KuKirin M4 Max vs Segway KickScooter GT1E
Scores and specs side by side: who wins on each, the reasons to choose either one, and our verdict.
Segway KickScooter GT1E wins
Overall score 51 vs 49. It also wins 7 of the specs to 4.
Reasons to choose the KuKirin M4 Max
- Faster top speed (45 km/h vs 25 km/h)
- Lighter (24 kg vs 47.6 kg)
- Easier to carry (75 vs 38)
- Better performance (42 vs 34)
- Charges faster (9.5 h vs 12 h)
Reasons to choose the Segway KickScooter GT1E
- Better range and battery (40 vs 15)
- Bigger battery (1,008 Wh vs 18 Wh)
- More powerful motor (1,500 W vs 1,000 W)
- More comfortable (82 vs 69)
- Better safety kit (87 vs 82)
Verdict
The Segway KickScooter GT1E comes out ahead overall, scoring 51 against 49. Choose the KuKirin M4 Max if you want faster top speed and lighter. Choose the Segway KickScooter GT1E if you want better range and battery and bigger battery.
| Spec | KuKirin M4 Max | Segway KickScooter GT1E |
|---|---|---|
| Score | ||
| Overall score | 49 | 51 |
| Performance | 42 | 34 |
| Range & battery | 15 | 40 |
| Comfort | 69 | 82 |
| Portability | 75 | 38 |
| Safety | 82 | 87 |
| Smart features | 31 | 38 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 45 km/h | 25 km/h |
| Peak power | 1,000 W | 1,500 W |
| Hill climbing | 20° | 23° |
| Max load | 120 kg | 150 kg |
| Drive | Single motor | Single motor |
| Battery & range | ||
| Claimed range | 64 km | 70 km |
| Battery capacity | 18 Wh | 1,008 Wh |
| Battery voltage | 48 V | — |
| Charge time | 9.5 h | 12 h |
| Build & comfort | ||
| Weight | 24 kg | 47.6 kg |
| Wheel size | 10″ | 11″ |
| Suspension | Front and rear spring suspension | Front & rear dual arm suspension with adjustable hydraulic damping |
| Tires | Tubeless pneumatic | Tubeless pneumatic |
| Foldable | Yes | Yes |
| Safety | ||
| Brakes | Front and rear disc with electronic brake | Disc brake (front and rear) and Electronic ABS (rear) |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IPX4 |
| Turn signals | Yes | Yes |
| Smart features | ||
| App control | No | Yes |
| Cruise control | Yes | No |
| Riding modes | Yes | 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.