Segway Ninebot E2-$369
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Mitchell Anderson
May 16, 2023

Mitchell has been fascinated by electric scooters since 2019. He began sharing his enthusiasm on his YouTube channel, “RK9 Rides,” in 2020. He joined Rider Guide in 2023, and between the two channels, he spends seven days a week riding, testing, and writing about electric scooters. He has tested dozens of models from dozens of brands and is always on the lookout for the newest and greatest scooters. His current favorite models are the Nami Klima and the NIU KQi3 Max.

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Segway Ninebot E2 Review

The most affordable scooter, with excellent build quality and the backing of the biggest name in the scooter industry. A great commuter that’s fun for the whole family.

Segway Ninebot is one of, if not THE, most recognizable and trusted scooter brands on the planet, and they have a long history of making high-quality, reliable scooters at an extremely affordable price.

For a scooter market at just $300, the E2 really raises the bar on value to cost ratio. The E2 and E2 Plus electric scooters exceed expectations with their remarkable Segway build quality, surprisingly comfortable ride, a good range for the scooter’s weight, and a feature set commonly seen in mid-range scooters.

The ultra-affordable E2 has one of the best center displays in the sub $500 class of scooters. It is large, colored, and readable, which you don’t see too much of in the affordable class. The complete lighting package is another stunner, as is the IP rating, which is a luxury even for some expensive scooters.

The scooter has a real mechanical brake–which may not have the shortest braking distance, but the scooter doesn’t ride very fast either. And like all other scooters with small motors, the E2 does not particularly excel in hill climbing. Therefore, we recommend it for casual city riders or people that live in areas with flat and well-maintained roads.

The E2 is very low-maintenance, thanks to the hollowed solid tires and the drum and electric brake. The grippy rubber mat is easy to clean. And with good care, Segway is renowned for its build quality, so the scooter should serve you for a long time.

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PROS
High-Quality, Good-Looking, And Modernized Design
Low-Maintenance, Lightweight Build
Solid Range For The Price.
The Peace Of Mind Of Buying From The World's Largest And Most Well-Known Brand
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CONS
The Base Model Is On The Slow Side, But It Is Easy To Recommend Upgrading To The E2 Plus For The Extra Speed
Poor Hill-Climbing, But That Is To Be Expected At The Price.

Technical Specifications

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Tested Top Speed:
12.5 mph
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Water Resistance:
IPX4
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Max Rider Weight:
200 lb
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Weight:
32.8 lb
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Tested Range:
10.3 mi
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Acceleration:
-
Based on our independent performance tests which may differ from manufacturer’s claims.
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Our Take: A Commuter on the Extremely Affordable End, But with the Build Quality of a Mid-Range Scooter.

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Technical Specs Comparison
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Model
Segway Ninebot E2
Hiboy S2
Gotrax G3 Plus
Top Speed**
12.5 mph
19.0 mph
18.1 mph
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Range**
10.3 mi
12.7 mi
9.8 mi
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Weight**
32.8 lb
31.9 lb
35.0 lb
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Price
$299
$469
$399
**Based on our independent performance tests which may differ from manufacturer’s claims.
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