Heybike Ranger 3.0 Pro vs Ride1Up Lmtd 2
Two commuter e-bikes at a similar price, compared on the same normalized specs. Both scored by us, both reviewed in full.
The verdict
These are close on price and Genius score, so pick based on whether you value long range and payload (Ranger) or low weight and stronger torque (Lmtd 2), since you can't get both here.
Buy the Heybike Ranger 3.0 Pro
Buy the Ranger 3.0 Pro if you want more range and payload capacity for less money, and you're fine with a heavier, fat-tire bike that isn't built for carrying up stairs.
Buy the Ride1Up Lmtd 2
Buy the Lmtd 2 if you want a bike that's noticeably lighter to lift or haul, and you're willing to pay a bit more and accept shorter range for the extra 10 Nm of torque on climbs.
The differences that matter
- Heybike Ranger 3.0 Pro costs $96 less.
- Ride1Up Lmtd 2 pulls harder from a stop and on hills, by 10 Nm of torque.
- Ride1Up Lmtd 2 is 20 lb lighter, which you notice lifting it or carrying it up steps.
- Heybike Ranger 3.0 Pro claims 40 more miles of range, though both figures are the manufacturer's optimistic "up to" number.
Who each one is for
Heybike Ranger 3.0 Pro
An everyday rider who wants one comfortable, do-it-all bike for commuting, errands, and cargo, and who has ground-level storage.
Ride1Up Lmtd 2
The everyday rider who wants one reliable, powerful commuter that can climb, carry a load, and cruise on the throttle when they don't feel like pedaling.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Heybike Ranger 3.0 Pro | Ride1Up Lmtd 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,499 | $1,595 |
| Motor (nominal) | 750W | 750W |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Battery | 720 Wh | 672 Wh |
| Claimed range | 90 mi | 50 mi |
| Weight | 75 lb | 55 lb |
| Max payload | 440 lb | 300 lb |
| Motor type | hub | hub |
| E-bike class | Class 2 (convertible to Class 1/Class 3) | Class 2-3 |
| Brakes | 2.3mm thickened hydraulic disc brakes | Tektro HD-M285 180mm hydraulic |
| Drivetrain | Shimano Altus 8 speed | Shimano 8-speed |
| Tire size | 20" x 4.0" | 27.5" x 2.4" |
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
Heybike Ranger 3.0 Pro
What's good
- Big 720Wh battery and an up-to-90-mile claim mean you can go several commutes between charges
- 80 Nm of torque from the 750W hub motor launches a loaded bike from a stop and climbs most city hills easily
- Switchable class lets you keep the throttle and 20 mph, or open it up to 28 mph, or drop to a bike-path-friendly setting
What to know
- At 75 pounds it's heavy even for a fat-tire bike, so it really wants a ground-level place to live
- Heybike doesn't publish the battery voltage or amp-hours, which makes charging time and spare packs harder to compare
Ride1Up Lmtd 2
What's good
- Strong 90 Nm of torque and a 750W motor that pull away from stops and handle hills without straining
- A throttle plus a switchable Class 2-3 setting, so you choose between no-pedal cruising at 20 mph and pedal-assist up to 28 mph
- A lot of commuter for $1,595, which is where this bike really stands out against its rivals
What to know
- To stay legal on many shared bike paths and multi-use trails, you'll want to keep it in the 20 mph Class 2 mode; the 28 mph Class 3 setting is really for roads and bike lanes
- On steep, sustained climbs the 8-speed's limited low-gear range means you'll lean on the motor's assist to keep a comfortable cadence rather than out-pedaling it
Full Heybike Ranger 3.0 Pro review → Full Ride1Up Lmtd 2 review →