June 2022
Electric Bicycles: Meta Ranking Report
This report contains an aggregate consensus of Electric Bicycle rankings posted by key online experts, as of June 2022.
Summary
As of 12 Jun 2022, Charge Bikes City takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed electric bicycle with 4 expert endorsements. It is followed by VanMoof S3 and Lectric Ebikes XP 2.0 , with 3 and 4 expert endorsements respectively.
At a glance - June 2022 Ranking
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Insider
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Luxe Digital
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Cycling News
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TechRadar
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WIRED
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Bicycling
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Tom's Guide
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Cycling Weekly
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Electric Bike Report
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Forbes
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Charge Bikes City
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3
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8
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3
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6
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VanMoof S3
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12
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4
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1
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3
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Lectric Ebikes XP 2.0
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5
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10
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4
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4
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Specialized Turbo Vado 4.0
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1
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9
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13
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5
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Gocycle G4
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4
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2
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13
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14
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Rad Power RadCity 5 Plus
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2
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Ride1UP 700 Series
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6
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3
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2
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Specialized Turbo Creo SL Expert
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1
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7
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Aventon Aventure
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Rad Power Bikes RadMini 4
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11
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12
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3
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11
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Brompton Electric H6L
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9
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14
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15
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12
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Cannondale Topstone Neo Lefty 3
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4
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3
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18
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RadPower RadRover 6 Plus
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7
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2
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Aventon Soltera
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2
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Propella 7S
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3
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12
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Rad Power RadRunner
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14
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2
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Trek Domane Plus
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2
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23
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-9 | Check price |
Specialized S-Works Turbo Creo SL
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16
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2
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Ribble CGR AL e
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5
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8
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Ribble Hybrid AL e
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5
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Rad Power Bikes RadWagon 4
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11
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Urban Arrow Family
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Gazelle Ultimate C380 HMB
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6
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Cero One
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14
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Specialized Turbo Levo Comp
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11
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Ampler Curt
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QuietKat Jeep
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12
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Ride1Up Roadster V2
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We ranked Charge Bikes City #1 in June 2022 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
Insider
Best budget electric bike
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Pros
Folding pedals and handlebars make it easy to store and carry
inexpensive price tag for an e-bike
50 miles of available range
has a lockable battery
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Cons
Splash guards take some tinkering to get them not to rub on the tires
can be a jolty take-off if you're not used to the motor
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Bicycling
Great Parts at a Great Value
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Pros
Great price
Comes with running lights, fenders, and a rear rack
Class 2 e-bike with throttle
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Tom's Guide
Best electric bike for commuters
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Pros
Excellent handling
Complete set of features
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Cons
Plain styling
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We ranked VanMoof S3 #2 in June 2022 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked VanMoof S3 as #1.
Tom's Guide
A stylish and high-tech electric bike
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Pros
Sleek, minimalist design
Good power
App lets you customize gearing
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Cons
A bit heavy
Battery can’t be removed easily
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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts
Identify Experts
We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend Electric Bicycles.
Capture Rankings
For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of Electric Bicycles, it must be updated in the last 9 months.
Aggregate Rankings
We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking
Experts chosen for June 2022 ranking
Insider
Luxe Digital
Cycling News
TechRadar
WIRED
Bicycling
Tom's Guide
Cycling Weekly
Electric Bike Report
Forbes
We ranked Lectric Ebikes XP 2.0 #3 in June 2022 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
Electric Bike Report
The Best Folding Electric Bike, 2022
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Pros
This is one of the best riding affordable folding e-bikes on the market around $1,000.
The motor is powerful and accelerates quickly.
The bike collapses down small, making it easy to store and transport.
The large LCD display is easy to read and gives good ride data.
The XP comes with great features for the price point. You get quite a bit for what you pay.
The 3-inch tires give decent traction and help soak up bumps. These tires make the bike feel a little more off-road capable.
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Cons
The XP’s 60-plus pound weight is a bit hefty, so while this bike folds it’s still a bit to manage.
The XP isn’t the most comfortable for longer stints in the saddle. The optional suspension seatpost may be a wise upgrade.
The key hole is located on the bottom of the frame, which can be a bit tough to find.
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We ranked Specialized Turbo Vado 4.0 #4 in June 2022 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Specialized Turbo Vado 4.0 as #1.
TechRadar
The best overall electric bike for any rider
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Pros
Superb power delivery
Excellent tech features
Comfortable riding position
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Cons
Quite heavy
Fiddly battery connector
Premium price
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Cycling Weekly
Best electric hybrid bike for carrying weight and range
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Pros
Versatile bike
Powerful motor
Removable and easy to charge integrated long-lasting battery
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Cons
Heavy weight when compared to other e-bikes
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Electric Bike Report
The Best High-Performance Electric Bike , 2022
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Pros
Simply put: it’s one of the best feeling motors we’ve ever experienced.
The new looks of the Turbo Vado are great – it delivers a traditional bike feel.
Specialized’s global network of dealers and nearly unparallelled customer service.
This is a cruiser that could easily double as a commuter or city bike. It’s built to be very versatile
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Cons
One of our only complaints is that the magnetic charger can be difficult to seat correctly when the battery is installed in the frame.
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We ranked Gocycle G4 #5 in June 2022 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
Insider
Best folding electric bike
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Pros
Easy to store in small homes or apartments
has daytime running lights for added safety and visibility
fast top speed for a folding bike
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Cons
Expensive
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TechRadar
The best premium electric bike for commuters and city-dwellers
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Pros
Powerful new motor
Ingenious design
Excellent smartphone app
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Cons
One of the most expensive e-bikes
Small wheels take a pounding
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Cycling Weekly
Best electric folding bike for portability when off the bike
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Pros
Compact package when folded
Ability to roll along folded
Carbon fork for lightweight nimble ride feel
USB phone charge port
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Cons
One size only
Bit tricky to fold and unfold
Not all models have adjustable handlebar height
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Electric Bike Report
The Best Lightweight Electric Folding Bike, 2022
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Pros
The design is bar-none. It’s amazing how many features have been crammed into such a little frame.
Folding the G4 is very easy and, with a little practice, can be done in just a few seconds.
The carbon rims on the G4i+ may seem like overkill on a folding commuter, but man do they make a noticeable difference. Plus they’re just ultra cool.
Electric shifting is ultra cool and works great. Did we mention it’s a system made special for GoCycle?
The lightweight plus convenient folding make the G4 lineup very realistic for dedicated bike commuters who are low on space.
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Cons
The predictive shifting is a nice touch, but it may take a little getting used to for experienced riders.
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We ranked Rad Power RadCity 5 Plus #6 in June 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Rad Power RadCity 5 Plus as #1.
Tom's Guide
The best electric bike for most people
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Pros
Very comfortable to ride
Easy to attach accessories
Powerful motor
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Cons
Secondary display hard to read in sunlight
Cable management could be better
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Electric Bike Report
The Best Class II Electric Commuter Bike, 2022
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Pros
672Wh is plenty of battery for commutes, and it looks great on the bike.
The handling is stable and predictable.
It’s currently in the top-tier of our brake tests.
The 750W motor will get the job done for you day in and day out..
The Rad Power Bikes branded tires also performed well.
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Cons
For as much as the looks were upgraded, we feel some tidier cable management would have been nice.
We like the functionality of two displays, but the LEDs on the left-hand display are hard to read in sunlight.
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We ranked Ride1UP 700 Series #7 in June 2022 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
Electric Bike Report
The Best Class III Electric Commuter Bike, 2022
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Pros
Full-package commuter that is within a reasonable budget.
It’s a powerful and speedy bike without ever giving the feeling of blowing you off the back of it.
The tires roll well and handle nicely.
The 672 Wh battery provides you with a to-work-and-back battery range.
The tire and suspension combo helps you absorb potholes and bumps very well.
The little things that come standard (bungees for the rack, fenders, and lights) really add up nicely to feeling like you can just unpack it and go..
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Cons
Overall we like the color LCD display, but it can be a bit info-heavy which will feel a bit overwhelming until you’re used to it.
Chalk this one up to preference if you want, but the faux leather grips aren’t our favorite as they can be slippery with sweaty hands
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We ranked Specialized Turbo Creo SL Expert #8 in June 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Specialized Turbo Creo SL Expert as #1.
Cycling News
One of the lightest electric road bikes you can buy
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Pros
Lightweight
Mission control app
Future Shock
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Cons
Battery not removable from the frame
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TechRadar
The best electric bike for hitting the roads in style
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Pros
Striking design
Quality components
Excellent performance
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Cons
Launched at £7,500 (about $10,500 / AU$13,500)
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We ranked Aventon Aventure #9 in June 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Aventon Aventure as #1.
Tom's Guide
A less expensive fat tire ebike
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Pros
Flexible power with pedal assist and full throttle modes
Excellent color LCD controller
Competitively priced
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Cons
Some turbo-lag effect
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Electric Bike Report
The Best Fat Tire Electric Bike, 2022
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Pros
The Aventure is a very fast e-bike. It’s torquey and powerful, but it lays down power in a way that’s friendly to new riders.
The full-color LCD display is easy to read and has a very smart percentage-based battery readout.
The 720Wh battery is slightly larger than the 672Wh standard we often see in this category.
The fenders are metal instead of plastic, which just feel sturdier and don’t vibrate as much.
The styling is very unique and we love the sleekly integrated battery.
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Cons
The motor has a slight lag when you resume pedaling, which is something we often see on bikes with cadence sensors.
While we like the metal fenders, they can be a little noisy on rough roads or when the tires kick up debris.
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We ranked Rad Power Bikes RadMini 4 #10 in June 2022 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
Electric Bike Report
The Best E-Bike For Smaller Riders
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Pros
The RadMini is a very, very smooth riding folding e-bike. Maybe it’s the semi-slick tires, or maybe it’s the slimmed-down frame, but we love how this bike rides.
On some folding e-bikes, you sometimes can feel that the bike is technically two pieces. Not with this bike. It’s frame feels solid and well connected while riding. The clamp is also simple and easy to use.
The low and centered battery placement helps keep the RadMini’s center of gravity low, which adds to the nice handling characteristics.
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Cons
While we like the battery placement for handling purposes, it’s proximity to the seatpost clamp can make it a bit cumbersome to adjust seat height.
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We ranked Brompton Electric H6L #11 in June 2022 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
Cycling News
Pedal assisted folder
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Pros
Light weight
Compact & foldable
Removable battery
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Cons
Front-wheel drive systems can get squirrely
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Tom's Guide
A more affordable folding bike
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Pros
Very light and compact
Removable battery offers versatility
Folds and unfolds super easily
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Cons
Wheels are too small and narrow for super-rough roads
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Cycling Weekly
Best folding electric bike for compact storage
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Pros
Excellent folding credentials in terms of mechanisms and size
Very portable when not riding
Smooth but powerful motor assist
Predicable power deployment
2 versions for flat or hills
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Cons
Challenging to carry much else unless in a rucksack when off bike.
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We ranked Cannondale Topstone Neo Lefty 3 #12 in June 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
Cycling News
Almost full suspension gravel bike sure to polarize opinion
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Pros
Handling and grip
Torque Lefty Oliver fork
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Cons
Ugly
Heavy
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Cycling Weekly
Best electric bike for out right fun off road
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Pros
Great confidence inspiring handling
Impressive traction and power put down
Long ranging battery
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Cons
Almost too much torque
Wheel specification low end
Looks won't be to everyone's taste
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We ranked RadPower RadRover 6 Plus #13 in June 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
Bicycling
Best Fat Tire E-Bike
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Pros
Lots of features
Comfortable ride quality
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Cons
Weight
Rack not included
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We ranked Aventon Soltera #14 in June 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
Bicycling
Best Singlespeed E-Bike
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Pros
Sleek frame with integrated battery
Lightweight
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Cons
Rim brakes
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Tom's Guide
The best electric bike if you're on a budget
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Pros
Great price
Impressive comfort
Easy to read head unit
Throttle is helpful getting the bike going from a dead stop
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Cons
Motor assist lags
Motor feels underpowered, particularly on hills
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We ranked Propella 7S #15 in June 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
Tom's Guide
A solid and affordable e-bike
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Pros
Affordable
Very light for an e-bike
Fun to ride
Flashy looks
Rear hub motor offers surprisingly strong assist
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Cons
Battery mount rattles
No integrated lights
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We ranked Rad Power RadRunner #16 in June 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
We ranked Trek Domane Plus #17 in June 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
Cycling News
Endurance assisted platform with premium comfort
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Pros
Isospeed front and rear
Stable handling
Resistance free pedaling
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Cons
Heavy
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We ranked Specialized S-Works Turbo Creo SL #18 in June 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
Bicycling
Best Road E-Bike
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Pros
Light and fast, with a long range
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Cons
Exclusionary pricing
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Cycling Weekly
Best electric bike for looking good with an excellent ride feel
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Pros
Smooth and natural system
Integration of tech
Battery life is long ranging.
Low weight of bike
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Cons
Extremely expensive when compared to other e-bikes
‘Turbo Connect Unit’ position
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We ranked Ribble CGR AL e #19 in June 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
Cycling News
Bang for your buck Gravel e-bike
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Pros
Alloy frame
Price
Rack and fender mounts
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Cons
Fixed battery
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TechRadar
The best electric gravel bike for fun on tougher terrain
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Pros
Sporty gravel bike design
Super quick acceleration
Easy to use and switch modes
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Cons
App needs some work
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We ranked Ribble Hybrid AL e #20 in June 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
TechRadar
The best hybrid e-bike for roads and gentle trail riding
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Pros
Smooth power-assisted ride
Great looks
Surprisingly affordable
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Cons
App needs a little work
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Cycling Weekly
Best electric hybrid bike for looking stylish at an affordable price
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Pros
Stable and comfortable ride position
Smooth and unobtrusive motor
Good looking bike
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Cons
Alloy seatpost prone to scuffs and scratches.
Rattily fenders/ mudguards
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We ranked Rad Power Bikes RadWagon 4 #21 in June 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
Bicycling
Best Value Cargo E-Bike
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Pros
Comes with lights, fenders, and a kickstand
Throttle gets you off the line more easily
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Cons
Less powerful up steep hills than e-cargo bikes with mid-drive motors
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We ranked Urban Arrow Family #22 in June 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
Tom's Guide
Best cargo bike for hauling your kids
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Pros
Great kickstand
Stable
Easy to get going from a dead stop
Bosch motor engages quickly and consistently
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Cons
Backsweep on handlebars puts wrists at awkward angle
Very heavy and long
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We ranked Gazelle Ultimate C380 HMB #23 in June 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
Bicycling
City E-Bike With Great Features
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Pros
High-quality parts throughout
Low-maintenance belt drive and internal gearing
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Cons
On the pricier end for a commuter bike
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Tom's Guide
A refined — but pricey — ride
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Pros
Excellent ride
Frictionless electric power
Top combination of accessories
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Cons
Expensive
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We ranked Cero One #24 in June 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
Bicycling
Best Cycle Truck E-Cargo Bike
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Pros
Intuitive feeling Shimano Steps motor
Gates belt drive and internal gear hub
Can add baskets
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Cons
A little heavy for carrying upstairs
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We ranked Specialized Turbo Levo Comp #25 in June 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
We ranked Ampler Curt #26 in June 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
TechRadar
A stylish and subtle electric bike that’s fast and efficient.
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Pros
Light and easy to get going
Stylish yet fully-featured
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Cons
Motor’s cut-off point is low
Motor assist is quite gentle
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Cycling Weekly
Best lightweight electric hybrid bike
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Pros
Light for an e-bike with a responsive ride
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Cons
Battery is fixed
Harder to charged
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We ranked QuietKat Jeep #27 in June 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
Electric Bike Report
The Best All-Terrain Electric Bike, 2022
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Pros
The 1,000W mid-drive motor (that we tested) is just plain fun, and noticeably powerful.
The inverted front fork is a huge plus for this bike. It’s absolutely what the 4.8” tires call for.
The 4-piston Tektro Dorado brakes were a great choice. A bike this fast and this heavy (70 lbs) warrants a powerful braking system.
Of course the Jeep branding is a little bit of marketing, but after riding this bike, we’d say QuietKat did a great job of living up to the Jeep name. It truly is a go anywhere and do anything e-bike.
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Cons
The 696Wh battery is a little outmatched by the energy demands of the 1,000W motor. It would be nice to see this bike spec’d with a larger battery, but for now we highly suggest getting a second battery.
The GT MRK fork seems to work fine, but at this price I’d like to see a more name brand fork like the Wren inverted fork.
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We ranked Ride1Up Roadster V2 #28 in June 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Electric Bicycles” rankings.
Cycling Weekly
Best electric bike for work and play
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Pros
Great fun to ride
Silent ride due to belt drive
Very powerful motor
Subtle e-bike looks
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Cons
Tough to ride without pedal assist
Hill starts hard before motor kicks in
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