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Best commuter under $800UrbanFoldingAdults

Segway

Segway Ninebot MAX G2

Segway's comfort commuter: suspension, traction control and Find My, now $250 off.

4.2 (513)6.9/10
Top speed
22 mph
Range
43 mi
Battery
551 Wh
Peak power
1,000 W
Weight
53.5 lb
Tires
10 in
$749.99$999.99−25%Amazon price as of Sep 25, 2026

In stock · 400+ bought last month · Sold by Amazon.com

Our verdict

The most complete sub-$800 commuter here — safe, comfortable and well supported.

22 mph, 43 mi claimed, 1,000 W peak, self-healing tubeless tires, front hydraulic + rear spring suspension, turn signals, UL 2272/2271 and a 2-year warranty.

Ideal for

Daily commuters who want comfort, safety features and a big-brand warranty.

Skip it if

Anyone who carries their scooter up stairs.

Speed2Range4Power4Comfort8Portability7Safety9Value8

Editor scores

How it rates

  • Speed2
  • Range4
  • Power4
  • Comfort8
  • Portability7
  • Safety9
  • Value8

Scores are our editorial ratings (0–10), not manufacturer specs. How we score.

Specifications

Full spec sheet

Performance

Top speed (claimed)22 mph
Max range (claimed)43 mi
Peak motor power1,000 W
Rated motor power450 W
MotorsSingle rear hub motor
Hill climbing—

Battery & charging

Battery capacity551 Wh
Voltage36 V
Amp-hours15.3 Ah
Removable battery—
Charge time6 h

Ride & safety

BrakesFront drum + rear electronic
ABSNo
SuspensionFront hydraulic + rear spring
Tire size10 in
Tire typeSelf-healing tubeless
Water resistanceIPX5
Safety certificationUL 2272 & UL 2271

Size & build

Weight53.5 lb
Max rider load265 lb
FoldingYes
SeatNo
FrameAlloy steel
DisplayLED dashboard, app, Apple Find My

Other details

Traction controlYes (TCS)
LightsLED headlight, turn signals, brake light
ChargerBuilt-in
TrackingApple Find My
Warranty2 years limited

Real-world note: Claimed 43 mi. ERideHero measured about 30 mi in real riding; one owner says the range is overstated.

See its real range on a mapHow far Segway Ninebot MAX G2 gets you on real roads from any address

Sources: Amazon listing (sold by Amazon.com) + ERideHero spec sheet for weight (53.5 lb), 450 W rated, battery 36 V/15.3 Ah and IPX5. A dash (—) means the value isn't published anywhere we could verify.

In-depth review

What it's like to own

The MAX G2 is the scooter many reviewers call the most comfortable commuter under $1,000. A 1,000 W-peak rear motor tops out at 22 mph, and the 551 Wh battery is rated for 43 miles (about 30 in independent testing). The charger is built in, so you just plug in a cable.

It's packed with safety kit: traction control, self-healing tubeless tires, a hydraulic front fork and rear spring suspension, turn signals, a 2-year warranty and both UL 2272 and UL 2271 certification. Apple Find My support helps if it's stolen.

At 53.5 lb it's heavy to carry, and the front drum brake is adequate rather than strong. 14% of ratings are 1-star, including one owner whose scooter broke down four times in a year; most owners praise its hill power and all-terrain feel.

Pros

  • Traction control + turn signals
  • Self-healing tubeless tires
  • Front hydraulic suspension
  • UL 2272 & 2271, IPX5
  • 2-year warranty, sold by Amazon

Cons

  • 53.5 lb
  • Real range closer to 30 mi
  • Drum brake up front
  • 14% 1-star ratings
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Owner reviews

What buyers say

4.2 (513)
  • 5★69%
  • 4★10%
  • 3★6%
  • 2★1%
  • 1★14%

4.2★ from 513 ratings (79% 4–5 stars). Owners praise its hill power, battery and SUV-like ride. Complaints: range is overstated, and one owner had four breakdowns in a year (scraping noise, rear wheel drag).

5.0Sep 8, 2026

Great hill power and battery.

— shopping Marine, Amazon.com

5.0May 10, 2026

First scooter; feels like an all-terrain SUV.

— Veronica Verdecia Quevedo, Amazon.com

4.0May 22, 2026

Fun and durable, but range is overstated.

— Ricardo Ledesma, Amazon.com

1.0Jul 27, 2026

Broke down four times in a year.

— Randy, Amazon.com

Owner reviews from Amazon.com, summarized in our words. Ratings as of Sep 25, 2026.

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