plus: 3
Gotrax G4
- rear disc and front electromagnetic brake, no suspension, 10-inch tires
Hiboy S2R Plus
- disc brake, no suspension, 9-inch air tires
VerificationGotrax G4: 6Hiboy S2R Plus: 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 S2R Plus
- UL certificate UL-US-2405458-0 names S2R Plus; 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, S2R Plus, S3-P, Freeman IT Limited
- Record: UL Product iQ, ANSI/CAN/UL 2272, S2R Plus, Shenzhen Freeman IT Limited
Warranty & SupportGotrax G4: 3Hiboy S2R Plus: 3
Gotrax G4
- one year (price paid under $499)
Hiboy S2R Plus
- one year on battery and motor
Not scored for either
- ValueGotrax G4: not scoredHiboy S2R Plus: not scored
Social score about the Gotrax G4 and the Hiboy S2R Plus
RedditGotrax G4: 5 (higher)Hiboy S2R Plus: 3
The Hiboy S2R Plus reading covers its product line.
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 S2R Plus
Read the full summary
- Product-line. 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)
GoogleGotrax G4: 8 (higher)Hiboy S2R Plus: 6
The Hiboy S2R Plus reading covers its product line.
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 S2R Plus
Read the full summary
- Product-line.
- 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)
YouTubeGotrax G4: 6Hiboy S2R Plus: not scored
The Gotrax G4 reading covers the whole brand; no usable source for the Hiboy S2R Plus.
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 S2R Plus
Nothing recorded.
AmazonGotrax G4: 6Hiboy S2R Plus: 6
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 S2R Plus
Read the full summary
- Product.
- Amazon US listing for the S2R Plus (from Hiboy, sold by Amazon.com) averages 4.1 stars from 198 ratings (Sep 2026)
Gotrax G4 vs Hiboy S2R Plus: 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 S2R Plus
Overall score 5.1Strengths
- 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
Gotrax G4 vs Hiboy S2R Plus: the numbers
Price, scores and rank, then only the specs that differ. Green marks the side with more.
Same on both
- CommuterType
- Not listedE-bike class
- Up to 400 WhBattery
- 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
- NoneSuspension
- FoldsFolding
- UL 2272 listedSafety listings
- 1 YearWarranty
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Gotrax G4 vs Hiboy S2R Plus: common questions
Is the Gotrax G4 better than the Hiboy S2R Plus?
On our scores, the Gotrax G4 is ahead, 5.7 against 5.1. The Gotrax G4 leads on motor (7 against 4) and battery (3 against 2). The Hiboy S2R Plus leads on weight (9 against 7) and features (8 against 6).
Which is cheaper, the Gotrax G4 or the Hiboy S2R Plus?
The Hiboy S2R Plus, at $400 against $449: $49 less.
What do owners say about the Gotrax G4 and the Hiboy S2R Plus?
Across 3 independent sources scored for both, the Gotrax G4 is ahead on Reddit and Google; Amazon is level.
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Scores calculated 19 October 2026 · Products excluded where fewer than two independent sources cover them · · How we score