(checked 2026-10-11)Small sample (392 ratings). The listing also offers Max G2, Max G3 Plus and G30LP styles; reviews shown are labeled 'Style: MAX G3', but we didn't confirm the ratings aren't pooled.
Tom's Guide's pick for long distances and CNET's pick for speed, safety and style: 28 mph, dual suspension, 11-inch tires, disc brakes, turn signals and Apple Find My. It weighs 54 lb, the throttle could be jerky (partly fixed by firmware), and Tom's Guide's hard riding got far less than the claimed range. About 14% of Amazon ratings are 1-2 stars.
Real-world range: Claimed 50 miles in Eco mode or 25 miles in Sport mode. In its review, Tom's Guide calculated about 11 miles riding hard in Sport mode; its roundup reports about 17-20 miles riding hills at top speed.
Weight: 54.2 lb (Tom's Guide); CNET says 54 lb
Recalls (CPSC): No CPSC recall found for the Max G3. Segway's older Max G30P and Max G30LP were recalled on 2025-03-20 (CPSC 25-193, about 220,000 units) because the folding mechanism could fail.
Top complaints
- Twitchy throttle
Tom's Guide found that pressing the throttle partway could make it lurch forward, and it briefly slowed after potholes. A firmware update helped somewhat. Amazon owners are mixed on maneuverability.
- Range depends heavily on riding style
Claimed 50 miles (Eco) or 25 miles (Sport). Tom's Guide's review worked out about 11 miles riding hard in Sport mode. Amazon owners are mixed on battery life, with some reporting battery issues.
- Heavy
At about 54 lb, Tom's Guide says you'll want something lighter if you carry it up or down stairs.
Source: Tom's Guide (best electric scooters), CNET
What owners love
- Smooth ride and strong on hills
Dual suspension and 11-inch tires; Tom's Guide climbed a 6% grade at about 22 mph and a 10% grade at about 17 mph. Amazon owners call the ride incredibly smooth.
- Safety and security features
Handlebar turn signals, disc brakes, traction control, AirLock auto-locking, Apple Find My and a loop for a bike lock (Tom's Guide, CNET).
- Solid build
Amazon owners praise its build quality and say it's well worth the money. CNET notes Segway's track record.
- You have to carry it up stairs
- You want rear turn signals (see the Max G3 Plus)
- Your local speed limit for scooters is 15-20 mph
- Long commutes and hilly routes
- Keeping up with city traffic (28 mph)
- Riders who want Find My and app locking
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What experts say
- Tom's Guide (best electric scooters): Best for long distances (updated 2026-07-29): updated design, smooth ride and powerful on hills; the accelerator can be twitchy and range varies greatly.
- CNET: Best mix of speed, safety and style (list last updated December 2025): practical, commuter-friendly and from a big-name brand.
- RiderGuide (formerly Electric Scooter Guide), best electric scooters: RiderGuide's best overall is the newer Max G3 Plus (RG Score 98), which adds rear turn signals and a bigger 717 Wh battery; it measured 21.2 miles with a 200 lb rider.