Product comparison · Electric Scooters
Segway F3 vs NIU KQi 300P
The Segway F3 scores 6.6 and ranks 5th of 47 in Electric Scooters; the NIU KQi 300P scores 6.2 and ranks 10th of 47 in Electric Scooters. The F3 leads on weight, the KQi 300P on verification.
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NIU KQi 300P
$749 · 10th of 47 in Electric Scooters
Buy Now- Verification — 8 against 6
Across everything we scored, Segway F3 sits 0.39 ahead — led by weight.
Verdict
F3 ahead · +0.39 (6.6 vs 6.2)Pick the Segway F3 when
Weight matters6vs5
Ride hardware matters8vs7
Features matters9vs8
Pick the NIU KQi 300P when
Verification matters8vs6EN 17128 certified only on the KQi 300P
Scored 19 October 2026 from published specs and owner reviews. We don't buy or test units. How we score
Most common complaints
Segway F3
Overall score 6.6- cuts out on steep hills
- slow charging
- short real range
NIU KQi 300P
Overall score 6.2- short range at top speed
- range under the claim
- tested range under the claim
From each product's own owner reviews and retailer ratings.
Usability Segway F3 and NIU KQi 300P, scored 0 to 10
VerificationSegway F3: 6NIU KQi 300P: 8 (higher)
Both: UL 2272 listed; only the NIU KQi 300P: EN 17128 certified.
Segway F3
- TÜV Rheinland UL 2272 certificate CU 72508441 names the F3, model 051701U
- Searched: Certipedia UL Intertek SGS TÜV SÜD CPSC Health Canada
- Record: TÜV Rheinland Certipedia, ANSI/CAN/UL 2272:2024, 051701U, 051701A, 051701E, 051701D, Ninebot
NIU KQi 300P
- UL 2272 certificate UL-US-2417017-0 names the KQi 300P; EN 17128 AK 50615526 is the second record
- Searched: UL Solutions certificate (hosted copy) UL Certipedia Intertek SGS TÜV SÜD CPSC Health Canada
- Record: UL Solutions certificate (hosted copy), ANSI/CAN/UL 2272, Ed. 1 (2016-11-21, rev. 2019-02-25), KQi 300P, KQi 300X, Jiangsu niu Electric Technology Co., Ltd
- Record: UL Product iQ, ANSI/CAN/UL 2272 (FKIS, Electrical Systems for Personal E-Mobility Devices), KQi 300P, KQi 300X, Jiangsu niu Electric Technology Co., Ltd
- Record: TÜV Rheinland Certipedia, EN 17128:2020, KQi 300P; KQi 300X, Jiangsu Niu Electric Technology Co., Ltd
Ride HardwareSegway F3: 8 (higher)NIU KQi 300P: 7
Segway F3
- front disc and rear electronic brake, suspension front and rear, 10-inch tubeless tires, traction control
NIU KQi 300P
- front and rear mechanical discs, hydraulic front fork, 10.5-inch tubeless tires
WeightSegway F3: 6 (higher)NIU KQi 300P: 5
Segway F3
- 42.3 lb
- Conflict: segway.com lists 38.6 lb; the US manual lists 42.3 lb
NIU KQi 300P
- 45.97 lb with the battery
FeaturesSegway F3: 9 (higher)NIU KQi 300P: 8
Segway F3
- one-step fold, lights, turn signals, Apple Find My, display, IPX6, cruise control
NIU KQi 300P
- lights, turn signals, app lock, display, IP55, cruise control
- Fold: two-step stem fold, not one-step
Same score
BatterySegway F3: 5NIU KQi 300P: 5
Segway F3
- 477 Wh (46.8 V, 10.2 Ah) on the commuter ladder
NIU KQi 300P
- 486.7 Wh (48 V label, 10.4 Ah) on the commuter scooter ladder
- Voltage: 486.7 Wh equals 46.8 V nominal times 10.4 Ah
MotorSegway F3: 6NIU KQi 300P: 6
Segway F3
- 450 W nominal rear hub
- Peak: 1,000 W claimed, not scored
NIU KQi 300P
- 450 W nominal rear hub
- Peak: 900 W claimed, not scored
Warranty & SupportSegway F3: 5NIU KQi 300P: 5
Segway F3
- two years per the store
- Basis: no F3 agreement found; store page states a two-year limited warranty
NIU KQi 300P
- two years on battery and motor
Not scored for either
- ValueSegway F3: not scoredNIU KQi 300P: not scored
Social score about the Segway F3 and the NIU KQi 300P
RedditSegway F3: 7 (higher)NIU KQi 300P: 6
The Segway F3 reading covers its product line.
Segway F3
Read the full summary
- Product-line. r/ElectricScooters: an F3 Pro owner praises the stable hydraulic front shock and smooth power but finds TCS less linear and the e-brake needing tuning (May 2025)
NIU KQi 300P
Liked
- holds up over 900 km
- daily commute
- regen braking
Complaints
- short range at top speed
- harsh regen at the limit
- tire pressure upkeep
Read the full summary
- Product. r/ElectricScooters: an owner at 900 km loves it, re-tightening the brakes once in five months and topping up the tires every few days (Sep 2024)|Another says regen brakes hard above 20 mph (Sep 2024)|One ran flat about 10 miles into a 5-mile-each-way commute at top speed (Oct 2024)
GoogleSegway F3: 6NIU KQi 300P: 6
Segway F3
Liked
- quick acceleration
- front suspension
- navigation
Complaints
- cuts out on steep hills
- slow charging
- short real range
Read the full summary
- Product.
- RK9 Rides (unit source not stated, affiliate links) measured 17.1 mi minimum range and 20 mph; the scooter cut power on steep hill climbs (Feb 2026)
NIU KQi 300P
Liked
- suspension
- braking
Complaints
- range under the claim
Read the full summary
- Product.
- ERideHero (earns commissions; unit source not stated) measured 21.4 mi of regular range with a 175 lb rider, about 0.47 mi per lb, in its 300-series tests (Sep 2024)
YouTubeSegway F3: not scoredNIU KQi 300P: 7
No usable source for the Segway F3.
Segway F3
Nothing recorded.
NIU KQi 300P
Liked
- suspension upgrade
- value
- easy for new riders
Complaints
- tested range under the claim
Read the full summary
- Product.
- Electric Scooter Guide (measures, does not always buy; affiliate links) tested the 300P at 20.5 mph and 17.7 mi alongside the 300X and calls the pair more for less, suited to first-time and seasoned riders (Jul 2024)
AmazonSegway F3: 7 (higher)NIU KQi 300P: 5
The NIU KQi 300P reading covers its product line.
Segway F3
Read the full summary
- Product.
- Segway's own Amazon store listing for the F3 shows 4.2 stars from 126 ratings (Oct 2026)
NIU KQi 300P
Read the full summary
- Product-line.
- NIU Global, the brand's Amazon seller, lists the 300P in a variation family shared with the KQi 100F: 3.6 stars from 53 ratings, 51% five-star and 21% one-star (Oct 2026)
Unless a row says otherwise, both readings are about these exact models.
Segway F3 vs NIU KQi 300P: pros and cons
Segway F3
Overall score 6.6Strengths
- Navigation and call alerts on the display
- Cruise control for long straight stretches
- Rated for heavy rain
- Self-sealing tires resist flats
- Hydraulic front suspension smooths rough streets
Drawbacks
- Power cuts out on steep hills
- Front brake is only adequate
- Slow to charge
- Real range far below the claim
NIU KQi 300P
Overall score 6.2Strengths
- Dual disc brakes stop hard
- Wide tubeless tires grip well
- Lights and turn signals built in
- App lock with cruise control
- Hydraulic front suspension soaks up bumps
Drawbacks
- Regen braking bites hard at the speed limit
- Heavy to carry up stairs
- Tires need frequent pressure checks
- Two-step fold rather than one
- Real range falls short of the advertised figure
Segway F3 vs NIU KQi 300P: the numbers
Price, scores and rank, then only the specs that differ. Green marks the side with more.
- Range (claimed)Segway41-60 miNIU26-40 mi
- SuspensionSegwayFullNIUFront
- Safety listingsSegwayUL 2272 listedNIU MoreUL 2272 listed, EN 17128 certified
Same on both
- CommuterType
- Not listedE-bike class
- 401-600 WhBattery
- Single motorMotor
- Up to 20 mphTop speed (claimed)
- 41-55 lbWeight
- 251-300 lbMax rider load
- Mechanical discBrakes
- FoldsFolding
- 2 YearsWarranty
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- Battery: 1,501-2,500 Wh, not 401-600 Wh
- Motor: Dual motor vs single motor
- Battery: Up to 400 Wh vs 401-600 Wh
- Brakes: Drum vs mechanical disc
More from NIU 4 scored in Electric Scooters
- Battery: 601-800 Wh, not 401-600 Wh
- Battery: Up to 400 Wh vs 401-600 Wh
- Brakes: Drum vs mechanical disc
Segway F3 vs NIU KQi 300P: common questions
Is the Segway F3 better than the NIU KQi 300P?
On our scores, the Segway F3 is ahead, 6.6 against 6.2. The Segway F3 leads on weight (6 against 5), ride hardware (8 against 7) and features (9 against 8). The NIU KQi 300P leads on verification (8 against 6).
Which is cheaper, the Segway F3 or the NIU KQi 300P?
The NIU KQi 300P, at $749 against $850: $101 less.
Which has more safety listings, the Segway F3 or the NIU KQi 300P?
The NIU KQi 300P. The Segway F3 lists UL 2272 listed; the NIU KQi 300P lists UL 2272 listed and EN 17128 certified.
What do owners say about the Segway F3 and the NIU KQi 300P?
Across 3 independent sources scored for both, the Segway F3 is ahead on Reddit and Amazon; Google is level.
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Scores calculated 19 October 2026 · Products excluded where fewer than two independent sources cover them · · How we score