Updated October 21, 2026 · CommuteCue Editorial Team
Helokeep vs Kemoway France
Helokeep
Higher score in this comparison
Kemoway France
Where Helokeep and Kemoway France differ
| Compare | HelokeepReviewVisitVisit | Kemoway FranceReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | Helokeep CD20 Long-Range Cargo Electric Bike, Helokeep 26M Electric Mountain Bike, Helokeep 26P Electric Mountain Bike, Helokeep COCO U Folding Electric Bike | Kemoway K5, Kemoway P7, Kemoway K5S, Kemoway Z3 |
| Price from | $499 | €1,499 |
| Price up to | $1,999 | €2,799 |
| Motor position | Hub | Mid |
| Nominal motor power (W) | 1,100 | 250 |
| Assist class | Us class 2 | EU 25 |
| Largest battery (Wh) | 1,588.8Higher | 720 |
| Claimed range (km) | 241.4Higher | 170 |
| Lightest model (kg) | 31.7 | 26.5Lower |
| Maximum payload (kg) | 250Higher | 150 |
| Battery warranty | 0.25 years | 2 yearsHigher |
| Sales model | Direct | Both |
| Markets | US | DE, FR, IT, NL |
| Throttle | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Removable battery | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Service network | Not confirmed | Partner |
Same on both: Belt drive (No), Frame warranty (2 years), Money-back period (30 days), Finance (Yes).
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Key differences
- Helokeep scores higher overall: 9.3 vs 8.9.
- Largest battery (Wh) is higher at Helokeep: 1,588.8 vs 720.
- Claimed range (km) is higher at Helokeep: 241.4 vs 170.
- Lightest model (kg) is lower at Kemoway France: 26.5 vs 31.7.
- Maximum payload (kg) is higher at Helokeep: 250 vs 150.
- Battery warranty is higher at Kemoway France: 2 years vs 0.25 years.
- Kemoway France is available in 3 more countries.
- Bike types: only Helokeep offers Step through, Commuter, Fat tire.
- Bike types: only Kemoway France offers City.
- Brakes: only Helokeep offers Mechanical disc.
Our verdict on each
Helokeep
Helokeep suits US riders who want a single direct seller across cargo, mountain, folding, commuter and fat-tire shapes, with no dealer network in between. Entry pricing is $499, the priciest model reaches $1,999, and refunds run 30 days against battery cover of 0.25 years.
Kemoway France
Kemoway France suits riders who want a mid-drive, city-led range sold direct across DE, FR and IT, and who value a 30 days money back window over the lowest entry price. Its opening price of €1,499 sits above the site median, and city, cargo and emtb keeps the line broad rather than specialist.
Score breakdown
| Area | Helokeep | Kemoway France |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.6HigherEntry at $499 rises to $1,999 at the top, and Helokeep ranks 16 of 149 brands on starting price. | 8.7Entry price of €1,499 sits well above the €876.09 typical of the site, with a top of €2,799. |
| Offer | 9.1HigherA single catalogue covers cargo, emtb and step through, with claimed range 241.4 km, payload 250 kg and a 1,588.8 Wh battery on the cargo bike. | 9.0Finance is offered, 30 days money back, and a 170 km claimed range on 720 Wh of battery. |
| Trust | 8.9Frame cover runs 2 years and refunds 30 days, but battery cover sits at 0.25 years, and selling is direct. | 9.1HigherFrame and battery warranties run 2 years, and support runs on email, phone and help centre. |
The numbers side by side
| Fact | Helokeep | Kemoway France |
|---|---|---|
| Largest battery (Wh) | 1,588.8 | 720 |
| Claimed range (km) | 241.4 | 170 |
| Lightest model (kg) | 31.7 | 26.5 |
| Maximum payload (kg) | 250 | 150 |
| Frame warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Battery warranty | 0.25 years | 2 years |
| Money-back period | 30 days | 30 days |
Also worth a look
ENVO Drive Systems has battery warranty at 5 years, against 0.25 years for Helokeep and 2 years for Kemoway France.
ENVO Drive Systems reviewHow they place
| Ranking | Helokeep | Kemoway France |
|---|---|---|
| Electric bikes | 5 of 185 | 34 of 185 |
| Commuter and city e-bikes | 5 of 143 | 31 of 143 |
| Folding e-bikes | 4 of 90 | 28 of 90 |
| Cargo e-bikes | 4 of 69 | 16 of 69 |
| Electric mountain bikes | 2 of 73 | 13 of 73 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Helokeep | Kemoway France |
|---|---|---|
| Bike types | Cargo, Emtb, Step through, Folding, Commuter, Fat tire | City, Cargo, Emtb, Folding |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc, Mechanical discCovers more | Hydraulic disc |
| Certifications | Ul 2849 | Not confirmed |
| Legal entity | HONG KONG JIANGHE INTERNATIONAL TRADING CO., LIMITED | Danster GmbH |
| Headquarters | Hong Kong | Germany |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 2011 |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centre | Email, Phone, Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Helokeep | Kemoway France | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominal motor power (W) | 1,100highest quarter | 250below the median | 425 |
| Largest battery (Wh) | 1,588.8highest quarter | 720below the median | 800.8 |
| Claimed range (km) | 241.4highest quarter | 170highest quarter | 138.5 |
| Lightest model (kg) | 31.7above the median | 26.5above the median | 25.7 |
| Maximum payload (kg) | 250highest quarter | 150below the median | 158.76 |
| Frame warranty | 2 yearsat the median | 2 yearsat the median | 2 years |
Median across 144 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Helokeep
Pros
- A single seller covers cargo, mountain, folding, commuter, step-through and fat-tire shapes: cargo, emtb and step through.
- Entry pricing of $499 keeps a new e-bike purchase within reach.
- The cargo bike claims 241.4 km of range and takes 250 kg of load, and it has a throttle.
Cons
- Battery cover is 0.25 years against a frame warranty of 2 years, so the pack is the weak point of the policy.
- Support runs on email, phone and help centre only, with no live chat or community forum among the listed channels.
- Shipping is listed for US alone, so riders outside that market have no stated delivery.
Kemoway France
Pros
- city, cargo and emtb covers city, cargo, mountain and folding bikes, so one brand serves several kinds of commute
- The published spec pairs mid drive with hydraulic disc brakes and EU 25 assist
- A claimed range of 170 km from a battery of 720 Wh, above the 436.7 Wh typical across the site
Cons
- Entry price of €1,499 sits above the €876.09 typical across the site, so this is not a budget pick
- Belt drive is no on the models with published specifications, against a 38.5% share of belt-driven bikes on the site
- Servicing runs through partner workshops rather than an in-house network, while 28% of the site keeps its own
Who each suits
Helokeep
Who it suits
- US riders who want cargo or mountain shapes from a single direct seller.
- Commuters who want a long claimed range on the cargo bike alongside a 30 days refund window.
- Buyers who want a folding bike and a cargo bike in the same catalogue rather than across brands.
Who should look elsewhere
- Tern buyers, who want a dedicated maker of cargo, commuter and folding rather than a broad direct catalogue.
- Kalkhoff buyers, who want city, hybrid and step through from a brand that is not a direct-only seller.
- Riders keeping an e-bike for years without battery worries, since battery cover is 0.25 years.
Kemoway France
Who it suits
- Riders in Germany, FR and IT who want a mid-drive bike without visiting a dealer for every purchase
- Anyone moving a heavier load, since the cargo model is rated to 150 kg
- Commuters who treat a claimed range of 170 km and a battery of 720 Wh as the deciding numbers
Who should look elsewhere
- Buyers on a tight entry budget, since €1,499 sits above the €876.09 typical across the site and Kalkhoff and HK BEIRUI TRADE CO. are worth checking against it
- Riders after a step-through or hybrid frame, since those types sit outside city, cargo and emtb while Kalkhoff covers city, hybrid and step through
- Anyone wanting servicing from a brand's own workshops, since work here runs through partner workshops and 28% of the site keeps its own
Current offers
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Country by country
| Country | Helokeep | Kemoway France |
|---|---|---|
| France | No | Yes |
| Germany | No | Yes |
| Italy | No | Yes |
| Netherlands | No | Yes |
| United States | Yes | No |
Questions about each
Helokeep
What does a Helokeep e-bike cost at the entry point?+
Helokeep sells direct, and the entry price is $499. The priciest bike in the catalogue reaches $1,999, so the gap between the cheapest and the top end is wide. Riders pay a purchase price once, and nothing on the bike is set to renew afterwards.
Is there a subscription or renewal fee to pay after buying?+
No subscription sits behind the purchase. Bikes are bought outright, so the $499 entry point is what you pay at the point of sale and nothing renews later. The only ongoing commitments are servicing and the warranty, with frame cover of 2 years and battery cover of 0.25 years.
Kemoway France
How much does a Kemoway France e-bike cost?+
The range starts at €1,499 and runs to €2,799 across Kemoway K5, Kemoway P7, Kemoway K5S, Kemoway Z3. That start sits above the €876.09 entry price typical across the site, so this reads as a mid-market brand rather than a budget one. Finance is offered, which spreads the difference between the entry and the top of the range.
What motor and brakes does the mid-range bike use?+
The published specification pairs a mid motor rated at 250 W nominal watts with hydraulic disc brakes. That power sits at the 250 W end of the site's range, so expect steady assistance rather than a high-output motor. Mid-drive placement also keeps the mass low and central on the frame.
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