Brand comparison
Hiboy vs Segway
Hiboy scores 5.2 across 17 products; Segway scores 6.6 across 8. They overlap in electric scooters. That is 71% of what Hiboy sells and 100% of what Segway sells. Hiboy leads on weight, Segway on ride hardware.
All 17 Hiboy products
Hiboy
17 of 17 products scored · $310 – $1,350
Buy Now- Weight — 6.0 against 5.0
All 12 Segway products
Segway
8 of 12 products scored · $500 – $2,700
Buy Now- Ride Hardware — 8.5 against 5.0
Across everything we scored, Segway sits 1.42 ahead — led by ride hardware.
Brand verdict
ahead · +1.42 (6.6 vs 5.2)
Pick Hiboy when
Weight matters most6.0vs5.0
Pick Segway when
Ride hardware matters most8.5vs5.0
Scored 19 October 2026 from published specs and owner reviews. We don't buy or test units. How we score
Usability Hiboy and Segway, median scores 0 to 10
Median scores on a 0–10 scale.
Ride HardwareHiboy: 5Segway: 8.5 (higher)
Hiboy top-scored: MAX Pro Commuter Electric Scooter
- front and rear drum brakes, dual suspension, 11-inch air tires
Segway top-scored: GT3 Pro Performance Electric Scooter
- hydraulic discs front and rear, hydraulic suspension both ends, 11-inch tubeless tires, S-ABS
FeaturesHiboy: 6Segway: 8.5 (higher)
Hiboy top-scored: MAX Pro Commuter Electric Scooter
- one-step fold, lights, app lock, display, cruise control
- Water: IPX4 stated, below the IPX5 point
Segway top-scored: GT3 Pro Performance Electric Scooter
- one-step fold, lights, turn signals, Apple Find My, display, IPX6, cruise control
WeightHiboy: 6 (higher)Segway: 5
Hiboy top-scored: MAX Pro Commuter Electric Scooter
- 51.59 lb
Segway top-scored: GT3 Pro Performance Electric Scooter
- 117.1 lb
MotorHiboy: 5Segway: 5.5 (higher)
Hiboy top-scored: MAX Pro Commuter Electric Scooter
- 500 W nominal rear hub
- Peak: 650 W claimed, not scored
Segway top-scored: GT3 Pro Performance Electric Scooter
- 3,400 W nominal, two hub motors
- Peak: 7,000 W claimed in total, not scored
Same score
BatteryHiboy: 4Segway: 4
Hiboy top-scored: MAX Pro Commuter Electric Scooter
- 720 Wh (48 V, 15 Ah) on the commuter scooter ladder
Segway top-scored: GT3 Pro Performance Electric Scooter
- 2,160 Wh (72 V, 30 Ah) on the performance ladder
VerificationHiboy: 6Segway: 6
Hiboy top-scored: MAX Pro Commuter Electric Scooter
- UL certificate UL-US-2400062-0 names MAX 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, MAX Pro, ECOM 14, BK1, FN-A1, DK1, F19, R10 are identical to MAX PRO, Freeman IT Limited
- Record: UL Product iQ, ANSI/CAN/UL 2272, MAX Pro, Shenzhen Freeman IT Limited
Segway top-scored: GT3 Pro Performance Electric Scooter
- TÜV Rheinland UL 2272 certificate CU 72500334 names the GT3 Pro, model 060202G
- Searched: Certipedia UL Intertek SGS TÜV SÜD CPSC Health Canada
- Record: TÜV Rheinland Certipedia, ANSI/CAN/UL 2272:2024, 060202G, Ninebot
Warranty & SupportHiboy: 3Segway: 3
Hiboy top-scored: MAX Pro Commuter Electric Scooter
- one year on battery and motor
Segway top-scored: GT3 Pro Performance Electric Scooter
- one year on the battery, two years on the motors
- Conflict: store page shows a two-year limited warranty; the GT3 Pro agreement gives the battery one year
Social score about Hiboy and Segway
Independent sources pooled per brand. N of M = how many scored products carry the brand-level reading shown, out of all scored.
RedditHiboy: 4Segway: 7 (higher)
Hiboy
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- 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)
Brand rollup across scored products. 7 of 17 scored products carry this reading.
GoogleHiboy: 6Segway: 8 (higher)
Hiboy
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- TechGearLab (bought units) measured the S2 Pro at 17.1 mi and 17.3 mph and the S2 at 14 mi and 17 mph, mid-table among its tested scooters (Sep 2026)|Consumer Reports tested the S2 Pro among 13 scooters (Aug 2026)
Brand rollup across scored products. 4 of 17 scored products carry this reading.
Segway
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- RiderGuide (measures; affiliate links) calls the Max series the most dependable commuter scooter it has tested and the Max G2 the most reliable scooter under $1,000 it has tested (Jul 2026)
Brand rollup across scored products. 1 of 8 scored products carry this reading.
Same score
AmazonHiboy: 6Segway: 6
Hiboy
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- Hiboy Direct sells e-bikes on Amazon US; its EX6F listing averages 4.0 from 14 ratings with 24% one-star (Oct 2026); the EX6 and EX9 listings are sold by Amazon.com
Brand rollup across scored products. 4 of 17 scored products carry this reading.
Segway
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- Segway's own Amazon store lists its MAX series at 4.2 stars from 526 ratings and its E-series at 4.1 stars from 327 ratings, both on listings shared across models (Oct 2026)
Brand rollup across scored products. 3 of 8 scored products carry this reading.
Scored for one brand only
YouTubeHiboy: 6Segway: not scored
Hiboy
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- Hiboy e-bike videos come mostly from creators with Hiboy-supplied bikes or discount codes (DONSLIFE, MastaBika, Evan Lindy, Soldier Knows Best; 2025 to 2026), who praise comfort and speed for the price
Brand rollup across scored products. 2 of 17 scored products carry this reading.
Not enough data for either brand
- Owner reviewsHiboy: not scoredSegway: not scored
The scores above are our reading of the evidence below. This is the evidence.
Safety listings are recorded per product from the certifier's own directory, by model, not from the maker's wording. Most of the listings in this category can be checked in TÜV Rheinland's Certipedia.
Warranty terms
Hiboy
17 of 17
Segway
8 of 8
What only Hiboy sells — and only Segway
Not a loss for either brand. If you need one of these, the choice is already made.
Only Hiboy
Only Segway
Nothing outside the shared categories.
Best Hiboy vs best Segway, category by category
The three best-scoring products each brand sells in every category they both compete in, ranked by overall score.
Electric Scooters
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9th of 31 in Scooters
Strengths
- Long range for daily commutes
- Smooth ride from dual suspension
- Air tires grip and soak up bumps
- Brakes on both wheels
Drawbacks
- Heavy to carry up stairs
- Only one year of warranty
- Drum brakes need adjusting over time
- Slow to recharge overnight
1st of 31 in Scooters
Strengths
- Very short stopping distances
- Strong smooth acceleration from two motors
- Long real range at speed
- Stable and smooth on bumpy roads
Drawbacks
- Extremely heavy to move by hand
- Battery covered for half as long as the motor
- No shipping to New York State
- Not as quick as some rivals with the same voltage
13th of 31 in Scooters
Strengths
- Long range for a light scooter
- Folds in one step for trains and offices
- Self-sealing tires resist flats
- App lock and cruise control built in
Drawbacks
- No suspension on rough roads
- Only one friction brake
- Only one year of warranty
- No turn signals
2nd of 31 in Scooters
Strengths
- Long range for the price
- Very comfortable on rough pavement
- Built-in charger needs only a cable
- Turn signals and a loud horn
Drawbacks
- Heavy to carry far
- Battery covered for only half a year
- Drum brake feels basic
- Top speed needs an app setting
15th of 31 in Scooters
Strengths
- Folds in one step for trains and offices
- App lock and cruise control built in
- Bright lights front and rear plus side lights
- Tires never go flat
Drawbacks
- Solid tires ride hard on rough pavement
- Only one year of warranty
- Only the rear wheel has a friction brake
- No turn signals
3rd of 31 in Scooters
Strengths
- Holds speed well on long hills
- Plush hydraulic suspension at both ends
- Strong and steady braking
- Turn signals front and rear
Drawbacks
- Too heavy to carry up stairs often
- Real range far below the claim at speed
- Boost mode must be switched on again
- Rear deck tail moves with the suspension
Hiboy vs Segway: the numbers
Hiboy vs Segway: common questions
Is Hiboy or Segway better?
Hiboy 5.2 from 17 scored products; Segway 6.6 from 8.
What is the biggest difference between Hiboy and Segway?
Ride Hardware: Hiboy medians 5.0, Segway medians 8.5 (Segway by 3.5).
Which is better for features, Hiboy or Segway?
Segway on features — Hiboy 6.0, Segway 8.5.
Which is better for weight, Hiboy or Segway?
Hiboy on weight — Hiboy 6.0, Segway 5.0.
What does Hiboy make that Segway does not?
Hiboy sells electric bikes; Segway does not, in the products we scored.
Which Hiboy and Segway electric scooters should I buy?
Hiboy: Hiboy MAX Pro Commuter Electric Scooter. Segway: Segway GT3 Pro Performance Electric Scooter.
How does Stuff VS Things score Hiboy and Segway?
Our own product medians: 17 Hiboy and 8 Segway. A criterion is compared only where both brands clear the floor.
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Scores calculated 19 October 2026 · Products excluded where fewer than two independent sources cover them · · How we score