Updated October 21, 2026 · CommuteCue Editorial Team
kemoway vs Puckipuppy
kemoway
Puckipuppy
Higher score in this comparison
What sets them apart
| Compare | kemowayReviewVisitVisit | PuckipuppyReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | K5, K5R, P7, Z3 | Labrador Pro Ebike, Boxer ST Ebike, Schnauzer Ebike |
| Price from | €1,499 | $699.99 |
| Price up to | €2,799 | $2,299.99 |
| Money-back period | 30 daysHigher | 15 days |
| Markets | DE, FR, IT, NL | US, CA |
| Motor position | Mid | Not confirmed |
| Nominal motor power (W) | 250 | Not confirmed |
| Assist class | EU 25 | Not confirmed |
| Largest battery (Wh) | 720 | Not confirmed |
| Removable battery | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Claimed range (km) | 170 | Not confirmed |
| Lightest model (kg) | 26.5 | Not confirmed |
| Maximum payload (kg) | 125 | Not confirmed |
| Belt drive | No | Not confirmed |
| Battery warranty | 2 years | Not confirmed |
| Sales model | Both | Not confirmed |
| Service network | Partner | Not confirmed |
| Finance | Yes | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Frame warranty (2 years).
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Key differences
- Puckipuppy scores higher overall: 9.1 vs 8.9.
- Money-back period is higher at kemoway: 30 days vs 15 days.
- Certifications: only kemoway offers En 15194.
- Certifications: only Puckipuppy offers Ul 2849.
- Bike types: only kemoway offers City, Cargo.
- Bike types: only Puckipuppy offers Commuter, Step through, Fat tire.
- Markets: only kemoway offers DE, FR, IT.
- Markets: only Puckipuppy offers US, CA.
Our verdict on each
kemoway
Kemoway suits riders in Germany, FR and IT who want a mid motor at an entry price of €1,499 with a 30 day return window. A mid motor and a listed certification set it apart from most of the folding and fat tire sellers it sits beside.
Puckipuppy
Puckipuppy suits US and Canadian riders who want several body styles from one seller, from $699.99 at the entry model to $2,299.99 at the top. The trade-off is the 2 years frame warranty, so buyers who weight long structural cover should prefer a dealer brand.
Score breakdown
| Area | kemoway | Puckipuppy |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.7Entry price of €1,499 and top price of €2,799 sit above the €876.09 entry median on the site. | 9.4HigherEntry at $699.99 and top at $2,299.99 sit at 38 of 149 brands on price. |
| Offer | 9.0Range of 170 km, payload of 125 kg and finance available, across city, cargo and folding. | 9.0Range spans commuter, step through and folding with Labrador Pro Ebike, Boxer ST Ebike, Schnauzer Ebike named and ul 2849 listed. |
| Trust | 9.0HigherFounded 2011, sold direct and through partners, certified to en 15194, support on email, phone and help centre. | 8.92 years frame cover, 15 days money back and support on email, phone and help centre. |
How they place
| Ranking | kemoway | Puckipuppy |
|---|---|---|
| Electric bikes | 33 of 185 | 22 of 185 |
| Commuter and city e-bikes | 30 of 143 | 19 of 143 |
| Folding e-bikes | 27 of 90 | 19 of 90 |
| Electric mountain bikes | 12 of 73 | 8 of 73 |
The numbers side by side
| Fact | kemoway | Puckipuppy |
|---|---|---|
| Frame warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Money-back period | 30 days | 15 days |
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Pick kemoway if money-back period matter most.
Pick Puckipuppy if cost matter most.
Availability and regulation
| Country | kemoway | Puckipuppy |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Germany | Not confirmed |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | kemoway | Puckipuppy |
|---|---|---|
| Bike types | City, Cargo, Folding, Emtb | Commuter, Step through, Folding, Fat tire, Emtb |
| Motor brand | Own | Not confirmed |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc | Not confirmed |
| Certifications | En 15194 | Ul 2849 |
| Legal entity | Danster GmbH | Not confirmed |
| Headquarters | Germany | Not confirmed |
| Founded | 2011 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centre | Email, Phone, Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | kemoway | Puckipuppy | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominal motor power (W) | 250below the median | Not confirmed | 425 |
| Largest battery (Wh) | 720below the median | Not confirmed | 800.8 |
| Claimed range (km) | 170highest quarter | Not confirmed | 138.5 |
| Lightest model (kg) | 26.5above the median | Not confirmed | 25.7 |
| Maximum payload (kg) | 125lowest quarter | Not confirmed | 158.76 |
| Frame warranty | 2 yearsat the median | 2 yearsat the median | 2 years |
Median across 144 listed brands.
Pros and cons
kemoway
Pros
- Mid motor with own-brand drive, a minority setup at 22.6% on this category, with nominal power of 250 W.
- Covers city, cargo and folding under one roof, so a city bike and a cargo bike can come from the same seller.
- Claimed range of 170 km and a removable battery, so charging indoors is straightforward.
Cons
- Belt drive is listed as no, so riders who want a belt drivetrain should look at other sellers.
- Entry price of €1,499 is above the €919.93 entry price for this category.
- Weight starts at 26.5 kg, which matters for anyone carrying a folding bike on a train.
Puckipuppy
Pros
- One maker covers commuter, step through and folding, so a step-through commuter, a fat-tire and a folding bike can share the same seller and the same support.
- Prices start at $699.99 and stop at $2,299.99, so the span holds both a budget commuter and a higher spec machine.
- Support runs on email, phone and help centre, with phone and email listed alongside the help centre.
Cons
- Frame cover is 2 years, so a rider who buys to keep the bike for a long time is buying on a shorter structural promise.
- The money back window is 15 days, which gives a new owner little time to judge fit and range before returning.
- Sales run in US and CA, so a UK or European rider should start with Kalkhoff or Tern instead, where local supply is more likely.
Who each suits
kemoway
Who it suits
- City riders who want a mid motor rather than the hub motors most sellers at this entry level fit
- Anyone moving shopping, children or gear, with payload of 125 kg on the cargo model
- Commuters in Germany, FR and IT who buy direct and want a 30 day return window
Who should look elsewhere
- Riders wanting a belt drivetrain, since belt drive is listed as no
- Buyers shopping on the lowest entry price, where Kalkhoff or HK BEIRUI TRADE CO. sit lower
- Anyone needing an in-house service workshop, since Kemoway works through partners
Puckipuppy
Who it suits
- US and Canadian riders buying direct, with US and CA as the covered area.
- People who want commuter, step through and folding from one seller rather than mixing shapes across brands.
- Price-first buyers who can live with the 2 years frame warranty and the 15 days return window.
Who should look elsewhere
- Cargo and long-load riders: Tern sells cargo, commuter and folding, and Puckipuppy's commuter, step through and folding leaves that shape out.
- Riders after a city or hybrid shop bike: Kalkhoff's city, hybrid and step through is aimed there.
- Buyers who weight a long frame warranty heavily, given the 2 years cover here.
Country by country
| Country | kemoway | Puckipuppy |
|---|---|---|
| France | Yes | No |
| Germany | Yes | No |
| Italy | Yes | No |
| Netherlands | Yes | No |
Questions about each
kemoway
What do Kemoway e-bikes cost?+
The range runs from €1,499 to €2,799 across the models K5, K5R, P7, Z3. That entry figure is above the €919.93 median entry price for e-bikes on the comparison, so this is a mid-priced list rather than a budget one. Finance is available, so the purchase can be spread over time.
Which motor does a Kemoway use?+
The drive uses a mid motor with 250 W of nominal power, and the motor is the brand's own rather than a third-party unit. Mid motors are the minority choice here: hub motors account for 77.4% of listings in the category against 22.6% for mid. The assist class is EU 25.
Puckipuppy
How much does a Puckipuppy e-bike cost at the entry point?+
The cheapest listed model sits at $699.99, which is the price at entry rather than an introductory rate that changes later. The dearest model in the range is $2,299.99, so the span between the two figures is wide. Anyone comparing brands should hold the same entry and top figures for Kalkhoff and Tern before deciding.
Where does Puckipuppy sell and deliver?+
Puckipuppy sells into US and CA, so ordering and delivery are set up for those markets rather than a single home market. A rider elsewhere would need to check shipping and road rules for their own country, and a brand such as Kalkhoff or Tern may simply be easier to source locally.