Aventon Pace 4 vs Cyrusher Sprint Step-Through City
Two commuter e-bikes at a similar price, compared on the same normalized specs. Both scored by us, both reviewed in full.
The verdict
Same price and same Genius score, so this comes down to torque versus weight: the Cyrusher pulls harder up hills, the Aventon is easier to live with off the road.
Buy the Aventon Pace 4
Buy the Aventon Pace 4 if you have to carry it up stairs or into an apartment, or if you want a bit more range per charge and don't need serious hill-climbing power.
Buy the Cyrusher Sprint Step-Through City
Buy the Cyrusher Sprint Step-Through City if you deal with real hills or steep starts and want the extra torque and motor power, and you're not worried about hauling the extra 12 lb around.
The differences that matter
- Cyrusher Sprint Step-Through City pulls harder from a stop and on hills, by 27 Nm of torque.
- Cyrusher Sprint Step-Through City runs a 250W bigger motor on continuous power.
- Aventon Pace 4 is 12 lb lighter, which you notice lifting it or carrying it up steps.
- Aventon Pace 4 claims 11 more miles of range, though both figures are the manufacturer's optimistic "up to" number.
Who each one is for
Aventon Pace 4
Everyday commuters who want a comfortable, low-fuss daily ride with real range and the option to cruise on the throttle, mostly on paved roads and bike paths.
Cyrusher Sprint Step-Through City
A daily commuter who wants easy on-off access, throttle-and-pedal flexibility, and enough grunt to climb hills with a load.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Aventon Pace 4 | Cyrusher Sprint Step-Through City |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,599 | $1,599 |
| Motor (nominal) | 500W | 750W |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Battery | 733 Wh | 720 Wh |
| Claimed range | 70 mi | 59 mi |
| Weight | 58.2 lb | 70.5 lb |
| Max payload | 300 lb | 330 lb |
| Motor type | hub | hub |
| E-bike class | Class 2 (convertible to Class 3) | Class 2/3 |
| Brakes | Tektro Hydraulic w/ E-Cutoff | Tektro Fully Hydraulic Disc Brakes 180mm Front + Rear |
| Drivetrain | Shimano Altus 8-Speed | Shimano 8-speed |
| Tire size | 27.5" x 2.1" | 27.5" x 2.6" |
Highlighted values are the better of the two where both brands publish the number. Where a spec isn't published we leave it blank rather than guess.
The short version on each
Aventon Pace 4
What's good
- The low step-through frame makes getting on and off easy, whether you're in work clothes, hopping off at a light, or loaded down with groceries.
- A big 733Wh battery backs up the claimed range of up to 70 miles, so most people can go several days of commuting between charges.
- A throttle lets you ride without pedaling up to 20 mph, handy for pulling away from stops or resting your legs.
What to know
- The hub motor puts out steady rather than punchy power, so steep climbs feel like more work than they would on a higher-torque bike.
- There's no suspension and the tires are a fairly narrow 2.1 inches, so this is a smooth-pavement bike, not one for rough roads or trails.
Cyrusher Sprint Step-Through City
What's good
- Strong 87 Nm of torque from the 750W hub motor, enough to pull a loaded bike up a real hill without a fight
- A throttle plus switchable Class 2/3 setting lets you ride without pedaling and match your top speed to local rules
- A 720Wh battery rated up to 59 miles covers a full week of typical commutes between charges
What to know
- At 70.5 pounds it's on the heavier side for a step-through, so hoisting it onto a car rack or up a flight of stairs takes real effort
- Cyrusher doesn't list any suspension, so on rough pavement the 2.6-inch tires are all you have soaking up the bumps
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