Buying guide
Best folding electric bikes in the UK
Chosen from what the Amazon listings state, not tested by us. How we pick
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Compare them allBest overall
SAMEBIKE LO26-II: 26 in folder, 21 gears
The listing states a 250 W rear hub motor reaching 25 km/h and calls it UK road legal.
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LOOKRUN G11: 14 in, IP65, 45 Nm
The listing states a 250 W, 45 Nm motor with a 25 km/h top speed.
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MOONCOOL trike: 36 V 20 Ah, 204 kg load
The listing states a 250 W rated motor with pedal assistance up to 25 km/h.
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A folding e-bike earns its place when space is tight: a flat with no bike store, a car boot, or a train where full-size bikes are restricted at peak times. The numbers that matter are folded size in cm, weight in kg, wheel size and battery. Smaller wheels fold smaller but ride harsher, and a big battery adds weight you will carry up stairs. Many folders on Amazon ship with motors or throttles that are not legal on UK roads, so every model here has a listing stating a 250 W motor and pedal assistance up to 25 km/h (15.5 mph), with no throttle or electric-only mode. We compare five folders, including two folding trikes, on the facts each maker lists. Where a listing leaves out folded size or weight, we say so, because those are the figures you need most.
All products compared
- SAMEBIKE LO26-II: 26 in folder, 21 gears
- Folded size
- 102 cm (stated)
- Weight
- Not stated
- Wheels
- 26 in
- Battery
- 48 V 14 Ah
Check price on AmazonAffiliate link - FabricBike Volt: 16.5 kg, 86 x 50 x 71 cm
- Folded size
- 86 x 50 x 71 cm
- Weight
- 16.5 kg
- Wheels
- 20 in
- Battery
- 250 Wh
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- Folded size
- Not stated
- Weight
- Not stated
- Wheels
- 20 x 3.0 in
- Battery
- 36 V 20 Ah
Check price on AmazonAffiliate link - SCOUT E-Scout 24+: folding trike, 200 kg
- Folded size
- Not stated
- Weight
- Not stated
- Wheels
- 24 in
- Battery
- 14 Ah
Check price on AmazonAffiliate link - LOOKRUN G11: 14 in, IP65, 45 Nm
- Folded size
- Not stated
- Weight
- Not stated
- Wheels
- 14 x 2.1 in
- Battery
- 48 V 13 Ah
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| Product | Folded size | Weight | Wheels | Battery | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAMEBIKE LO26-II: 26 in folder, 21 gears | 102 cm (stated) | Not stated | 26 in | 48 V 14 Ah | Check price on AmazonAffiliate link |
| FabricBike Volt: 16.5 kg, 86 x 50 x 71 cm | 86 x 50 x 71 cm | 16.5 kg | 20 in | 250 Wh | Check price on AmazonAffiliate link |
| MOONCOOL trike: 36 V 20 Ah, 204 kg load | Not stated | Not stated | 20 x 3.0 in | 36 V 20 Ah | Check price on AmazonAffiliate link |
| SCOUT E-Scout 24+: folding trike, 200 kg | Not stated | Not stated | 24 in | 14 Ah | Check price on AmazonAffiliate link |
| LOOKRUN G11: 14 in, IP65, 45 Nm | Not stated | Not stated | 14 x 2.1 in | 48 V 13 Ah | Check price on AmazonAffiliate link |
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The products in detail
No. 1 · SAMEBIKE
SAMEBIKE LO26-II: 26 in folder, 21 gears
A full-size 26 inch folding bike with full suspension, hydraulic brakes and 21 gears. Folds to 102 cm for a car boot or train.
In its favour
- The listing states a 250 W rear hub motor reaching 25 km/h and calls it UK road legal.
- 21 gears and hydraulic disc brakes are unusual on a folding bike, per the listing.
- A step-through frame and adjustable saddle suit riders from 1.6 m to 2.1 m.
Good to know
- Weight is not stated, and full-size folders tend to be heavy.
- The rider plus cargo limit is quoted as 120 kg in one place and 150 kg in another.
Listing title: SAMEBIKE Electric Bike for Adults 48V, 26” Folding Electric Bike with ...
No. 2 · FabricBike
FabricBike Volt: 16.5 kg, 86 x 50 x 71 cm
A 16.5 kg 20 inch folder with a 250 W motor and 25 km/h limit. The lightest and the only one here with a two-year warranty.
In its favour
- Two-year manufacturer warranty, longer than every other bike in this guide.
- At 16.5 kg and folding to 86 x 50 x 71 cm it is easy to carry and store.
- The listing states 250 W and assistance up to 25 km/h.
Good to know
- Single-speed with a small 250 Wh battery, so it suits short flat trips.
- Rigid frame with no suspension on 20 inch wheels.
Listing title: FabricBike Volt - Folding Electric Bike, 20 inch Adult Electric Bike, ...
No. 3 · MOONCOOL
MOONCOOL trike: 36 V 20 Ah, 204 kg load
A folding fat tyre trike with a rear differential, hydraulic brakes and a 36 V 20 Ah battery. Built for errands rather than commuting by train.
In its favour
- The listing states a 250 W rated motor with pedal assistance up to 25 km/h.
- Up to 128 km claimed from a removable 36 V 20 Ah battery.
- Rear differential, hydraulic discs and a parking brake, with a 204 kg load limit.
Good to know
- Neither folded size nor weight is stated, and a trike is bulky.
- Parts warranty is one year, though the battery gets two.
Listing title: MOONCOOL Electric Tricycle for Adults, 20"×3.0" Fat Tyre Folding Elect...
No. 4 · SCOUT
SCOUT E-Scout 24+: folding trike, 200 kg
A folding electric trike on 24 inch wheels with 6 gears, parking brakes and a 200 kg limit. For riders who want three-wheel stability.
In its favour
- The listing states 250 W with 15.5 mph (25 km/h) assistance and a 6 km/h walk mode.
- Brake levers with parking brakes and front and rear discs are listed.
- 200 kg maximum load and a free weather cover are included.
Good to know
- Folded size, weight and battery voltage are all missing from the listing.
- A trike is wide even when folded, so it will not suit trains.
Listing title: SCOUT Electric tricycle, 24" wheels, folding frame, 6-speed, 14Ah, 250...
No. 5 · LOOKRUN
LOOKRUN G11: 14 in, IP65, 45 Nm
A low-cost 14 inch folding e-bike with a 250 W, 45 Nm motor, a 25 km/h top speed and an IP65 rating. For short flat urban trips.
In its favour
- The listing states a 250 W, 45 Nm motor with a 25 km/h top speed.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty and a claimed IP65 water resistance rating.
- Folds for storage, with front and rear mechanical disc brakes.
Good to know
- Neither weight nor folded size is stated in the listing.
- Small 14 inch wheels and no listed gears suit flat riding only.
Listing title: Folding e-bike, 48V 13AH Battery, 14'*2.1' Tire, Max 25km/h Speed, 45-...
Read before you buy
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- E-bike vs electric scooter in the UKWhy a 250 W EAPC e-bike can be ridden on UK roads while a privately owned e-scooter cannot, plus how range, carrying, storage and comfort compare day to day.
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