Best Folding Electric Bikes 2024 | Top 8 Folding Bikes, Each Tested & Reviewed

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For more details on these bikes, visit our website from the link below:
electricbikereport.com/best-f...
For the current pricing of these bikes, click on the links below:
Lectric XP 3.0 - www.ebrdeals.com/ebrBPoverall...
Ride1Up Portola - ebrdeals.com/ebrRide1UP-Portola
RadExpand 5 - ebrdeals.com/ebrRad-RadExpand...
Blix Vika+ Flex - www.ebrdeals.com/ebrRP-blix-v...
Lectric XP Lite - www.ebrdeals.com/ebrRP-Lectri...
Aventon Sinch.2 - ebrdeals.com/ebrRP-AventonSinch2
Mokwheel Slate - ebrdeals.com/ebrdealsMokwheel...
Heybike Mars 2.0 - ebrdeals.com/ebrHeyBike-Mars2
Brompton - ebrdeals.com/Brompton
There was a time when we did double takes if we saw a folding bike. They felt like a novelty at first encounter.
Fast forward to 2024 and they are EVERYWHERE. They are easily one of the more popular categories of bike thanks to how portable they are. Sedan drivers, RVers and more all can take them easily.
Our team has reviewed hundreds of e-bikes, and folders are ones we field TONS of questions about. Here's our pick amongst the best performers from our testing.
#foldingbikes #bestfoldingebikes #bestfoldingebikes2024
00:00 Best Folding E-Bikes 2024
00:52 - Overview
02:04 - Lectric XP 3.0
04:13 - Ride1Up Portola
06:32 - RadExpand 5+
08:46 - Blix Vika+
10:34 - Lectric XP Lite
12:45 - Aventon Sinch.2
14:12 - Mokwheel Slate
15:42 - Heybike Mars 2.0
17:12 - Brompton
18:14 - Conclusion

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@35thvert1 Ай бұрын

Lots of nice folders with great features. However, you missed one of the most important features that we, as the consumer, often need. That's customer service or service after the sale. Some of these companies are falling short on this important feature. I would much rather spend my money on a "Lesser" bike from a company with excellent customer service!

@chrislabbe9412 11 күн бұрын

That’s what’s sold me on Lectric! Day 2 my front fork started squeaking and a 5 minute phone call to Arizona had a new fork shipped to me. 1300 miles since and no issues! XP 3.0 14ah long range

@paulbruner1061 2 ай бұрын

I have an ENGWE L20 2.0. Paid 699.00 have had it over 28mph....21-80 mile range , dual suspension....I like my bike a lot. Especially for the money...

@ihmpall Ай бұрын

How did you buy it for 699?

@chrislabbe9412 11 күн бұрын

Seat post doesn’t technically count as dual suspension, that would be front and rear. I have an XP 3.0 bought in April and already have 1300 miles, it cruises on pavement but bounces and rattles all over off-road. Engwe does have some comparable dual suspension bikes but that would be the EP 2.0

@Ctrey97 2 ай бұрын

I love the XP Lite it is so light and nimble. My wife and I love going on bike rides together, it is one of our favorite hobbies.

@lbeck37 2 ай бұрын

I've had several e-bikes and I was looking for one that was small enough to fit two in the back of our 2017 Chevy Volt. I found one on Amazon, that is currently (May '24) about $500 including shipping,. "Vivi M026TGB 26" Folding Electric Mountain Bike with 500W Motor, 48V". I was skeptical as it sounded too good to be true, but I was surprised how good they are. I like the fact that they are full size 26" with full suspension. They fold up nicely, look pretty sharp, and the battery seems to give a solid 20 miles of range, which is really my limit before my butt gets too sore. :) I was used to paying over $1,000 (closer to $2,000) for our e-bikes and was surprised how OK these were at such a low price.

@MikeTrieu 2 ай бұрын

Nothing else would fit in my cramped Honda Accord Hybrid trunk, so Lectric Lite was the best choice for me (and I wasn't about to pay Brompton prices!).

@griffinhales3421 2 ай бұрын

The Lite is awesome

@Mitchhedburg 2 ай бұрын

Bingo bongo! Corolla over here. Higher utility and much lower cost than any that I know of.

@quantumfx2677 Ай бұрын

Nice bike but not a long ride on the battery. Good for short distance and slower speeds.

@ihmpall Ай бұрын

Poooooonjab

@keith450 Ай бұрын

You guys should add the weights of every bike you test

@ElectricBikeReport Ай бұрын

We do cover that on the written review if we forget to mention it on the video!

@GIedits-vf7re 2 ай бұрын

If you need to fold down to get on the subway or perhaps a city apartment, brompton is the best and smallest folding bike.please review their ebike as well as the carbo model s (350 w) which is also lightweight while offering a bit more power than a brompton

@thomasgormley9603 Ай бұрын

Love your thorough reviews. The Heybike Mars 2.0 1000W with hydraulic brakes is brand new and starts shipping 6/18/24. I just ordered one last week. I would love to see this compared with any other bike, folding or not. I haven't seen 1000W bikes under $1500 and am very interested in you and your fan base's opinion.

@ElectricBikeReport Ай бұрын

The 750W version did a solid job, so we expect the 1000W version to be generally faster. We're not sure if Heybike will send us one yet, but we'll see what happens.

@visualpun650 2 ай бұрын

Is the Lectric XP-lite battery UL listed?

@cpollero53 2 күн бұрын

Congrats guys, your efforts don't go unnoticed, that was an excellent video.

@ElectricBikeReport 2 күн бұрын

Thanks for the kudos!

@user-rh1mn2zq2e 27 күн бұрын

I have a Ride1up Portola for my wife and the Engwe L20 2.0 for my 6 foot self. We love them both. The Portola is strong but the 52volt Engwe is an absolute beast for hills. Skip Amazon and buy direct though.

@Jameshhl Ай бұрын

Could you review QualiSports Volador only 38lbs, I was thinking about getting one because it is so light.

@torinsall 19 күн бұрын

Very much looking forward to your Brompton ebike review. You might also want to review the Zizzo e-Forte electric bike (under a thousand dollars, came out late 2023). One thing to consider is bike weight handling by shorter or lighter people. I know someone who loved the fit of the Synch 2 so bought it, then discovered that the bike was too heavy to keep upright if it started to tip, so fell multiple times...this person has had both shoulder joints replaced and both spouse and this person have had back surgeries. So they also have trouble getting it into their car. For a lot of folks, ebikes in the under 50# range are much easier to handle, load, pedal unpowered, than those in the 60-80 or higher pound range. edited for typos

@salvatorediciaccio376 27 күн бұрын

Definitely try the Aipas A2 for $699 or less. I have been reading that is a rebadged letric with more features and power. I’m curious to how it does on your next test

@steveslane8904 28 күн бұрын

what do you think of the aipas a2 elite .... on sale for 699

@antonioiniguez1615 2 ай бұрын

It would be awesome to see you test out the Velotric Fold. I agree that Lectric is the best one on this list.

@griffinhales3421 2 ай бұрын

Just got that in the office actually. Review will be up soon!

@antonioiniguez1615 2 ай бұрын

@@griffinhales3421 Awesome! I love the hard work y'all put into these

@antonioiniguez1615 2 ай бұрын

@@griffinhales3421 Awesome, I can't wait! I really appreciate the hard work you all put into these reviews.

@greytravels4311 2 ай бұрын

What about the Mod E-bikes? Like the Mod City +3 folding? Thoughts on this?

@ElectricBikeReport 2 ай бұрын

We have not reviewed the Mod City +3 folding e-bike yet.

@dailylife3975 Ай бұрын

I have a victrip titan and that bike is amazing and especially there customer service is outstanding

@jeffhoughton6140 2 ай бұрын

Have you guys texted the HovBeta yet? It has a 750W rear hub torque sensor and hydraulic brakes. I am curious how it would stack up.

@ElectricBikeReport 2 ай бұрын

Not yet, but it looks interesting. You're not the first person to mention it, so hopefully we can get that one in!

@jeffhoughton6140 2 ай бұрын

@@ElectricBikeReport thanks for the reply. I’ll keep my eyes open for a future review. Keep up the good work.

@leftcoastlefty55 Ай бұрын

It would be nice if you discussed the brakes. Did any of those have mechanical calipers? I wouldn't consider anything without hydraulic brakes.

@ElectricBikeReport Ай бұрын

The Heybike Mars and Aventon Sinch.2 have mechanical disc brakes. Generally speaking, we opted to leave brakes out, as 95% of bikes have effective brakes to start, and those that end up on our Best list are sure to perform well.

@kevinnashskitchen3517 2 ай бұрын

I like this format. Good job! Hopefully we get a few new updated bikes because of this list.

@georgewheeler5748 29 күн бұрын

Fold type we liked to see are: Hipeak Elias Vitilan U7 Revibikes Rebel2

@mmanjin 2 ай бұрын

Would have been nice if you guys included the Electric XP Trike model. It’s a folding trike made by LECTRIC and really great deal at $1,499. It’s great for those of us, like me, that have limited mobility and prefer the stability and in this case the convenience a folding e-trike offers. Perhaps an E-trike review coming soon?

@quantumfx2677 Ай бұрын

Hopefully they get out the reverse trike with independent suspension, they don't tip over like a normal trike and much safer and incredibly smooth comfortable ride on the back when going over bumps!

@glenblood4155 Ай бұрын

You should also look at Dahon. They have two Ebike versions. I have had a couple of their regular folder bikes over the past 20 years. Excellent quality. US company.

@prescapt 21 күн бұрын

What about the Jasion X Hunter? Has a peak power of 1400W, 90Nm, like 60miles range, 28-30mph. Has some really good numbers

@dabike 2 ай бұрын

What about the Magicycle Jaguarundi? 750W Motor, 48V Battery, 50 Mile Range Class 2 folding bike. Cost ~$1,300.

@griffinhales3421 2 ай бұрын

Haven’t tested it yet, so we don’t know about its performance. Looks interesting though - hopefully we can test it soon.

@tmuskrat57 14 күн бұрын

Revibike Rebel 2... thoughts??

@AnthonyBrasch 20 күн бұрын

Wildeway FW11 3.0 comes with a 48 volt 32 ah battery. 32 ah is incredible. I bet it would crush the range on these. It has plenty of power, decent features, and I got mine for $779. They are lesser known, but I've had 0 issues with mine so far. You can get the 4.0 for more if you want Hydraulic disc brakes. You guys should check them out.

@hovsco 2 ай бұрын

Would love to see hovsco's folding ebike's review and test

@celticbhoy14 2 ай бұрын

I thought you might have included the Engwe L20 SE in your list, fantastic bike at a great price

@ElectricBikeReport 2 ай бұрын

Haven't tested it out yet so if we get the chance we'll consider it when we update this list. What do you like about it?

@celticbhoy14 2 ай бұрын

@@ElectricBikeReport It`s brilliant at climbing hills and it is a big bike better suited to someone like me who is six feet four in height and it costs $799 , so what`s not to like and it it goes up to 29mph depending on how much you weigh

@user-vm7db1gn6k 2 ай бұрын

I want a foldable step through with enough power to pull a trailer for my dogs and be able to climb big hills. Is there something out there for me, preferably with 2 1000watt motors and maybe 2 batteries? I don't need speed, just power by way of torque!

@user-ip8zo7wn6d 2 ай бұрын

Have you looked at Wallke bikes ?

@greensavant2573 2 ай бұрын

The Gocycle G4i should be reviewed if the Brompton is. Also, the new Gocycle CXi & CX+ Family Cargo electric bikes, with a total load of 480 pounds, while itself weighs 50.0 pounds. (Gocycle is not for the bargain hunter, but neither is Brompton. Must be a UK thing!)

@ElectricBikeReport 2 ай бұрын

Gocycle is still on our written best list. It's a GREAT bike.

@waderambo460 21 күн бұрын

Do not understand why the Aipas A2 was not on this list? At $699, looks like it came in from the same assembly line as the Lectric 3.0 except in different colors, has a 750w motor where the 3.0 only has a 500w motor. Only downside is the 3.0 has hydraulic brakes. I am leaning towards the Aipas which seems best purchase for the $.

@randybice1981 27 күн бұрын

I just bought a Denago fold 1 be picking up this week anyone else have this bike?

@AndinKansas 20 күн бұрын

Your opinion, please. Jasion x-hunter folding e-bike. Would you recommend? Can’t find much info on this brand. Jasion has partnered with heybike company. As I understand it. Thank you

@ElectricBikeReport 20 күн бұрын

We have not yet tested anything from this brand. It's hard to comment without knowing what brands manufacture the components on the bike (the webpage doesn't share much), but I'd say it depends on what you plan to do with it. At its price, we wouldn't expect the suspension to hold up to long-term application of some of the extreme activities shown in the promotional footage (i.e. jumping). If you're riding primarily on smoother paved surfaces, that might be a different story.

@AndinKansas 19 күн бұрын

@@ElectricBikeReport Thank you for taking the time and responding. I appreciate it.

@tiagothinks Ай бұрын

Guy, please check out the Envo Flex Overland!

@akyerit 2 ай бұрын

engwe has recently reeased the engine pro mk2 and it has a torque sensor and the potential to run dual batteries

@ElectricBikeReport 2 ай бұрын

That sounds promising! Are you riding and Engwe now?

@akyerit 2 ай бұрын

@@ElectricBikeReport no, I've been riding a super73, but I've been in the market for more of a work bike, that possibly folds, and that Engwe is definitely at the top of my list. My priority from experience is battery size, followed by dual suspension, with some potential of portability if at all possible lol. There are also a car uple 60 ah folders on the market I'm interested in as well

@BigB0ss00 2 ай бұрын

Any idea when there will be a Lectric XP 3.5 or 4.0?

@DM-fp8uw 2 ай бұрын

Lectric already got a 3.5 upgrade when they added hydraulic brakes and a few other small upgrades.

@BigB0ss00 2 ай бұрын

@@DM-fp8uw oh yeah forgot about that. hope they come out with the 4.0 this year with noticeable changes

@DM-fp8uw 2 ай бұрын

@@BigB0ss00 My wish list would be a styling update, a more easily removable battery, 8 speed shifter, lighter weight, and, in my dreams, a 750w nominal motor and a torque sensor.

@ZERVVREZ Ай бұрын

Is there an ebike out there that folds into a grocery cart of sorts? That would be cool. Something i can fold and then use the wheels to push or pull it

@joeyvillaro8693 25 күн бұрын

Luckeep x1 lite?

@DAGISKING 2 ай бұрын

so letric might be the best ?

@lindalabiosa-ul1jg 23 күн бұрын

Check out the Velotric fold bike

@ElectricBikeReport 23 күн бұрын

We reviewed that one! Unfortunately, we had already filmed this video beforehand, so it didn't make the list. It will likely show up the next time we do a Best Folding E-Bikes video.

@jbaccanalia 2 ай бұрын

The Evelo dash always gets missed. It's more expensive, but with mid drive and a belt, it's higher quality.

@pollyhutchison5055 2 ай бұрын

I have an Evelo, the carbon belt took it over the other options. No grease, and I hardly ever have to charge it with my “last mile” commute

@Lisalovesspiritssouls 20 күн бұрын

I need best bike for bike trailer I use for my senoir pup

@chrislabbe9412 11 күн бұрын

We need a dual suspension folding e-bike review like the Engwe Engine Pro 2.0

@KingTCasper Ай бұрын

Surprised you don't have wallke H9 on here

@Gidyupcowboy 2 ай бұрын

Jasion X-Hunter is an amazing beast for an e-bike.

@ElectricBikeReport 2 ай бұрын

We'll have to test it out and see how it does! What do you like about it?

@Gidyupcowboy 2 ай бұрын

@@ElectricBikeReport out of the box I liked speed, torque, distance, dual suspension, seat and easy to assemble. I am 250 and has no issues. Price tag was nice as well.

@skin28420 2 ай бұрын

You missed GoCycle. Great light weight folding e-bike

@ElectricBikeReport 2 ай бұрын

We have them included on our written best page. It's an AWESOME bike for sure!

@BrandonMcNeil-jp4dh 2 ай бұрын

Engwe x26 or ne of the engwe x series, or ne engwe at all.. all around best bikes I've used

@ElectricBikeReport 2 ай бұрын

That's some serious Engwe love!

@SoberBangBangVeteran 2 ай бұрын

Jasion X-Hunter and Jasion EB7

@chaxologist2961 2 ай бұрын

What about the Hovsco Hovbeta? Its been out over a year and has a torque sensor, 750 watt hub motor, Class 3 speeds and hydraulic brakes! Essentially an Aventon Sinch 2 on steroids! Get on with it now!

@quantumfx2677 Ай бұрын

750w Hub isn't much in power!

@chaxologist2961 Ай бұрын

@@quantumfx2677 It is still far more powerful than the Sinch 2's 500w motor and packs 85Nm of torque! People reviewing this bike literally almost wheelie off the moment they engage the throttle on this thing!

@DM-fp8uw 2 ай бұрын

Sinch has a free second battery now too

@ElectricBikeReport 2 ай бұрын

That's a screaming deal then.

@h8rry 4 күн бұрын

Geleisen folding e-bike 20” model TT-S1 lightweight 47 lbs fits any cars.

@godfree2canada 2 ай бұрын

none of the links are working (Firefox)

@doneggerton7313 2 ай бұрын

What about ENGWE. Folding bikes?

@ElectricBikeReport 2 ай бұрын

Haven't tested any folding bikes from them. Hopefully we can get some in soon and see how they stack up.

@doneggerton7313 2 ай бұрын

@@ElectricBikeReport kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rc6IdLp8ssDDoWQ.htmlsi=pxgj4qDkLmkoctY9

@DM-fp8uw 2 ай бұрын

You had one small mistake on the Sinch. It can be unlocked in the Aventon app to 25mph. Not quite 28, but better than 20.

@Mookie-Jones 2 ай бұрын

The sinch 2 is a gem

@kevinnashskitchen3517 2 ай бұрын

Folding bikes should not make a person look like a circus Bear on a bike. Yet be light for a lady to manage it into a minivan.. 12 ah is fine but a strong 75 Nm or so. Hydraulic brakes and suspension great lights front and rear.. a comfy seat. Not much to ask for in the $700 range..

@ElectricBikeReport 2 ай бұрын

Any such bike come to mind at that price tag?

@MikeBig007 Ай бұрын

Heybike Tyson

@Ian-yf3fo 2 ай бұрын

Er Go cycle folding ebike ???

@ElectricBikeReport 2 ай бұрын

We've got that included on our written best page!

@NOWitsOKto 2 ай бұрын

The channel should change name to Lectric Bike Report. Yes, I've owned Lectric, and they are ok, good starter bike at best in my opinion.

@nataliepierce-shult1052 2 ай бұрын

Very bad experience with my lectric 3.0 first when I got it I had the battery stolen off my porch then the range that I was getting with it was only 10 to 12 miles on PAS one and then it fell out of my semi truck and hit the ground and broke in half Cracked right up the hinge. I bought a used 2.0 and absolutely loved it. Something about the components with the 3.0 just aren’t as good. I now have the rad expand five and it is the best bike by far over lectric. Long-haul trucker and I have to have a bike that folds to keep it in the cab passenger seat of my truck so I can go on rides I get in a good 50 to 75 miles a week.

@deborahfleming7174 2 ай бұрын

I love my Rad Expand 5!!!

@billbuss7542 10 күн бұрын

Have you ever checked the King Bull bikes?

@killako397 4 күн бұрын

Drops the battery and gets it stolen and then complains the components aren’t as good lol

@billbuss7542 4 күн бұрын

Just bought a used 2.0. Hop I’m going to like it. Didn’t realize that bike is so heavy.

@MeMe-cd1wy Ай бұрын

Cadence sensors suck!

@el9delcielo 9 күн бұрын

How can you review folding bikes and not discuss folding??

@ElectricBikeReport 9 күн бұрын

Most folding bikes operate in a similar fashion, with a collapsing/telescoping stem and a central hinge in the frame. We will likely add folded dimensions to videos like this in the future, but it's safe to assume that all of the bikes on this list fold effectively.

@markwexy1621 2 ай бұрын

What a joke. You pass this video off as real analysis, but it's so obvious that it was just an advertisement for every one of these bikes. I've had many different folding ebikes over the years. And there are obvious attributes and deficiencies of each. You did a prospective buyer absolutely no service. You never addressed any weaknesses or deficiencies of these models. So buyers out there beware, this is not the channel that gives any worthwhile information. Even if I wanted one of these bikes, I would definitely not click on your affiliate link because you don't deserve it. Shame on you.

@ElectricBikeReport 2 ай бұрын

Hi Mark, Just a reminder, the first link in the video description takes you to our written best folding page. From there you'll find links to individual reviews for each bike (written or video, except the Mokwheel Slate which should be live within a week) where you'll get all the in-depth testing and analysis along with the good and bad of each bike. The purpose of this video was to share what we liked most about each of these ones since they are ones we often recommend, or because they were standouts from our testing. We hope that helps ✌️

@chaxologist2961 2 ай бұрын

Yeah, it's a joke that they jump straight to the 2024 audacity when they haven't reviewed a folding e-bike that's been out over a year that's essentially the superior version of the Aventon Sinch 2. Sad to see the Hovsco Hovbeta being the overlooked, overshadowed black sheep despite being an Aventon Sinch 2 on steroids.

@JustAnotherAsianGuy2 2 ай бұрын

i would never buy a folding bike ..... I'd rather get a scooter ..... or skates ..... if i buy a bike ..... no folding

@ElectricBikeReport 2 ай бұрын

Why no folding?

@torinsall 19 күн бұрын

No fear... you are not required to buy, nor will anyone try to force you to buy, a folding bike.

@maryl.7226 2 ай бұрын

Velotric Fold!

@ElectricBikeReport 2 ай бұрын

We are in the middle of reviewing this e-bike now, but it wasn't completed in time to evaluate for this current Best List. We are liking it so far though!

@saucysausage 2 ай бұрын

When $CHUCK rides an electric bike, it becomes a turbocharged rocket on two wheels and he uses it to get more $CHUCK to save more dogs for more dog charities @CHUCK_on_Base