Segway GT3 vs Apollo Phantom 2.0: the performance scooters compared
Segway GT3 vs Apollo Phantom 2.0: 31 mph against 44 mph, 2,400 W against 3,500 W of combined peak power, battery, weight, tires and certification, at $1,699.99 and $2,199.
Above the commuter scooters sits a class built for riders who want a car's acceleration on a deck: dual motors, suspension at both ends and top speeds far beyond city limits. Segway's GT3 and Apollo's Phantom 2.0 are two of the best-known names in it, $500 apart.
The short answer
The Apollo Phantom 2.0 is the faster and stronger scooter: Apollo states 44 mph, two 1,750 W motors for 3,500 W of combined peak power and a 1,400 Wh battery, at $2,199. Segway's GT3 is stated at 31 mph, 2,400 W of maximum power and 45 miles of range at $1,699.99, with traction control. If you will ride mostly where speeds are limited, the GT3 does the job for less; if you want the higher performance and the bigger battery, the Phantom 2.0 delivers it.
Specifications side by side
 Segway GT3 Segway |  Apollo Phantom 2.0 Apollo | |
|---|---|---|
| Price at the brand's store | $1,699.99 (United States) | $2,199 (United States) |
| Type | Electric scooter | Electric scooter |
| Motor | 2.4 kW peak | 1,750 W, 3.5 kW peak |
| Motor position | – | – |
| Torque | – | – |
| Battery | – | 1,404 Wh, 52 V 27 Ah |
| Range per charge (stated) | 45 miles (72 km) | 50 miles (80 km) |
| Top speed | 31 mph (50 km/h) | 44 mph (71 km/h) |
| Weight | – | 102 lb (46.3 kg) |
| Maximum load (stated) | – | 331 lb (150 kg) |
| US e-bike class | – | – |
| Suspension | Full | Full |
| Water protection | – | IP66 |
| Safety certification (stated) | – | EN 17128, UL 2271 |
Figures as each brand states them on its own store or product page. Segway GT3 · Apollo Phantom 2.0: full specifications, every market's price and where to buy.
Power and acceleration
Segway gives the GT3 2,400 W of maximum power, 0 to 30 mph in 9.5 seconds and the ability to climb a 30% slope, with a traction control system to stop the wheels spinning on loose ground. Apollo's two 1,750 W motors and its MACH 2 controller take the Phantom 2.0 from 0 to 20 mph in 3 seconds, by Apollo's figures, and its Ludo mode adds 10% more torque on demand.
Battery and range
Apollo fits a 52 V, 27 Ah battery of 21700 cells, about 1,400 Wh, and states up to 50 miles of range in Eco mode. Segway states 45 miles of range for the GT3 but not its battery capacity on its US store page. At the speeds these scooters can reach, range falls quickly: both figures are for gentle riding.
Tyres, braking and weight
Both ride on 11-inch self-healing tyres and suspension at both ends. Apollo's are 11 by 4 inches and tubeless, which Apollo says give better stability at speed, and the Phantom 2.0 has a regenerative brake throttle. Segway pairs the GT3's dual suspension with a 2.4-inch TFT display. The Phantom 2.0 weighs 102 lb and carries up to 330 lb: it is a scooter you ride from home, not one you carry onto a train.
Certification and the law
Apollo's page states UL 2271 for the battery and UL 2272 for the scooter's electrical system, and EN 17128 for Europe. Segway's US store page for the GT3 does not state a UL standard. Both scooters exceed 20 mph, which is more than many cities and states allow e-scooters on public roads; Apollo notes that it does not ship the Phantom 2.0 to New York State for that reason. See our riding rules by country and state before you ride either at full speed.
Which to choose
- Choose the Segway GT3 for traction control, a $500 lower price and enough speed for riding within the law.
- Choose the Apollo Phantom 2.0 for 44 mph, 3,500 W of peak power, a 1,400 Wh battery and stated UL 2272 certification.
Questions
How fast is the Apollo Phantom 2.0 compared with the Segway GT3?
Apollo states a top speed of 44 mph for the Phantom 2.0 (52 V); Segway states 31 mph for the GT3. Both are above the 20 mph that many cities allow for e-scooters, so the higher speeds are for private land and places where the law allows them.
Is the Apollo Phantom 2.0 UL certified?
Apollo's page states UL 2271 for the battery and UL 2272 for the scooter's electrical system, and EN 17128 for Europe. Segway's US store page for the GT3 does not state a UL standard.