Our verdict
The Rad Power Bikes and the Viribus Trike are too close to call — we rated both 7.5/10. There's no clear winner here, so it comes down to what you want it for. We break that down below.
Rad Power Bikes
$1,199 - $1,999
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Viribus Trike
$779 on sale now!
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| Attribute | Rad Power Bikes | Viribus Trike |
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| Our rating | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 |
| Price | $1,199 - $1,999 | $779 on sale now! |
| Best for | Go-to eBike for first-timers: genuine value and strong support, but real gaps in reliability and customer service. | A fun, budget-friendly e-trike for casual neighborhood errands; throttle mode is great, but assembly is rough and range is limited. |
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Which one is right for you?
Choose the Rad Power Bikes if…
Go-to eBike for first-timers: genuine value and strong support, but real gaps in reliability and customer service.
- Direct-to-consumer pricing undercuts premium brands ($7k+)
- US-based phone support you can actually reach
Choose the Viribus Trike if…
A fun, budget-friendly e-trike for casual neighborhood errands; throttle mode is great, but assembly is rough and range is limited.
- Affordable price ($849 for Plus model)
- Fun, unique riding experience
Why we rate them this way
Rad Power Bikes — 7.5/10
Go-to eBike for first-timers: genuine value and strong support, but real gaps in reliability and customer service.
What we liked: Direct-to-consumer pricing undercuts premium brands ($7k+), US-based phone support you can actually reach, 45-mile range per charge, Super-easy assembly and fat tires handle terrain, Strong after-purchase/mobile service support.
Worth knowing: Battery warranty too short (1 year) for bike's battery-reliant function, Motor controller reliability issues (failure reports even during warranty), Customer service communication poor—long wait times and slow resolutions, Replacement parts frequently out of stock.
Viribus Trike — 7.5/10
A fun, budget-friendly e-trike for casual neighborhood errands; throttle mode is great, but assembly is rough and range is limited.
What we liked: Affordable price ($849 for Plus model), Fun, unique riding experience, Throttle-only mode works great for casual rides, Practical basket for errands, Easy to use with one-speed system.
Worth knowing: Rough assembly process (parts arrived bent, required professional mechanic), Limited range, not suitable for longer trips, Modest 350W motor struggles on steep hills, Built only for casual short trips, not intensive use.
On price, the Viribus Trike is the cheaper pick at $779 on sale now!, versus $1,199 - $1,999 — a difference of about $11,991,220.
Common questions
Is the Rad Power Bikes or the Viribus Trike better?
We rated both 7.5/10 — it's a genuine toss-up. Rad Power Bikes: Go-to eBike for first-timers: genuine value and strong support, but real gaps in reliability and customer service. Viribus Trike: A fun, budget-friendly e-trike for casual neighborhood errands; throttle mode is great, but assembly is rough and range is limited.
Which is cheaper, the Rad Power Bikes or the Viribus Trike?
The Viribus Trike is the cheaper of the two at $779 on sale now!, versus $1,199 - $1,999.
What's the difference between the Rad Power Bikes and the Viribus Trike?
Short version — Rad Power Bikes: Go-to eBike for first-timers: genuine value and strong support, but real gaps in reliability and customer service. Viribus Trike: A fun, budget-friendly e-trike for casual neighborhood errands; throttle mode is great, but assembly is rough and range is limited.