Vanmoof S3
£1798 / stuff.tv/vanmoofs3
Vanmoof’s second-gen S3 (or X3 if you’re under 5ft 8in) looks like a normal bike, rides like a normal bike and, crucially, doesn’t cost a ridiculous amount of cash. The chunky 50mm tyres, slightly swooped bars and upright riding position all combine to make it super-comfy, and 30 miles with the power assistance set to level three (out of four) left us completely sweat-free with 20% still in the tank. Plus, for such a looker, the S3 has a lot of tech hidden away to make it a less than ideal target for thieves. Stuff says ★★★★★
This smart-looking e-bike offers a great ride, great features and some genuinely useful security smarts
Cowboy 3 £1990 / stuff.tv/cowboy3
The 43-mile range, app-controlled lights, smart tracking and anti-theft tech make this bike a true commuter contender. It’s a handsome steed… but watch out for the new Cowboy 4 on p10.
Stuff says ★★★★★
A light e-bike that’s ideal for commuting Specialized Turbo Vado SL 5.0 EQ £4000 / stuff.tv/vadosl
With the electrics hidden away in the frame, this hybrid bike looks pretty discreet – but it has a mass of added extras, including an extra boost of assistance for daunting hills and a kickstand for statement propping.
Stuff says ★★★★★
Pricey, but well built and a real easy rider Gocycle GX ★★★★★ £2899 / stuff.tv/gocyclegx
This foldaway e-bike is getting hard to find, but the new G4 model is on its way… Ribble Hybrid AL e ★★★★★ £2199 / stuff.tv/ribblehybrid
A secret e-bike that proves you don’t need fancy extras for an excellent ride.