Mokwheel Basalt vs Meet the NEW Velotric Discover 2: Which Is Better?

Our verdict

The Mokwheel Basalt and the Meet the NEW Velotric Discover 2 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.

Side by side

AttributeMokwheel BasaltMeet the NEW Velotric Discover 2
Our rating9/109/10
Price$1,799$1,899
Best forYou'd be hard pressed to convince me to spend more on the RadRover 6+ over this eBike.A genuine step up with premium performance and comfort—the right choice for city commuters and casual trail riders.
Standouts
  • Smooth, refined ride with torque-sensor pedal assist
  • Hydraulic disc brakes stop on a dime even in mud
  • Powerful 90 nM torque handles hills with ease
  • Integrated power inverter charges devices while camping
  • Huge 60-80 mile range on single charge
  • Powerful 750W motor with 28 mph top speed
  • Up to 75-mile battery range
  • Torque sensor for smooth pedaling assistance
  • Front suspension and ergonomic design
  • Integrated lighting and puncture-proof tires
Watch-outs
  • Heavy at 79 pounds—not for lightweight bike seekers
  • Thumb throttle design feels awkward
  • Limited accessories available directly from Mokwheel
  • Power inverter ($399 extra) only useful if you camp
  • Higher price point compared to competitors
  • Relatively heavy, difficult to carry or lift onto bike racks
  • Limited off-road capability for intense mountain biking
  • May include unnecessary features for some riders

Which one is right for you?

Choose the Mokwheel Basalt if…

You'd be hard pressed to convince me to spend more on the RadRover 6+ over this eBike.

  • Smooth, refined ride with torque-sensor pedal assist
  • Hydraulic disc brakes stop on a dime even in mud
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Choose the Meet the NEW Velotric Discover 2 if…

A genuine step up with premium performance and comfort—the right choice for city commuters and casual trail riders.

  • Powerful 750W motor with 28 mph top speed
  • Up to 75-mile battery range
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Why we rate them this way

Mokwheel Basalt — 9/10

You'd be hard pressed to convince me to spend more on the RadRover 6+ over this eBike.

What we liked: Smooth, refined ride with torque-sensor pedal assist, Hydraulic disc brakes stop on a dime even in mud, Powerful 90 nM torque handles hills with ease, Integrated power inverter charges devices while camping, Huge 60-80 mile range on single charge.

Worth knowing: Heavy at 79 pounds—not for lightweight bike seekers, Thumb throttle design feels awkward, Limited accessories available directly from Mokwheel, Power inverter ($399 extra) only useful if you camp.

Meet the NEW Velotric Discover 2 — 9/10

A genuine step up with premium performance and comfort—the right choice for city commuters and casual trail riders.

What we liked: Powerful 750W motor with 28 mph top speed, Up to 75-mile battery range, Torque sensor for smooth pedaling assistance, Front suspension and ergonomic design, Integrated lighting and puncture-proof tires.

Worth knowing: Higher price point compared to competitors, Relatively heavy, difficult to carry or lift onto bike racks, Limited off-road capability for intense mountain biking, May include unnecessary features for some riders.

On price, the Mokwheel Basalt is the cheaper pick at $1,799, versus $1,899 — a difference of about $100.

Common questions

Is the Mokwheel Basalt or the Meet the NEW Velotric Discover 2 better?

We rated both 9/10 — it's a genuine toss-up. Mokwheel Basalt: You'd be hard pressed to convince me to spend more on the RadRover 6+ over this eBike. Meet the NEW Velotric Discover 2: A genuine step up with premium performance and comfort—the right choice for city commuters and casual trail riders.

Which is cheaper, the Mokwheel Basalt or the Meet the NEW Velotric Discover 2?

The Mokwheel Basalt is the cheaper of the two at $1,799, versus $1,899.

What's the difference between the Mokwheel Basalt and the Meet the NEW Velotric Discover 2?

Short version — Mokwheel Basalt: You'd be hard pressed to convince me to spend more on the RadRover 6+ over this eBike. Meet the NEW Velotric Discover 2: A genuine step up with premium performance and comfort—the right choice for city commuters and casual trail riders.

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