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Electric Scooter 5

Xiaomi Electric Scooter 5

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Sentiment score83% positive
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Last updated: Jul 6, 2026

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Reddit IconDarkVoid42
3 months ago

xiaomi 5 is what i bring along on mine obviously GA only. but mine is likely bigger than yours. i store ebikes and escooters behind the pilot seat. https://preview.redd.it/84c17c7hs1vg1.jpeg?width=1536&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=70699b90ec6196926aea8fbb2e725947297b660a ive posted this before. my ebikes (carbo model x) fit just fine. so do my xiaomi 5 scootys.

4 months ago

reliability, portability, payload and range. 20Kg is a good number for max and min weight. 60Km advertised means a 15 km real world (range listed / 4 - basically 30Km round trip). 100Kg is good for max payload. thats you + a bag. suspension is necessary for light gravel and for not getting thrown off when hitting a pothole. the motor power is a wash, some advertised peak, some continuous. so a 350W could be a 700W and a 500W could be a 250W. depending on the brand. so basically ignore it. i would get a xiaomi 5. not a 6. because its the perfect balance of all the factors.

5 months ago

try the xiaomi 5. i like mine and it will easily do 16 miles.

about 2 months ago

get a xiaomi 5. excellent range and weight.

3 months ago

xiaomi 5. its excellent. i ride thru rain no problem. even salt water is not an issue. the 5 standard has 30 km real world range (60 claimed). heres mine - [https://www.reddit.com/r/ElectricScooters/comments/1rn8up4/scooty\_on\_a\_yacht\_xiaomi\_electric\_scooter\_5/](https://www.reddit.com/r/ElectricScooters/comments/1rn8up4/scooty_on_a_yacht_xiaomi_electric_scooter_5/)

about 1 month ago

xiaomi 5 or navee equivalent like a GT5 pro is your best bet. im 6'3" and it fits me perfectly. edit: due to your weight i would go for a navee ut5 max (or ut5 ultra x might be better) instead.

4 months ago

i recommend trying to jump out of a moving car at 30mph+ then decide if something like a xiaomi 5 would be better. mine goes 40 miles easy. and weighs waay less than 70lbs.

Reddit IconDphz2712
7 months ago

Hi, I was in this exact situation when choosing which to get for my daily commute. I ended up choosing the Xiaomi Scooter 5 (non-pro version). The reasons being that someone on this sub mentions the better drive train since the xiaomi 5 use 48V instead of E3's 36V one. It is a bit heavier tho: 20kg but the frame is very solid and has no rattle when riding on cobble stone streets.

Reddit IconFievetDan
7 months ago

Hi, having tested the two brands on two models roughly similar to when I started and now riding in hyper trot, I will try to give you my opinion. The Xiaomi is very good value for money, indeed as another comment says it has a superior battery but honestly between the two you will gain like 5km; honestly you can't even count it as an advantage. Concerning its power, both are already light, but it remains below. The drum brake can be an advantage as well as a defect, less maintenance but less qualitative braking. If you're not used to it, it's very good because braking that is too optimal (dry) could send you into trouble. In general, the Xiaomi, like all their products, are very good value for money. The specs are good for this kind of price. However, on this specific example, I would lean more towards the segway, from my experience On this model, it has slightly more power, better braking, and above all exceptional reliability. I rode a Segway for 3 years before encountering a problem that wasn't even a problem. My Xiaomi lasted 2 years before having a drop in battery. I was even able to ride in the rain countless times, there is no official IPX but the finish is so clean that it replaces the certification. Concerning the application however, it is limited compared to that of Xiaomi. Verdict? If you are looking for classic, very good value for money with a slightly better battery: take the Xiaomi If you are looking for reliability, finish and overall the best quality, take the Segway 40€ difference for higher quality is really advantageous. If when you want to buy the difference between the Xiaomi and the Segway is 100€, it is no longer worth it. Here I hope I was easily understood. Once again this is just my experience, we don't have everything the same. Even if I preferred Segway, I was not disappointed with the Xiaomi. Your two choices are in agreement with your research in all cases.

Reddit Icongoogle0593
5 months ago

I use Xiaomi Electric Scooter 5 (non Pro). I get about 25 to 30 km in sports mode. $899 currently. Easier to park than an ebike. I take mine to the office, park and fold it under my desk.

Reddit Iconsmoothappraisal0
7 months ago

The parts availability thing is huge tbh, especially for that price difference - you're saving 100€ and still getting solid quality with the Xiaomi

Reddit Iconspakkker
about 2 months ago

Don't get any Lite . Get at least 400wh battery . Friends Esmax survived 2+ years of abuse - even been run over - the solids I put on are breaking up 2 yrs later , 500w , dual susp. 14.5 ah . Xiaomi 5 now discounted - see 477Wh battery versions . Segway cost more , less spec , It's your money

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