Blix Sol X Comfort vs Aventon Aventure 3
Two commuter e-bikes at a similar price, compared on the same normalized specs. Both scored by us, both reviewed in full.
The verdict
Both score identically on Genius, so this comes down to whether you value torque, battery, and traction (Aventure 3) or a lighter, cheaper, faster-class bike (Sol X Comfort) more.
Buy the Blix Sol X Comfort
Buy the Blix Sol X Comfort if you want the lighter bike (62 lb vs 76 lb) to actually lift onto a rack or carry up steps, plus Class 3 pedal-assist speed and the lower price. Its claimed range is also slightly higher despite the smaller battery.
Buy the Aventon Aventure 3
Buy the Aventon Aventure 3 if you regularly climb or carry loads and want the extra 10 Nm of torque and 119 Wh of battery, and don't mind the 14 lb weight penalty and fatter 4.0" tires for stability on rougher ground.
The differences that matter
- Blix Sol X Comfort costs $100 less.
- Aventon Aventure 3 pulls harder from a stop and on hills, by 10 Nm of torque.
- Aventon Aventure 3 carries 119 Wh more battery, which is the main thing that sets how far you get.
- Blix Sol X Comfort is 14 lb lighter, which you notice lifting it or carrying it up steps.
Who each one is for
Blix Sol X Comfort
Everyday commuters who want a comfortable, low-maintenance bike that can cruise on the throttle and carry a real load.
Aventon Aventure 3
Everyday riders on rough or hilly roads who want comfort, torque, and the option to cruise on the throttle.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Blix Sol X Comfort | Aventon Aventure 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,899 | $1,999 |
| Motor (nominal) | 750W | 750W |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Battery | 614.4 Wh | 733 Wh |
| Claimed range | 70 mi | 65 mi |
| Weight | 62 lb | 76 lb |
| Max payload | 400 lb | 400 lb |
| Motor type | hub | hub |
| E-bike class | Class 2/3 | Class 2 |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc, 180mm Rotors | Tektro HD-E3520 hydraulic disc brakes |
| Drivetrain | Microshift 8-speed (electric, auto function) | Shimano Altus 8-Speed |
| Tire size | 26" x 2.4" | 26" x 4.0" |
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
Blix Sol X Comfort
What's good
- The auto-shifting 8-speed drivetrain changes gears for you, so there's no guessing about which gear you want at a light or partway up a hill.
- 70 Nm of torque from the 750W motor gets a loaded bike moving from a stop and up the everyday hills of a normal commute.
- A throttle plus a switchable Class 2/3 setting lets you ride without pedaling and decide how fast, and where it's legal.
What to know
- Value is the soft spot here. A few commuters with a similar motor and range come in for less money.
- The electric auto-shifting is convenient, but it's more electronics to depend on than a plain cable-and-lever drivetrain.
Aventon Aventure 3
What's good
- 80Nm of torque pulls a loaded bike up hills and away from stops without much effort
- A large 733Wh battery gives you enough range to cover a normal commuting week between charges
- A throttle lets you ride to 20 mph without pedaling, which helps on climbs and from a dead stop
What to know
- For the money, a handful of rivals deliver similar range and power for a bit less
- The Shimano Altus 8-speed drivetrain is the plainest part of the build, dependable but a step behind the motor and brakes
Full Blix Sol X Comfort review → Full Aventon Aventure 3 review →