Updated September 30, 2026 · CommuteCue Editorial Team
Hiboy vs Prophete
Hiboy
Higher score in this comparison
Prophete
Hiboy vs Prophete: the differences
| Compare | HiboyReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | PropheteReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | Hiboy P6, Hiboy EX9, Hiboy EX6, Hiboy EX6F | Hansa by Prophete, Geniesser 3.3, Dice 5.0, Urbanicer 4.0 |
| Price from | CA$1,142.99 | €1,149.95 |
| Price up to | CA$1,349.99 | €3,199.95 |
| Nominal motor power (W) | 500 to 750 | 250 |
| Assist class | Us class 3 | EU 25 |
| Largest battery (Wh) | 720 | 799.9Higher |
| Claimed range (km) | 120 | 220Higher |
| Lightest model (kg) | 29 | 17.6Lower |
| Maximum payload (kg) | 150 | 200Higher |
| Sales model | Both | Direct |
| Markets | CA, US, AE, SA | DE, IT, LU, NL, AT, BE, PL, EE, LV, LT |
| Motor position | Not confirmed | Mid |
| Throttle | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Belt drive | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Frame warranty | 1 year | Not confirmed |
| Battery warranty | 0.5 years | Not confirmed |
| Money-back period | 30 days | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Removable battery (Yes), Service network (Own), Finance (Yes).
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Key differences
- Hiboy scores higher overall: 9.2 vs 9.0.
- Largest battery (Wh) is higher at Prophete: 799.9 vs 720.
- Claimed range (km) is higher at Prophete: 220 vs 120.
- Lightest model (kg) is lower at Prophete: 17.6 vs 29.
- Maximum payload (kg) is higher at Prophete: 200 vs 150.
- Support channels: only Hiboy offers Community.
- Support channels: only Prophete offers Phone.
- Prophete is available in 9 more countries.
- Bike types: only Hiboy offers Folding, Fat tire.
- Bike types: only Prophete offers Hybrid, Emtb, Road.
Our verdict on each
Hiboy
Hiboy suits commuters who want a fat-tire or step-through e-bike with a throttle and a removable battery, and who are happy to buy and service through one company. E-bike prices sit at CAD 1,142.99 and CAD 1,349.99, with a 1 year frame warranty behind them.
Prophete
Prophete suits a European rider who wants a single brand to cover city, commuter and cargo bikes, with its own service network behind it. You pay more at entry than the site median, so check the Hansa by Prophete at €1,149.95 against cheaper shortlists first.
Score breakdown
| Area | Hiboy | Prophete |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.7HigherEntry at CAD 1,142.99 and top at CAD 1,349.99, plus finance, keep the outlay modest for a fat-tire bike. | 8.7The Hansa by Prophete starts at €1,149.95, above the site median of €876.09, and the range stops at €3,199.95. |
| Offer | 8.8Throttle, a removable battery, 720 Wh of battery and a 30 days money-back window in one package. | 9.3HigherBike types run city, commuter and hybrid, with service network own and a spare parts shop. |
| Trust | 8.9Run by FREEMAN INVESTMENT HOLDING LIMITED from CN and founded in 2014, with support on email, help centre and community and no crash replacement. | Not confirmed |
Where they rank in our lists
| Ranking | Hiboy | Prophete |
|---|---|---|
| Electric bikes | 82 of 185 | 113 of 185 |
| Commuter and city e-bikes | 59 of 143 | 92 of 143 |
| Electric scooters | 30 of 58 | 40 of 58 |
| Lightweight e-scooters | 12 of 24 | 18 of 24 |
What we checked
Hiboy
- hiboy.ca: 20 facts, checked September 30, 2026
- hiboy.com: 5 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Prophete
- prophete.de: 21 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Hiboy | Prophete |
|---|---|---|
| Bike types | Commuter, City, Step through, Folding, Fat tire | City, Commuter, Hybrid, Step through, Emtb, Road, Cargo, Longtail |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc, Mechanical disc | Hydraulic disc, Rim |
| Certifications | Ul 2849 | Not confirmed |
| Legal entity | FREEMAN INVESTMENT HOLDING LIMITED | Prophete In Moving GmbH |
| Headquarters | China | Germany |
| Founded | 2014 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Email, Help centre, Community | Email, Phone, Help centre |
E-scooters
| Fact | Hiboy | Prophete |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle type | Kick scooter | Kick scooter |
| Top speed (km/h) | 30 | 20 |
| Road-legal in | Not confirmed | De |
| Nominal motor power (W) | 500 | 300 to 390 |
| Battery capacity (Wh) | Not confirmed | 275 to 468 |
| Weight (kg) | 16.5Lower | 17.5 |
| Maximum load (kg) | 100 | 137 to 138Higher |
| Folding | Yes | Yes |
| Tyres | Solid | Pneumatic |
| Suspension | Yes | Not confirmed |
| IP rating | IPX4 | Not confirmed |
| UL 2272 certified | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Warranty | 12 months | Not confirmed |
| Spare parts shop | Yes | Yes |
Helmets and locks
| Fact | Hiboy | Prophete |
|---|---|---|
| Product type | Lock | Not confirmed |
| Integrated lights | No | Not confirmed |
| Crash replacement | No | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Hiboy | Prophete | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominal motor power (W) | 500 to 750above the median | 250below the median | 425 |
| Largest battery (Wh) | 720below the median | 799.9below the median | 800.8 |
| Claimed range (km) | 120below the median | 220highest quarter | 138.5 |
| Lightest model (kg) | 29above the median | 17.6lowest quarter | 25.7 |
| Maximum payload (kg) | 150below the median | 200highest quarter | 158.76 |
| Frame warranty | 1 yearbelow the median | Not confirmed | 2 years |
Median across 144 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Hiboy
Pros
- Throttle and a removable battery are both present, so a rider can pull away from a standstill and carry the pack indoors to charge.
- A claimed range of 120 km on a 720 Wh battery gives fat-tire riders usable distance between charges.
- Hiboy services in-house and runs a spare parts shop, which narrows the gap on dealer-led rivals such as Kalkhoff.
Cons
- Support runs on email, help centre and community, so buyers with a fault get written answers and a help centre rather than a phone line.
- The lightest bike still weighs 29 kg, so the folding models suit a car boot more than a stairwell.
- Crash replacement is not part of the policy, so a written-off bike is not swapped out.
Prophete
Pros
- The service network is own and a spare parts shop is available, so wear parts and repairs come from the company that built the bike.
- The range spans city, commuter and hybrid, so a city bike, a step-through, a mountain bike and a cargo hauler all come from the same maker.
- Cargo and longtail models are rated for a payload of 200 kg, which covers a weekly shop, a laptop or a small child.
Cons
- The Hansa by Prophete costs €1,149.95 at entry, above the site median of €876.09, so Prophete is not the cheapest route into an e-bike.
- The lightest bike listed still weighs 17.6 kg, which rules it out for anyone carrying a bike up stairs or onto a train.
- Support runs on email, phone and help centre and stops there, with no live chat listed for quick answers.
Who each suits
Hiboy
Who it suits
- Riders who want a fat-tire bike with a throttle and a removable battery, and who value one company handling sales and servicing.
- Commuters who would rather spread the cost than pay CAD 1,142.99 in one go.
- Shoppers who want bikes, a kick-scooter and a lock from the same seller.
Who should look elsewhere
- Kalkhoff buyers after hybrid or emtb frames, since those sit outside Hiboy's commuter, city and step through.
- Tern riders carrying cargo, because cargo is not among Hiboy's commuter, city and step through.
Prophete
Who it suits
- Riders in the countries Prophete ships to, who would rather have the brand's own workshop and parts shop than a third-party dealer network.
- Households with mixed transport needs, from a step-through city bike for one rider to a cargo hauler for the school run.
- Buyers who keep a bike for years and value replaceable parts over a wide dealer network.
Who should look elsewhere
- Tern, whose bike types are cargo, commuter and folding, is the closer fit if your shortlist is built around cargo, commuter and folding bikes.
- Kalkhoff, listed as city, hybrid and step through, suits riders who want city, hybrid and mountain shapes rather than a range this wide.
- HK Beirui Trade Co., listed as commuter, folding and fat tire, is the pick for fat-tire riding, while Prophete's types are city, commuter and hybrid.
Current offers
Hiboy
Prophete
Current offer
Discount code
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Source, checked September 30, 2026
Discount code
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Country by country
| Country | Hiboy | Prophete |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | No | Yes |
| Belgium | No | Yes |
| Canada | Yes | No |
| Estonia | No | Yes |
| Germany | No | Yes |
| Italy | No | Yes |
| Latvia | No | Yes |
| Lithuania | No | Yes |
8 of 11 countries where either is available.
Questions about each
Hiboy
What does a Hiboy e-bike cost?+
The e-bike range opens at CAD 1,142.99 and closes at CAD 1,349.99. That band is narrow, so the commuter, step-through and fat-tire models sit inside one price bracket rather than spanning cheap to premium. Finance is offered, which spreads the entry figure over time.
Can I pay for a Hiboy bike in instalments?+
Finance is offered across the electric bike collection, so the purchase can be split rather than settled up front. The amount follows the same entry and top prices, CAD 1,142.99 and CAD 1,349.99, so choosing a cheaper model finances a smaller sum over the same period.
Prophete
How much does a Prophete e-bike cost at entry?+
The cheapest bike listed, the Hansa by Prophete, costs €1,149.95, and the priciest listed bike, a cargo model, runs to €3,199.95. That is the whole span of the range rather than a subscription, so the figure you read is the figure you pay. Finance is offered if you would rather spread the entry cost over time.
What range do I get on a charge?+
One listed model is quoted at a claimed range of 220 km, and the biggest battery in the bike range is 799.9 Wh. Read that range figure as a claim made under set conditions rather than a promise, since weather, load and gradient all move it. A larger battery also means more weight to lift, so size the pack to your real route.
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