Updated October 17, 2026 · CommuteCue Editorial Team
Gotrax vs iHoverboard
Gotrax
iHoverboard
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Gotrax vs iHoverboard: the differences
| Compare | GotraxReviewVisitVisit | iHoverboardReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | G4, GXL V2, GX3 | i9, i8, i9Max, i10Plus, iX5S |
| Price from | $284 | £99.99 |
| Top speed (km/h) | 25 to 32 | 30 |
| Nominal motor power (W) | 250 to 500 | 350 |
| Battery capacity (Wh) | 187.2 | 270Higher |
| Claimed range (km) | 20 to 40Higher | 30 |
| Weight (kg) | 12.2 | 12Lower |
| Maximum load (kg) | 100 to 120Higher | 100 |
| Tyres | Pneumatic | Solid |
| Suspension | YesHas it | No |
| Warranty | 12 to 24 monthsHigher | 12 months |
| Markets | US | GB, DE, FR, USCovers more |
| IP rating | Not confirmed | IP54 |
| UL 2272 certified | Yes | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Vehicle type (Kick scooter), Folding (Yes), Spare parts shop (Yes).
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Key differences
- iHoverboard scores higher overall: 9.3 vs 9.1.
- Battery capacity (Wh) is higher at iHoverboard: 270 vs 187.2.
- Claimed range (km) is higher at Gotrax: 20 to 40 vs 30.
- Weight (kg) is lower at iHoverboard: 12 vs 12.2.
- Maximum load (kg) is higher at Gotrax: 100 to 120 vs 100.
- Suspension: only Gotrax.
- Warranty is higher at Gotrax: 12 to 24 months vs 12 months.
- Support channels: only iHoverboard offers Chat.
- Markets: only iHoverboard offers GB, DE, FR.
Our verdict on each
Gotrax
Gotrax suits US commuters who want a folding kick-scooter with suspension and a parts shop behind it, and who will not stretch for a bigger battery. The GXL commuter lists at $284, and the range covers top speeds of 25 to 32 km/h.
iHoverboard
iHoverboard suits commuters who want a folding scooter and a bike range from one seller serving Britain, Germany, France and the US. Entry sits at £99.99 with 12 months of cover, and 270 Wh packs a 30 km claimed range, while 468 Wh tops the bigger bikes.
Score breakdown
| Area | Gotrax | iHoverboard |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.4Entry at $284 and a 187.2 Wh pack line up with a cost score of 9.4 across the comparison. | 9.7HigherPrice from £99.99 puts it 5 of 52 on price from, and cost scores 9.7. |
| Offer | 9.0HigherFolding, suspension and a spare parts shop on a 12.2 kg frame match an offer score of 9. | 8.8Entry priced at £99.99, bikes topping out at £639.99, with finance and 12 months cover; offer scores 8.8. |
| Trust | 8.9In-house service and email, phone and help centre sit behind a trust score of 8.9 for a brand founded in 2017. | Not confirmed |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | Gotrax | iHoverboard |
|---|---|---|
| Electric bikes | 20 of 185 | 71 of 185 |
| Commuter and city e-bikes | 17 of 143 | 49 of 143 |
| Folding e-bikes | 17 of 90 | 40 of 90 |
| Cheap e-bikes | 16 of 80 | 35 of 80 |
| Electric scooters | 7 of 58 | 25 of 58 |
| Lightweight e-scooters | 2 of 24 | 9 of 24 |
Sources behind this comparison
Gotrax
- gotrax.com: 19 facts, checked September 30, 2026
iHoverboard
- ihoverboard.co.uk: 20 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Gotrax | iHoverboard |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | Not confirmed | Disc, Regen |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | LTTGFRS LTD |
| Headquarters | United States | United Kingdom |
| Founded | 2017 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centre | Email, Phone, Chat, Help centreCovers more |
E-bikes
| Fact | Gotrax | iHoverboard |
|---|---|---|
| Bike types | Fat tire, Folding, City, Cargo | Commuter, Folding, Step through |
| Price up to | $1,299 | £639.99 |
| Motor position | Hub | Hub |
| Nominal motor power (W) | 350 to 750 | 250 |
| Assist class | Us class 3 | EU 25 |
| Throttle | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Largest battery (Wh) | Not confirmed | 468 |
| Removable battery | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Maximum payload (kg) | 120 | 150Higher |
| Belt drive | Not confirmed | No |
| Frame warranty | 1 to 2 years | 2 years |
| Battery warranty | 1 to 2 yearsHigher | 0.5 years |
| Sales model | Both | Both |
| Service network | Own | Own |
| Money-back period | 31 daysHigher | 30 days |
| Finance | Yes | Yes |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Gotrax | iHoverboard | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top speed (km/h) | 25 to 32below the median | 30at the median | 30 |
| Nominal motor power (W) | 250 to 500lowest quarter | 350below the median | 500 |
| Battery capacity (Wh) | 187.2lowest quarter | 270lowest quarter | 612 |
| Claimed range (km) | 20 to 40below the median | 30lowest quarter | 89.25 |
| Weight (kg) | 12.2lowest quarter | 12lowest quarter | 17.82 |
| Maximum load (kg) | 100 to 120below the median | 100lowest quarter | 120.2 |
Median across 48 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Gotrax
Pros
- Folding and suspension are both standard, which suits a commute that mixes train, pavement and a walk at the far end.
- A 187.2 Wh pack keeps the entry commuter at 12.2 kg, light enough to carry rather than lock away.
- Claimed range of 20 to 40 km and top speed of 25 to 32 km/h suit short urban hops, and finance is available at the dearer end.
Cons
- Shipping is listed for US only, so riders elsewhere have no listed market for delivery or warranty work.
- The motor sits in the hub, which adds weight and costs some efficiency on climbs against a mid-drive.
- A warranty of 12 to 24 months is shorter than buyers who keep a scooter for years would hope for.
iHoverboard
Pros
- Price from £99.99 puts the brand at 5 of 52 on the site, so entry is priced at the sharp end.
- Finance is available and the bike range tops out at £639.99, so the pricier frames can be spread rather than paid outright.
- Support runs on email, phone and chat with servicing in-house, and a spare parts shop lets wear parts be ordered directly.
Cons
- Suspension is absent on the scooter, so the ride suits smooth urban routes more than broken ones.
- Belt drive is absent on the bike, so the drivetrain is the part that needs regular attention.
- Battery capacity of 270 Wh ranks 16 of 20 brands on the site, well under 436.7 Wh.
Who each suits
Gotrax
Who it suits
- US commuters who want one folding kick-scooter for train, pavement and short road links.
- Riders who care more about a spare parts shop and in-house service than about battery size.
- Value buyers, since entry pricing sits at 10 of 52 brands in the comparison.
Who should look elsewhere
- AOVO Official, if you want a longer named line-up than G4, GXL V2, GX3 and more variants to pick between.
- iSinwheel, if the higher-output models in GT2 1200W, GT1 2026 800W, S10MAX 1000W, S9PRO 500W match your riding better.
- HK BEIRUI TRADE CO., if a shorter catalogue such as GT28, K10 is the sort of choice you want.
iHoverboard
Who it suits
- Commuters who want a kick scooter that folds and weighs 12 kg, so it can go on a train or under a desk.
- Riders buying scooters and bikes from one seller, with commuter, folding and step through frames, finance and a spare parts shop under the same roof.
- Readers who want an own-brand shop to put against iSinwheel and AOVO Official, weighing i9, i8, i9Max, i10Plus, iX5S against GT2 1200W, GT1 2026 800W, S10MAX 1000W, S9PRO 500W and AOVO T1 Pro, AOVO X9 Promax, AOVO X11, AOVO G2.
Who should look elsewhere
- Riders after a belt drive or suspension, since both are absent from the parts of the range described.
- Long-distance commuters, because 270 Wh sits well under 436.7 Wh for the site, so pack size is worth weighing against iSinwheel or AOVO Official first.
- Buyers shopping outside GB, DE and FR, where neither the range nor the service network reaches.
Country by country
| Country | Gotrax | iHoverboard |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | No | Yes |
| United States | Yes | No |
Questions about each
Gotrax
What does a Gotrax kick-scooter cost?+
The entry commuter lists at $284, and prices across the full range reach $1,299. Named models cover G4, GXL V2, GX3, with the fat-tire and cargo shapes sitting at the dearer end of that list. Finance is available, so the higher-priced variants can be spread over time rather than settled at the start.
How far does a Gotrax scooter go on a charge?+
Claimed range is 20 to 40 km on a 187.2 Wh battery. That is a manufacturer figure, so hills, a heavier rider and cold weather all cut the real distance. Plan around a daily commute and the pack is comfortable; plan a long weekend route and a bigger pack from another brand suits better.
iHoverboard
What does entry cost, and can the bigger bikes be financed?+
Entry is priced at £99.99, which places the brand at 5 of 52 brands on the site for price from. The bike side is wider, with commuter, folding and step-through frames (commuter, folding and step through) and prices topping out at £639.99. Finance is available, so a larger frame can be spread rather than paid in one sum.
How far does one charge go?+
The folding scooter carries 270 Wh and a 30 km claimed range, a headline figure rather than an independent check. Larger bikes take 468 Wh, so the extra capacity sits on the bike models rather than the scooter. At 12 kg, the scooter is a short-commute machine with a 100 kg load limit for errands.
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Gotrax
iHoverboard