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Hiboy S2 vs Hiboy MAX Pro
The Hiboy MAX Pro has the longer estimated range — 28.8 miles against 10.8 — because it carries 720 Wh to the Hiboy S2’s 270. The Hiboy S2 is the lighter of the two at 31.9 lb, which puts it in the carry up stairs class. Everything else is below.
| Estimated range | 10.8 mi | 28.8 mi |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed range | 17 mi (1.6x the estimate) | 46.6 mi (1.6x the estimate) |
| Tested range | 11.4 mi | — |
| Top speed | 18.6 mph | 22 mph |
| Motor | Single motor, 350 W | Single motor, 500 W (650 W peak) |
| Battery | 270 Wh at 36 V | 720 Wh at 48 V |
| Wh per dollar | 0.82 Wh/$ | 1.1 Wh/$ |
| Wh per pound | 8 Wh/lb | 14 Wh/lb |
| Weight | 31.9 lb — carry up stairs | 51.6 lb — curb lift |
| Max rider weight | 220 lb | 265 lb |
| Rated grade | — | 20% |
| Tires | 8.5" solid | 11" self-healing |
| Suspension | Rear | Dual |
| Brakes | Front mechanical disc with regen | Front and rear drum with electronic braking |
| IP rating | — | IPX4 |
| Charge time | 4 h | 8.5 h |
| Folded size | Folds | 47.2 x 20.9 x 23.6 in |
| Deck width | — | 7.9 in |
| Lights | Headlight, taillight | Headlight, taillight, side lights |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise control | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. price | ~$330 | ~$657 |
| Released | 2021 | 2024 |
Hiboy S2: the case against
- The stem has a documented history of snapping; buy the revised version and inspect it
- Hiboy does not replace snapped stems out of warranty
- Tested 11.4 miles against a 17-mile claim
- 220 lb rider limit and no published water rating
Hiboy MAX Pro: the case against
- IPX4 is a splash rating, not a rain rating
- 650 W peak means modest hill pace for a 51-pound scooter
- Drum brakes at both ends fade on long descents
- 8.5-hour charge
- Hiboy's brand reputation makes resale harder than the hardware justifies