KQi2

Test it in person. I have friend who is 5'1" 90lbs ... and a 40lbs scooter is too much for the her. She ended up picking up a NIU KQi2 which was just a hair over 40lbs. Her bf picked up the ETWOW GT (specifically the fluidfreeride version) - and that was much more manageable in weight and size for her. She was more easily able to take it up her porch steps leading into her apartment as its both more compact (less unweildy) and way lighter. But its significantly less of a real scooter. They both hated it, especially handlebar ergonomics (they're short). I also have the ETWOW GT and a NIU KQI 100p (last year's FOTM budget scooter). And they are worlds apart in ease of carry. But the ETWOW GT Sport is.... full of compromises. It needs to be tested. If you need to haul it and lift it - reconsider or test carrying a scooter of that weight up and down your area. Its painful to swing it around - having it bang against the side of your body. And at nearly half your body weight - difficult to balance and maneuver. If its too much you'll end up using it less than you want. If its something you can roll straight out of your garage and never fold it - grab whatever you need. Also keep in mind that lighter scooters are easier to maneuver - you can lift the back or front end and turn it. While heavier scooters, you may see yourself doing K turns/multi point turns (off the scooter) just to turn it around.

I have a KQi2 and I can buy a spare tire on AliExpress.

Here you go with that tweak applied: I picked up a KQi2 during an Amazon sale about two years ago to replace my Ninebot ES3. I live in Washington, DC, which is a fairly dense city, so I needed something more reliable that could also handle slight inclines. Since then, it’s been a very solid workhorse. I use it for commuting to the office, grocery trips, and generally getting around the city more efficiently. It has more than paid for itself through the money I’ve saved on monthly Metro passes, though it’s now starting to show its age. Which is still commendable given the only maintenance I do is maintaining the tire pressure, and keeping the wheels lubricated. It’s still fairly zippy, but the battery doesn’t last nearly as long as it used to, and I’ve found myself needing to recharge it more frequently. The plastic body is also prone to scrapes and scratches, but those are purely cosmetic and don’t affect performance. My biggest complaint is the regenerative braking. I keep it turned off, but there have been random occasions when it turns itself back on or makes the brakes extremely sensitive. If I brake too hard when this happens, it feels like I could easily be thrown off. Weirdly enough, simply turning the scooter off and back on usually fixes the issue.

I had an niu kq2 as well. Ran over a tack. A literal tack. It's totaled lol. Costs almost as much to get it repaired with a new front tire as it would to buy one new. Last time I get a tired with an inner tuber

This isn't the wheel with the motor tho. That was the one that popped for me. I was told via email I had to ship it to you.

I just went from a Kqi2 to max G3. Night and day difference, NIU I got used but ran beautifully all weather and down curbs. Put a lot of miles on it before their common issues with error codes. Segways new lineup with all the tech and suspension feels great. Horrible battery though.

I do fine-ish with a kqi2 in flat ass Florida. Traveled to NC last week. I had to kick going up hills. Also weigh 260. Food for thought.

For flats and small hills, look into NIU KQi2. It’s okay for standard roads and costs about $500. If you need more torque for steep climbs, I’d suggest Backfire M8 Rover. It’s been my goto lately because it doesn't struggle uphill. And the samsung battery cells are impressive,very consistent performance. It’s a bit pricier around $700, but worth it if you need that extra kick.