Best Folding Electric Bikes under £1000 [Top 6 Budget E-Bikes in 2024]

At just 18.6kg this bike is one of the lighter electric folding bikes we could find and this is an impressive weight for a bike that contains so many features and a great specification. This might be a lightweight bike but it is sturdy too and can take your daily commute with ease. You can even use it at the weekend for enjoyable bike rides. The electric-assist motor is part pedal-powered meaning that you get a little extra help whenever you ride the bike.

• Easy folding design that takes just 30 seconds to fold away completely.
• This bike is designed to be able to used on roads and then folded up to fit easily into lifts, caravans, cars and on public transport.
• Powerful V-brake callipers included with the bike.
• The battery can last for up to 35km.
• The electric motor and 24v battery are built into the frame.
• This bike can be folded down to a compact 83 x 67 x 45cm.
• Comes with a lifetime warranty on the frame.
• 8-speed gear system to make your ride a little easier and more comfortable.

This bike is proof that you don’t need to be limited by an electric bike. It is designed to be a hybrid mountain bike that can ride up and down hills and across different road terrains with ease. In addition, it also folds away. It is hard to find an electric folding bike that has as many features as this one which makes it one of the best, if not the best electric folding bike under £1000 that we have found.

• This is a hybrid bike that is fun to use and compact to store.
• Metal frame made from aluminium alloy for strength and durability.
• 21-speed gear system.
• Weighs 27kg so while this is on the heavier side you can still pick it up and carry it on and off a train if you need.
• The mileage the electric system can travel is between 25 and 50km.
• Maximum speed is 25km an hour – perfect for a bike ride or your daily commute.

This bike is a diverse design to allow you to use it however you need. It comes with three working modes, normal, electric and power so you can adjust the level of assistance you need for your bike ride. If you don’t have a lot of storage space or don’t have the ability to attach bike racks to your car then this bike is perfect. You can fold it away and pop it into your boot and take it anywhere with ease.

With a top speed of 25km per hour and a travel ability of between 25 and 50km this bike can take you anywhere.

• This is one of the best folding e-bikes available. It folds to a compact size enabling you to use it to commute or travel.
• Comes with double suspension for a more comfortable ride.
• A hybrid bike that is perfect for like trails, riding through parks and on different roads.
• Comes with an easy to use meter to switch modes.
• Charges within 4 to 6 hours.

This is a 20” tire version of other Ancheer folding bikes and is a great example of a folding bike that offers a little more comfort than smaller versions. There might be a little lost in how compact this bike is but it remains practical enough to fold up and pop into the boot of your car making it a great bike for day trips and holidays.

At 22kg this is still a bike that is light enough to be folded up and used as a commuter bike. With its lithium battery giving between 25 and 50km electric assistance – perfect to ensure you don’t break too much of a sweat on the way to work.

• The frame is made from aluminium alloy enabling a lightweight design.
• A 9-speed gear system to give you a little extra help on your bike ride.
• Battery charges in 4 to 6 hours and lasts for about 25 -50km.
• The bike comes with front and rear brakes
• Designed to be user friendly with handles to help you carry the bike when it is folded and a rear rack to carry your bag.
• Front shock-absorbent fork for a comfortable ride

This lightweight folding electric bike made by Himo is on this list because it contains all of the features you could possibly want for a folding e-bike. The 6-speed gear system allows you to adjust your ride and with a battery hidden in the frame, it also comes with electric assist to make life a little easier on your commute to work.

The folding frame is 20 inches and made from lightweight materials which makes the total weight of the bike including the battery about 22kg. Perfect for folding up and taking on the train or bus with you.

• The bike has three modes that are easy to switch between. Pedal power, electric-assist and full electric motor.
• Up to 50km electric mileage – you can go anywhere you want on this bike!
• According to the seller of this bike, it can go up to 15 – 20km per hour.
• This is a lightweight electric bike at just 21.1kg..
• 6-speed Shimano gear system to make your ride a little easier

For a budget bike, this one has a sleek look that makes it seem like it costs more than it does and the benefits of this bike do not stop there. With duel brake discs for safety, a lightweight and easy to fold design and an inbuilt battery providing an electric assist function with three separate modes. This is a budget range bike that has everything you could want. If you are looking for a lower-priced electric folding bike to try out for your daily commute then this is a great option to consider.

• This is advertised as a lightweight bike at just 21kg and has a compact folding system for easy storage and carrying.
• The bike has three modes you can choose from. You can choose electric, power assist or pedal power depending on your needs.
• Dual disc brakes give more stable braking that is more effective too.
• Comes with a 250w brushless motor and a 36v lithium battery.
• With electric assist the bike as an up to 50km mileage.
• The battery charges in approximately 5 hours.