Strong engine, large battery and child seat – is the purchase worth it?

Aldi offers an e-bike for families in the clearance sale that has a bench for children. (Image source: Aldi / Prophete / Gamestar Tech)

Aldi closes its online shop in September and will start a large clearance sale in a few days. Among other things, the “Prophete Urbanicer 4.0” is part of the sales-however, the offer for the e-bike already applies.

The pedelec is an electric cargo wheel that is primarily aimed at families. It has a bench for children. It is an alternative to the car or wheels with a separate trailer.

The recommended retail price is just under 3,700 euros, but currently only 3,000 euros are due. For a transport bike, this is not a bad price with a view to the powerful engine and large battery. In the case of the competition, you currently pay between 3,000 and 3,200 euros.

Specifications

Preis: 3.000 Euro
Frame height: 36 centimeters
Motor: AEG SportDrive II mid -engine, 100 Newton meters of torque
Maximum range: Up to 170 kilometers
Battery: 720 Wattstunden
Brakes: Hydraulic disc brakes from Shimano
Circuit: Shimano Cues 9-speed chain circuit
Suspension fork: Suntour NEX-E25, adjustable
Tire size: 24 inches at the front, 20 inches at the back
Frame: Aluminium
Weight: 28 kilograms
Resilience: At Aldi there is no information on this, other online retailers speak of a maximum of 200 kilograms, which corresponds to a payload of almost 170 kilograms.
Miscellaneous: Foldable bench, free boards, 90 LUC LED headlights, rear light with brake light function

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equipment

For a price of almost 3,000 euros, the Prophete Urbanicer 4.0 is in the upper area of the discounter e-bikes. However, such transport bikes are often more expensive than regular city or trekking wheels. You can quickly cost more than 5,000 euros.

Nevertheless, you can expect a decent equipment at this price, especially with regard to the transport of children, the components should have a reasonable quality.

The Prophete e-bike is solidly positioned here:

Motor

• The e-bike has one Middle engine from AEGThe one Maximum support of 100 Newton meters offers.
• This gives you a very powerful drive, which also accomplished climbs even when loaded.
• The Torque sensor ensures a natural driving experience because the support is adapted to your stepping force.

Battery and range

• The battery has one Capacity of 720 watt hours. It is fully integrated into the lower tube of the frame, but can be removed for charging or theft protection.
• According to the manufacturer, the maximum range is included Up to 170 kilometers. However, it is very important for the route, driving style, loading and support level.
• Above all, because this is a transport bike, in my view are between 60 and 100 kilometers More realistic – as I said, it depends on various parameters.

Circuit and brakes

• The Prophete Pedelec offers Hydraulic disc brakes from Shimanowhat is absolutely necessary for a cargo bike in this weight class. The braking force should be sufficient to get to a standstill quickly.
• The circuit is one Shimano Cues 9-speed chain circuitthat is switched on the handlebar using the switch lever.
• The chain circuit offers more flexibility than hub gear, especially with heavy loads.

Special features for families

• The The rear luggage carrier can be folded out into a bench And offers treads for children.
• A Double stand Make a safe grip when loading and unloading.
• Die 90 Lux LED lighting and that Tear light with brake light function ensure more safety in road traffic.
• The equipment is StVZO compliant, so the e-bike is considered to be safe.

Price-performance ratio and alternatives

The Prophete Urbanicer 4.0 offers a fair overall package for just under 3,000 euros. The combination of a very strong mid -engine, large battery and high payload is a plus point.

If you are looking for alternatives, the following models could be interesting:

• The BTWIN R500E Longtail is available for 2,699 euros at Decathlon. It offers a slightly weaker 58-new meter rear-wheel motor and a smaller 672-watt hour battery. In addition, it weighs significantly more at 41 kilograms. It is 300 euros cheaper.
• For only 1,400 euros there is T2 t2 long. The bike has a weaker 55-new meter rear-wheel motor, but scores with a very large 998 watt hour battery. It is also quite difficult at 40 kilograms.

Target group and recommendation

The Prophete Urbanicer 4.0 is particularly suitable for young familieswho are looking for an alternative to the car or bicycle trailer. Compared to traditional edges with the classic “box” in the front area, the compact cargo bike also runs like a normal e-bike.

The deep entry and the foldable bench make it easy to transport children. The engine and battery are strong and large enough to cover the daily route to daycare and the like with a full load, without having to constantly charge the battery.

If you are looking for a powerful family load wheel, the Prophete Urbanicer 4.0 is a recommended choice. Note, however, that the weight at 28 kilograms is moderate for a cargo bike, but at best it requires a ground -level parking space.