Before writing this, I read the written reviews and watched the video reviews of the MAX G3 Plus, from lab-style range and braking tests to long ride-alongs on YouTube. This Segway MAX G3 Plus review roundup pulls out the verdicts I found most useful and what I think they mean for your daily ride. The MAX G3 Plus has an MSRP of $1,499.99.
Some context first. The MAX G3 Plus builds on the MAX G3 with a bigger battery, a new braking system and dedicated rear turn signals. Across the reviews, the same three themes kept coming up: range you can plan around, being seen in traffic and a ride that stays comfortable on rough city streets.
What the Written Reviews Found
Rider Guide: 98 out of 100
Rider Guide ran range, speed, hill and braking tests and scored the scooter 98 out of 100. Its conclusion is about as direct as a review gets: “The MAX G3 Plus is the most complete commuter scooter we have tested.” Read the Rider Guide review.
Tom’s Guide: the rear turn signals
Tom’s Guide named the MAX G3 Plus Best Electric Scooter in its 2026 awards. Reviewer Mike Prospero, who had found the original’s signals hard to see from behind, wrote: “The biggest thing Segway added to the Max G3 Plus is rear turn signals.” Read the Tom’s Guide article.
Electrek: a more honest range number
Electrek focused on how Segway now rates range, and I agree with its take: “Measuring usable range instead of ‘until the scooter finally crawls to a stop’ feels like a much more consumer-friendly approach.” Read the Electrek article.
SlashGear: easy to enjoy
SlashGear took the scooter on vacation. Hauling it in a car was less convenient, but the ride won the reviewer over: “This thing is so much fun to ride.” Read the SlashGear review.
What the Video Reviewers Found
If you would rather see the scooter in action, these are the videos I would start with. Freshly Charged’s full review is the most thorough, and its written version ends with a clear verdict: “For quality, comfort, safety, and security in one well-rounded commuter package, the G3 Plus is the newest, most complete category benchmark.” Read the Freshly Charged review.
Electric Scooter Guide spent a lot of its review on ride quality and came away calling it “one of the most comfortable city riding electric scooters that you can find on the market today.” Watch the Electric Scooter Guide review.
A few more worth your time, depending on what you want to see:
- Ginger on Wheels runs three full range tests, in ECO, DRIVE and SPORT.
- Juiced Joyrides asks whether this might be the ultimate commuter scooter.
- Kevin the Tech Ninja asks whether a $1,499 scooter is worth it.
- Kim Java calls it the scooter everyone wants right now.
What These Reviews Mean for Your Commute
Here is how I would read all of this if I were choosing a commuter scooter.
Range you can plan around. Segway now measures range until top speed drops to 60%, so the rated numbers are closer to the distance you can ride at a useful speed, not the last few miles of crawling home.
Being seen in traffic. The rear turn signals sit where drivers behind you can see them, and the underglow lights flash with the indicators.
Comfort on rough streets. 11-inch self-sealing tires and front and rear hydraulic suspension take the sting out of cracked pavement, which is the point Electric Scooter Guide kept coming back to.
The 2.4-inch TFT display adds turn-by-turn navigation, and the Segway Mobility app handles AirLock auto unlock, Apple Find My and charging schedules. My MAX G3 Plus commuter guide walks through how to set these up.
Things to Know Before You Buy
- Weight: at approx. 56 lbs, it folds but is heavy to carry up long flights of stairs.
- Top speed and local rules: it ships at 20 mph; 28 mph is for places where local law permits it.
- Range varies: the 56-mile rating is for ECO mode, the slowest speed mode; faster modes, hills, cold temperatures and heavier loads reduce it.
- Faster charging costs extra: the approx. 3-hour charge time needs a second charger, sold separately.
- Water resistance: the IPX6 scooter body and IPX7 battery help provide protection against wet conditions. Do not ride on slippery roads, submerge it or ride through deep water.
Who the MAX G3 Plus Is For
I would point the MAX G3 Plus at daily commuters who ride several miles each way, mix bike lanes with traffic and want long range without moving up to a heavy performance scooter. If you already own a MAX G3, read MAX G3 Plus vs. MAX G3: Should You Upgrade? before you decide. For more on everyday riding, see the health benefits of riding an electric scooter.
MAX G3 Plus at a Glance
| Spec | Segway MAX G3 Plus |
|---|---|
| Battery | 717 Wh, IPX7-rated battery pack |
| Rated range | Up to 56 miles in ECO mode |
| Motor | 850 W nominal, 2200 W max power |
| Top speed | 20 mph by default; up to 28 mph with High Speed enabled in the app, where permitted by law |
| Brakes | Front and rear double-action piston disc brakes, 140 mm rotors, Intelligent Braking System |
| Lights | 6 W automatic headlight, front and rear turn signals, brake light |
| Tires | 11-inch tubeless self-sealing |
| Weight / max payload | Approx. 56 lbs / 286 lbs |
| MSRP | $1,499.99 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Segway MAX G3 Plus cost?
The MAX G3 Plus has an MSRP of $1,499.99.
How far can the MAX G3 Plus go on a charge?
Segway rates it at up to 56 miles in ECO mode, 36 miles in DRIVE, 28 miles in SPORT and 22 miles in SPORT+. Real range depends on rider weight, speed, hills, temperature and tire pressure.
How fast is the MAX G3 Plus?
It is set to 20 mph from the factory. You can enable High Speed in the Segway Mobility app for up to 28 mph where local law permits, and Boost Mode takes it from 0 to 15 mph in 2.4 seconds.
Is the MAX G3 Plus water resistant?
The IPX6 scooter body and IPX7 battery help provide protection against wet conditions. Do not ride on slippery roads, submerge it or ride through deep water.