Segway F3 vs Xiaomi 4 Ultra UAE (2026): Which to Buy?
Both of these are excellent 70 km-class scooters, and riders keep pitting them against each other — with good reason. They land in similar territory on paper, but their pitches couldn’t be more different. this one’s about what you value.
The Segway F3 is the light, clever one — just 18.6 kg, a TFT screen that does navigation, and the best water resistance in the class. The Xiaomi 4 Ultra is the value king — around AED 1,000 cheaper, with dual suspension, dust resistance, and the ability to climb hills the F3 struggles with.
This head-to-head breaks down weight, range, tyres, water resistance, hills, tech and price — with a clear “buy this one if…” so you spend your dirhams right.
Segway Ninebot F3
18.6 kg, TFT navigation, Apple Find My, strong water resistance.
Xiaomi 4 Ultra
~AED 1,000 cheaper, dual suspension, IP55 dust resistance, climbs hills.
Specs Head-to-Head
Segway F3 vs Xiaomi 4 Ultra — full spec comparison (UAE)
| Spec | Segway F3 | Xiaomi 4 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | 25 km/h | 25 km/h |
| Claimed range | 70 km | 70 km |
| Battery | 477 Wh | 561.5 Wh |
| Weight | 18.6 kg | 24.5 kg |
| Charge time | ~8 hrs | ~6.5 hrs |
| Tyres | 10″ self-sealing | 10″ DuraGel self-sealing |
| Suspension | Front hydraulic + rear elastomer | Dual (front & rear) |
| Brakes | Front & rear disc + E-ABS | Front + rear E-ABS |
| Hill climbing | Weak on steep climbs | Stronger, S+ burst mode |
| Water / dust | IPX6 body / IPX7 battery | IP55 (dust + splash) |
| Display / tech | TFT nav + Apple Find My | LED + S+ mode |
| Max load | 120 kg | 120 kg |
| Approx. price | AED 2,999 | AED 1,930 |
Green = the winner on that spec. Note the split: the F3 wins weight, tech and water; the 4 Ultra wins price, charging, battery size and hills.
Price: The Elephant in the Room
Let’s not dance around it. The 4 Ultra typically sits near AED 1,930; the F3 near AED 2,999. That’s a ~AED 1,000 gap — significant money. For that extra spend on the F3, you’re buying 6 kg less weight, a TFT navigation display, Apple Find My and better water resistance. Real upgrades — but the 4 Ultra matches the range, adds suspension and dust protection, and climbs better. So the honest question is whether the F3’s lightness and tech are worth a thousand dirhams to you. For a lot of riders, they’re not. In practical terms, that’s the whole comparison in one paragraph.
Weight & Carrying
This is the F3’s trump card. At 18.6 kg it’s nearly 6 kg lighter than the 24.5 kg 4 Ultra — and you feel every one of those kilos when you lift it up a stairwell, onto the Metro, or into a car boot. If your commute mixes riding with carrying, the F3 is the far more pleasant daily companion, and that lightness is hard to put a price on. If your scooter mostly rolls from A to B and rarely gets carried, though, the 4 Ultra’s extra weight matters far less.
Range, Battery & Charging
Both brands publish a maximum range of 70 km for these models under stated test conditions. The Xiaomi lists the larger battery, while the lighter Segway may use less energy in some conditions. Those facts are not enough to declare a winner on every route.
Actual distance varies with speed, rider weight, wind, hills, tyre pressure and temperature. Leave a substantial reserve until you have measured your own commute. Published charging times favour the 4 Ultra with its standard setup, while Segway lists an optional external battery for riders who need more capacity; confirm the exact charger and accessories included by the seller.
Hills, Water & Weatherproofing
Two more real trade-offs. On hills, the 4 Ultra wins — its S+ burst mode gives punchy acceleration, and independent testers have hit the F3’s weak spot on steep, sustained climbs where it can cut out. On the UAE’s mostly flat roads this rarely bites, but it’s a F3 limitation.
On weatherproofing, it’s a split. The F3 has the edge on water — IPX6 body and an impressive IPX7 battery — so a downpour doesn’t faze it. But the 4 Ultra’s IP55 rating adds official dust protection the F3’s spec doesn’t list, which quietly matters in the sandy Gulf. F3 for rain, 4 Ultra for dust.
Which Should You Buy?
- You want the lightest scooter — 6 kg less to carry every day.
- You value tech — TFT navigation and Apple Find My.
- You ride in the rain often — IPX7 battery is strong.
- The extra ~AED 1,000 is worth it to you for premium feel.
- You want the best value — same 70 km class for ~AED 1,000 less.
- Your route has any hills — the 4 Ultra climbs, the F3 struggles.
- You want dust resistance and dual suspension comfort.
- You charge daily — 6.5 h beats the F3’s 8 h.
Want the full deep-dives? Read our Segway F3 review and Xiaomi 4 Ultra review, or see how both compare to the flagship in Xiaomi 6 Max vs 4 Ultra.
Before Riding in the UAE
A scooter’s advertised top speed is a product specification, not permission to ride at that speed. Rules vary by emirate, route and designated zone. In Dubai, the official RTA e-scooter page says riders need a permit in specified areas and must follow the published safety and track rules.
Check the responsible local authority immediately before riding, use the permitted mode and speed, wear a helmet, obey signs and keep away from routes where e-scooters are not authorised.
F3 vs 4 Ultra — FAQ
For most riders the 4 Ultra — it’s ~AED 1,000 cheaper, has dual suspension, an IP55 dust rating, and climbs hills the F3 can struggle with, at the same 70 km claimed range. Choose the F3 for the lightest frame, a TFT navigation display and the best water resistance, if the price is worth it to you.
The Segway F3, at 18.6 kg vs 24.5 kg for the 4 Ultra — a 5.9 kg difference that matters if you carry your scooter.
Both publish a maximum of 70 km under stated test conditions. The Xiaomi lists a larger battery and the Segway is lighter, but actual distance varies by rider, route and weather.
The Xiaomi 4 Ultra, by a wide margin — around AED 1,930 vs about AED 2,999 for the F3, a gap of roughly AED 1,000.
The scooter may be sold with a regional top-speed setting, but riding permission depends on the place and current rules. In specified Dubai areas, the RTA requires an e-scooter permit and publishes rider obligations. Check the official RTA guidance before every route.
It’s a split. The F3 is better in rain (IPX6 body, IPX7 battery); the 4 Ultra adds official dust protection (IP55) that the F3’s spec doesn’t list — useful in the Gulf.
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