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Gotrax GMAX Ultra vs Gotrax G3 Max
The Gotrax GMAX Ultra has the longer estimated range — 25.2 miles against 19.6 — because it carries 630 Wh to the Gotrax G3 Max’s 490. The Gotrax G3 Max is the lighter of the two at 37 lb, which puts it in the curb lift class. Everything else is below.
| Estimated range | 25.2 mi | 19.6 mi |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed range | 45 mi (1.8x the estimate) | 37 mi (1.9x the estimate) |
| Top speed | 20 mph | 17 mph |
| Motor | Single motor, 500 W | Single motor, 500 W |
| Battery | 630 Wh at 36 V | 490 Wh at 48 V |
| Wh per dollar | 1.15 Wh/$ | 1 Wh/$ |
| Wh per pound | 14 Wh/lb | 13 Wh/lb |
| Weight | 46 lb — curb lift | 37 lb — curb lift |
| Max rider weight | 220 lb | 264 lb |
| Tires | 10" pneumatic | 10" pneumatic |
| Suspension | None | None |
| Brakes | Rear mechanical disc with regen | Rear mechanical disc |
| Charge time | 6 h | 6 h |
| Folded size | Folds | 48 x 18 x 18 in |
| Lights | Headlight, taillight | Headlight, taillight |
| App | No | No |
| Cruise control | Yes | No |
| Approx. price | ~$549 | ~$489 |
| Released | 2021 | 2024 |
Gotrax GMAX Ultra: the case against
- Owners report the tiller arriving loose and needing tightening before first use
- 220 lb rider limit despite the size
- No suspension and no app
- 46 lb for a scooter with no suspension
Gotrax G3 Max: the case against
- 17 mph top speed is slow in bike lanes
- Rear mechanical disc is the only brake
- No suspension and no published water rating
- Motor power is 500 W on Gotrax's page and 350 W in reviews
- Tubed tires