Brand comparison
Rad Power Bikes vs Lectric
Rad Power Bikes scores 6.3 across 8 products; Lectric scores 5.2 across 7. They overlap in electric bikes. That is 100% of what Rad Power Bikes sells and 100% of what Lectric sells. Rad Power Bikes leads on verification, Lectric on weight.
All 8 Rad Power Bikes products
Rad Power Bikes
8 of 8 products scored · $1,499 – $2,399
Buy Now- Verification — 4.0 against 2.0
All 7 Lectric products
Lectric
7 of 7 products scored · $799 – $1,499
Buy Now- Weight — 6.0 against 3.5
Across everything we scored, Rad Power Bikes sits 1.16 ahead — led by verification.
Brand verdict
ahead · +1.16 (6.3 vs 5.2)
Pick Rad Power Bikes when
Verification matters most4.0vs2.0
Pick Lectric when
Weight matters most6.0vs3.5
Scored 20 October 2026 from published specs and owner reviews. We don't buy or test units. How we score
Usability Rad Power Bikes and Lectric, median scores 0 to 10
Median scores on a 0–10 scale.
WeightRad Power Bikes: 3.5Lectric: 6 (higher)
Rad Power Bikes top-scored: RadExpand 5 Plus Electric Folding Bike
- 72.5 lb with the battery
- Payload: 315 lb total, 225 lb rider
Lectric top-scored: XP Trike2 Folding Electric Trike
- 86 lb with the battery
- Load: 415 lb total payload, 330 lb rider
VerificationRad Power Bikes: 4 (higher)Lectric: 2
Rad Power Bikes top-scored: RadExpand 5 Plus Electric Folding Bike
- UL Product iQ QGNS.E538892 (Rad Power Bikes Inc.) names RADEXPAND 5 PLUS
- Searched: UL Certipedia Intertek SGS TÜV SÜD CSA CPSC Health Canada
- Record: UL Product iQ, ANSI/CAN/UL 2849 (QGNS, Electrical Systems for E-Bikes), RADEXPAND 5 PLUS, Rad Power Bikes Inc.
Lectric top-scored: XP Trike2 Folding Electric Trike
- UL 2849 claimed on the XP Trike2 page; no NRTL directory record found
- Searched: Certipedia Intertek UL SGS TÜV SÜD CPSC Health Canada
Warranty & SupportRad Power Bikes: 5 (higher)Lectric: 3
Rad Power Bikes top-scored: RadExpand 5 Plus Electric Folding Bike
- battery 2 years or 300 cycles; wheel hub, which houses the motor, 2 years
Lectric top-scored: XP Trike2 Folding Electric Trike
- one year on battery and motor
BatteryRad Power Bikes: 4 (higher)Lectric: 3
Rad Power Bikes top-scored: RadExpand 5 Plus Electric Folding Bike
- 15 Ah Safe Shield pack at its rated 680 Wh on the folding ladder
- Rated: the product page lists 720 Wh; Rad's battery page gives 680-720 Wh
- Spare: 15 Ah Safe Shield external battery $599.00
Lectric top-scored: XP Trike2 Folding Electric Trike
- 624 Wh (48 V, 13 Ah) on the trike ladder
- Option: XP Trike2 750 with 17.5 Ah (840 Wh), $1,799.00
- Spare: external spare battery $500.00
MotorRad Power Bikes: 5 (higher)Lectric: 4
Rad Power Bikes top-scored: RadExpand 5 Plus Electric Folding Bike
- 750 W rear geared hub, 64 Nm
- Class: ships in Class 2, switchable to Class 1; 20 mph throttle and assist
Lectric top-scored: XP Trike2 Folding Electric Trike
- 65 Nm rear hub, 500 W nominal
- Peak: 1,092 W claimed, not scored
- Option: 750 version rated 85 Nm
FeaturesRad Power Bikes: 9 (higher)Lectric: 8
Rad Power Bikes top-scored: RadExpand 5 Plus Electric Folding Bike
- removable battery, lights, turn signals, colour display, throttle, rack, fenders, IPX6
Lectric top-scored: XP Trike2 Folding Electric Trike
- removable battery, lights, turn signals, colour display, throttle, rack and fenders, IPX5
Same score
Ride HardwareRad Power Bikes: 8Lectric: 8
Rad Power Bikes top-scored: RadExpand 5 Plus Electric Folding Bike
- hydraulic discs, 180 mm rotors, 50 mm fork, torque sensor, puncture-resistant liners
Lectric top-scored: XP Trike2 Folding Electric Trike
- hydraulic discs with 180 mm rotors, coil fork, puncture-resistant tires; cadence sensor
Social score about Rad Power Bikes and Lectric
Independent sources pooled per brand. N of M = how many scored products carry the brand-level reading shown, out of all scored.
RedditRad Power Bikes: 6 (higher)
Lectric
Read the full summary
- R/ebikes: owners praise Lectric’s value and responsive support; others report quality-control faults and support slowed by XP4 750 motor claims (May 2025)
Brand rollup across scored products. 3 of 7 scored products carry this reading.
Same score
- GoogleRad Power Bikes: 7Lectric: 7
Scored for one brand only
AmazonRad Power Bikes: not scoredLectric: 4
Lectric
Read the full summary
- Lectric’s Amazon store lists the XP Lite 2.0 at 4.0 stars on 33 ratings; no other Lectric e-bike listing there carries ratings (Feb 2026)
Brand rollup across scored products. 6 of 7 scored products carry this reading.
Not enough data for either brand
- YouTubeLectric: not scored
- Owner reviewsLectric: not scored
The scores above are our reading of the evidence below. This is the evidence.
Safety listings are recorded per product from the certifier's own directory, by model, not from the maker's wording. Most of the listings in this category can be checked in TÜV Rheinland's Certipedia.
Warranty terms
Lectric
7 of 7
Best Rad Power Bikes vs best Lectric, category by category
The three best-scoring products each brand sells in every category they both compete in, ranked by overall score.
Electric Bikes
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2nd of 133 in E-Bikes
Strengths
- Folds for storage and travel
- Torque sensor for smooth assist
- Strong hydraulic brakes
- Suspension fork smooths rough roads
Drawbacks
- Heavy to lift for a folding bike
- Short range in independent testing
- Rider weight limit is low
- Warranty excludes fire and thermal events
70th of 133 in E-Bikes
Strengths
- Very stable for balance-conscious riders
- Parking brakes hold it on slopes
- Rack, fenders and turn signals included
- Folds for storage
Drawbacks
- Heavy to lift or load
- Low assisted top speed
- No torque sensor on the entry model
- Short warranty
8th of 133 in E-Bikes
Strengths
- Rear radar alerts on the display
- Class 3 speed setting
- Torque sensor for smooth assist
- Phone lock and Find My tracking
Drawbacks
- Heavy to lift onto racks
- Limited front-end adjustment
- Short range in independent testing
- Torque stated two ways on the product page
77th of 133 in E-Bikes
Strengths
- Carries children or heavy loads
- Strong torque under load
- Rack and fenders come fitted
- Turn signals and brake light
Drawbacks
- Single battery limits loaded range
- Heavy to move by hand
- Short warranty
- Quick-release pedals feel loose
17th of 133 in E-Bikes
Strengths
- Class 3 speed setting
- Torque sensor for smooth assist
- Turn signals and lights built in
- Fenders and rack come fitted
Drawbacks
- Heavy to lift for a commuter
- Narrow tires suit pavement only
- Warranty excludes fire and thermal events
- No motor line in the written warranty
89th of 133 in E-Bikes
Strengths
- Plush ride on rough ground
- Strong torque for climbs
- Large front rotor for braking
- Wide gear range
Drawbacks
- Heavy to lift
- No rack or fenders in the box
- No turn signals
- Short warranty
Rad Power Bikes vs Lectric: the numbers
Rad Power Bikes vs Lectric: common questions
Is Rad Power Bikes or Lectric better?
Rad Power Bikes 6.3 from 8 scored products; Lectric 5.2 from 7.
What is the biggest difference between Rad Power Bikes and Lectric?
Weight: Rad Power Bikes medians 3.5, Lectric medians 6.0 (Lectric by 2.5).
Which is better for verification, Rad Power Bikes or Lectric?
Rad Power Bikes on verification — Rad Power Bikes 4.0, Lectric 2.0.
Which is better for warranty & support, Rad Power Bikes or Lectric?
Rad Power Bikes on warranty & support — Rad Power Bikes 5.0, Lectric 3.0.
Which Rad Power Bikes and Lectric electric bikes should I buy?
Rad Power Bikes: Rad Power Bikes RadExpand 5 Plus Electric Folding Bike. Lectric: Lectric XP Trike2 Folding Electric Trike.
How does Stuff VS Things score Rad Power Bikes and Lectric?
Our own product medians: 8 Rad Power Bikes and 7 Lectric. A criterion is compared only where both brands clear the floor.
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Scores calculated 20 October 2026 · Products excluded where fewer than two independent sources cover them · · How we score