ADO Air Carbon vs Engwe Zip
Torque, battery, weight, pricing and features — side by side.
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Ultralight 15.9kg carbon folder with Bafang single-speed motor, GPS anti-theft and hydraulic brakes
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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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Ultra-portable triple-fold at 19.4kg with a 100W power-bank battery, Shimano 7-speed and IPX7 waterproofing
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£999
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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 Carbon if…
…it carries a bigger battery (+10 Wh) and is lighter (3.5 kg lighter).
Choose the Engwe Zip if…
…it costs less (£800 cheaper) and has more torque (+5 Nm).
Based only on the measured differences below — manufacturer-published figures, not independently tested.
At a glance
ADO Air Carbon
Ultralight 15.9kg carbon folder with Bafang single-speed motor, GPS anti-theft and hydraulic brakes
Engwe Zip
The portability champion. At just 19.4 kg it triple-folds small enough to carry onto a train or into the office, and the battery lifts out in a bag to charge at your desk. Same torque-sensor assist as the bigger bikes — you put the effort in, it amplifies it — with enough real-world range for several commutes between charges. Pick it when getting the bike through doors and onto public transport matters most.
| Spec | ADO Air Carbon | Engwe Zip |
|---|---|---|
| Best UK price | £1,799 | £999 £800 cheaper |
| RRP | £1,799 | £999 |
| Delivery | Delivery: Free (UK) | Delivery: Free (UK) |
| Availability at last check | In stock at last check — 28 Sep 2026 | In stock at last check — 28 Sep 2026 |
| Motor brand & type | Bafang Hub | Engwe Hub |
| Motor torque | 35 Nm | 40 Nm +5 Nm |
| Battery capacity | 370 Wh +10 Wh | 360 Wh |
| Voltage · amp-hours | 37 V · 10 Ah | 36 V · 10 Ah |
| Total weight | 15.9 kg 3.5 kg lighter | 19.4 kg |
| Frame type | Compact | Compact |
| Release | 7 June 2024 — 2 years, 3 months on market | 15 April 2026 — 5 months on market |
| Frame | Carbon fibre, folding | — |
| Motor | Bafang single-speed hub | — |
| Torque | 35 N·m, torque sensor | — |
| Battery | 37V 10Ah 370Wh | — |
| Charge time | 4–6 hours | — |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc | Hydraulic disc |
| Display | 2.4" IPS colour | — |
| Tyre size | — | 16" x 1.95" urban hybrid |
| Gears | — | Shimano 7-speed |
| Frame material | — | Steel |
| Rider height | — | 155–190 cm (5ft 0 – 6ft 2) |
| Max load | — | 120 kg |
| Waterproof | — | IPX7 wiring, IPX6 display, IPX5 motor |
| Pedal assist | — | 3 levels (torque sensor) |
| Top speed | — | 25 km/h (15.5 mph) claimed assist cut-off |
| Range | — | Up to 120 km |
| Colours | — | Grey, Olive Green |
| Folded size | — | 619 × 739 × 350 mm |
| Unfolded size | — | 1,287 × 960 mm (L × H) |
| Power bank | — | 100W PD3.0 Type-C — charges phones and laptops |
| Accessories | — | Battery carry bag included free |
| Anti-theft tech | Yes | No |
| GPS tracking | Yes | No |
| Mobile app | No | Yes |
| Auto lights | No | Yes |
| Rear rack | Yes | No |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has more torque, ADO Air Carbon or Engwe Zip?
The Engwe Zip has more torque at 40 Nm, compared to 35 Nm on the ADO Air Carbon.
Which has the bigger battery, ADO Air Carbon or Engwe Zip?
The ADO Air Carbon has a larger battery at 370 Wh, versus 360 Wh on the Engwe Zip.
Which is lighter, ADO Air Carbon or Engwe Zip?
The ADO Air Carbon is lighter at 15.9 kg, compared to 19.4 kg on the Engwe Zip.
Which is cheaper, ADO Air Carbon or Engwe Zip?
The Engwe Zip is cheaper at £999, compared to £1,799 for the ADO Air Carbon.
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