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Hiboy S3 vs Hiboy S2 SE
The Hiboy S3 has the longer estimated range — 11.2 miles against 11.2 — because it carries 281 Wh to the Hiboy S2 SE’s 281. The Hiboy S3 is the lighter of the two at 34.5 lb, which puts it in the carry up stairs class. Everything else is below.
| Estimated range | 11.2 mi | 11.2 mi |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed range | 17 mi (1.5x the estimate) | 17 mi (1.5x the estimate) |
| Top speed | 19 mph | 19 mph |
| Motor | Single motor, 350 W (460 W peak) | Single motor, 350 W (430 W peak) |
| Battery | 281 Wh at 36 V | 281 Wh at 36 V |
| Wh per dollar | 0.89 Wh/$ | 0.91 Wh/$ |
| Wh per pound | 8 Wh/lb | 7 Wh/lb |
| Weight | 34.5 lb — carry up stairs | 37.8 lb — curb lift |
| Max rider weight | 220 lb | 220 lb |
| Rated grade | 15% | — |
| Tires | 8.5" solid | 10" solid |
| Suspension | Rear | None |
| Brakes | Rear drum with electronic brake | E-brake with rear drum |
| IP rating | IPX4 | IPX4 |
| Charge time | 5 h | 5.5 h |
| Folded size | 43.5 x 16.7 x 18.7 in | 46.1 x 16.5 x 20.1 in |
| Deck width | 6.1 in | — |
| Lights | Headlight, taillight, sidelights | Headlight, taillight, side reflectors |
| App | Yes | No |
| Cruise control | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. price | ~$315 | ~$310 |
Hiboy S3: the case against
- 281 Wh and a 17-mile claim; plan for short trips
- Only the rear wheel is sprung
- IPX4 rating, so no riding through heavy rain
- 220 lb rider limit
- Store shows $599.99 crossed out; $314.99 is the price to plan on
Hiboy S2 SE: the case against
- No suspension at either wheel
- 37.8 lb is 3.3 lb heavier than the S3
- Rear drum plus e-brake only; no disc
- 281 Wh and a 17-mile claim
- Folded length is 46.1 inches, 2.6 more than the S3
- No app, so no lock or firmware controls