KuKirin M4 Max vs Ninebot E3 E
Scores and specs side by side: who wins on each, the reasons to choose either one, and our verdict.
KuKirin M4 Max wins
Overall score 49 vs 46. It also wins 8 of the specs to 7.
Reasons to choose the KuKirin M4 Max
- Better performance (42 vs 12)
- Faster top speed (45 km/h vs 25 km/h)
- Longer claimed range (64 km vs 45 km)
- Better brakes (Front and rear disc with electronic brake vs Front drum brake and rear electronic brake)
- More powerful motor (1,000 W vs 800 W)
Reasons to choose the Ninebot E3 E
- Bigger battery (276 Wh vs 18 Wh)
- More smart features (56 vs 31)
- Easier to carry (90 vs 75)
- Lighter (17.5 kg vs 24 kg)
- Charges faster (5.5 h vs 9.5 h)
Verdict
The KuKirin M4 Max comes out ahead overall, scoring 49 against 46. Choose the KuKirin M4 Max if you want better performance and faster top speed. Choose the Ninebot E3 E if you want bigger battery and more smart features.
| Spec | KuKirin M4 Max | Ninebot E3 E |
|---|---|---|
| Score | ||
| Overall score | 49 | 46 |
| Performance | 42 | 12 |
| Range & battery | 15 | 17 |
| Comfort | 69 | 69 |
| Portability | 75 | 90 |
| Safety | 82 | 81 |
| Smart features | 31 | 56 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 45 km/h | 25 km/h |
| Peak power | 1,000 W | 800 W |
| Hill climbing | 20° | 18° |
| Max load | 120 kg | 100 kg |
| Drive | Single motor | Single motor |
| Battery & range | ||
| Claimed range | 64 km | 45 km |
| Battery capacity | 18 Wh | 276 Wh |
| Battery voltage | 48 V | 36 V |
| Charge time | 9.5 h | 5.5 h |
| Build & comfort | ||
| Weight | 24 kg | 17.5 kg |
| Wheel size | 10″ | 10″ |
| Suspension | Front and rear spring suspension | Dual elastomer suspension |
| Tires | Tubeless pneumatic | Tubeless pneumatic |
| Foldable | Yes | Yes |
| Safety | ||
| Brakes | Front and rear disc with electronic brake | Front drum brake and rear electronic brake |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IPX5 |
| Turn signals | Yes | Yes |
| Smart features | ||
| App control | No | Yes |
| GPS tracking | No | Yes |
| Cruise control | Yes | No |
| Riding modes | Yes | Yes |
| OTA updates | No | Yes |
Ticks mark the better value; values within 3% (or 3 score points) count as a draw. A dash means the spec isn't published.