The Best Ebikes Under $2000: Affordable, Reliable, And Fun (2023)

Fastest Commuter Ebike Under $2000

1. Aventon Level.2  Commuter Ebike

Our Rating

4.8/5

$1799

KEY SPECS

The Aventon Level.2 Commuter Ebike is standard as a class 2 e-bike but can be unlocked to upgrade to a class 3 if desired. The front suspension offers extra comfort and traction to make your ride smoother and safer.

It includes a rack and fenders to carry all your gear. In addition, Level.2 has a few upgraded features since the original version. First, it uses a torque sensor for a more natural ride feel. Second, it upgraded the LCD from black and white to full color. And it also added some extra tail lights into the seat stays for safety.

Aventon kept the 500-watt brushless motor to give you plenty of power to climb hills. And the range is pretty impressive at up to 60 miles, depending on the level of pedal assist that you use.

A couple of other benefits to Level 2 are that the battery charges quickly, in 4 to 5 hours. And the bike only weighs about 54 pounds.

I love the look of the Level.2 – it doesn’t have that cargo appearance. It looks a little bit more classy with some road bike appeal.

I also love that Aventon prioritized distance and battery life over high wattages. A 500-watt motor is enough to do most of the climbing you need, although that will slightly drain your battery. But under ideal circumstances, you can really go far with this bike, making it a great commuter bike on a budget.

OUR VERDICT

If you need a fast commute on a budget, the Aventon Level.2 has really leveled up as one of the best e-bikes under $2000. Aventon kept some of the best parts of the commuter bike and improved a few others, making it an affordable, well-rounded, fast ride. I give it a 4.8/5.

Best Ebike Under $2000 for Urban Cycling

2. Co-op Cycles CTY e2.1 Electric Bike

Our Rating

4.7/5

$1799

KEY SPECS

The Co-op Cycles CTY e2.1 Electric Bike is an urban rider’s dream. It’s very lightweight for an e-bike, making it nimble and quick to navigate traffic easily. It has a front suspension fork with 75 mm of travel which you can lock out when you don’t need it. Hybrid-style handlebars also give you a comfortable, upright position. The combination of suspension, rugged tires, and wide bars give you lots of control over the bike and makes it more comfortable to ride.

The bike features an integrated cargo rack to haul your gear to work or home from the grocery store. You can attach a child seat to the cargo area, but it has a maximum weight of 59 pounds, including the seat.

I like that the small size features a step-through design, so shorter riders (like myself) can easily get on and off the bike, especially when it’s loaded with gear.

I have to admit the motor seems a little bit paltry compared to other, similarly priced e-bikes. However, you should still have plenty of power to get where you need to go as long as you aren’t doing massive hill climbing. In addition, the smaller motor helps keep the weight low, which might be important if you have to carry the bike at all or take it on the train, or if you want to do some pedaling without the pedal assist.

However, Co-op didn’t skimp on components with a Shimano drivetrain and hydraulic disc brakes.

Another cool feature is walk mode. So if you have to push the bike (especially uphill), it will help you power it at a comfortable walking speed.

OUR VERDICT

If you need a snappy commuter bike, the Co-op Cycles City e.2 electric bike is a great place to start. It’s affordable, easy to maneuver, and will give you enough power to get where you’re going. It’s very lightweight, too, so it isn’t such a struggle if you should have to pedal without the assist. I give it a 4.7 out of 5 for being a well-rounded urban commuter bike.

Best Entry Level EBike Under $2000

3. Cruiser Go! Step-Thru

Our Rating

4.6/5

$1599.99

KEY SPECS

Not everyone needs a lean, mean commuting machine. However, if you want a fun ride with little assistance, the Cruiser Go! is an affordable and workable choice.

I love the design of Cruiser Go! with its mix of nostalgic beach cruiser appeal and modern technology. First, you get the fun appearance of an old-fashioned beach cruiser, complete with a wide, cushy seat, upright handlebars, and even a chainguard. It’s available in 4 beachy colors: blue, orange, white, and black.

It’s a single-speed bike with a small 250-watt motor. So it doesn’t have a huge amount of speed and torque – you won’t be climbing any massive hills – but the smaller motor makes it very lightweight, well under 50 pounds.

The display is the one area where this bike might be lacking. It gives you a simple light display, but it’s enough to let you know how much battery you have left.

The range is a well-rounded 40 miles, depending on how much pedal assist you to use. However, you can purchase a separate range extended, giving you an additional 40 if needed.

You could add some bags and accessories to make this your commuter bike, although it’s probably more suited towards fun rides to the ice cream shop and summer vacations.

Regardless of how you want to ride it, this is a fun, functional, affordable e-bike. Its simple design makes it low maintenance, and the small motor is lightweight and efficient. In addition, the battery charges fast – another benefit to this cute little bike.

OUR VERDICT

This is a very fun bike to ride with your family and friends. You aren’t be crushing mountains or winning springs, but you’ll get a relaxed, lightweight bike to cruise to dinner, ice cream, or around the block with your family. I give it a 4.6 out of 5 for being such a cute and fun bike.

Best Foldable Ebike Under $2000

4. The Rad Power Expand 5

Our Rating

4.6/5

$1649

KEY SPECS

The Rad Power Expand 5 is incredibly versatile and ready to roll on just about any terrain. It looks like a cargo bike but has wide knobby tires like a fat bike, allowing you to ride through the urban jungle and on off-road adventures.

This bike is a little on the heavy side, at 62.5 pounds. However, it has a large motor that can manage 750 watts, giving you plenty of torque for rough terrain. In addition, it will take you up to 45 miles on a single charge, so you can go quite a distance. And with 6.5 hours of charge time, you can charge up at work if needed.

If you have a lot of hills or use a lot of pedal assist, your battery won’t take you quite as far then if you used less assist and rode only on flat areas.

It’s a class 2 e-bike, which means its max pedal assist speed is 20mph. Hill climbing will be slower, and you can pick up extra speed without the pedal assist on the descents.

The Rad Power Expand 5 boasts a folding aluminum frame to stash it out of the way at the office or home in your garage. In addition, it has a rack and fenders to help you carry all your gear and stay clean, too.

The upright position is very comfortable, and the extra plushy tires help to give more of a smooth ride. Rad Power offers numerous accessories to customize your bike, too.

OUR VERDICT

I love how easily this bike folds up and out of the way, which is great if you commute by bike. I also love how easily it goes from on-road to off-road, with its burly motor and knobby tires. The only significant drawback here is that it might not be a great fit for tall riders. Otherwise, it’s a fast and fun bike, so I give it 4.6 out of 5.

Best Kid Hauler Ebike Under $2000

5. Rad Wagon

Our Rating

4.5/5

$1999

KEY SPECS

This cargo e-bike might just be your new grocery-getter! Just imagine a bike that is the station wagon of bicycles – and you’ll get a Rad Wagon. It can haul plenty of cargo – your groceries or two children in their Thule Yepp Maxi Seats. There’s even a canopy and a rain cover to keep your cargo safe and dry!

The Rad Wagon has a long and low center of gravity, giving you a stable and smooth ride even when loaded with kids or gear.  It includes a cargo rack, but RadPower has many accessories you can add to customize your bike.

It boasts the same powerful motor as the RadExpand, which you’ll need all 750 watts if you are hauling around a couple of kids! When you look at the bike, it looks extra long, which isn’t unusual for a cargo bike. The bike rack can hold up to 120 pounds of gear or a child, so keep that in mind if you take your children out for a ride.

The bike weighs 76 pounds – it’s relatively heavy but extra sturdy and long. In addition, it features a low standover height with an adjustable seat and bars to make it fight a variety of riders.

The LCD display is nice, but one extra nice feature is its USB charging port, so you can charge your phone off the bike’s battery while you ride. However, if you are worried about running out of battery power before you make it home, you probably don’t want to spare any of the juice for your other devices.

OUR VERDICT

I give the Rad Wagon 4.5 out of 5. I love this bike for its ability to safely carry a passenger – or two – depending on the weight limit. Although heavy, you’ll need that extra motor power to haul your passengers. This bike is both fun and practical.