Updated October 17, 2026 · CommuteCue Editorial Team
Gotrax vs Razor
Gotrax
Razor
Higher score in this comparison
Gotrax vs Razor: the differences
| Compare | GotraxReviewVisitVisit | RazorReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | G4, GXL V2, GX3 | Razor C35, Razor E100, Razor Color Rave |
| Price from | $284 | $119.99Lower |
| Top speed (km/h) | 25 to 32 | 29 |
| Nominal motor power (W) | 250 to 500 | 350 |
| Claimed range (km) | 20 to 40Higher | 29 |
| Weight (kg) | 12.2 | 11.8Lower |
| Maximum load (kg) | 100 to 120Higher | 100 |
| Suspension | YesHas it | No |
| Warranty | 12 to 24 monthsHigher | 3 months |
| Battery capacity (Wh) | 187.2 | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Vehicle type (Kick scooter), Folding (Yes), Tyres (Pneumatic), UL 2272 certified (Yes), Spare parts shop (Yes), Markets (US).
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Key differences
- Razor scores higher overall: 9.2 vs 9.1.
- Price from is lower at Razor: $119.99 vs $284.
- Claimed range (km) is higher at Gotrax: 20 to 40 vs 29.
- Weight (kg) is lower at Razor: 11.8 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 3 months.
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.
Razor
Razor suits US commuters who want a direct-bought kick-scooter at a low entry price, with a spare parts shop and support close at hand. Entry pricing starts at $119.99 and the folding frame keeps it easy to carry onto a train.
Score breakdown
| Area | Gotrax | Razor |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.4Entry at $284 and a 187.2 Wh pack line up with a cost score of 9.4 across the comparison. | 9.9HigherEntry price of $119.99 ranks 3 of 52 brands on price from. |
| Offer | 9.0HigherFolding, suspension and a spare parts shop on a 12.2 kg frame match an offer score of 9. | 8.7Spare parts shop available, support on email, phone and help centre, and a line-up of Razor C35, Razor E100, Razor Color Rave. |
| 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. | 9.1HigherSold as Razor USA LLC in the US, with a UL safety certification and 3 months warranty. |
Choosing between them
Pick Gotrax if offer, claimed range (km), maximum load (kg), and suspension matter most.
Pick Razor if cost, price from, and weight (kg) matter most.
Availability and regulation
| Country | Gotrax | Razor |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | United States | United States |
Available in 1 country for both.
Sources behind this comparison
Gotrax
- gotrax.com: 19 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Razor
- razor.com: 19 facts, checked September 30, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | Gotrax | Razor |
|---|---|---|
| Electric scooters | 7 of 58 | 33 of 58 |
| Lightweight e-scooters | 2 of 24 | 15 of 24 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Gotrax | Razor |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | Not confirmed | Regen |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | Razor USA LLC |
| Headquarters | United States | United States |
| Founded | 2017 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centre | Email, Phone, Help centre |
E-bikes
| Fact | Gotrax | Razor |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Razor | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | $284lowest quarter | $119.99lowest quarter | $429.98 |
| Top speed (km/h) | 25 to 32below the median | 29below the median | 30 |
| Nominal motor power (W) | 250 to 500lowest quarter | 350below the median | 500 |
| Battery capacity (Wh) | 187.2lowest quarter | Not confirmed | 612 |
| Claimed range (km) | 20 to 40below the median | 29lowest quarter | 89.25 |
| Weight (kg) | 12.2lowest quarter | 11.8lowest 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.
Razor
Pros
- Entry price of $119.99 ranks 3 of 52 brands on price from, so the outlay stays small
- A spare parts shop is available, so consumables can be ordered long after the purchase
- Support runs on email, phone and help centre, giving phone, email and help centre routes rather than email alone
Cons
- Sales run to US only, so buyers elsewhere have no local route to these models
- Suspension is not fitted, while 92.3% of the brands in the electric-scooter ranking carry suspension
- Warranty cover runs 3 months, which is brief for a machine ridden daily in all weather
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.
Razor
Who it suits
- US commuters buying direct who want a cheap folding kick-scooter with a spare parts shop on hand
- Riders combining street and train travel, who value folding and a 11.8 kg carry weight
- First-time buyers who want a straightforward, certified scooter without a deep specification sheet
Who should look elsewhere
- Riders outside the US, who should compare iSinwheel or AOVO Official for ranges sold into more markets
- Buyers who want a wider choice of models, where iSinwheel lists GT2 1200W, GT1 2026 800W, S10MAX 1000W, S9PRO 500W
- Anyone needing long range, since a claimed range of 29 km suits daily hops rather than a cross-town commute
Country by country
| Country | Gotrax | Razor |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Yes | Yes |
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.
Razor
How much does a Razor electric scooter cost?+
Scooters start at $119.99 direct from the brand, and that entry price ranks 3 of 52 brands on lowest starting price. It is a one-off purchase cost rather than a rental or subscription. Budget separately for a helmet and a lock, which sit outside the scooter price.
What range does a Razor electric scooter cover?+
The headline entry in Razor C35, Razor E100, Razor Color Rave quotes a claimed range of 29 km. That is a claimed figure, and real distance varies with rider weight, hills, tyre pressure and stop-start riding. Plan on it for daily hops and a station run rather than a long cross-town commute.
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