Our verdict
The Aventon eBike and the Puckipuppy Boxer ST E-Bike are too close to call — we rated both 9/10. There's no clear winner here, so it comes down to what you want it for. We break that down below.
Aventon eBike
Puckipuppy Boxer ST E-Bike
Side by side
| Attribute | Aventon eBike | Puckipuppy Boxer ST E-Bike |
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| Our rating | 9/10 | 9/10 |
| Best for | One of the top 2 eBike brands tested; solid value at $1,000–$3,000—buy with confidence. | At $1,399, it's the best value step-through we've tested—beating pricier rivals on comfort and design. |
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Which one is right for you?
Choose the Aventon eBike if…
One of the top 2 eBike brands tested; solid value at $1,000–$3,000—buy with confidence.
- Punches above its price ($1,000–$3,000)
- 750W motor with 45-mile range (Aventure)
Choose the Puckipuppy Boxer ST E-Bike if…
At $1,399, it's the best value step-through we've tested—beating pricier rivals on comfort and design.
- Dual suspension and hydraulic disc brakes (rare at this price)
- Integrated battery design keeps aesthetic clean
Why we rate them this way
Aventon eBike — 9/10
One of the top 2 eBike brands tested; solid value at $1,000–$3,000—buy with confidence.
What we liked: Punches above its price ($1,000–$3,000), 750W motor with 45-mile range (Aventure), 28 mph top speed (Pace 500), Foldable frame for urban storage (Sinch), Fat tires and adjustable suspension for off-road (Aventure).
Puckipuppy Boxer ST E-Bike — 9/10
At $1,399, it's the best value step-through we've tested—beating pricier rivals on comfort and design.
What we liked: Dual suspension and hydraulic disc brakes (rare at this price), Integrated battery design keeps aesthetic clean, Hit 32 mph in testing (exceeds 28 mph Class 3 limit), Removable battery enables flexible charging, Comfortable step-through frame with responsive performance.
Common questions
Is the Aventon eBike or the Puckipuppy Boxer ST E-Bike better?
We rated both 9/10 — it's a genuine toss-up. Aventon eBike: One of the top 2 eBike brands tested; solid value at $1,000–$3,000—buy with confidence. Puckipuppy Boxer ST E-Bike: At $1,399, it's the best value step-through we've tested—beating pricier rivals on comfort and design.
What's the difference between the Aventon eBike and the Puckipuppy Boxer ST E-Bike?
Short version — Aventon eBike: One of the top 2 eBike brands tested; solid value at $1,000–$3,000—buy with confidence. Puckipuppy Boxer ST E-Bike: At $1,399, it's the best value step-through we've tested—beating pricier rivals on comfort and design.