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The best cheap electric bikes give you a boost of power without breaking the bank. The best electric bikes<\/a> can be pricey, but there are budget electric bike options out there and we\u2019ve ridden and rated a fair few here at BikeRadar.<\/p>\n \u00a32,000 is still a serious outlay for most of us, but it\u2019s the point at which electric bikes become really good, with reliable components and few compromises in design.<\/p>\n However, it is still, of course, possible to get an ebike for less than \u00a32,000 and enjoy the many benefits of riding an electric bike<\/a>. We\u2019ve included the best budget electric bikes we\u2019ve reviewed within this in-depth buyer\u2019s guide.<\/p>\n Most cheap ebikes tend to be geared towards urban riders, so electric hybrid bikes<\/a> are the norm here, with electric gravel bikes<\/a> increasing in popularity too. That means there are some great options available if you want a bit of a boost on your cycle to work<\/a>.<\/p>\n Folding electric bikes<\/a> and some cargo bikes are also available in the sub-\u00a32,000 category. Electric mountain bikes<\/a> around this price point are rare, and are unlikely to be up to the rigours of hardcore trail riding.<\/p>\n Here is our pick of the best budget electric bikes we\u2019ve reviewed, while you can scroll down for a buyer\u2019s guide covering what to look for in a cheap electric bike.<\/p>\n