HovRanger Step-Thru Commuter Ebike vs KBO Breeze Step-Thru Commuter Ebike

The purchase of a cruiser leisure electric bike is an important step on a cyclist's journey, particularly if it is the first time. Since cycling is so beneficial to your health, the last thing you want is to lose confidence in the specific make and model of your bike. A clear, fair, and thorough e-bike comparison is the most effective way to determine which e-bike brand is best suited to your needs. The last thing you want to do when buying a new electric bike is make a regrettable and avoidable e-bike purchasing decision.

When conducting the comparison of these ebikes, the first thing is going to be a “Stats” or summary section, comparing these two ebikes side-by-side based on their stated performance; what you may find presented to you in a store when you’re the customer trying to make their choice. The following three sections will cover all the aspects of each ebike in more detail. Firstly, we’ll look at the “Winning Specs”.

WINNING SPECS

Model	HovRanger Step-Thru	KBO Breeze Step-Thru
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Motor	500W	500W
Battery	48V 15Ah Samsung/LG	48V 16Ah
Charger	48V 3A	48V 3A
Brake	Hydraulic Disc	Mechanical Disc Brake
Sensor	Torque Sensor	Cadence Sensor
Colors	2 Rose gold, bronze	2  Grey, Orange
Gears	7	7
Top Speed	28MPH	20 MPH
Tire	27.5 x 2.35”	27.5 x 2.4”
Battery Light	Yes, with full LED strip Light	No

With 750W of power and higher than 20 mph speeds, the HovRanger Step-Through has the power and speed to make riders feel safe on the road. It is not only a comfortable urban cruiser, but also a powerful e-bike to conquer the steep slopes of the hilly town.

STATS 

How do these two ebikes compare when you look them straight up and down? Viewing their stats side-by-side. 

Model	HovRanger Step-Thru	KBO Breeze Step-Thru
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Motor	500W	500W
Battery	48V 15Ah	48V 16Ah
Pedal Assist	5 Levels	5 Levels
Throttle	Yes	Yes
Top Speed	Adjustable to 28MPH	20MPH
Range	60 miles per charge	35 - 60 miles per charge
Size	1 Available	1 Available
Step-Through Model	Yes	Yes
Weight	55.4 lbs	77 lbs
Gear	7	7
Lights	Headlight & Rear Light	Headlight & Rear Light
Display	LCD Backlit	LCD
Price	$1,699	$1,499

Without debate, the HovRanger Step-Through has the stronger motor with 750W than KBO Breeze Step-Through's. Although KBO Breeze Step-Through has a little larger battery 16Ah, the result is that HovRanger Step-Through has the longer range, maxing out at around 60 miles per charge. These batteries are also removable, making for easy charging indoors without needing to move the entire bike.

ELECTRICAL

We started by further exploring the e-element of the two ebikes we were comparing. Looking not only at the components of the electrical systems but, in some instances, how the system has been thought out too.

Model	HovRanger Step-Thru	KBO Breeze Step-Thru	Comments
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Battery	48V,15Ah	48V,16Ah	Compared to KBO Breeze Step-Through, HovRanger Step-Through has a little less power available with battery. But based on a larger motor with 750W, HovRanger Step-Through ebike enable you to trave further on each charge up to 60 miles range.
Motor	500W 48V Brushless Rear Hub Motor	500W 48V	HovRanger Step-Through has a larger motor, which gives it a better performance and longer lifespan. It is frustrating for riders, especially on longer distances, when the electricity runs out. With the HovRanger Step-Through 750W power, you can take out on the trail and spend more time where you want to be.
Pedal Assist	5 Levels of PA	5 Levels of PA	Our pedal assists are equal. Equally power assist, and positioned in the same place on the ebike.
Charger	48V 3 Amp	48V 3 Amp	Both are equipped with the same charger. The higher charger means more time being where you want to be; out on the trail!
LCD Screen	LCD	LCD	The battery charge level, speedometer, odometer, trip odometer, and your pedal assist level can be easily read on the screen.
Battery Lights	Yes	No	All Hovsco ebikes have a full LED strip light on one side of battery. You will never have to worry about mobile phone or other electronic products powered off. Even while camping outside at night, the attached battery light will give much convenience.
Sensor	Torque Sensor	Cadence Sensor	With a torque sensor, you are always helping. Compared to traditional cadence sensor, an ebike with torque sensor is more smart, less strength you need to take.

MECHANICAL

After looking at the e-part of these ebikes, we naturally moved onto the bike part of these ebikes during our HovRanger Step-Through vs KBO Breeze Step-Through Ebike comparison.

Model	HovRanger Step-Thru	KBO Breeze Step-Thru	Comments
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Brakes	Hydraulic Disc	Mechanical Disc Brakes	HovRanger Step-Through has a hydraulic brake which delivers more power and smoother operation. Since hydraulic brakes are safer, they make sense when you're riding a machine that can reach 20mph from a standing start.
Gearing	7	7	Both are equipped with same 7-speed gearing.
Suspension Fork	Zoom Spring Coil Fork 80mm	Coil Fork 80mm	Both ebikes have a healthy 80mm of travel for absorbing bumps when setting out on an adventure!

PHYSICAL

After analyzing a product the last thing you’ll always do is sit back and give it a look over to see if you actually like it. 

Model	HovRanger Step-Thru	KBO Breeze Step-Thru	Comments
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Frame	Step-Through	Step-Through	Step-Through ebikes have a lower frame than regular bikes, which is enjoyable and fun to ride on your daily commute.
Colors	2 Rose gold, bronze	2 Green, Red	Sometimes customer buy an ebike because of its beautiful colors, so more color options will definitely accommodate rider's different color preferences!
Weight	73lbs	68lbs	The weight of an ebike is an important factor to consider.
Carry Capacity	300lbs (incl. rider)	300lbs	They have the same weight for total payload capacity, and riders can pack their bags without thinking about weight much.
Integrated Battery	Yes	Yes	Both bikes integrate the battery into the frame in a stylishly sleek way.
Tires	27.5 x 2.35” Tires	27.5 x 2.4” Tires	The tires on the HovRanger Step-Through are 2.35 inches narrow while the KBO Breeze ST are 2.4 inches.  An advantage to a slightly more narrow tire is improved efficiency but an advantage to a wider tire is greater balance and improved ability to get through sandy or looser soil conditions.

It is through the analytical, physical lens where you can really see how these ebikes are set apart from each other. The level of attention to detail which has gone into both products is impressive, however the HovRanger Step-Through still has the upper-hand with all the little things adding up to make an ebike that has been thought though extensively, meaning that it’s just that much better to ride and, if we do say so ourselves, that much better to look at!

ALL IN ALL 

Finally, we hope this e-bike comparison helped you decide among the best e-bike brands. In many categories, the HovRanger Step-Through Cruiser Ebike surpasses the KBO Breeze Step-Through as shown by the data and specifications. Even though the KBO Breeze Step-Through is lighter and the battery is a little larger, the HovRanger Step-Through Cruiser Ebike places first in categories like battery power, range, warranty length, and payload capacity. Keep this comparison in mind the next time you are in the market for a new electric bike and choose the one that is most suitable for you.