Product Review · Electric Scooters · #5 Ranked
Segway Ninebot F3
Lightweight mid-range commuter · Reviewed by Drew · amazon.com live, Sept 28 2026
Why it scored a 79
At $799.99, the Segway Ninebot F3 is the portable pick of the Segway line, a 42-pound magnesium-frame commuter with self-sealing tubeless tires and a front disc brake. Quality reaches 84 and features 82 for IPX6 sealing, Apple Find My and AirLock, while value sits at 78 and warranty at 55, since it costs the same as the longer-range MAX G2. The caveat is charging: there is no built-in fast charger, so a full fill takes about eight hours, and the 44-mile claim only holds in Eco. It fits riders who carry a scooter up stairs or onto transit.
What you're getting
- Up to 1000W peak class motor, 20 mph top speed
- 44-mile Eco claim, realistic 20-25 miles
- About 8-hour charge; optional 460 Wh range extender
- 42 lb magnesium alloy frame, 265 lb max load
- 10-inch self-sealing tubeless tires, hydraulic front fork
- Front disc plus rear electronic brake, TFT display
- IPX6 rated, UL 2271 and UL 2272 certified
- Apple Find My and AirLock; 1-year warranty, no fast charger
ViperScore breakdown
At a glance
- 20 mph top speed, 42 lb magnesium frame
- 44-mile claimed range, IPX6 rated
- Front disc brake, self-sealing tubeless
- Price$799.99
- TierLightweight mid-range commuter
- Category rank#5 of 10
Should you buy the Segway Ninebot F3?
The Segway Ninebot F3 is the mid-range Segway for someone who has to carry the scooter. Its 42 lb magnesium alloy frame is more than 11 lb lighter than the MAX G2 at the same $799.99 price, and it keeps most of the essentials: 20 mph, a hydraulic front fork, 10 inch self-sealing tubeless tires, a front disc brake, IPX6 sealing and Apple Find My. The trade is range and charging. If you ride farther than 20 miles or want a built-in fast charger, the MAX G2 is the better fit; if you walk up stairs with the scooter, buy the F3.
Where it earns its score
- Lightest of the Segways. The 42 lb magnesium frame is the reason to pick this over the MAX G2, and it still carries a 265 lb rider.
- Quality scores 84. Front hydraulic fork, front disc brake, TFT display and UL 2271 and UL 2272 battery certification.
- Best water rating in its price class. IPX6, matching the $1,000 MAX G3.
- Optional range extender. A 460 Wh add-on battery is available for riders who want more than the standard 20 to 25 real miles.
What to know first
- Warranty is the lowest factor at 55. One year limited, the same as every Segway in this ranking.
- Slow charging. About eight hours from empty, and there is no fast charger option.
- Range is modest. The 44 mile Eco claim translates to 20 to 25 miles in practice, a few miles short of the MAX G2.
- Rear brake is electronic only. The front disc does the real work; there is no mechanical rear brake.
Our verdict
The Segway Ninebot F3 scores 79, Fair Buy, ranking fifth in electric scooters. It earns that spot for riders who prioritize weight over range. If carrying the scooter is not part of your day, the Segway Ninebot MAX G2 (81, $799.99) gives you more range, a built-in charger and a higher score for the same price.
Segway Ninebot MAX G2
Questions buyers ask
How much does the Segway Ninebot F3 weigh?
42 lb, thanks to a magnesium alloy frame. That is 11.5 lb lighter than the MAX G2.
Does the Segway F3 have a fast charger?
No. It takes about eight hours to charge fully, and there is no fast-charge option. A 460 Wh range extender is sold separately.
Is the Segway Ninebot F3 worth it over the MAX G2?
Only if weight matters. The F3 scores 79 to the G2's 81 and gives up range and the built-in charger to save 11.5 lb at the same price.
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Segway Ninebot F3 · ViperScore 79 · Fair Buy · $799.99
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