Nosfet Apex Review: 3,200 W, 2,700 Wh, 150 mm Suspension, Claims vs Tests
The Nosfet Apex is the performance wheel in Nosfet's lineup: a 20-inch, 151.2 V electric unicycle (EUC) with a 3,200 W nominal motor, a 2,700 Wh battery and an adjustable air or coil suspension with up to 150 mm of travel. Nosfet positions it for track days, jumps and rough trails, but it is also sold as a street wheel with a street tire.
This review sticks to what the manufacturer, retailers and the few hands-on reviews actually say. Almost every performance figure for the Apex is a claim: we found no independent range or top-speed test, so claims are labeled as claims and conflicts between listings are shown instead of smoothed over.
Nosfet Apex Specifications
| Feature | Listed Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Motor | 3,200 W nominal / 8,000 W peak | Hollow 14-inch motor; all sources agree |
| Battery | 2,700 Wh, 151.2 V, Samsung 50S cells | About 17.9 Ah |
| Tire | 20-inch class, 2.75-14 tubeless | Knobby or street, depending on the variant |
| Suspension | DNM air shock or coil spring, up to 150 mm travel | Lower end listed as 55 mm (manufacturer graphic) or 70 mm (one review) |
| Weight | 38.8 kg (85.5 lb) | Listed, not weighed independently |
| Max Load | 120–136 kg | 120 kg at one retailer, 300 lb (about 136 kg) at another |
| Claimed Top Speed | 55–60 mph (about 90–97 km/h) | Listings differ |
| Claimed Range | 80 km (50 mi) | Same table elsewhere says 100 km; one review says a 30-mile (about 48 km) minimum |
| Charging | About 4 h with the 5 A charger, dual ports | One retailer says about 2 h with compatible fast chargers |
| Water Protection | IPX6 | One retailer lists no IP rating |
Power, Speed and Range: Claims Only
- Power: The 3,200 W nominal and 8,000 W peak figures are the same across ERideHero, Freshly Charged, MyEWheel and the retailer reviews. Peak output is a short burst, not a continuous rating.
- Speed: Listings give 55–60 mph. Freshly Charged describes 60 mph as a real-world rating but its reviewers did not measure it. A retailer text also mentions about 125 km/h in free spin, which is the wheel spinning off the ground and not a riding speed.
- Range: The most careful figure comes from MyEWheel: up to about 80 km in mixed riding at 25–35 km/h with a 70–80 kg rider. ERideHero lists 50 mi (80 km) as claimed, and one retailer's own product listing shows 112 mi, which no other source supports and which we ignore. Our reading: treat 80 km as a ceiling for a light rider at moderate speed, and expect less when riding fast, heavy or off-road.
- Charging: About 4 h with the 5 A charger. Dual charge ports are on top of the shell, so a faster charger can cut that time if you buy one.
Suspension: The Real Selling Point
The Apex's main feature is its adjustable DNM suspension, offered as an air shock or a coil spring, with travel from roughly 55–70 mm up to 150 mm. The idea is simple: a low setting for stability and firmness on pavement, a high setting for rough ground and drops.
- What testers saw: Freshly Charged rode down several flights of stairs at the maximum height without bottoming out, and found the lower settings firmer and better for pavement speed runs.
- Adjustment effort: On their test unit the adjustment first took real effort and got easier later, which the reviewers attribute to the unit or to break-in. Once it worked, a park-to-street change took under 30 seconds.
- Retailer view: Escooter Clinic says the suspension adjusts with a few twists and pushes and that the wheel climbed a steep, slippery staircase steadily. This is a qualitative impression from a retailer, not a measurement.
- Not swappable: Because of the modular design, you cannot swap in another shock later, so choose air or coil when you order.
Ride Feel, Firmware and Build
- Firmware and menu: The Apex uses Leaperkim-based firmware and the same four-button layout as Leaperkim wheels. The menu covers tilt angle and pedal hardness, and the beeping can be silenced. Freshly Charged calls the ride smooth and confidence-inspiring rather than twitchy.
- Hardware: Tubeless tire, a battery management system (BMS), redundant hall sensors, top-mounted charge ports, a pivoting kickstand and spiked pedals. Freshly Charged measured the pedal pins at 3–4 mm, taller than the 1–2 mm of typical stock pedals.
- Lights: The manufacturer graphic shows a 20 W headlight with a cut-off. Reviewers describe low, medium and high headlight modes and a solid, flashing or off tail light.
- Size: Freshly Charged says the Apex is narrower and about 3 lb lighter than the Leaperkim Lynx, which is a claim and not a weigh-in.
Flaws Reviewers Found
- App: The companion app is Android only, with no iOS version.
- Trim: An adhesive trim piece was peeling after 50 miles on one test unit. The reviewers could not say whether that is a production issue.
- Maintenance: The suspension stanchions collect dirt off-road and need cleaning, and some riders clean them after every trail ride.
- Air valve: The valve sits against a handle and blocks standard long-nozzle pumps, so a small-head pump is needed.
- Handle: There is no built-in trolley handle. The reviewers disagree on whether that is a flaw.
- Extras: MyEWheel's expert review (7.9/10, from a retailer) adds that range is not touring-class, setup has a steep learning curve for beginners and accessories are sold separately.
How the Apex Compares
| Feature | Nosfet Apex | Leaperkim Lynx S | Nosfet Aero |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rated Motor Power | 3,200 W | 3,800 W | 2,000 W |
| Battery | 2,700 Wh | 2,700 Wh | 1,100 Wh |
| Suspension Travel | Up to 150 mm, adjustable | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Weight | 38.8 kg | 42.5 kg | 24.5 kg |
Figures are the listed ones. Against the Lynx S the Apex gives up some rated power but offers about 60 mm more travel and roughly 3.7 kg less weight on paper. Freshly Charged recommends the Apex over the Lynx for riders who want both pavement and off-road use, and calls the Lynx the proven choice if you do not need adjustable suspension. The Aero is a much lighter and cheaper wheel for city riding; see our Nosfet Aero and Xeno reviews for the rest of the lineup.
Price and Availability
Prices vary by region, tire (street or knobby) and suspension. Freshly Charged listed the Apex at $3,299 in its 2025 review, TopWheel's US store lists $3,349 for the street version and $3,499 for the knobby, and MyEWheel listed €3,800 including VAT but showed it out of stock. At the time of writing the TopWheel EU offer on PEV Deals shows €2,540 against a €3,599 list price. Check whether VAT and import duties are included before ordering from outside your region.
Who Should Buy the Nosfet Apex
- Choose it if: you are an experienced rider who splits time between street and trail, want travel you can adjust, and accept some maintenance such as cleaning the stanchions and using a small pump head.
- Skip it if: this is your first EUC (85 lb and 3,200 W is a lot to learn on), you want touring range, you need an iOS app, or you prefer a wheel with a longer track record.
Verdict
The Apex looks like a capable street-and-trail wheel whose adjustable suspension is its real argument. The reviewers we found call it not a gimmick but point to execution gaps at its price, and every headline speed and range number is still a claim. Several of our sources also sell the wheel, so treat the enthusiastic wording with that in mind.
Sources
- ERideHero: Nosfet Apex product page (eridehero.com)
- Freshly Charged: 2025 Nosfet Apex review and the "Jack of all trades" article (freshlycharged.com)
- MyEWheel: Nosfet Apex listing and expert review (myewheel.com)
- Escooter Clinic: Nosfet Apex EUC review (escooterclinic.co.uk)
- TopWheel: Nosfet Apex product page (top-wheel.com)