Best Budget Electric Bikes
Great electric bikes that deliver solid performance without breaking the bank. Proof that you don't need to overspend to get quality.
Reviewed by Marcus Webb, Outdoor & Active Editor
Heybike Venus Foldable Electric Bike
The cheapest folding e-bike worth buying — 500W motor, 40-mile range, and folds flat for $600.
Motor Watts: 500 Battery Volts: 48 Range Miles: 40 Top Speed Mph: 20
Lectric XP Lite 2 Folding Electric Bike
The lightest folding e-bike under $1,000 — 46 lbs with a sleek design and 40+ mile range.
Motor Watts: 300 Battery Volts: 48 Range Miles: 40 Top Speed Mph: 20
Lectric XP4 750W Folding Electric Bike
The best value electric bike — folds to fit in a trunk, 750W motor, and 55+ mile range for under $1,000.
Motor Watts: 750 Battery Volts: 48 Range Miles: 55 Top Speed Mph: 28