ANGWATT X1 20 vs KUKIRIN G4 - Two Budget Beasts Enter, One Limps Out Victorious

Fast Answer for Busy Riders ⚡ (TL;DR)

The KUKIRIN G4 takes the overall win here: it delivers very similar real-world speed and range to the ANGWATT X1 20, but for far less money, and its huge 11-inch tyres make high speeds feel less suicidal. If you want brutal dual-motor punch, higher load capacity and hydraulic brakes straight out of the box, the ANGWATT X1 20 is the better fit - especially for heavier riders or steep, hilly cities.

However, for most riders who just want a fast, stable, long-range "almost a moped" without gutting their wallet, the G4 is the more rational choice, provided you accept its weight and mechanical brakes. If you're power-hungry, heavy, or plan to tune and mod, the ANGWATT still makes a strong case.

Now let's dig into how they actually ride, where each one quietly cuts corners, and which compromises will annoy you the most in daily life.

High-performance scooters used to be exotic toys for the few. Today, for well under 1.500 €, you can buy something that will keep up with city traffic and terrify your neighbours. The ANGWATT X1 20 and the KUKIRIN G4 both live in that slightly unhinged corner of the market: huge motors, big batteries, heavy frames - and inevitably, a few rough edges.

I've put plenty of kilometres on both. On paper they look like cousins: 60V systems, serious top speeds, long ranges, big suspensions, heavy as small motorbikes. In reality, they take very different approaches to the same problem: "How do we go outrageously fast for suspiciously little money?"

The ANGWATT X1 20 is for riders who want dual-motor violence, serious braking and a chassis that feels like it was built by someone who has met a pothole before. The KUKIRIN G4 is the bargain highway cruiser: big tyres, big deck, big grin, small price. They're worthy rivals - but only one makes real long-term sense for most people. Let's unpack why.

Who Are These For, and Why Compare Them?

Both scooters sit in the "budget hyper-commuter" category: far too powerful and heavy to be last-mile toys, but much cheaper than the glamorous brands with pretty logos and softer plastics.

The ANGWATT X1 20 aims at the enthusiast who's already outgrown rental scooters and mid-range commuters. Think bigger rider, steeper hills, longer commute, and a taste for proper acceleration. It's closer to a stripped-down race scooter than a city runabout.

The KUKIRIN G4 chases a slightly broader crowd: riders who want near-moped speed and range for commuter money. It's the kind of scooter you buy when you're sick of the bus, mildly distrustful of car traffic, and absolutely done with 25 km/h limits.

Price-wise, they're in different galaxies. The ANGWATT hovers around the mid four-figure bracket in local currency, while the G4 lives firmly in the three-digit "how is this even profitable?" zone. Yet both promise similar speed and range. That alone makes this comparison worth a very close look.

Design & Build Quality

In the flesh, the ANGWATT X1 20 looks like a compact street tank. Forged swingarms, chunky welds, wide deck, straightforward industrial aesthetic - it's more "engineering department" than "design studio". I do like that the forged rear arms aren't just visual theatre; they actually help with rigidity, and you feel that at speed. The stem and folding latch feel overbuilt in a good way, although some of the smaller parts - switchgear and plastics - remind you where the accountants came in.

The KUKIRIN G4, by contrast, is all about theatre. That hollow split stem screams cyberpunk, and the orange accents give it a budget KTM-on-electric-scooter-day vibe. The deck is long and broad, the frame feels reassuringly monolithic, and nothing flexes more than it should. Still, when you get close, some finishes and tolerances are clearly tuned for price - it's solid, but it's not pretending to be boutique.

Ergonomically, both work, but in different ways. The ANGWATT's cockpit is functional: central NFC display, standard throttles and buttons, all within easy reach. It's more "instrument panel" than "gadget showcase", though that display could use more brightness on a sunny day. The G4 goes full toy-shop with a gigantic touchscreen glued into the stem, which looks fantastic at night and slightly ridiculous when you squint at it under midday sun. Novel, but not always practical.

Overall build impression? The ANGWATT feels a bit more purpose-built and performance-oriented; the G4 feels a bit more mass-produced but surprisingly stout for the price. Neither is flawless, but neither is a rattly deathtrap either - provided you do the usual bolt-check ritual after unboxing.

Ride Comfort & Handling

Both scooters promise "dual suspension", but they deliver comfort in slightly different flavours.

The ANGWATT X1 20 rides like a compact sports scooter. The 10-inch tubeless tyres plus front and rear spring shocks give a nicely cushioned ride on city tarmac and broken bike lanes. After a few kilometres of cobbles, your knees will still know you're on a fast scooter, but they won't be staging a protest. The forged arms keep the wheels tracking nicely, and the chassis remains impressively composed over potholes - no weird flex, no unnerving shimmy, unless you really provoke it.

The G4 leans more towards "electric barge", in a mostly good way. Those 11-inch tubeless tyres are the star of the show. They roll over gaps, cracks and nasty drainage grates that would have the ANGWATT working a bit harder. The suspension itself is again twin spring units front and rear, tuned more for stability than plushness. On longer rides the G4 wins: the combination of big wheels, big deck and steady geometry means your body just works less to keep things straight.

In tight city manoeuvres, the ANGWATT feels a bit nimbler thanks to its slightly smaller footprint and wheels. Swapping lanes, threading through traffic, hopping small kerbs - it feels willing, if not exactly flickable at its weight. The G4, on the other hand, is more of a long-wheelbase cruiser: stable, predictable, but not especially keen to change direction at the last second.

If your daily route involves endless rough cycle tracks or truly atrocious paving, the G4's larger tyres give it the edge. If you want a more compact feeling chassis with a bit more precision, the ANGWATT has the nicer dynamic balance - as long as you accept slightly more feedback from the road.

Performance

This is where both scooters like to shout.

The ANGWATT X1 20 runs dual motors, one in each wheel, and they hit hard. From a standstill in the higher modes, a full thumb of throttle will happily rip you forward with that familiar dual-motor "whoa I wasn't ready" moment. On steep hills, the X1 20 keeps pulling long after lesser machines have resigned themselves to walking pace. Heavier riders in particular will appreciate that it doesn't give up when gravity gets rude.

Top speed is comfortably in "you really should be wearing motorcycle gear" territory. The ANGWATT gets there with enthusiasm, though if you hold it flat for long stretches, you do feel the battery draining and the motors heat-soaking. Braking, fortunately, matches the go: proper hydraulic calipers with electronic assist give you strong, progressive stopping with one or two fingers. On a scooter this quick, that's not a luxury; it's non-negotiable.

The KUKIRIN G4 fights from the other corner with a single but very stout rear motor. It doesn't have the same instant neck-snapping surge off the line, but acceleration is still brisk enough to leave rental scooters looking like they're on dial-up. The power comes in smoother and more linear - strong shove rather than a kick in the back - which some riders will actually prefer for control and confidence.

Flat-ground speed is essentially on par with the ANGWATT. Where the G4 loses is on very steep climbs or loose surfaces. With only the rear wheel driving, you don't get that "all four hooves digging in" feel a dual-motor scooter offers on a nasty hill. In cities with moderate gradients, you won't care. In cities designed by sadists, you might.

Braking is the G4's most obvious compromise: mechanical discs instead of hydraulics. They are adequate rather than inspiring. Set up properly, they stop the scooter, but you need more hand force, and you don't get the same buttery modulation. On a scooter that can nudge highway speeds, this is one of the corners that feels a little too obviously cut to hit the price.

Battery & Range

On paper, the ANGWATT X1 20 has the slightly larger "fuel tank". In real life, both scooters live in the same rough range band when ridden as people actually ride fast scooters: with occasional self-control but plenty of full-throttle runs.

On the ANGWATT, riding briskly in dual-motor mode, you're realistically looking at somewhere around the mid-double-digit kilometre mark before the battery starts to feel noticeably weaker. Stretch it with Eco mode and gentler speeds, and you can extend that significantly, but again - you didn't buy this thing to pootle.

The G4's pack is a bit smaller, but it's not a gulf. In spirited riding, expect just a shade less distance than the ANGWATT before you're eyeing the voltage and planning your return. Cruising at more moderate speeds, both scooters are easily capable of a sizeable round trip commute without mid-day charging.

Charging times are, frankly, long on both. With stock chargers, you're mostly in overnight territory. The ANGWATT claws back some advantage with dual charging ports: invest in a second charger and you can realistically refill it in the span of a workday. The G4, more old-school here, just takes its time. Either way, fast-charging addicts will find both a bit behind the curve compared to premium brands with higher-amp chargers.

Range anxiety? With either scooter, not really - as long as you're not trying to turn them into touring bikes. Just don't believe the most optimistic manufacturer figures and you'll be fine.

Portability & Practicality

Let's be honest: neither of these is portable in the everyday sense, unless you also consider fridges portable.

The ANGWATT X1 20 weighs around the mid-30s in kilos. You can wrestle it into a car boot, up a short flight of stairs, or across a hallway, but you won't enjoy doing so repeatedly. The folding mechanism is robust and relatively quick, and when folded it's compact enough for most hatchbacks. The latch feels trustworthy, and there's not much play in the stem once locked upright, which helps with high-speed confidence.

The KUKIRIN G4 is even heavier by a hair and feels every bit as dense. The fold itself is straightforward, but the lack of a proper stem-to-deck lock on many units makes lifting and carrying more awkward than it should be. You end up grabbing the deck or using two hands in positions your back will not thank you for. Again, it fits in many car boots, but you need intent - and maybe a gym membership.

As daily vehicles, though, both are surprisingly practical - if you have lift or ground-floor storage. Kickstands are sturdy enough, IP ratings are fine for light rain and splashes, and the riding position on both is comfortable for actual commuting rather than just joyrides. The G4, with its giant deck and slightly roomier stance, feels more like a small moped substitute. The ANGWATT is a touch more aggressive and compact.

If "folded practicality" really matters - lots of short lifts, train entries, stairs - both are honestly the wrong tool. But if you just need something you can roll out of a garage, blast to work on, and park under your desk or in a corner, they make sense.

Safety

Safety on high-speed scooters is mostly about three things: braking, stability and visibility. Both machines tick those boxes, but not equally well.

The ANGWATT X1 20 clearly wins the braking battle. Dual hydraulic calipers with electronic braking assistance give you confident, controlled deceleration. You can feather the levers coming into a bend or grab a fistful in an emergency, and the scooter responds calmly rather than with drama. On wet roads and steep hills, that matters a lot.

The G4's mechanical discs are the textbook "good enough for the price" solution. They're serviceable, and with regular adjustment and decent pads they'll stop you in time - but they don't inspire the same trust when you're pushing top speed. If you're mechanically inclined, upgrading to hydraulics is a common mod for a reason.

Stability is where the tables tilt back towards KUKIRIN. Those 11-inch tyres, combined with a long wheelbase and planted geometry, make the G4 feel very secure at speed. It tracks straight, shrugs off small road defects, and doesn't feel nervous when the speedo climbs. The ANGWATT is still stable, especially compared to cheaper dual-motor clones, but 10-inch wheels always transmit a bit more of the road to your spine and your brain. It still feels safe; it just feels livelier.

Lighting and visibility are solid on both. Each offers a proper headlight, rear light and integrated indicators. The ANGWATT's setup is slightly more conventional; the G4 benefits from its sheer presence - it visually reads as "vehicle" to drivers. Both displays struggle somewhat in harsh sunlight, which is mildly ironic for machines that otherwise shout "modern tech".

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Price & Value

This is where the KUKIRIN G4 punches the ANGWATT squarely in the wallet.

The ANGWATT X1 20 sits in a mid-range price bracket for dual-motor performance scooters. For what you pay, you get proper hydraulics, a slightly larger battery, dual motors and some thoughtful chassis work. It's not a scam by any means; you do get serious hardware. But it's also in a very crowded segment where a lot of brands shout "value" while quietly cutting corners elsewhere.

The G4, on the other hand, feels almost mispriced. For the cost of a well-specced commuter, you get a 60V system, a large battery, full-size chassis and genuinely high top speed. The compromises are obvious once you live with it - mechanical brakes, long charging, some ergonomic oddities - but if you view it through the lens of euros per kilometre per hour, it's borderline absurd.

In pure money-to-performance terms, the G4 is ahead. In money-to-refinement and "am I comfortable trusting this at full chat?" terms, the ANGWATT claws back ground with its better braking and dual-motor security. You're essentially choosing between "cheaper, slightly rougher cruiser" and "more expensive, more serious performance tool".

Service & Parts Availability

Neither of these brands is famed for immaculate dealer networks and white-glove aftersales support. Think more "AliExpress plus community forum" than "local Vespa dealer".

ANGWATT is relatively young. They do listen to feedback and iterate quickly - hence this "2.0" version - and community reports suggest they will post out parts under warranty, albeit with the usual direct-from-China delays and occasional communication quirks. Fortunately, many components (brakes, tyres, generic electrics) are standard enough that you can source replacements from multiple sellers.

KUKIRIN, having evolved from Kugoo, has been around longer and built a huge user base in Europe. That matters. Third-party parts, how-to guides, upgrade kits and troubleshooting threads are everywhere. Official support remains hit-and-miss, but the ecosystem is broad enough that you rarely feel stuck. Most mechanics familiar with budget scooters have seen a G-series KUKIRIN before.

If you're not handy with tools, neither is ideal, but the G4's brand footprint and community give it a slight long-term advantage. The ANGWATT feels a bit more "enthusiast DIY" in that regard.

Pros & Cons Summary

Parameters Comparison

Final Verdict - Which Should You Choose?

If you strip away the marketing gloss, this boils down to one question: are you paying for dual-motor aggression and better brakes, or for sheer value and stability?

The ANGWATT X1 20 is the better choice for riders who genuinely need that dual-motor muscle: heavier riders, very hilly cities, or those who care about hard braking performance as much as acceleration. It feels more serious, more focused, and its stopping power is simply more appropriate for the speeds we're talking about. If you plan to push hard, mod, and treat your scooter as a hobby as much as transport, the ANGWATT will keep you entertained.

The KUKIRIN G4, though, is the one that makes the most sense for most people. It gives you almost the same real-world range, a higher top speed, far greater straight-line stability thanks to those 11-inch tyres, and does it all for dramatically less money. Yes, the brakes are a compromise and the weight is comical, but as a high-speed, long-range daily machine on a budget, it's hard to beat. If you can live with mechanical discs or are willing to upgrade them later, the G4 is the saner buy in an otherwise slightly insane segment.

Numbers Freaks Corner

These metrics put hard numbers on different efficiency angles. Price-per-Wh and price-per-km/h show how far your money goes in battery size and speed. Weight-based metrics highlight how much mass you're hauling around for the performance and range you get. Wh-per-km reflects electrical efficiency on the road. Power-to-speed and weight-to-power show how aggressively each scooter is tuned, while charging speed gives a feel for how quickly you can refill the tank compared to its size.

Author's Category Battle

Overall Winner Declaration

In the Numbers Freaks Corner, the ANGWATT X1 20 scores 6 points against the KUKIRIN G4's 4. In the Author's Category Battle, the ANGWATT X1 20 gets 23 ✅ versus 20 ✅ for KUKIRIN G4 (with a few ties sprinkled in).

Totals: ANGWATT X1 20 scores 29, KUKIRIN G4 scores 24.

Based on the scoring, the ANGWATT X1 20 is our overall winner. On balance, the KUKIRIN G4 feels like the more complete package for everyday riders: it's easier to live with at speed, gives you that "big bike" confidence, and doesn't wreck your budget in the process. The ANGWATT X1 20 is the more serious weapon, with fiercer acceleration and better brakes, but it asks more from both your wallet and your riding discipline. If you want maximum thrills per euro and a stable high-speed cruiser, the G4 is the one that will keep you smiling day after day. If you're chasing raw punch, heavier-rider confidence and don't mind a bit of extra spend - and wrenching - the ANGWATT will scratch that itch more brutally.

That's our verdict when we try to stay objective – but hey, riding is mostly about emotions anyway, so pick the one that will make you look forward to your commute every single day.