Updated September 30, 2026 · CommuteCue Editorial Team
Hiboy vs Specialized
Hiboy
Higher score in this comparison
Specialized
Where Hiboy and Specialized differ
| Compare | HiboyReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | SpecializedReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | Hiboy P6, Hiboy EX9, Hiboy EX6, Hiboy EX6F | Turbo Levo 4 Comp Alloy, Turbo Vado 2 4.0, Turbo Como 4.0, Turbo Tero 3.0 |
| Price from | CA$1,142.99 | €2,800 |
| Price up to | CA$1,349.99 | €14,000 |
| Nominal motor power (W) | 500 to 750 | 810 |
| Assist class | Us class 3 | EU 25 |
| Largest battery (Wh) | 720 | 1,120Higher |
| Lightest model (kg) | 29 | 25.7Lower |
| Frame warranty | 1 year | 2 yearsHigher |
| Battery warranty | 0.5 years | 2 yearsHigher |
| Service network | Own | Partner |
| Markets | CA, US, AE, SA | US, CA, BR, GB, FR, IT, DE, ES, AD, PT, JP, CN, KR, AU, AE, SA, OM, KWCovers more |
| Throttle | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Claimed range (km) | 120 | Not confirmed |
| Maximum payload (kg) | 150 | Not confirmed |
| Belt drive | Not confirmed | Yes |
Same on both: Removable battery (Yes), Sales model (Both), Money-back period (30 days), Finance (Yes).
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Key differences
- Hiboy scores higher overall: 9.2 vs 8.8.
- Largest battery (Wh) is higher at Specialized: 1,120 vs 720.
- Lightest model (kg) is lower at Specialized: 25.7 vs 29.
- Frame warranty is higher at Specialized: 2 years vs 1 year.
- Battery warranty is higher at Specialized: 2 years vs 0.5 years.
- Support channels: only Hiboy offers Email, Community.
- Support channels: only Specialized offers Phone.
- Founded is lower at Specialized: 1974 vs 2014.
- Bike types: only Hiboy offers Commuter, City, Folding.
- Bike types: only Specialized offers Emtb, Road, Hybrid.
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.
Specialized
Specialized suits riders who want a proven bike maker with in-house motors and broad electric ranges rather than the cheapest way into e-biking. Prices run €2,800 to €14,000, above many rivals, and the 5-Star Virginia Tech Helmet Rating on the Align II helmet shows the house pushes hard on safety.
Score breakdown
| Area | Hiboy | Specialized |
|---|---|---|
| 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. | 8.1Prices run €2,800 to €14,000, which keeps the cost score low against cheaper rivals. |
| Offer | 8.8Throttle, a removable battery, 720 Wh of battery and a 30 days money-back window in one package. | 9.2HigherThe offer is broad: emtb, road and hybrid shapes, belt drive, Finance and a removable battery on the Levo. |
| 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. | 9.3HigherFounded 1974, run by Specialized Bicycle Components, Inc. with 2 years frame warranty and 30 day returns. |
Licences and countries
| Country | Hiboy | Specialized |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | China | United States |
Where they rank in our lists
| Ranking | Hiboy | Specialized |
|---|---|---|
| Electric bikes | 82 of 185 | 149 of 185 |
| Commuter and city e-bikes | 59 of 143 | 123 of 143 |
| Bike helmets and locks | 15 of 34 | 24 of 34 |
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| Fact | Hiboy | Specialized |
|---|---|---|
| Bike types | Commuter, City, Step through, Folding, Fat tire | Emtb, Road, Hybrid, Cargo, Step through |
| Motor brand | Not confirmed | Own |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc, Mechanical discCovers more | Hydraulic disc |
| Certifications | Ul 2849 | Ul 2849 |
| Legal entity | FREEMAN INVESTMENT HOLDING LIMITED | Specialized Bicycle Components, Inc. |
| Headquarters | China | United States |
| Founded | 2014 | 1974Lower |
| Support channels | Email, Help centre, Community | Phone, Help centre |
E-scooters
| Fact | Hiboy | Specialized |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle type | Kick scooter | Not confirmed |
| Top speed (km/h) | 30 | Not confirmed |
| Nominal motor power (W) | 500 | Not confirmed |
| Weight (kg) | 16.5 | Not confirmed |
| Maximum load (kg) | 100 | Not confirmed |
| Folding | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Tyres | Solid | Not confirmed |
| Suspension | Yes | Not confirmed |
| IP rating | IPX4 | Not confirmed |
| UL 2272 certified | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Warranty | 12 months | 24 monthsHigher |
| Spare parts shop | Yes | Not confirmed |
Helmets and locks
| Fact | Hiboy | Specialized |
|---|---|---|
| Product type | Lock | Helmet |
| Standards | Not confirmed | Cpsc |
| Independent rating | Not confirmed | 5-Star Virginia Tech Helmet Rating |
| Fit range | Not confirmed | 49-55 cm OSFM child size |
| Integrated lights | No | YesHas it |
| Crash replacement | No | YesHas it |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Hiboy | Specialized | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominal motor power (W) | 500 to 750above the median | 810highest quarter | 425 |
| Largest battery (Wh) | 720below the median | 1,120above the median | 800.8 |
| Claimed range (km) | 120below the median | Not confirmed | 138.5 |
| Lightest model (kg) | 29above the median | 25.7at the median | 25.7 |
| Maximum payload (kg) | 150below the median | Not confirmed | 158.76 |
| Frame warranty | 1 yearbelow the median | 2 yearsat the median | 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.
Specialized
Pros
- The motor is Specialized's own, listed as own, so parts and software come from one house rather than a mix of suppliers
- Belt drive is offered across the electric range, which suits riders who want a drivetrain they barely have to service
- The battery is removable on the Turbo Levo, so you can carry it indoors instead of charging in a shed
Cons
- Prices start at €2,800, well above the cheapest electric bikes on the market, so this is a brand for a bigger budget
- Support runs on phone and help centre, so there is no live chat for quick answers on a fiddly fault
- Service is delivered through a both sales model with a partner service network, which means your local workshop does the work rather than a company van
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.
Specialized
Who it suits
- Commuters covering hilly routes who want a strong motor and enough battery to skip charging overnight
- Households buying one bike to replace several trips, including cargo and step-through shapes
- Riders who care about safety gear, since the Align II helmet carries a 5-Star Virginia Tech Helmet Rating
Who should look elsewhere
- Budget buyers, since €2,800 is far above the cheap end of the market and Tern or Kalkhoff sit lower
- People who want a foldable bike for a train commute, because none of the emtb, road and hybrid shapes fold
- Riders needing live chat support, since phone and help centre covers phone and help centre only
Current offers
Hiboy
Country by country
| Country | Hiboy | Specialized |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | Yes | No |
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.
Specialized
How much does a Specialized e-bike cost?+
Electric bikes start at €2,800 and reach €14,000 at the top of the range. Finance is offered, so a €14,000 bike can be spread over a term rather than paid in one go. It is a premium price band, not a budget one.
What is the cheapest way to buy a Specialized electric bike?+
Entering the range at €2,800 is the lowest outlay, and hybrid shapes sit at the bottom of the emtb, road and hybrid list. Finance spreads that entry cost over time. Riders on a tight budget are better served by Kalkhoff or Tern.
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