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Gotrax G6 vs Gotrax GX1
The Gotrax G6 has the longer estimated range — 28.8 miles against 18.9 — because it carries 720 Wh to the Gotrax GX1’s 720. The Gotrax G6 is the lighter of the two at 45 lb, which puts it in the curb lift class. Everything else is below.
| Estimated range | 28.8 mi | 18.9 mi |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed range | 35 mi (1.2x the estimate) | 35 mi (1.9x the estimate) |
| Top speed | 20 mph | 30 mph |
| Motor | Single motor, 500 W | Dual motor, 1,200 W |
| Battery | 720 Wh at 48 V | 720 Wh at 48 V |
| Wh per dollar | 1.16 Wh/$ | 0.72 Wh/$ |
| Wh per pound | 16 Wh/lb | 9 Wh/lb |
| Weight | 45 lb — curb lift | 76 lb — rolls only |
| Max rider weight | 264 lb | 300 lb |
| Tires | 10" pneumatic | 10" pneumatic |
| Suspension | Front | Dual |
| Brakes | Dual mechanical disc | Dual mechanical disc |
| Charge time | 7 h | 8 h |
| Folded size | Folds | Folds |
| Lights | Headlight, brake-activated taillight | Headlight, taillight |
| App | No | No |
| Cruise control | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. price | ~$619 | ~$999 |
| Released | 2024 | 2023 |
Gotrax G6: the case against
- No app and no published water rating
- Claimed 35 miles is optimistic against the watt-hours
- Owners report the real weight running above the quoted 45 lb
- Gotrax's support record is the brand's weakest point
Gotrax GX1: the case against
- 76 lb, heavier than performance scooters with twice the battery
- 720 Wh is thin for two motors — the 35-mile claim needs gentle riding
- No app and no published water rating
- Eight-hour charge