Side-by-side comparison based on expert reviews and community consensus.
Lectric Trike 2
Best BudgetTerraTrike + BBS02 Mid-Drive Conversion
Best DIY / Best ValuePrice
$1,500
$800-$1,200
Summary
At $1,500, the Lectric Trike 2 is the go-to entry point for e-trikes, offering solid value for riders who don't want to spend Velotric money. A practical first trike for most buyers.
Buy a used TerraTrike Rover and add a Bafang BBS02 mid-drive kit for under $1,000 total — the community's favorite DIY approach for serious performance on a budget. Highly recommended by experienced e-bike builders.
Pros
- Accessible $1,500 price point — most affordable quality e-trike option
- Lectric brand has strong reputation for customer support and parts availability
- Good entry-level option for seniors or new e-trike riders
- Widely available and easy to purchase
- Total cost under $1,000 including used trike and motor kit
- BBS02 mid-drive delivers superior hill-climbing torque vs hub motors
- TerraTrike is a reputable, established trike brand with good parts support
- Fully customizable — choose battery size, motor power, and components
Cons
- Noticeably inferior to the Velotric Triker in performance and features
- Less powerful motor compared to higher-end options
- Community consensus is it's a compromise, not a best-in-class pick
- Requires mechanical confidence to install and maintain
- No warranty or customer support like a pre-built e-trike
- Sourcing a good used TerraTrike takes time and luck
- Conversion vooids any remaining trike warranty
Our take
If $2,500 feels steep, the Lectric Trike 2 at $1,500 is the community's budget pick — not as refined, but it gets the job done and Lectric's support reputation is solid.
This is the enthusiast's move: a proven recumbent trike platform plus a proper mid-drive motor for less than any pre-built e-trike. If you're handy at all, this combo beats everything at the price.
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