Gotrax GX3 vs Apollo Phantom 2.0
Two of the electric scooters in our best electric scooters: segway-ninebot, niu, apollo, hiboy, gotrax comparison, lined up spec by spec. Every figure comes from the manufacturer pages linked below, and the scores use the same published formula as the full ranking.
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Best for: Dual 1000 W motors, 1350 Wh, 38 mph
Check price at AmazonBest for: Dual-motor 44 mph scooter, IP66
Check price at AmazonSpec-by-spec comparison
Green marks the better published figure. "Not listed" means the manufacturer doesn't publish it.
| Spec | Gotrax GX3 | Apollo Phantom 2.0 | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rated motor powerNominal (rated) motor output as the maker states it, combined for dual-motor scooters. Peak figures appear in the notes. Apollo publishes only peak figures, so its scooters score as the lowest rated figure. Anything above 1000 W scores the same as 1000 W. | 2000 W | Not listed | 20% |
| Battery capacityBattery capacity in watt-hours. Where the maker lists only volts and amp-hours, we multiply them (for example 48 V x 15 Ah = 720 Wh) and say so in the product's notes. | 1350 Wh | 1404 Wh | 20% |
| Claimed rangeThe maker's maximum range claim, usually at low speed with a 165 lb rider. Treat it as a comparison figure, not a promise. | 60 mi | 50 mi | 15% |
| Top speedThe highest speed the maker lists, including app-unlocked modes. Anything above 30 mph scores the same as 30 mph. Local speed limits for scooters are often lower (see the guide). | 38 mph | 44 mph | 10% |
| Max rider loadThe heaviest rider the maker rates the scooter for. | 300 lb | 330 lb | 15% |
| Scooter weightLighter scooters are easier to carry onto a train or up stairs. | 94 lb | 102 lb | 10% |
| Water resistanceThe water digit of the IP rating the maker lists for the scooter (IPX5, IP55 and IP65 all count as 5). | IPX4 class (splashes) | IPX6 class (powerful jets) | 10% |
| Motor | Dual 1000 W (2000 W combined) | Dual 1750 W peak (3500 W combined peak; rated power not listed) | info |
| Battery | 1350 Wh | 52 V 27 Ah (1404 Wh, computed) | info |
| Water rating | IP54 | IP66 | info |
| RidePick score | 7.4/10 | 6.5/10 | 100% |
Where each one comes out ahead
Gotrax GX3
Better published figure on: Claimed range, Scooter weight.
What we like
- Top rated motor power in this comparison (2000 W)
Watch out for
Apollo Phantom 2.0
Better published figure on: Battery capacity, Top speed, Max rider load, Water resistance.
What we like
- Top top speed in this comparison (44 mph)
- Top max rider load in this comparison (330 lb)
- Top water resistance in this comparison (IPX6 class (powerful jets))
Watch out for
- Rated motor power not published by Apollo
Verdict
Apollo lists 44 vs 38 mph, IP66 vs IP54 and 330 vs 300 lb; Gotrax lists a 2000 W rated figure (Apollo gives only peak) and 60 vs 50 mi.
- Gotrax GX3: Gotrax: GX3
- Apollo Phantom 2.0: Apollo: Phantom 2.0