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Heybike Hybrid vs Velotric Discover 2

Two commuter e-bikes at $1,499–$1,699, 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 Hybrid claims 25 more miles of range.
  • The Hybrid carries 158 Wh more battery.
  • The Discover 2 costs $200 less.

Every spec, side by side

HybridDiscover 2
Headline
Price$1,699$1,499
CategoryCommuterCommuter
Price per Wh$1.97 per Wh$2.12 per Wh
Model year20262024
Motor
Torque75 Nm75 Nm
Motor power750 W750 W
Peak power1200 W
DriveRear hubRear hub
Motor makeHeybikeVelotric
SensorTorque + cadenceTorque + cadence
Battery & range
Battery864 Wh706 Wh
Voltage48V
Removable batteryYesYes
Range (claim)100 mi75 mi
Range as stated100 miles max rangeUp to 75 miles
Est. real range35 mi
Estimate assumes20 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight63 lb
Max load440 lb
Rack capacity66 lb
Class & speed
Ships asClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mphClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mph
Unlocks toClass 3Class 3
ClassClass 2–3Class 2–3
ThrottleYesYes
Top assisted speed28 mph28 mph
Build
Gears8-speed8-speed
DrivetrainShimano AltusShimano (11-42T)
BrakesHydraulic discHydraulic disc
Front rotor180 mm
Rear rotor180 mm
SuspensionHardtail (front only)
Fork travel80 mm
Rear travelNoneNone
Front suspensionYes
Suspension seatpostNo
Tires27.5 x 2.427.5 x 2.5 Kenda
Display3.5" colour, Bluetooth
SizesRegular, Large
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 claimMost Velotric e-bikes are UL 2271 Recognized and UL 2849 Certified
Warranty2 yr2 yr
Warranty terms2 Year Warranty

Specs transcribed from www.heybike.com on 09/21/2026 and electricbikereview.com on 09/20/2026. Manufacturers revise specs without notice: confirm before buying.

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