Pedego vs. Aventon E-Bikes: How to Choose
Written by: Rémy Rossi | March 21, 2024 | Time to read 5 min
Pedego vs. Aventon— who wins out? These popular e-Bike brands have a lot in common, but I’ll point out the key differences to help you make the right choice.
More about the Author: Remy Rossi
Rémy Rossi is a bike writer, mechanic, and educator who got his start in community-based bike shops and co-ops. With a decade in the industry, he still wrenches on bikes when he can and plays bike polo on a fixie.
Today, however, we have a hotly anticipated boxing match (okay, maybe not that intense) that’s relevant to a lot of people out there interested in e-Bikes, especially if they’ve never ridden one before. Pedego and Aventon capture similar demographics with similar models, making the choice even more difficult. Keep reading to learn how to decide between these popular e-Bike brands available at Upway.
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Pedego vs. Aventon models
AVENTON
Hardtail eMTB
Ramblas
Commuter
Level
All-terrain
Foldable
Sinch
PEDEGO
Low-step
Boomerang
Cruiser-style e-Bike
Comfort Cruiser
Beach cruiser
Interceptor
Lightweight city
Aventue
Commuter e-Bike
City Commuter
Moped-style
Moto
Mid-motor e-MTB
Elevate
Compact all-terrain
Element
Fat tire all-terrain
Trail Tracker
e-MTB
Ridge Rider
Cargo e-Bike
Stretch
Adult electric tricycle
Trike
Motor, pedal assist, and throttle
One key difference is that all Aventon models have a torque sensor to adjust power delivery and provide smooth assistance. The motor responds to how hard you are pedaling— not just your pedaling cadence— to give proportional assistance that often feels more natural.
Most Pedego models use a cadence sensor, including the Boomerang, City Commuter, Interceptor, Latch, Stretch, Trail Tracker, and Element. The Ridge Rider and Platinum Pedego models come with a torque sensor, however.
Components & accessories
For example, important details like torque sensors, integrated lighting, and hydraulic disc brakes are standard on Aventon models but are not present on all Pedego e-Bikes. However, Pedego does have some pretty unique designs like the Boomerang model with an ultra-low step-thru frame that’s great for riders who have difficulty getting on and off of a bike.
How much are electric bikes from Pedego and Aventon?
If you’re looking for a deal on either a Pedego or Aventon e-Bike, Upway is the right place! We have a huge selection of new and used electric bike options from both brands. Each bike in our inventory is professionally inspected, reconditioned, and comes with a one-year warranty to ensure you get the highest quality e-Bike for less.
Warranty and serviceability
Beyond price, overall value and reliability are worth a ton to e-Bike customers. Aventon is growing its overall network of official brick-and-mortar dealers across the US, but Pedego has a huge leg up in this department. The brand has more than 220 stores nationwide— of only their brand, not just an authorized dealer— that makes buying and servicing a breeze.
Probably the biggest difference is Pedego’s generous 5-year warranty on all of their e-Bikes— Aventon limits its warranty to two years. Pedego also invests heavily in having a deep back-log and supply of its own components in its stores, making servicing much quicker.
Aventon has good customer service as well but the parts can be harder to source at non-Aventon bike shops. These Pedego perks can be well worth it for riders who are willing to pay a bit more for a longer warranty and insulation against service concerns.
Key Takeaways
- Model & Features: Both brands offer similar e-Bike categories, but Aventon includes premium features like torque sensors and hydraulic brakes across all models, while Pedego’s features vary.
- Price vs. Value: Aventon is more affordable ($1,200–$2,000) than Pedego ($2,000–$4,000), but Pedego adds value with its dealer network and service perks.
- Warranty & Service: Pedego’s 5-year warranty and 220+ stores make servicing easier, while Aventon’s 2-year warranty and dealer network are still growing.
