ADO Air 28 Ultra vs Engwe E26
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The upgraded 3-speed Air 28
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£1,799
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Our own ADO code: £50 off at the official ADO UK store, and it credits this site as the referrer. Our Buy buttons apply it for you — you should see it come off in the basket before you pay. Verified at checkout, 8 September 2026 (£1,599.00 to £1,549.00). Applied automatically when you use our Buy button. Only needed if you go direct:
Our own ADO code: £50 off at the official ADO UK store, and it credits this site as the referrer. Our Buy buttons apply it for you — you should see it come off in the basket before you pay. Verified at checkout, 8 September 2026 (£1,599.00 to £1,549.00).BESTEBIKESUK
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Retro, all-terrain fat tyre bike
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£1,299
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Our own code: 10% off at the official Engwe UK store, and it credits this site as the referrer. Our Buy buttons apply it for you. Verified at checkout, 31 August 2026. Applied automatically when you use our Buy button. Only needed if you go direct:
Our own code: 10% off at the official Engwe UK store, and it credits this site as the referrer. Our Buy buttons apply it for you. Verified at checkout, 31 August 2026.BESTEBIKESUK
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Which should you choose?
Choose the ADO Air 28 Ultra if…
…it is lighter (15 kg lighter).
Choose the Engwe E26 if…
…it costs less (£500 cheaper), has more torque (+30 Nm) and carries a bigger battery (+408 Wh).
Based only on the measured differences below — manufacturer-published figures, not independently tested.
At a glance
ADO Air 28 Ultra
The Ultra is the upgraded Air 28: a Bafang H730 three-speed automatic motor (vs the Pro's H700 two-speed), giving roughly 24% more torque in low-speed mode. Battery, range, frame, brakes and weight are otherwise identical to the Air 28 Pro.
Engwe E26
Retro, all-terrain fat tyre bike
| Spec | ADO Air 28 Ultra | Engwe E26 |
|---|---|---|
| Best UK price | £1,799 | £1,299 £500 cheaper |
| RRP | £1,799 | £1,299 |
| Delivery | Delivery: Free (UK) | Delivery: Free (UK) |
| Availability at last check | Out of stock at last check — 28 Sep 2026 | In stock at last check — 28 Sep 2026 |
| Motor brand & type | Bafang Hub | Bafang Hub |
| Motor torque | 40 Nm | 70 Nm +30 Nm |
| Battery capacity | 360 Wh | 768 Wh +408 Wh |
| Voltage · amp-hours | 36 V · 10 Ah | 48 V · 16 Ah |
| Total weight | 18.5 kg 15 kg lighter | 33.5 kg |
| Frame type | Step Through | Step Through |
| Release | February 2026 — 7 months on market | 9 September 2023 — 3 years on market |
| Tyre size | 28 x 1.8 (700c) | 26 x 4.0 fat tyre |
| Gears | Bafang H730 3-speed automatic | Shimano 7-speed |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc | Hydraulic disc 180mm |
| Frame material | 6061 Aluminium alloy | 6061 Aluminium alloy |
| Rider height | 160–210 cm | 170–200 cm |
| Max load | 120 kg | 150 kg |
| Top speed | 25 km/h | 25 km/h |
| Range | Up to 100 km | Up to 140 km |
| Colours | Grey, Latte | Galaxy Grey, Gem Blue, Bumblebee Yellow |
| Motor | Bafang H730 (3-speed) | — |
| Mobile app | Yes | No |
| Dual suspension | No | Yes |
| Rear suspension | No | Yes |
| Auto lights | Yes | No |
| Indicators | Yes | No |
| Rear rack | Yes | No |
| Fat tyres | No | Yes |
| Higher-speed modes for permitted use | Yes | No |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has more torque, ADO Air 28 Ultra or Engwe E26?
The Engwe E26 has more torque at 70 Nm, compared to 40 Nm on the ADO Air 28 Ultra.
Which has the bigger battery, ADO Air 28 Ultra or Engwe E26?
The Engwe E26 has a larger battery at 768 Wh, versus 360 Wh on the ADO Air 28 Ultra.
Which is lighter, ADO Air 28 Ultra or Engwe E26?
The ADO Air 28 Ultra is lighter at 18.5 kg, compared to 33.5 kg on the Engwe E26.
Which is cheaper, ADO Air 28 Ultra or Engwe E26?
The Engwe E26 is cheaper at £1,299, compared to £1,799 for the ADO Air 28 Ultra.
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