Best electric bikes for city commuting

Top pick: Aventon Level 3 — built as a commuter: rack and fenders, stable 27.5in tires, confident brakes and a large owner base, so parts and service are easy. The best all-rounder for daily city miles.

• Aventon Soltera 2.5 — lighter and quicker to steer; short trips and light loads.
• Velotric Discover 2 — step-through and upright; easy mounting and comfort.
• Velotric T1 ST Plus — light and nimble; mixed bike-and-train commutes.
• Velotric Tempo — the lightest here; stairs and hallway storage.
• Velotric Fold 1 Plus — folds; trains and small apartments.
• Gocycle G4i — premium and compact; clean indoor storage.
• Aipas A2 Elite — the simplest budget ride.

Fat-tire and high-power moped-style models are heavy and overkill for city streets.