Updated October 21, 2026 · CommuteCue Editorial Team
Gotrax vs Inmotion
Gotrax
Higher score in this comparison
Inmotion
What sets them apart
| Compare | GotraxReviewVisitVisit | InmotionReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | G4, GXL V2, GX3 | RS JET, Climber, C10, S1F |
| Price from | $284Lower | $399 |
| Top speed (km/h) | 25 to 32 | 35 |
| Nominal motor power (W) | 250 to 500 | 700 |
| Battery capacity (Wh) | 187.2 | 374.4Higher |
| Claimed range (km) | 20 to 40 | 40 |
| Weight (kg) | 12.2Lower | 28.1 |
| Maximum load (kg) | 100 to 120 | 120.2Higher |
| Warranty | 12 to 24 monthsHigher | 12 months |
| IP rating | Not confirmed | IPX5 |
| UL 2272 certified | Yes | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Vehicle type (Kick scooter), Folding (Yes), Tyres (Pneumatic), Suspension (Yes), Spare parts shop (Yes), Markets (US).
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Key differences
- Price from is lower at Gotrax: $284 vs $399.
- Battery capacity (Wh) is higher at Inmotion: 374.4 vs 187.2.
- Weight (kg) is lower at Gotrax: 12.2 vs 28.1.
- Maximum load (kg) is higher at Inmotion: 120.2 vs 100 to 120.
- Warranty is higher at Gotrax: 12 to 24 months vs 12 months.
- Support channels: only Inmotion offers Chat.
- Founded is lower at Inmotion: 2012 vs 2017.
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.
Inmotion
Inmotion suits commuters who want suspension and folding at a modest outlay, and a claimed 40 km of range covers an ordinary week of short hops. Read the 12 months warranty term and the listed US market before you order, and you will know exactly what you are buying.
Score breakdown
| Area | Gotrax | Inmotion |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.4HigherEntry at $284 and a 187.2 Wh pack line up with a cost score of 9.4 across the comparison. | 9.0$399 is a low entry point, and Inmotion sits 16 of 52 brands on price. |
| Offer | 9.0Folding, suspension and a spare parts shop on a 12.2 kg frame match an offer score of 9. | 9.0Suspension, folding, 374.4 Wh and 120.2 kg of load capacity sit together in a lower priced line. |
| 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. | 9.4HigherSupport runs on email, phone and chat, the spare parts shop is available, and trading started in 2012. |
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | Gotrax | Inmotion |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | United States | Not confirmed |
How the counts compare
| Fact | Gotrax | Inmotion |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $284 | $399 |
| Battery capacity (Wh) | 187.2 | 374.4 |
| Claimed range (km) | 20 to 40 | 40 |
| Weight (kg) | 12.2 | 28.1 |
| Maximum load (kg) | 100 to 120 | 120.2 |
| Warranty | 12 to 24 months | 12 months |
Where they rank in our lists
| Ranking | Gotrax | Inmotion |
|---|---|---|
| Electric scooters | 7 of 58 | 9 of 58 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Gotrax | Inmotion |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | Not confirmed | Disc |
| Headquarters | United States | Not confirmed |
| Founded | 2017 | 2012Lower |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centre | Email, Phone, Chat, Help centreCovers more |
E-bikes
| Fact | Gotrax | Inmotion |
|---|---|---|
| Bike types | Fat tire, Folding, City, Cargo | Not confirmed |
| Price up to | $1,299 | Not confirmed |
| Motor position | Hub | Not confirmed |
| Nominal motor power (W) | 350 to 750 | Not confirmed |
| Assist class | Us class 3 | Not confirmed |
| Throttle | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Maximum payload (kg) | 120 | Not confirmed |
| Frame warranty | 1 to 2 years | Not confirmed |
| Battery warranty | 1 to 2 years | Not confirmed |
| Sales model | Both | Not confirmed |
| Service network | Own | Not confirmed |
| Money-back period | 31 days | Not confirmed |
| Finance | Yes | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Gotrax | Inmotion | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | $284lowest quarter | $399below the median | $429.98 |
| Top speed (km/h) | 25 to 32below the median | 35above the median | 30 |
| Nominal motor power (W) | 250 to 500lowest quarter | 700highest quarter | 500 |
| Battery capacity (Wh) | 187.2lowest quarter | 374.4below the median | 612 |
| Claimed range (km) | 20 to 40below the median | 40below the median | 89.25 |
| Weight (kg) | 12.2lowest quarter | 28.1highest quarter | 17.82 |
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.
Inmotion
Pros
- Suspension plus pneumatic tires, a comfort pairing that budget folders often leave out.
- Support covers email, phone and chat and a spare parts shop is available, so a repair does not mean starting from nothing.
- 120.2 kg of rated load suits heavier riders and anyone carrying a laptop and a weekly shop.
Cons
- The listed market is US, so riders elsewhere have thinner servicing and warranty cover than the spec sheet implies.
- At 28.1 kg, lifting the scooter is the hard part of the package, which matters for anyone hopping onto trains or buses.
- 374.4 Wh of battery ranks 12 of 20 on capacity, so range is not this brand's strongest claim.
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.
Inmotion
Who it suits
- Commuters who want suspension, pneumatic tires and folding without paying a premium.
- Riders in US who want support on email, phone and chat and a spare parts shop behind the scooter.
- Heavier riders, with 120.2 kg of rated load and a 374.4 Wh battery sized for a real commute.
Who should look elsewhere
- Buyers who want more motor sizes to weigh up: iSinwheel lists GT2 1200W, GT1 2026 800W, S10MAX 1000W, S9PRO 500W, a wider spread than RS JET, Climber, C10, S1F.
- Shoppers who would rather study a small line-up in depth: HK BEIRUI TRADE CO. lists GT28, K10.
Country by country
| Country | Gotrax | Inmotion |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Inmotion
What does an Inmotion e-scooter cost?+
Inmotion's price from $399 places it 16 of 52 brands on entry price in our data. That is a single purchase rather than a subscription, and the line covers RS JET, Climber, C10, S1F, so there is headroom above the entry model if you want to step up later.
How far does an Inmotion scooter go on a charge?+
Claimed range is 40 km on the listed model, drawn from a 374.4 Wh battery. Treat that as the optimistic end rather than a promise, since hills, cold weather and a fast rider all pull it down. What matters is whether your round trip fits inside that number with room left over.
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