Aventon Level 3 vs Heybike Cityscape 2.0
Two of the commuter e-bikes in our best commuter e-bikes: aventon, velotric, rad power, ride1up & more comparison, lined up spec by spec. Every figure comes from the manufacturer pages linked below, and the scores use the same published formula as the full ranking.
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Best for: Commuter with a 733 Wh battery and full fenders and rack
Check price at AmazonBest for: Budget commuter with a 500 W motor
Check price at AmazonSpec-by-spec comparison
Green marks the better published figure. "Not listed" means the manufacturer doesn't publish it.
| Spec | Aventon Level 3 | Heybike Cityscape 2.0 | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rated motor powerThe motor's nominal (rated, sustained) output as the maker states it, not the higher peak figure. Peak figures appear in each bike's notes. A bike whose maker publishes only a peak figure scores as the lowest rated figure in the category. | 500 W | 500 W | 15% |
| Battery capacityBattery capacity in watt-hours. Where the maker lists only volts and amp-hours, we multiply them (for example 48 V x 15 Ah = 720 Wh) and say so in the product's notes. Larger batteries generally go farther under the same conditions. | 733 Wh | 468 Wh | 20% |
| Claimed rangeThe maker's own maximum range claim, usually in the lowest assist level. Real range depends on rider weight, hills, wind, temperature and assist level, so treat it as a comparison figure, not a promise. Where a maker gives a span, we use the top of it. | 70 mi | 50 mi | 15% |
| Top assisted speedThe highest assisted speed the maker lists, including settings unlocked in the app or display. 28 mph is the Class 3 ceiling, so anything above it scores the same as 28 mph. | Not listed | Not listed | 10% |
| Payload capacityThe maker's maximum load for rider plus cargo. Where the maker gives a gross vehicle weight instead, we subtract the bike's weight and say so in the notes. | 300 lb | Not listed | 15% |
| Bike weightLighter bikes are easier to lift, carry upstairs and ride with the motor off. A weight published without the battery is not comparable, so it shows as Not listed. | 67 lb | Not listed | 10% |
| Motor torquePeak torque in newton-metres as the maker states it. More torque helps on hills and when starting with a load. | 60 Nm | Not listed | 10% |
| Hydraulic disc brakesYes when the maker lists hydraulic disc brakes. They generally need less hand force than mechanical (cable) discs. | Yes | Not listed | 3% |
| Water resistanceThe water digit of the IP rating the maker lists for the bike (the second digit, so IPX5 and IP65 both count as 5). Where only the battery or motor carries a rating, we say so in the notes and leave the bike rating blank. | IPX5 class (water jets) | IPX6 class (powerful jets) | 2% |
| Motor | 500 W sustained (864 W peak), 60 Nm | 500 W (1200 W peak) | info |
| Battery | 36 V 20 Ah, 733 Wh | 468 Wh | info |
| Class | Class 2 as listed | Not listed | info |
| Top speed | Not published by the maker | Not published by the maker | info |
| Total weight limit | 300 lb | Not listed | info |
| Water rating | IPX5 | IPX6 | info |
| Payload | Not listed | Not published by the maker | info |
| Weight | Not listed | Not published by the maker | info |
| RidePick score | 5.0/10 | 3.5/10 | 100% |
Where each one comes out ahead
Aventon Level 3
Better published figure on: Battery capacity, Claimed range.
What we like
- Top battery capacity in this comparison (733 Wh)
Watch out for
- Top assisted speed not published by Aventon
- Lowest payload capacity in this comparison (300 lb)
Heybike Cityscape 2.0
Better published figure on: Water resistance.
What we like
Watch out for
- Lowest claimed range in this comparison (50 mi)
- Top assisted speed not published by Heybike
- Payload capacity not published by Heybike
- Bike weight not published by Heybike
Verdict
Both use 500 W motors. Aventon lists 733 vs 468 Wh, 70 vs 50 mi, hydraulic brakes and a 300 lb limit; Heybike lists IPX6 vs IPX5 but no weight or payload.
- Aventon Level 3: Aventon: Level 3
- Heybike Cityscape 2.0: Heybike: Cityscape 2.0