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Gotrax GXL V2 vs Segway Ninebot E2 Plus II
The Segway Ninebot E2 Plus II has the longer estimated range — 8.8 miles against 7.5 — because it carries 220 Wh to the Gotrax GXL V2’s 187. The Gotrax GXL V2 is the lighter of the two at 27 lb, which puts it in the carry up stairs class. Everything else is below.
| Estimated range | 7.5 mi | 8.8 mi |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed range | 12.5 mi (1.7x the estimate) | 15.5 mi (1.8x the estimate) |
| Top speed | 15.5 mph | 15.5 mph |
| Motor | Single motor, 250 W | Single motor, 300 W (500 W peak) |
| Battery | 187 Wh at 36 V | 220 Wh at 22 V |
| Wh per dollar | 0.63 Wh/$ | 0.74 Wh/$ |
| Wh per pound | 7 Wh/lb | 6 Wh/lb |
| Weight | 27 lb — carry up stairs | 36.2 lb — curb lift |
| Max rider weight | 220 lb | 198 lb |
| Rated grade | — | 12% |
| Tires | 8.5" pneumatic | 8.1" solid |
| Suspension | None | Front |
| Brakes | Rear mechanical disc with regen | Front electronic brake with rear drum |
| IP rating | — | IPX4 |
| Charge time | 4 h | 7.5 h |
| Folded size | Folds | 42.6 x 17.6 x 21.5 in |
| Lights | Headlight | Headlight, rear brake light, RGB ambient lighting |
| App | No | Yes |
| Cruise control | Yes | No |
| Approx. price | ~$299 | ~$296 |
| Released | 2021 | — |
Gotrax GXL V2: the case against
- 187 Wh gives roughly eight miles of real riding
- No suspension and no meaningful water rating
- 220 lb rider limit
- 15.5 mph is too slow to hold a bike lane comfortably
Segway Ninebot E2 Plus II: the case against
- 198 lb rider limit is low; the E2 Pro and F2 allow 265 lb
- 220 Wh pack and a 15.5-mile claim made at 9 mph, so real commutes should stay short
- 15.5 mph top speed will not keep up with bike lanes
- Hollow tires are firm and the 8.1-inch wheel is small for broken pavement
- IPX4 only: splashes, not rain