Top 10 cost-effective electric tricycle brands in 2024

Electric tricycles are growing in popularity for recreational riding and environmentally friendly transportation. With many brands on the market, it can be tricky finding good value. We compare the top 10 e-trike companies of 2024 to help identify cost-effective options.

A summarized comparison of the 10 best brands:

Comparison Factors

Electric brand tricycles are priced from $1299-$2499. They also utilize name brand parts like Ba fang motors. We evaluate major e-trike brands across several factors to determine overall value: upfront costs, included features, range per charge, build quality and lifespan, warranties, and customer service reputation. Weight capacity and comfort are also considered.

Rad Power Bikes - RadTrike

Pricing

• Rad Trike starts at $1,999
• Various models range from $889-$939

Range

• Rad Trike tested range of 45 miles on a single charge
• Various models range from 22–30 miles per charge based on battery size

Build Quality

• RadTrike has aluminum frame with cargo rack
• Various has carbon steel step-through frame
• RadTrike has adjustable seat and handlebars
• Various options for comfort accessories

Add motor - Gran tan

Pricing

• Gran tan Tricycle is $1,199
• Various models range from $889-$939

Range

• Gran tan range of 35 miles
• Various models 22-30 mile range

Build Quality
Gran tan and Various has carbon steel step-through frame

Emojo -  Emojo Bull 

Pricing

• Emoji Bull starts at $1,599
• Various models range $889-$939

Range

• Emoji Bull tested at 40 miles
• Various models 22–30 miles

Build Quality

• Emoji aluminum alloy frame
• Various steel or aluminum

Electric - Electric XP Trike

Pricing

• Electric XP Trike starts at $1,499
• Various models range $889-$939

Range

• Electric XP Trike tested range of 30 miles
• Various Trio models 22–30 miles

Build Quality

• Electric XP lightweight aluminum frame
• Various carbon steel frame

Comfort and Handling

• Electric XP folding strike
• Various Trio Plus Dual mechanical-disc brakes, adjustable seat and bars

Buzz around - LX 3-Wheel Scooter 

Pricing

• Buzz around LX 3-Wheel Scooter $1,799
• Various models range $889-$939

Range

• Buzz around up to 15 miles per charge
• Various Trio models 22–30 miles

Build Quality

Buzz around aircraft grade aluminum

Comfort and Handling

• Buzz around seamless frame for easy boarding
• Various carbon steel frame

Belize - Trickier E-trike

Pricing

• Belize Trickier starts at $2,798
• Various models range $889-$939

Range

• Belize Trickier tested range of 12–25 miles
• Various Trio models 22–30 miles

Build Quality

• Belize Trickier carbon steel frame
• Various carbon steel frame

Comfort and Handling

• Belize Trickier front V-Brake with parking locks and rear disc brake
• Various Trio Plus dual mechanical-disc brakes, adjustable seat and bars

Eve lo - Compass

Pricing

• Eve lo Compass $3,199
• Various models range $889-$939

Range

• Eve lo Compass up to 40-80 mile range
• Various Trio models 22–30 miles

Build Quality

• Eve lo aluminum alloy frame
• Various carbon steel frame

Comfort and Handling

• Eve lo F/R disc brakes
• Various Trio Plus front and rear disc brakes, integrated safety cutoff switch & cutoff.

Freedom power cycles - Fat Tire E-Trike

Various Trio Plus

The Various Trio Plus Electric Tricycle, which is priced at just $969, offers a surprisingly budget-friendly option for a motorized three-wheeler.

It’s a low-power design best suited for flat areas, featuring a 250W hub motor in the front wheel. The motor carries a peak power rating of 500W, so it may handle modest inclines but likely won’t be as impressive of a climber as other e-trikes we’ve tried.

The 36V and 10Ah battery is also rather small, but the top speed of 15 mph (25 km/h) means that it won’t draw power too quickly from that 360 We battery. The company estimates the max range as 30 miles (51 km) on pedal assist or 20 miles (32 km) on throttle-only operation. Pedal assist requires the user to work the pedals as it contributes additional motor power, while the throttle-only operation mode lets users ride the Viribus electric tricycle while treating the pedals like foot rests.

There’s no way the Various is going to rival the major players when it comes to performance or features. But there are plenty of seniors living on fixed incomes that can’t afford even a low-cost $1,499 Electric XP Trike, much less a $2,499 RadTrike.

And when you’re just planning to cruise around the neighborhood and slide down to the shuffleboard court, an ultra-low-cost option like the $889 Various electric tricycle might be just what the doctor ordered.

Its low power and smaller battery don’t make it great for hillier areas, but I think it’d work fine on flat ground for basic rides.

While no two riders’ needs are the same, this overview of the top brands should help identify high-value electric tricycles tailored to your priorities, whether cargo hauling, pleasure riding, or daily transportation.