This one is pretty self explanatory. Any bike that has a stand-over height of 20 inches or less, would be considered for this category. There are some exceptions, but this is the basic requirement for us to consider a bike a true "step-though".
Full suspension, extra strong integrated rack, lights, fenders, a cafe lock... the City Robin X+ has just about everything you could want in an electric bike! This is a Class 3 electric bike capable of reaching 28mph on pedal assist, and it feels divine thanks to the advanced torque sensor.
The FT2 is quite sleek for a trike, with an approachable step-thru frame and highly adjustable stem. Both a rear rack and a front basket are included and they're quite sturdy, making the FT2 a capable cargo hauler, complete with fenders and lights for riding in any conditions. The speed limit is adjustable as high as 28mph, but since this is a trike we recommend keeping it down at 20mph... but hey, if you're feeling like a speed demon at least the hydraulic brakes will be able to bring this beast to a halt quickly.
Featuring an extra-thick step-through frame style that is very hot these days, the HovAlpha Step-Thru is a beefy and capable fat tire electric bike. Standard accessories include fenders and an integrated headlight, and hydraulic disc brakes which are a nice touch at this price point. Hovsco has a decently large dealer network which helps with access to test rides and maintenance, and they're known for using high quality Samsung battery cells to boot!
Sturdy construction and cast alloy wheels allow this heavy-duty folder to carry up to 400 pounds of rider and cargo weight, but that means the Ranger S is quite a bit heavier than most e-bikes. It has lights, signals, fenders, and a rear rack, so it's fully equipped for a wide variety of use cases - even some light off-road adventuring thanks to the suspension fork!
The AQ177 Pro Max has the biggest battery I've ever seen on an e-bike... was this monster made in Texas?! The downside of all that juice is a Texas-sized curb weight of 116 pounds... no sir, this electrified bicycle is not for the faint of heart. With a full loadout of commuting accessories, hydraulic brakes, and a suspiciously low price tag of just $1,799, this e-bike is tempting indeed... but how will the quality hold up over time? Dive into the full review to get my take.
Denago is all about packing in value at a low price point and they've certainly done that with their Fat Tire model, loading it up with a powerful 750-watt motor, premium LG battery cells, fenders, and an integrated headlight. The cabling is internally routed in the frame for a surprisingly sleek look too! The step-through frame is easy to mount and dismount but also thick enough to provide plenty of strength, which is important since this is capable of class 3 speeds of 28mph. While there isn't a rear rack included by default, there are mount points for adding one yourself.
With an ultra-low step-through frame the Model 1 is very easy to mount and dismount, and quite comfortable to boot thanks to the upright seating position and tool-free adjustable stem. The electronics and drivetrain are fairly basic and it doesn't include any rack or fenders, but at $1,299 it's still a pretty darn good deal, and it does have hydraulic brakes!
The Runabout.2 may be a step-through, but it's single downtube is thick enough to feel just as stable as most high-step electric bikes. This provides a great combination of stability and approachability, and it's also loaded out with commuting and utility accessories, making it a great all-purpose electric bike. It's not quite a fat tire ride but these three inch tires are still beefier than most, providing cushion and stability - plus there's a suspension fork! A big win here is that the battery is 52 volts and uses high quality Samsung cells, meaning it will outperform similar capacity batteries from less reputable manufacturers.