Product comparison · Electric Scooters
Hiboy S2 Pro vs Gotrax G3 MAX
The Hiboy S2 Pro scores 5.5 and ranks 20th of 31 in Electric Scooters; the Gotrax G3 MAX scores 5.4 and ranks 22nd of 31 in Electric Scooters. The S2 Pro leads on features, the G3 MAX on weight.
All 17 Hiboy products 
Hiboy S2 Pro
$423 · 20th of 31 in Electric Scooters
Buy Now- Features — 7 against 3
All 22 Gotrax products 
Gotrax G3 MAX
$489 · 22nd of 31 in Electric Scooters
Buy Now- Weight — 7 against 6
Across everything we scored, Hiboy S2 Pro sits 0.14 ahead — led by features.
Verdict
S2 Pro ahead · +0.14 (5.5 vs 5.4)Pick the Hiboy S2 Pro when
Features matters7vs3
Pick the Gotrax G3 MAX when
Weight matters7vs6
Battery matters5vs4
A higher rider weight limit matters251-300 lbvsUp to 250 lb
Scored 19 October 2026 from published specs and owner reviews. We don't buy or test units. How we score
Usability Hiboy S2 Pro and Gotrax G3 MAX, scored 0 to 10
FeaturesHiboy S2 Pro: 7 (higher)Gotrax G3 MAX: 3
Hiboy S2 Pro
- one-step fold, lights, app lock, display, cruise control
- Water: IPX4 stated, below the IPX5 point
Gotrax G3 MAX
- one-step fold and display
- Lights: LED headlight; no rear light stated
BatteryHiboy S2 Pro: 4Gotrax G3 MAX: 5 (higher)
Hiboy S2 Pro
- 418 Wh (36 V, 11.6 Ah) on the commuter scooter ladder
Gotrax G3 MAX
- 490 Wh (48 V, 10.2 Ah) on the commuter scooter ladder
WeightHiboy S2 Pro: 6Gotrax G3 MAX: 7 (higher)
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
Gotrax G3 MAX
- 37 lb
Same score
MotorHiboy S2 Pro: 7Gotrax G3 MAX: 7
Hiboy S2 Pro
- 500 W nominal rear hub
- Peak: 600 W claimed, not scored
Gotrax G3 MAX
- 500 W nominal
Ride HardwareHiboy S2 Pro: 4Gotrax G3 MAX: 4
Hiboy S2 Pro
- rear disc brake, dual rear springs, 10-inch honeycomb solid tires
Gotrax G3 MAX
- disc brake, no suspension, 10-inch pneumatic tires
VerificationHiboy S2 Pro: 6Gotrax G3 MAX: 6
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
Gotrax G3 MAX
- UL Product iQ FKIS.E497683 (OEM Zhejiang Taotao) lists G3 MAX under UL 2272
- Searched: UL Certipedia Intertek SGS TÜV SÜD CPSC Health Canada
- Record: UL Product iQ, ANSI/CAN/UL 2272, G3 MAX, ZHEJIANG TAOTAO VEHICLES CO., LTD
Warranty & SupportHiboy S2 Pro: 3Gotrax G3 MAX: 3
Hiboy S2 Pro
- one year on battery and motor
Gotrax G3 MAX
- one year (price paid under $499)
Not scored for either
- ValueHiboy S2 Pro: not scoredGotrax G3 MAX: not scored
Social score about the Hiboy S2 Pro and the Gotrax G3 MAX
RedditHiboy S2 Pro: 4Gotrax G3 MAX: 4
The Gotrax G3 MAX reading covers the whole brand.
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)
Gotrax G3 MAX
Read the full summary
- Brand-level. r/ElectricScooters: in a thread asking what is wrong with Gotrax, owners of several Gotrax scooters praise value and fun while others report flat tubes, cracked fenders, slow support and fire fears (Dec 2023)
GoogleHiboy S2 Pro: 6Gotrax G3 MAX: 6
The Gotrax G3 MAX reading covers the whole brand.
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)
Gotrax G3 MAX
Read the full summary
- Brand-level.
- RiderGuide and Electric Scooter Guide (affiliate links and codes) have tested 21 Gotrax products and name the GX Zero the value pick and the GX3 the flagship (Jul 2026)|Brand-level.
- TechGearLab (bought units) kept the G4 as a Top Pick after repurchasing it (Dec 2024)
YouTubeHiboy S2 Pro: not scoredGotrax G3 MAX: 6
No usable source for the Hiboy S2 Pro; the Gotrax G3 MAX reading covers the whole brand.
Hiboy S2 Pro
Nothing recorded.
Gotrax G3 MAX
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)
AmazonHiboy S2 Pro: 7 (higher)Gotrax G3 MAX: 6
The Gotrax G3 MAX reading covers the whole brand.
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)
Gotrax G3 MAX
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 vs Gotrax G3 MAX: pros and cons
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 G3 MAX
Overall score 5.4Strengths
- Light enough to carry upstairs
- Folds in one step
- Air-filled tires soften the ride
- LG battery cells
Drawbacks
- No suspension
- No rear light or turn signals listed
- Lowest top speed of these commuters
- Brake layout not detailed
- Only one year of warranty at this price
Hiboy S2 Pro vs Gotrax G3 MAX: the numbers
Price, scores and rank, then only the specs that differ. Green marks the side with more.
- Range (claimed)HiboyUp to 25 miGotrax26-40 mi
- Max rider loadHiboyUp to 250 lbGotrax More251-300 lb
- SuspensionHiboyRearGotraxNone
Same on both
- CommuterType
- Not listedE-bike class
- 401-600 WhBattery
- Single motorMotor
- Up to 20 mphTop speed (claimed)
- Up to 40 lbWeight
- Mechanical discBrakes
- FoldsFolding
- UL 2272 listedSafety listings
- 1 YearWarranty
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More from Hiboy 11 scored in Electric Scooters
- Battery: 601-800 Wh, not 401-600 Wh
- Brakes: Drum vs mechanical disc
- Battery: Up to 400 Wh vs 401-600 Wh
- Brakes: Drum vs mechanical disc
More from Gotrax 10 scored in Electric Scooters
- Battery: 1,001-1,500 Wh, not 401-600 Wh
- Motor: Dual motor vs single motor
- Battery: Up to 400 Wh vs 401-600 Wh
Hiboy S2 Pro vs Gotrax G3 MAX: common questions
Is the Hiboy S2 Pro better than the Gotrax G3 MAX?
On our scores, the Hiboy S2 Pro is ahead, 5.5 against 5.4. The Hiboy S2 Pro leads on features (7 against 3). The Gotrax G3 MAX leads on weight (7 against 6) and battery (5 against 4).
Which is cheaper, the Hiboy S2 Pro or the Gotrax G3 MAX?
The Hiboy S2 Pro, at $423 against $489: $66 less.
Which carries a heavier rider, the Hiboy S2 Pro or the Gotrax G3 MAX?
The Gotrax G3 MAX: rated 251-300 lb, against Up to 250 lb for the Hiboy S2 Pro.
What do owners say about the Hiboy S2 Pro and the Gotrax G3 MAX?
Across 3 independent sources scored for both, the Hiboy S2 Pro is ahead on Amazon; Reddit and Google are level.
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Scores calculated 19 October 2026 · Products excluded where fewer than two independent sources cover them · · How we score