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Heybike Hybrid vs Troxus Trax Mid-Drive

Two commuter e-bikes at $1,699–$1,999, every published spec lined up. Nothing here is estimated: a figure the manufacturer does not publish is shown as “—”.

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Where they differ

  • The Trax Mid-Drive makes 55 Nm more torque.
  • The Hybrid claims 40 more miles of range.
  • The Hybrid carries 110 lb more total load.
  • The Hybrid carries 144 Wh more battery.
  • The Hybrid costs $300 less.
  • The Hybrid is rear hub; the Trax Mid-Drive is mid-drive.
  • The Hybrid ships as class 2–3; the Trax Mid-Drive ships as class 3.

Every spec, side by side

HybridTrax Mid-Drive
Headline
Price$1,699$1,999
CategoryCommuterCommuter
Price per Wh$1.97 per Wh$2.78 per Wh
Model year20262025
Motor
Torque75 Nm130 Nm
Motor power750 W500 W
Peak power1200 W
DriveRear hubMid-drive
Motor makeHeybikeBafang mid-motor
Drive systemBafang
SensorTorque + cadenceTorque + cadence
Battery & range
Battery864 Wh720 Wh
Voltage48V
Capacity15 Ah
CellsSamsung
Removable batteryYesYes
Range (claim)100 mi60 mi
Range as stated100 miles max rangeUp to 60 miles per charge
Est. real range36 mi
Estimate assumes20 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight61 lb
Max load440 lb330 lb
Rack capacity66 lb
Class & speed
Ships asClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mphClass 3: pedal assist to 28 mph
Unlocks toClass 3Class 3
ClassClass 2–3Class 3
ThrottleYesYes
Top assisted speed28 mph28 mph
Build
Gears8-speed11-speed
DrivetrainShimano AltusShimano CUES
BrakesHydraulic discHydraulic disc
Front rotor180 mm
Rear rotor180 mm
SuspensionHardtail (front only)
Fork travel75 mm
Rear travelNoneNone
Front suspensionYes
Tires27.5 x 2.427.5 x 2.2
DisplayBafang colour, Bluetooth, remote
FrameAluminum
SizesSmall 15.5", Medium 17.5", Large 19"
Step-through optionYes
Included
LightsYesYes
FendersYes
RackYesYes
KickstandYes
SafetyUL 2849*UL 2849*
Safety certificationUL 2849: most models, confirm this oneUL 2849: most models, confirm this one
As the maker states it"UL 2849 Safety Standards" on some models and "In accordance with UL 2849" on others, which is not the same claim"UL-2849 certified" on the Lynx Cargo; the Explorer Plus iQ states the battery is "UL-2271 Certified"
Warranty2 yr5 yr

Specs transcribed from www.heybike.com on 09/21/2026 and www.troxusmobility.com on 09/21/2026. Manufacturers revise specs without notice: confirm before buying.

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