The 10 best electric folding bikes of 2024

The folding electric bike is very practical if you frequently use public transport while carrying your two-wheeler, but also if you need to store your VAE in cramped places (car boot, small apartment, landing...). Here's our selection of the 10 best folding electric bikesYou can get them at a discounted price in refurbished versions at Upway.

Weighing in at just 16 kg (including motor and battery for the Active 24 V model), the folding electric bike from Ahooga electric bike is currently one of the lightest on the market! It takes just a handful of seconds to partially fold it and take it with you on public transport. Only 10 seconds are needed for complete folding.

Available in 215 colors, this folding VAE is sure to liven up your daily commute! The 24 V model features a 168 Wh battery for up to 50 km and 35 Nm of torque. This folding ebike is ideal for city commuting.

What better way to buy your EAB than with Brompton, the British bicycle brand that pioneered the manufacture of folding bikes? The Brompton Electric C Line is the world's most compact folding electric bike! It features a folding system invented by the brand itself in 1975. This original 3-part folding system transforms your folding EAB into a small size in less than 20 seconds, thanks to the small 16" wheels.

Our robust range includes 6- and 12-speed bikes, some with optional "roller frame" wheels for easy transport. It's equipped with a front hub motor and a 300 Wh battery (rechargeable in 4 hours, or 2 hours with the SuperFast charger) that can cover up to 70 km. The Brompton Electric C Line offers 3 riding modes and features an intelligent torque sensor for assistance at the right moments.

A French brand born in 2018 in Genas (Rhône), Eovolt has built its reputation on its specialty: folding, comfortable, long-range electric-assist bicycles assembled locally.

Alternatively, with its large 20-inch diameter wheels, the Eovolt Afternoon folding electric bike delivers excellent stability and a comfortable ride compared to a conventional 16-inch bike. Despite its larger wheels, it features a "Fold & Go" folding system that takes just 10 seconds to set up. When folded, the French VAE is about the size of a large wheeled suitcase, an advantage if you intend to transport it on the train or in the trunk of a car.

Le Tern Vektron is a folding electric bike that has been continuously improved by the brand in recent years. Regularly rated as one of the best on the market, it even makes it into the top 10 of the prestigious German magazine Focus Mobility. It takes just 10 seconds to fold up and take with you wherever you go. It's a very comfortable folding bike, equipped with a rear rack to which you can even attach a child seat, without the need for an adapter.

The Tern Vektron fits riders between 1.47 and 1.95 m tall, with equal comfort. Its Bosch Active Line motor is sufficient for flat riding, or even Performance Line if you regularly ride with a load or on uneven terrain. Its removable Bosch PowerPack 500 Wh battery is more than adequate for a week's velotafing, covering up to 130 km.

The folding VAE can be as practical as the Flyer Upstreet 2, thanks to the luggage rack for a basket or two panniers. It can also be stable thanks to a double stand, and protect against splashes when riding in the rain thanks to mudguards. Its riding position is also perfect, thanks to the adjustable stem and comfortable saddle, while the latter is suspended for greater comfort over long distances.

With a 500 Wh battery, the range of the Upstreet Flyer 2 folding electric bike is between 60 and 100 km. This top-of-the-range EAB uses the renowned Bosch Performance Line central motor for effortless riding, hydraulic disc brakes and wide Schwalbe tires tires. Last but not least, we love the 5-speed Nexus transmission, which can be shifted while stationary, unlike a conventional derailleur.

Like Flyer, the Bergamont Paul-E accommodates a large battery in the frame, without preventing easy folding. Powered by a Shimano 40 Nm central motor, it's aimed at city-dwellers who want to shift 7 gears at any time via the Nexus hub transmission. Its comforting hydraulic disc brakes, comprehensive equipment and finishes make the Bergamont Paul-E a top-of-the-range folding VAE.

The folding electric bike O2feel iPeps 5 is the perfect ally for city dwellers. This EAB is equipped with the iPowerFit battery integrated into the seat tube, with a range of up to 100 km, which can be doubled with the purchase of a second battery, thanks to the iPowerFit Duo system. As for the motor, it's powered by a Shimano E5000 with a torque of 40 Nm, located at the bottom bracket.

The O2feel iPeps 5 offers a choice of 6 assistance modes. Its 7-speed Nexus derailleur lets you shift gears even when stationary, without the risk of derailing. Another asset is its sophisticated look. It's beautifully finished and easy to straddle thanks to its low, U-shaped frame.

Perched on 20-inch wheels, Decathlon's folding electric bike is designed to be safe to ride in the urban jungle. The Btwin E Fold 500 is a city-dweller ready for frequent stops thanks to its kickstand, for riding in all weathers thanks to its mudguards, and its luggage rack allows you to carry your shopping.

The Btwin E Fold 500 is one of the most affordable folding VAEs on the market (just over 1,000 euros new), with a slim frame and elegant paintwork. Its adjustable stem and wide seat make it comfortable for all sizes. The rear cantilever battery, easy to remove, offers 252 Wh of capacity, for a range of 30 to 50 km, according to Decathlon.

For physical reasons, or to be as practical as possible on a day-to-day basis, you're looking for a VAE with a low frame, to make it easier to straddle. The folding electric bike Pegasus E7T Easy Step electric folding bike is the perfect answer, with its modern, elegant structure supporting 115 kg. This construction is made possible by its inch wheels and saddle-mounted battery, whose 375 Wh capacity allows a minimum of 40 km per charge.

With its sleek aluminum frame featuring carbon, the Gocycle G4 is at the cutting edge of technology. Its 20-inch spoked wheels give it a sporty look, and the 70 Nm front motor's rawness matches its plumage. Hiding its belt drive behind an elegant magnesium casing, the British folding VAE takes care of its equipment with mudguards and a very stable double center stand.