Hardware · Updated 20 Oct, 08:40 pm IST

Electrek reviewer buys $199 Bropath folding e-bike from Walmart, finds issues

Why it matters for readers: If you’re wondering what $199 buys in e-bikes, this example shows good specs on paper but practical shortcomings.

The e-bike is sold through Walmart under the Bropath brand and priced at $199.1
Specifications advertised include 14-inch wheels, a 350/500W rear hub motor (the marketing text is inconsistent), and a 576Wh battery.1
The bike claims about 20 mph (32 km/h) top speed and roughly 20 miles (32 km) of range, plus features like throttle, pedal assist, a suspension fork, mechanical disc brakes, a rear rack/basket that houses the battery, and a folding frame.1
On arrival the bike was mostly assembled but the battery basket wasn’t attached and there were missing bolts where they clearly should have been.1
Electrek published an unboxing and testing video documenting the purchase and initial inspection.1

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