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Troxus Trax Mid-Drive vs Velotric Fold 1

Two commuter e-bikes at $1,299–$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 60 Nm more torque.
  • The Fold 1 costs $700 less.
  • The Fold 1 carries 110 lb more total load.
  • The Trax Mid-Drive carries 112 Wh more battery.
  • The Trax Mid-Drive claims 5 more miles of range.
  • The Trax Mid-Drive uses a torque + cadence sensor; the Fold 1 uses a cadence sensor.
  • The Trax Mid-Drive is mid-drive; the Fold 1 is rear hub.
  • The Trax Mid-Drive ships as class 3; the Fold 1 ships as class 2–3.

Every spec, side by side

Trax Mid-DriveFold 1
Headline
Price$1,999$1,299
CategoryCommuterCommuter
Price per Wh$2.78 per Wh$2.14 per Wh
Model year20252026
Motor
Torque130 Nm70 Nm
Motor power500 W750 W
Peak power—1050 W
DriveMid-driveRear hub
Motor makeBafang mid-motorVelotric
Drive systemBafang—
SensorTorque + cadenceCadence
Battery & range
Battery720 Wh608 Wh
Voltage48V48V
Capacity15 Ah—
CellsSamsung18650
Removable batteryYes—
Range (claim)60 mi55 mi
Range as statedUp to 60 miles per chargeUp to 55 miles pedal assist, 45 miles on throttle
Est. real range36 mi30 mi
Estimate assumes20 Wh per mile20 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight61 lb63 lb
Max load330 lb440 lb
Rack capacity—120 lb
Class & speed
Ships asClass 3: pedal assist to 28 mphClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mph
Unlocks toClass 3Class 3
ClassClass 3Class 2–3
ThrottleYesYes
Top assisted speed28 mph28 mph
Build
Gears11-speed7-speed
DrivetrainShimano CUESShimano 7-speed (11-28T)
BrakesHydraulic discHydraulic disc
Front rotor180 mm180 mm
Rear rotor180 mm180 mm
SuspensionHardtail (front only)Hardtail (front only)
Fork travel75 mm60 mm
Rear travelNoneNone
Front suspensionYesYes
Suspension seatpost—No
Tires27.5 x 2.220 x 3.0 puncture resistant
DisplayBafang colour, Bluetooth, remote1.8" LCD
FrameAluminumAluminum alloy
SizesSmall 15.5", Medium 17.5", Large 19"One size (4'9" to 6'5")
Step-through optionYesYes
Included
LightsYesYes
FendersYesYes
RackYesYes
KickstandYesYes
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 certified" on the Lynx Cargo; the Explorer Plus iQ states the battery is "UL-2271 Certified"Most Velotric e-bikes are UL 2271 Recognized and UL 2849 Certified
Warranty5 yr2 yr
Warranty terms—2 Year Warranty (brand policy)

Specs transcribed from www.troxusmobility.com on 09/21/2026 and www.velotricbike.com on 09/30/2026. Manufacturers revise specs without notice: confirm before buying.

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