Updated September 30, 2026 · CommuteCue Editorial Team
KuKirin vs Mangosteen
KuKirin
Higher score in this comparison
Mangosteen
What sets them apart
| Compare | KuKirinReviewVisitVisit | MangosteenReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle type | Kick scooter | Seated scooter |
| Reference models | KuKirin S1 Max, G2 Pro (ABE), G2 Max, G4 | FT02, FT03, M1P |
| Price from | €259Lower | €488 |
| Top speed (km/h) | 25 | 45 |
| Nominal motor power (W) | 350 | 2,000 |
| Claimed range (km) | 39 | 105Higher |
| Weight (kg) | 16 | 15.7Lower |
| Maximum load (kg) | 120 | 200Higher |
| Tyres | Solid | Tubeless |
| IP rating | IP54 | IP67 |
| Warranty | 24 monthsHigher | 18 months |
| Markets | AT, BE, BG, CZ, DE, DK, EE, ES, FI, FR, GR, HR, HU, IE, IT, LT, LU, LV, NL, PL, PT, RO, SE, SI, SK, GB | AT, BE, BG, CH, CZ, DE, DK, EE, ES, FI, FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, IE, IT, LT, LU, LV, NL, PL, PT, RO, RS, SE, SI, SK, USCovers more |
| Folding | Yes | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Suspension (Yes), Spare parts shop (Yes).
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Key differences
- KuKirin scores higher overall: 9.1 vs 8.9.
- Price from is lower at KuKirin: €259 vs €488.
- Claimed range (km) is higher at Mangosteen: 105 vs 39.
- Weight (kg) is lower at Mangosteen: 15.7 vs 16.
- Maximum load (kg) is higher at Mangosteen: 200 vs 120.
- Warranty is higher at KuKirin: 24 months vs 18 months.
- Support channels: only Mangosteen offers Phone.
- Mangosteen is available in 3 more countries.
- Brakes: only KuKirin offers Disc.
- Brakes: only Mangosteen offers Hydraulic disc.
Our verdict on each
KuKirin
KuKirin suits commuters who want a folding kick-scooter with strong claimed range and a supply of replacement parts behind it. The flagship model claims 39 km of range and carries 120 kg, which leaves headroom for a larger rider, a full backpack or a small dog.
Mangosteen
Mangosteen suits riders who want fat-tire grip and a removable battery at the low end of the price range, priced from €488. The catch is what sits around it: a narrow fat tire line-up, direct-only sales and a battery warranty of 1.5 years.
Score breakdown
| Area | KuKirin | Mangosteen |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.2HigherThe listed starting price of €259 sits below the electric-scooter median of €399. | 9.1Entry at €488 against a listed median of €876.09, though the range reaches €3,999.99. |
| Offer | 9.0HigherClaimed range of 39 km, a warranty of 24 months and replacement parts from the brand itself. | 8.7Throttle, removable battery, hydraulic disc, tubeless tires and spare parts, offset by no finance and a short 1 year frame warranty. |
Where they rank in our lists
| Ranking | KuKirin | Mangosteen |
|---|---|---|
| Road-legal e-scooters | 3 of 9 | 9 of 9 |
| Lightweight e-scooters | 3 of 24 | 19 of 24 |
Choosing between them
Pick KuKirin if offer, price from, and warranty matter most.
Pick Mangosteen if claimed range (km), weight (kg), and maximum load (kg) matter most.
Every fact side by side
| Fact | KuKirin | Mangosteen |
|---|---|---|
| Road-legal in | De | De |
| Brakes | Disc | Hydraulic disc |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | MULBERRIES TECHNOLOGY LIMITED |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | Hong Kong |
| Support channels | Email, PhoneCovers more |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | KuKirin | Mangosteen | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | €259lowest quarter | €488below the median | €499.99 |
| Top speed (km/h) | 25below the median | 45highest quarter | 30 |
| Nominal motor power (W) | 350below the median | 2,000highest quarter | 500 |
| Claimed range (km) | 39lowest quarter | 105above the median | 89.25 |
| Weight (kg) | 16below the median | 15.7below the median | 17.82 |
| Maximum load (kg) | 120below the median | 200highest quarter | 120.2 |
Median across 48 listed brands.
Pros and cons
KuKirin
Pros
- Claimed range of 39 km covers a week of short hops or a long weekend ride on a single charge.
- The line folds and has suspension, so it stows on a train rack and takes the sting out of kerbs and tram rails.
- Replacement parts are sold by the brand and the warranty runs 24 months, so worn items get swapped rather than the whole scooter.
Cons
- Support runs on email only, so a fault mid-ride leads to a written exchange rather than a phone call.
- Road legality covers de only, so riders in other European markets must check their own rules even though the brand ships to AT, BE and BG.
- At 16 kg the heaviest model is a two-handed carry up stairs, and its solid tyres give up some of the comfort a pneumatic tyre would bring.
Mangosteen
Pros
- Entry price of €488 sits under the €876.09 typical of brands listed here
- Removable battery and a throttle make top-ups and standing starts easy on the listed models
- Hydraulic disc brakes, tubeless tires and suspension are standard fittings rather than paid extras
Cons
- Sales run direct, so a test ride or workshop visit has to be arranged with the company itself
- Finance is not offered, so the full €3,999.99 has to be paid up front
- Support runs on email and phone only, with no chat or help centre listed
Who each suits
KuKirin
Who it suits
- Commuters who combine riding with public transport, since the line folds and the heaviest model weighs 16 kg.
- Riders in Germany who need an approved machine, with road legality listed for de and an ABE-approved model in KuKirin S1 Max, G2 Pro (ABE), G2 Max, G4.
- People who keep their scooter long term, backed by a warranty of 24 months and a shop selling replacement parts.
Who should look elsewhere
- Riders who want a wider spread of motor sizes: iSinwheel lists GT2 1200W, GT1 2026 800W, S10MAX 1000W, S9PRO 500W, covering both smaller and larger motors.
- Shoppers who prefer a very short catalogue: HK BEIRUI TRADE CO. lists GT28, K10, a compact model line.
- Anyone cross-checking the model range: AOVO Official lists AOVO T1 Pro, AOVO X9 Promax, AOVO X11, AOVO G2, an overlapping set of names.
Mangosteen
Who it suits
- Riders on sand, snow or rough tracks who want fat tires without a premium price
- Commuters who can charge a removable battery indoors and want a throttle for stop starts
- Buyers who would rather order online and fit parts themselves than visit a dealer
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone wanting a dealer-supported test ride, as sales run direct
- Kalkhoff buyers who want city, hybrid, step-through or eMTB shapes rather than fat tire only
- Tern riders who need cargo, commuter or folding formats, none of which Mangosteen lists
Country by country
| Country | KuKirin | Mangosteen |
|---|---|---|
| Serbia | No | Yes |
| Switzerland | No | Yes |
| United States | No | Yes |
| Austria | Yes | Yes |
| Belgium | Yes | Yes |
| Bulgaria | Yes | Yes |
| Croatia | Yes | Yes |
| Czechia | Yes | Yes |
8 of 29 countries where either is available.
Questions about each
KuKirin
What does the scooter cost, and is there a renewal step?+
The starting price is €259 for the model shown on the product page, a price for the scooter itself rather than a plan, so there is no renewal stage to budget for later. Within the line of KuKirin S1 Max, G2 Pro (ABE), G2 Max, G4, that figure sets the entry point for the whole brand.
How far does it go on a charge?+
Claimed range is 39 km, which reads as a comfortable day of mixed city riding with something in reserve. Real distance moves with load, hills and tyre choice, and the solid tyres on this model trade grip for puncture-free running. Read the claim as a ceiling for gentle riding.
Mangosteen
How much does a Mangosteen e-bike cost?+
Prices run from €488 up to €3,999.99 across the models named as FT02, FT03, M1P. The entry figure sits below the €876.09 typical across listed brands, so the cheaper models are priced well below the field. Cost rises steeply toward €3,999.99 at the top of the range.
What is the cheapest way to buy and does the price change later?+
Bikes are sold direct from the company, with money back offered for 30 days. The figures published are the prices at entry; finance is not offered, so there is no instalment plan to weigh against a later balance. Compare the entry price of €488 with the €1,314.57 upper quartile if you are shopping higher in the range.
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