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Best full-power eMTB 2026: 10 bikes for UK trails

The best full-power eMTB should make the climb back to your favourite descent easier without compromising the ride down. Strong assistance helps, but the motor is only part of the decision: fit, braking, tyres, suspension and the way you charge the battery matter on every ride. These ten bikes cover everyday trail riding, technical enduro terrain and specialist park laps.

The Amflow PX Carbon is our overall pick and Electric MTB UK’s Best Full-Power eMTB award winner. Its Avinox M2S system brings strong assistance to a relatively light carbon trail chassis. The Cube Stereo Hybrid ONE44 HPC Race 800 retains its Best Bosch eMTB award and offers a lower-priced route to substantial battery capacity and balanced trail travel.

For a wider comparison, start with our best eMTB guide. Riders prioritising low weight can compare the lightweight eMTB shortlist, while our UK eMTB deals page concentrates on discounts. We may earn a commission when you buy through links on this page.

Best full-power eMTB: shortlist

Amflow PX Carbon — best overall, £6,499

Rockrider E-Feel 900 S — £3,499.99 (£3,999.99)
Cube Stereo Hybrid ONE44 HPC Race 800 — £3,599 (RRP £3,999)
Cube Stereo Hybrid ONE77 HPC Race 800 — £3,599 (RRP £3,999)
Merida eOne-Eighty FR 600 — £4,500 (RRP £5,700)
Orbea Wild M20 — £4,724.25 (RRP £6,299)
Whyte Kado RS — £5,199
Specialized Turbo Levo 4 Comp Alloy — £5,499
Trek Rail+ 9.8 GX AXS T-Type — £5,499 (RRP £7,000)
Giant Reign Advanced E+ 1 — £6,504 (RRP £7,499)

The best full-power eMTB models in detail

Amflow PX Carbon

Amflow PX Carbon

Best overall · Electric MTB UK Best Full-Power eMTB

£6,499

The Amflow PX Carbon holds Electric MTB UK’s Best Full-Power eMTB award. It pairs a carbon 160/150mm chassis with the Avinox M2S motor and a 700Wh battery, challenging the idea that strong assistance must come with a particularly heavy bike. The £6,499 offer is for a Large in Phantom Black.

The motor provides up to 130Nm in normal assistance and 150Nm in Boost, but its delivery and tunable modes matter more than simply choosing the largest number. Auto mode can alter support as conditions change. The integrated display and fast charging add convenience, while the fixed battery requires a suitable place to charge the complete bike.

Fox Performance suspension, S1000 Eagle Transmission and Magura Gustav Pro brakes give this build a purposeful trail specification. Its adjustable geometry provides plenty of scope to tune the fit and handling, but there is little reason to change every setting at once. Start with the manufacturer’s baseline, then make one change at a time.

For riders comparing the best full-power eMTB designs, the PX makes a strong case for high-output assistance in a relatively light package. Local service support, charging access and the available frame size still deserve the same attention as its motor and component list.

Pros

Strong, adjustable Avinox assistance

700Wh battery with fast charging

Substantial brakes and purposeful trail suspension

Cons

Integrated battery needs bike-side charging

Check local Avinox servicing before purchase

Specifications

Frame: Carbon, 150mm rear travel; adjustable geometry

Motor: Avinox M2S, up to 130Nm; 150Nm in Boost

Battery: Integrated 700Wh; 12A fast charger

Fork: Fox 36 Performance, GRIP damper, 160mm

Shock: Fox Float X Performance, 210 × 55mm

Wheels: Amflow XMA-30 aluminium, 29in front / 27.5in rear

Tyres: Schwalbe Magic Mary Radial Gravity Pro front; Albert Radial Gravity Pro rear

Drivetrain: SRAM S1000 Eagle Transmission, 12-speed

Brakes: Magura Gustav Pro four-piston, 203 × 2.5mm rotors

Offer: Large, Phantom Black

Rockrider E-Feel 900 S

Rockrider E-Feel 900 S

Electronic shifting at a trail-bike price

£3,499.99 (£3,999.99)

The E-Feel 900 S puts its budget into a substantial aluminium chassis, Shimano EP801 assistance and unusually sophisticated shifting. Its 630Wh battery is smaller than the 800Wh packs elsewhere here, but the 160/150mm suspension and TRP Trail Evo brakes give it a credible brief for red routes and rougher natural trails. It is a useful alternative for riders who care more about equipment than a carbon mainframe.

Shimano Cues LinkGlide Di2 brings electronic 11-speed shifting together with Auto Shift and Free Shift support. That can reduce the amount of gear management on a technical climb, although riders used to a simple mechanical system will need time to learn the settings. A technology-minded rider need not choose the most expensive bike.

The stiff Domain fork and generous brake rotors suit the bike’s purpose; the stock Grip 500 tyres are the more obvious area to reconsider for prolonged winter mud. The £3,499.99 offer covers limited frame sizes, so make sure the available size fits before being won over by the component list.

Pros

Strong specification at £3,500

Better brakes and suspension than entry-level eMTBs

National retailer support

Cons

Heavier and less refined than premium carbon rivals

Specifications

Frame: 6061 aluminium, 150mm rear travel

Motor: Shimano EP801, 85Nm

Battery: Shimano BT-EN806, 630Wh, removable

Fork: RockShox Domain RC, 160mm

Shock: RockShox Deluxe Select, 210 x 52.5mm

Tyres: Rockrider Grip 500, 29 x 2.4in, tubeless-ready

Drivetrain: Shimano Cues LinkGlide Di2, 11-speed, 11–50T; Auto Shift and Free Shift

Brakes: TRP Trail Evo four-piston hydraulic discs, 203mm front and rear

Cube Stereo Hybrid ONE44 HPC Race 800

Cube Stereo Hybrid ONE44 HPC Race 800

Electric MTB UK Best Bosch eMTB

£3,599 (RRP £3,999)

The Cube Stereo Hybrid ONE44 HPC Race 800 retains its Electric MTB UK Best Bosch eMTB award. It is a strong lower-priced alternative for mixed UK trails, combining substantial battery capacity, sensible suspension travel and dependable components. At £3,599, the available Small leaves the premium bikes with plenty to prove on value.

The carbon mainframe and aluminium rear triangle carry 140mm of rear travel, paired with a 150mm Fox fork. That suits climbing, flowing singletrack and rougher trail-centre sections without committing the rider to a long-travel enduro bike. An 800Wh removable battery makes indoor charging practical, while the Shimano drivetrain and four-piston brakes avoid obvious early upgrade costs.

The current £3,599 offer is for a Small, which uses 27.5in wheels; larger frame sizes use 29in wheels. Fit matters more than the discount. The Hans Dampf tyres are useful all-rounders, although deep winter mud is a different job. Choose this Cube for varied riding, and the ONE77 below when steep descents dominate the day.

Pros

Carbon mainframe, Bosch CX motor and 800Wh battery

Well-judged 150mm front and 140mm rear travel

Four-piston brakes with large 203mm rotors

Cons

Stock Hans Dampf tyres are not the strongest choice for deep UK winter mud

Specifications

Frame: Cube C:62 carbon mainframe, aluminium rear triangle, 140mm rear travel

Motor: Bosch Performance Line CX Gen 5; maximum assistance depends on the bike’s approved software settings

Battery: Bosch PowerTube 800Wh

Fork: Fox 36 Float AWL HD Sport, 150mm

Shock: Fox Float Rhythm R; 140mm rear travel

Tyres: Schwalbe Hans Dampf, 2.6in; 27.5in wheels on S and 29in on M–XL

Drivetrain: Shimano XT/Deore, 12-speed, 10–51T cassette

Brakes: Shimano MT420 four-piston hydraulic discs, 203mm front and rear

Cube Stereo Hybrid ONE77 HPC Race 800

Cube Stereo Hybrid ONE77 HPC Race 800

Long-travel Bosch value

£3,599 (RRP £3,999)

At the same price as the ONE44, the ONE77 spends its suspension travel on a different sort of day. There is 170mm at each end and a mixed-wheel setup, giving it a more gravity-focused brief for steep natural descents and rough repeated laps. The smaller rear wheel creates more room to move behind the saddle, while the adjustable headset gives some scope to change the handling.

The Bosch CX motor and 800Wh battery remain, but SR Suntour supplies the suspension and Magura the four-piston brakes. Magic Mary and Big Betty tyres are a more purposeful pairing for demanding descents than a light trail tread. The £3,599 Medium offer makes it worth considering when a shorter-travel bike would leave you budgeting for major changes.

For smooth blue routes and rolling singletrack, the ONE44 remains the more balanced buy. The best full-power eMTB is the one whose chassis suits your terrain; extra travel is useful only when you use it.

Pros

Long-travel carbon eMTB under £4,000

Bosch CX and 800Wh battery

Four-piston brakes and mullet wheels

Cons

More bike than most trail-centre riders need

Specifications

Frame: C:62 carbon mainframe, aluminium rear triangle, 170mm rear travel

Motor: Bosch Performance Line CX Gen 5; maximum assistance depends on the bike’s approved software settings

Battery: Bosch PowerTube 800Wh

Fork: SR Suntour Aion 38X 2CR Air, 170mm

Shock: SR Suntour Triair 2CR air shock

Tyres: Schwalbe Magic Mary 29 x 2.4in front; Big Betty 27.5 x 2.4in rear

Drivetrain: Shimano XT rear derailleur / Deore shifter, 12-speed

Brakes: Magura Louise four-piston, 203mm rotors

Merida eOne-Eighty FR 600

Merida eOne-Eighty FR 600

Bike-park laps and coil-shock support

£4,500 (RRP £5,700)

The eOne-Eighty FR 600 is for riders whose ideal loop is a steep descent followed by the climb back to do it again. Its 180mm suspension, aluminium frame and DVO coil shock make the purpose clear. This is a bike to compare for demanding park trails and rough natural terrain, rather than a way to make a gentle woodland ride more entertaining.

The Bosch CX system and removable 800Wh battery provide the assistance and energy reserve for repeated climbs. Merida backs them with a grippy Assegai front tyre, a DoubleDown DHR II rear and large 220/200mm brake rotors. The ten-speed Cues drivetrain puts practical replacement costs ahead of wireless glamour, a sensible priority on a bike likely to see hard use.

It is a strong specialist option, but the size and travel have consequences when the trail flattens. Riders who spend most of their time on ordinary trail-centre loops should compare the Cube ONE44 or Whyte Kado before committing to this much bike.

Pros

Full 180mm suspension package with a coil rear shock

Strong Maxxis gravity tyres and oversized brake rotors

Bosch CX motor and removable 800Wh battery

Cons

The long-travel, gravity-focused build is overkill on flatter everyday trails

Specifications

Frame: Merida eOne-Eighty LITE I aluminium, 180mm rear travel

Motor: Bosch Performance Line CX Gen 5; maximum assistance depends on the bike’s approved software settings

Battery: Bosch PowerTube 800Wh, removable

Fork: DVO Onyx 38 D3 Air, 180mm

Shock: DVO Jade X Core coil

Tyres: Maxxis Assegai 29 x 2.5in MaxxGrip EXO+ front; Minion DHR II 27.5 x 2.4in MaxxTerra DoubleDown rear

Drivetrain: Shimano CUES U6000, 10-speed, 11–48T cassette

Brakes: SRAM DB4 Stealth four-piston hydraulic discs, 220mm front and 200mm rear

Orbea Wild M20

Orbea Wild M20

Carbon 29er for aggressive enduro riding

£4,724.25 (RRP £6,299)

The Wild M20 is the carbon 29er alternative for riders who want an enduro chassis without a flagship build price. Its 170mm suspension and 750Wh Bosch system suit substantial climbs followed by demanding descents. At £4,724.25, the available XL is worth considering for a taller rider whose trails justify the travel.

The ZEB Base fork and Float X Performance shock provide a straightforward suspension package, while the Assegai front and DoubleDown Minion rear give the tyres an appropriately aggressive brief. The Shimano MT420 brakes are the more modest part of the build. They are four-piston units, but riders planning sustained hard descending may place a brake upgrade ahead of any drivetrain changes.

Pros

Carbon frame with 170mm front and rear travel

Excellent Maxxis enduro tyre combination

Bosch power with a 750Wh battery

Cons

Shimano MT420 brakes are modest for such an aggressive carbon enduro bike

Specifications

Frame: Orbea Wild OMR carbon, Concentric Boost suspension, 170mm rear travel

Motor: Bosch Performance Line CX, BDU3843; approved software settings determine maximum assistance

Battery: Bosch PowerTube 750Wh

Fork: RockShox ZEB Base DebonAir+, 170mm

Shock: Fox Float X Performance, 205 x 65mm

Tyres: Maxxis Assegai 29 x 2.5in MaxxGrip EXO+ front; Minion DHR II 29 x 2.4in MaxxTerra DoubleDown rear

Drivetrain: Shimano SLX/Deore, 12-speed, 10–51T cassette

Brakes: Shimano MT420 four-piston hydraulic discs

Offer size and finish: XL, Seaweed Carbon View

Whyte Kado RS

Whyte Kado RS

Low-slung 29er for varied UK trails

£5,199

The Kado RS is a useful middle ground between a short-travel trail bike and a full enduro machine. Whyte places the Bosch motor and removable 800Wh battery low in a carbon-and-alloy chassis, with 160/150mm suspension and 29in wheels. It is a package to consider when a ride mixes technical climbs, long linking sections and proper descending.

The mechanical Eagle 90 derailleur keeps gear operation straightforward, while the Assegai and DoubleDown DHR II tyres put grip and support ahead of easy rolling. The battery can be removed for charging, which matters when the garage has no socket. At £5,199, the Kado asks more than the Cube for its particular chassis layout and component choices.

It is still a substantial bike, and the rear shock offers a simpler adjustment range than the more expensive suspension packages here. Riders comparing the best full-power eMTB for everyday use should weigh those details against fit and local service support, rather than treating the highest motor setting as the deciding feature.

Pros

Low-mounted motor and removable 800Wh battery

29in wheels with aggressive Maxxis tyres

Mechanical Transmission drivetrain

Cons

Substantial complete-bike weight

Rear shock has a relatively simple adjustment range

Specifications

Frame: carbon mainframe, aluminium rear triangle; 150mm rear travel

Motor: Bosch Performance Line CX Gen 5; approved software upgrade supports up to 120Nm

Battery: removable Bosch PowerTube 800Wh; optional PowerMore 250Wh compatible

Fork: RockShox ZEB Select, Charger RC, 160mm

Shock: RockShox Deluxe Select R, 230 × 57.5mm

Tyres: Maxxis Assegai 29 × 2.5in MaxxGrip EXO+; DHR II 29 × 2.4in MaxxTerra DoubleDown

Drivetrain: SRAM Eagle 90 T-Type mechanical rear derailleur, Eagle 70 shifter, 12-speed, 10–52T

Brakes: SRAM DB8 Stealth four-piston; 220mm front / 200mm rear

Offer size and finish: Medium, Gloss Monarch Black

Specialized Turbo Levo 4 Comp Alloy

Specialized Turbo Levo 4 Comp Alloy

Tested choice for motor and suspension tuneability

£5,499

The Specialized Turbo Levo 4 Comp Alloy is one of the most complete full-power trail eMTBs available, but it is not a bike that gives its best without some rider input. The Specialized 3.1 motor supplies 105Nm of torque and up to 810W of peak power, backed by an 840Wh battery. Its strongest feature is not simply the output. The system delivers power smoothly in lower modes, responds intelligently in Auto and provides a substantial kick in Turbo.

The MasterMind T3 display and Specialized app allow far more adjustment than many riders will initially need. Assistance, acceleration and response can all be tuned, while Dynamic Micro Tune lets the rider make smaller changes during a ride. That depth is both a strength and a complication. The Levo 4 rewards riders who spend time setting up its geometry, motor and suspension. Straight out of the box, it can feel like a lot of bike and a lot of power.

The M5 aluminium frame uses mixed wheels, adjustable geometry and 150mm of rear travel. Specialized’s GENIE-equipped Fox Float X shock gives the bike impressive support and helps control bottom-out without making the suspension feel harsh. The Fox 36 Rhythm fork works well for general trail riding, but it is the component most likely to be exposed by the bike’s 25.7kg weight during harder descending. Riders regularly hitting steep enduro tracks may eventually want the support of a Fox 38 or equivalent.

SRAM Maven Bronze brakes are a major positive. They produce strong braking power without the vague feel sometimes associated with cheaper four-piston systems. The Levo is the best full-power eMTB 2026 option here for riders who value tuneability, motor behaviour and a bike that can be shaped around their preferences.

Read our Specialized Turbo Levo 4 Comp Alloy review and Specialized 3.1 motor review for the full test verdict.

Pros

Powerful but highly tuneable Specialized 3.1 motor

Large 840Wh battery and useful Auto mode

Excellent Maven brakes and supportive GENIE rear suspension

Cons

The Fox 36 can feel outmatched when the bike is pushed hard on steep descents

Specifications

Frame: Specialized M5 aluminium, adjustable geometry, mixed wheels, 150mm rear travel

Motor: Specialized 3.1, 105Nm torque and 810W peak power

Battery: Specialized 840Wh

Fork: Fox 36 Rhythm GRIP, 160mm; 150mm on S1

Shock: Fox Float X Performance with Specialized GENIE technology, 210 x 55mm

Tyres: Specialized Butcher GRID GRAVITY T9, 29 x 2.4in front and 27.5 x 2.4in rear

Drivetrain: SRAM Eagle 90 T-Type, 12-speed, 10–52T cassette

Brakes: SRAM Maven Bronze four-piston hydraulic discs, 220mm front and 200mm rear

Offer size and finish: S3, Satin Gunmetal / Obsidian; review photograph shows the tested bike

Trek Rail+ 9.8 GX AXS T-Type

Trek Rail+ 9.8 GX AXS T-Type

Premium Bosch enduro suspension and wireless shifting

£5,499 (RRP £7,000)

The Rail+ 9.8 is for riders who want to spend more on suspension adjustment and wireless shifting while staying with Bosch assistance. Its carbon frame, 160mm travel and mixed wheels make it an enduro-oriented choice, but the removable 800Wh battery also makes routine charging less awkward than an integrated pack.

Fox’s 38 Performance Elite fork and Float X shock give an experienced rider more setup scope than the simpler units on the value bikes. GX Eagle AXS Transmission handles wireless shifting, and Code Bronze brakes provide a familiar four-piston system. The £5,499 offer is for a new Medium in Deep Smoke, rather than the separate ex-demo bikes sometimes sold under the same model name.

It costs substantially more than the ONE44, so the suspension package needs to matter to your riding. For rough, fast descents it belongs among the best full-power eMTB options to compare; on smoother routes, the cheaper Cube leaves more money for kit and riding.

Pros

Carbon 160mm frame with high-quality Fox Performance Elite suspension

Bosch 800Wh removable battery and established dealer support

SRAM GX Eagle AXS T-Type wireless drivetrain

Cons

Enduro geometry and mixed wheels are less lively on flat, gentle trails

Specifications

Frame: Trek OCLV Mountain Carbon, ABP suspension, 160mm rear travel, RIB 2.0

Motor: Bosch Performance Line CX Gen 5; maximum assistance depends on the bike’s approved software settings

Battery: Bosch PowerTube RIB 2.0, 800Wh, removable

Fork: Fox Performance Elite Float 38, GRIP X damper, 160mm

Shock: Fox Performance Elite Float X, 205 x 65mm, 160mm rear travel

Tyres: Bontrager Brevard RSL SE, 29 x 2.5in front and 27.5 x 2.5in rear

Drivetrain: SRAM GX Eagle AXS T-Type, 12-speed, 10–52T cassette

Brakes: SRAM Code Bronze four-piston hydraulic discs

Giant Reign Advanced E+ 1

Giant Reign Advanced E+ 1

Enduro travel with a modular battery setup

£6,504 (RRP £7,499)

The Reign takes a different approach to battery capacity. Its 560Wh internal pack is supplied with a 280Wh extender, so you can choose between carrying less battery for a shorter ride and taking the full 840Wh for a bigger day. That flexibility is useful when the same bike has to cover both local laps and longer trips.

The 90Nm SyncDrive Pro 3 motor sits in a carbon chassis with 180mm front and 170mm rear travel. Fox suspension, mechanical Eagle 90 Transmission and TRP DH-R EVO brakes put the spending where an enduro rider is likely to appreciate it. Large rotors and a DoubleDown rear tyre reinforce that purpose.

The smaller main battery demands some planning when the extender stays at home. Carrying both packs also makes the system more involved than charging one removable downtube battery. This is a distinctive option for riders comparing the best full-power eMTB configurations, provided that flexibility is worth the extra cost.

Pros

Included 280Wh extender adds flexibility to the 560Wh main battery

Long-travel Fox suspension

TRP four-piston brakes with large rotors

Cons

Shorter energy reserve when riding without the extender

Two-battery setup adds charging and carrying decisions

Specifications

Frame: Advanced-grade composite, 170mm Maestro rear suspension

Motor: Giant SyncDrive Pro 3, 90Nm

Battery: 560Wh EnergyPak Smart plus included 280Wh extender

Fork: Fox 38 Performance Elite GRIP X2, 180mm

Shock: Fox Float X Performance, 205 × 65mm

Tyres: Maxxis Assegai 29 × 2.5in EXO+ MaxxGrip front; DHR II 27.5 × 2.4in DoubleDown MaxxGrip rear

Drivetrain: SRAM Eagle 90 mechanical Transmission, 12-speed, 10–52T

Brakes: TRP DH-R EVO four-piston, 220mm front and rear

Offer size and finish: Large, Mercury / Carbon Smoke

How to choose the best full-power eMTB for your trails

Match the chassis to the descent

Start with the terrain you ride most often. A balanced trail bike can be more enjoyable on flowing routes than a long, heavily built enduro machine. The extra travel of a Merida eOne-Eighty or Giant Reign becomes useful when rough descents are a regular part of the ride. It is less valuable if the bike spends most of its time on smooth tracks and gentle linking trails.

Geometry and frame size also matter more than a nominal travel figure. Compare reach, stack, standover and dropper insertion, and allow room to move when the trail steepens. The best full-power eMTB for a tall rider is not automatically the same bargain as the best Small-size offer. A sale price is only useful when the available frame fits.

Look beyond the torque number

Motor figures describe only part of the experience. How assistance arrives, how it responds to cadence and how easily you can tune it all affect traction and confidence on a climb. A motor that feels predictable can be more useful on loose ground than one set to its strongest response. Learn the modes and try the bike on terrain resembling your normal riding when possible.

Software can also change the assistance available on a compatible bike. Bosch settings depend on the drive unit and manufacturer approval, so do not assume that every bike carrying a CX badge has identical limits. Our eMTB motor guide explains the different systems, and the Bosch eMTB shortlist provides more complete-bike comparisons.

Choose battery capacity around real rides

More watt-hours give you a larger energy reserve, but they do not guarantee a particular distance. Climbing, rider and kit weight, temperature, tyre drag and assistance mode all affect consumption. Think about elevation and how you use the motor rather than comparing flat-road range claims. Our long-range eMTB guide considers that balance in more detail.

Charging arrangements can decide which is the best full-power eMTB to live with. A removable battery helps when the bike stays in a shed or downstairs storage area. An integrated battery requires a suitable socket nearby. Extenders add flexibility but also another item to charge and carry; check the supplied equipment rather than assuming a photographed extender is included.

Budget for grip, braking and servicing

A full-power bike needs tyres and brakes suited to its terrain and rider. Four-piston brakes, appropriate rotors and supportive tyre casings are sensible priorities for long or rough descents. Electronic shifting and carbon finishing parts are attractive, but neither compensates for poor grip or a braking system that does not suit your use.

Ask where motor diagnostics, warranty work and battery replacement will be handled. Local support and the price of consumable parts affect ownership long after a discount is forgotten. The best full-power eMTB purchase balances those practicalities with its ride character, rather than choosing the most powerful specification in isolation. Riders considering newer systems can also explore our Avinox eMTB guide.

Best full-power eMTB: common questions

Does full power mean the bike must be heavy?

No. The Amflow is a clear example of substantial assistance in a relatively light complete bike. Battery size, frame material, tyres and components all contribute to weight. Compare like-for-like sizes and setups, and remember that pedals, inserts and heavier replacement tyres can change the figure you actually lift onto a rack.

Is 170mm travel better than 140mm?

It is better suited to some terrain. Extra travel can improve the margin for rough descents, while a shorter-travel bike can be more manageable and engaging on flowing trails. Compare the complete chassis and suspension quality rather than treating travel as a ranking. Our full-suspension eMTB guide covers a broader range of riding styles.

Should I always use the highest assistance mode?

Use the mode that suits the climb, grip and remaining ride. Stronger assistance consumes more energy and can make low-speed traction harder to manage if the response is abrupt. Lower modes can feel more controlled on slippery ground, while stronger support is useful for a steep climb or another demanding lap.

What should I check on a discounted bike?

Confirm the exact model year, frame size, battery capacity and fitted components. A similar name can cover different suspension, wheels or drivetrains, and an ex-demo offer is a different purchase from a new bike. Read the condition and warranty details, and compare the actual selling price rather than the size of the crossed-out discount.

Verdict: the best full-power eMTB for you

The Amflow PX Carbon is our best full-power eMTB overall and retains its Electric MTB UK award. The Cube ONE44 HPC Race 800 keeps its Best Bosch eMTB award and remains the more affordable all-round trail option. The E-Feel adds electronic-shifting value, while the ONE77 and Merida offer progressively more gravity-focused alternatives. The Wild and Kado suit riders choosing a particular enduro or trail chassis rather than simply chasing the cheapest battery capacity.

The Levo stands out for the tuneability described in our own testing; the Rail+ spends more on suspension and wireless shifting. Giant’s two-battery approach and Amflow’s low weight provide different answers to range and handling. The best full-power eMTB is the one that fits your trails, your body and the way you will maintain and charge it.