Head to head · Updated Sep 25, 2026
Segway MAX G2 vs Hiboy MAX Pro
Both are 22 mph long-range commuters weighing about 52 lb. The Hiboy MAX Pro has the bigger battery (720 Wh vs 551 Wh) for roughly $90 less; the Segway MAX G2 has the stronger motor, traction control, self-healing tires and a longer warranty.
Segway
Segway Ninebot MAX G2
- Top speed
- 22 mph
- Range
- 43 mi
- Power
- 1,000 W
- Weight
- 53.5 lb
Hiboy
Hiboy MAX Pro
- Top speed
- 22 mph
- Range
- 46.6 mi
- Power
- 650 W
- Weight
- 51.6 lb
Quick verdict
Which one should you buy?
Hilly city or a rider near the weight limit: MAX G2. Long, flat commutes on a tighter budget: MAX Pro.
Choose the Segway MAX G2 if…
You have hills (1,000 W vs 650 W peak), want tires that seal small punctures on their own, value traction control, turn signals and dual UL certification, or want a 2-year warranty.
Check priceChoose the Hiboy MAX Pro if…
You want the most claimed range for the money, prefer the softer ride of 11-inch air tires with suspension front and rear, and your routes are mostly flat.
Check priceEditor scores
How they stack up
- Segway MAX G2
- Hiboy MAX Pro
Key differences
By the numbers
- Hiboy MAX Pro costs less: $656.95 vs $749.99 ($93 difference, Amazon prices as of Sep 25, 2026)
- Hiboy MAX Pro has more claimed range: 46.6 mi vs 43 mi
- Hiboy MAX Pro has the bigger battery: 720 Wh vs 551 Wh
- Segway MAX G2 has more motor power: 1,000 W peak vs 650 W peak
- Hiboy MAX Pro is lighter: 51.6 lb vs 53.5 lb
- Segway MAX G2 charges faster: 6 h vs 8 h
- Segway MAX G2 is rated higher on Amazon: 4.2★ (513 ratings) vs 4.1★ (1,758)
Full specs
Spec by spec
| Spec | Segway MAX G2 | Hiboy MAX Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (claimed) | 22 mph | 22 mph |
| Max range (claimed) | 43 mi | 46.6 mi |
| Peak motor power | 1,000 W | 650 W |
| Rated motor power | 450 W | 500 W |
| Motors | Single rear hub motor | Single brushless hub motor |
| Hill climbing | — | 20% |
| Battery & charging | ||
| Battery capacity | 551 Wh | 720 Wh |
| Voltage | 36 V | 48 V |
| Amp-hours | 15.3 Ah | 15 Ah |
| Charge time | 6 h | 8 h |
| Ride & safety | ||
| Brakes | Front drum + rear electronic | Front & rear drum + regenerative |
| ABS | No | No |
| Suspension | Front hydraulic + rear spring | Front & rear |
| Tire size | 10 in | 11 in |
| Tire type | Self-healing tubeless | Pneumatic |
| Water resistance | IPX5 | IPX4 |
| Safety certification | UL 2272 & UL 2271 | UL 2272 |
| Size & build | ||
| Weight | 53.5 lb | 51.6 lb |
| Max rider load | 265 lb | 265 lb |
| Folding | Yes | Yes |
| Seat | No | No |
| Frame | Alloy steel | Aluminum |
| Display | LED dashboard, app, Apple Find My | LED display, app |
| Editor scores (0–10) | ||
| Speed | 2 | 2 |
| Range | 4 | 5 |
| Power | 4 | 3 |
| Comfort | 8 | 7 |
| Portability | 7 | 7 |
| Safety | 9 | 6 |
| Value | 8 | 7 |
| Overall editor score | 6.9 | 5.9 |
“Best” marks the stronger value in each row. A dash means the value isn’t published. Segway MAX G2 wins 3 spec rows, Hiboy MAX Pro wins 4. Scores follow our rating rules.
Pros & cons
What owners and specs say
Segway MAX G2
- Traction control + turn signals
- Self-healing tubeless tires
- Front hydraulic suspension
- UL 2272 & 2271, IPX5
- 53.5 lb
- Real range closer to 30 mi
- Drum brake up front
Hiboy MAX Pro
- 720 Wh battery, 46.6 mi claimed
- 11" air tires + dual suspension
- Low-maintenance drum brakes
- UL 2272, IPX4
- 650 W peak is modest for hills
- 51.6 lb
- 8–9 h charging
Frequently asked questions
Which has more range?
On paper the Hiboy MAX Pro: 46.6 mi from a 720 Wh battery versus 43 mi from 551 Wh on the MAX G2. Owners of both say the claims are best-case figures.
Which climbs hills better?
The MAX G2. Its motor peaks at 1,000 W versus 650 W on the MAX Pro, which Hiboy rates for 20% grades.
Which is easier to maintain?
Both use sealed drum brakes that need little adjustment. The MAX G2's self-healing tubeless tires seal small punctures; the MAX Pro's 11-inch air tires ride softer, but some owners say flats are hard to fix.