Product comparison · Electric Scooters
Hiboy S2 SE vs iScooter i9
The Hiboy S2 SE scores 5.0 and ranks 42nd of 47 in Electric Scooters; the iScooter i9 scores 4.7 and ranks 46th of 47 in Electric Scooters. The S2 SE leads on ride hardware, the i9 on weight.
All 17 Hiboy products 
Hiboy S2 SE
$310 · 42nd of 47 in Electric Scooters
Buy Now- Ride Hardware — 3 against 2
- Battery — 2 against 1
All 11 iScooter products 
iScooter i9
$240 · 46th of 47 in Electric Scooters
Buy Now- Weight — 10 against 7
- Features — 6 against 4
Across everything we scored, Hiboy S2 SE sits 0.31 ahead — led by ride hardware.
Verdict
S2 SE ahead · +0.31 (5.0 vs 4.7)Pick the Hiboy S2 SE when
Warranty & support matters3vs1
Ride hardware matters3vs2
Battery matters2vs1
Pick the iScooter i9 when
Weight matters10vs7
Features matters6vs4
Price matters$240vs$310
Scored 19 October 2026 from published specs and owner reviews. We don't buy or test units. How we score
Usability Hiboy S2 SE and iScooter i9, scored 0 to 10
WeightHiboy S2 SE: 7iScooter i9: 10 (higher)
Hiboy S2 SE
- 37.8 lb
iScooter i9
- 24.3 lb
FeaturesHiboy S2 SE: 4iScooter i9: 6 (higher)
Hiboy S2 SE
- one-step fold, lights, display
- Water: IPX4 stated, below the IPX5 point
iScooter i9
- one-step fold, front and rear lights, display, cruise control
BatteryHiboy S2 SE: 2 (higher)iScooter i9: 1
Hiboy S2 SE
- 281 Wh (36 V, 7.8 Ah) on the commuter scooter ladder
iScooter i9
- 270 Wh (36 V, 7.5 Ah) on the commuter scooter ladder
- Conflict: spec table 7.8 Ah (281 Wh), comparison table and manual 7.5 Ah
Ride HardwareHiboy S2 SE: 3 (higher)iScooter i9: 2
Hiboy S2 SE
- drum brake, no suspension, 10-inch solid front and air rear tires
iScooter i9
- rear disc and electronic front brake, no suspension, 8.5-inch solid tires
Warranty & SupportHiboy S2 SE: 3 (higher)iScooter i9: 1
Hiboy S2 SE: 1 Year · iScooter i9: 6 Months.
Hiboy S2 SE
- one year on battery and motor
iScooter i9
- six months on battery, motor and controller
- Badge: product page shows 12 months; policy gives six months on electrics
Same score
VerificationHiboy S2 SE: 6iScooter i9: 6
Hiboy S2 SE
- UL certificate UL-US-26135634-0 names S2 SE; 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 Neo, S2 2.0, S2 Nova, S2 SE, S2 SE NEW, S2 XE, S3, Freeman IT Limited
- Record: UL Product iQ, ANSI/CAN/UL 2272, S2 SE, Shenzhen Freeman IT Limited
iScooter i9
- TÜV Rheinland UL 2272 record CU 72502272 names the i9 (maker Shenzhen Xincheng Times)
- Searched: Certipedia UL Intertek TÜV SÜD CPSC Health Canada
- Record: TÜV Rheinland Certipedia, ANSI/CAN/UL 2272:2024, i8, i9, i9 Pro, S9, S9 Pro (page 1), Shenzhen Xincheng Times Technology Co.,Ltd
Scored for one only
MotorHiboy S2 SE: 4iScooter i9: not scored
Hiboy S2 SE
- 350 W nominal hub
- Peak: 430 W claimed, not scored
iScooter i9
- Peak: 350 W listed, no nominal rating, not scored
Not scored for either
- ValueHiboy S2 SE: not scorediScooter i9: not scored
Social score about the Hiboy S2 SE and the iScooter i9
RedditHiboy S2 SE: 4 (higher)iScooter i9: 3
The Hiboy S2 SE reading covers the whole brand; the iScooter i9 reading covers the whole brand.
Hiboy S2 SE
Read the full summary
- r/ElectricScooters: a MAX Pro owner notes the sub's dislike of Hiboy while praising its build and support (Apr 2024)
- a post titled 'Avoid Hiboy, Total Scam Experience' reports a scooter not delivered after three weeks (Aug 2025)
iScooter i9
Read the full summary
- Brand-level.
- An r/ElectricScooters thread asking whether iScooter is good drew 201 comments (Aug 2024)|An r/ElectricScooters commenter called the brand's support terrible to nonexistent (Dec 2025)
GoogleHiboy S2 SE: 6iScooter i9: not scored
The Hiboy S2 SE reading covers its product line; no usable source for the iScooter i9.
Hiboy S2 SE
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)
iScooter i9
Nothing recorded.
YouTubeHiboy S2 SE: not scorediScooter i9: 6
No usable source for the Hiboy S2 SE; the iScooter i9 reading covers its product line.
Hiboy S2 SE
Nothing recorded.
iScooter i9
Read the full summary
- Product-line.
- Suzy Bee Travels (UK i9, discount code SBT15 in the description) called it a fantastic little commuter after a test ride on hills and rough roads (Nov 2025)
AmazonHiboy S2 SE: 7 (higher)iScooter i9: 5
Hiboy S2 SE
Read the full summary
- Product.
- Amazon US listing for the S2 SE (from Hiboy) averages 4.3 stars from 120 ratings (Sep 2026)
iScooter i9
Liked
- cruise control
- folding
Complaints
- motor smaller than advertised
- reliability
Read the full summary
- Product.
- Amazon listing B0FBGNYLR4 sold by iScooter Center, model i9: 3.7 stars from 173 ratings, 57% five-star and 23% one-star (Oct 2026)
Unless a row says otherwise, both readings are about these exact models.
Hiboy S2 SE vs iScooter i9: pros and cons
Hiboy S2 SE
Overall score 5.0Strengths
- Folds in one step for trains and offices
- Light enough to carry upstairs
- Simple controls with no app needed
- Air-filled rear tire softens the ride
Drawbacks
- Small battery limits range
- No suspension on rough roads
- Only one friction brake
- Only one year of warranty
- No app lock or cruise control
iScooter i9
Overall score 4.7Strengths
- Light enough to carry up stairs
- Folds in one step for trains
- Solid tires never go flat
- Low price for a first scooter
- Cruise control on long straights
Drawbacks
- No suspension on rough pavement
- Small battery limits range
- Warranty page gives only six months on battery and motor
- Low rider weight limit
Hiboy S2 SE vs iScooter i9: the numbers
Price, scores and rank, then only the specs that differ. Green marks the side with more.
- BrakesHiboyDrumiScooterMechanical disc
- WarrantyHiboy More1 YeariScooter6 Months
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
- NoneSuspension
- FoldsFolding
- UL 2272 listedSafety listings
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- Battery: 601-800 Wh vs up to 400 Wh
- Suspension: Full vs none
- Suspension: Rear vs none
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- Battery: 601-800 Wh vs up to 400 Wh
- Motor: Dual motor vs single motor
- Nothing we record differs.
Hiboy S2 SE vs iScooter i9: common questions
Is the Hiboy S2 SE better than the iScooter i9?
On our scores, the Hiboy S2 SE is ahead, 5.0 against 4.7. The Hiboy S2 SE leads on ride hardware (3 against 2), battery (2 against 1) and warranty & support (3 against 1). The iScooter i9 leads on weight (10 against 7) and features (6 against 4).
Which is cheaper, the Hiboy S2 SE or the iScooter i9?
The iScooter i9, at $240 against $310: $70 less.
Which has the longer warranty, the Hiboy S2 SE or the iScooter i9?
The Hiboy S2 SE: 1 Year, against 6 Months.
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Scores calculated 19 October 2026 · Products excluded where fewer than two independent sources cover them · · How we score