E-bike brands compared
Every brand we track, with its full lineup, strengths and gaps, and which model to buy for common situations.
Aventon
Aventon tries to cover every kind of rider in one lineup, from the light Soltera city bikes and Level and Pace commuters to the fat-tire Aventure and the Abound cargo bikes.12 models · $1,199–$2,899Velotric
Velotric is a value-focused lineup with a throttle on almost every model and a bike in nearly every category: commuter, folding, cargo, cruiser and trail-ready Summits.15 models · $1,499–$2,499Lectric eBikes
Lectric is best known for low prices and folding bikes. Every Lectric in our catalog has a throttle and hydraulic brakes, and most can be set to Class 3.14 models · $799–$1,999Rad Power Bikes
Rad Power's lineup is built around utility: most of its models are cargo or carry-anything bikes, all with throttles and hub motors.8 models · $1,499–$2,399Ride1Up
Ride1Up covers the widest spread of styles here, from a carbon road-style bike to moped-style Revv1 models, with hydraulic brakes across the range.17 models · $895–$2,595Specialized
Specialized's Turbo city bikes sit at the premium end of the catalog. They use mid-drive motors, ride like conventional bicycles without a throttle, and are sold through bike shops as well as online.21 models · $2,699.99–$7,999.99Heybike
Heybike is a budget-focused lineup weighted toward folding and moped-style bikes, most with throttles and settable to 28 mph.10 models · $899–$1,699SUPER73
SUPER73 makes moped-style bikes only: long flat seats, wide tires and throttles. They suit short, fun rides more than long commutes.14 models · $1,995–$3,595