ALDI Electric Bikes
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I've had my "Estate" bike for probably 2 or more years, not ridden it all that much. Brakes are woeful to which others can attest or verify. I've not had any battery issues but today, something went awfully wrong with the pedals and cadence sensor or front sprocket. Probably not the cadence sensor, as I could pedal and that generates the… Read more
electrical power, but there was no actual pedal thrust or torque, so I had to rely entirely on the electrical power to move me along. Have yet to pull it apart to see what broke.
Waste of money – I bought 2 of these bikes, I originally thought it was a good bike so bought a second one. After a year the first bikes battery expanded and will no longer sit in the frame the second bike did the same thing within 6 months. I tried contacting Estate for a battery replacement but they did not respond. So I now have 2 bikes sitting in the garage… Read more
unused taking up space.
Brakes are dodgy, in saying that the newer bike has hydraulic brakes which is a slightly better upgrade. Caution you don't want to be riding fast and need to suddenly stop, chances are you won't!!!
My advice spend the extra and get a better quality bike that you can get assistance instore.
Reviews with attachments
This Aldi folding ebike is great fun – Pros: The assembly was quite easy after watching the tutorial on YouTube. It's a nice toy that came with bells and whistles i.e. bell, headlight, rearlight all connected to the main power.. I already have a more serious ebike but with this second budget ebike, I can discover a lot more places. Easy to disassemble and assemble. Very good value for… Read more · 1
$599
Cons: Aldi's folding ebike is heavy, I need help to load bike into the SUV. Only one gear so it can be dangerous for young or inexperienced riders when the power kicks in.
Unreliable Aldi Electric bike – The Battery to bike connection has always been unreliable and a bump in road turns it into a PUSH bike. The bike will bluetooth to the phone but it clocks 99kph at any speed so the speedo and odometer was useless. Tempo recommended Suresh at Service King as a repairer in March 2024; a 4 week estimate stretched out and after 6 weeks the speedo was fixed but the power connections were still unreliable 2 months later the speedo failed again. Show details
Bloody good bike – Just purchased the Estate Folding Electric Bike from Aldi September 2022. To start with I wish the instruction book told us there was an instructional assembly you tube on the internet as I only discovered that after we spent ages trying to figure out how to assemble it. It is great fun to ride but only has one speed. Once the pedal assist kicks… Read more · 1
in you are off and sometimes it is too fast. I was trying to keep pace with my 2 year old grandson but crawling is difficult unless you stop and get off the bike to turn off the key to the battery. I have yet to take it more than about 2 ks and will be interested to see how long the battery lasts. I have emailed the sales support re the cost of a second battery but they say they don't have any at present and will get back to me... but as yet no response. I suspect that you can't get one or if you can it would be as expensive as getting a new bike. I do not regret my purchase but in future I think I would rather get one with variable speed. It cost $599
Update- I have now had the bike 2 years and still going strong. Very happy with it.
Disappointed - expected more – Assembled the folding ebike from Aldi this morning, pumped up the tyres and checked tension on all bolts and screws. All good. The test ride was not so good. I was excited to find a throttle and expected that the bike motor could be controlled by the throttle as an alternative to pedal assist, but NO. The throttle is referred to as 'walk assist'… Read more
and doesn't provide sufficient power to propel the bike at all. There is also no way to vary the degree of pedal assist, or turn it off (except for the battery key). It is difficult to maintain low speed.
Love them! – We love our Aldi folding ebikes… we bought two 2 years ago and have had so much fun with them.. we’re both in our 60s so don’t go very fast or very far but they suit us perfectly Show details
In-depth reviews
My First Ebike - I'm Glad I Got It From Aldi. Good, Different! – I only bought it today and it could be 5 stars if there's no problems within a couple of months. Easy to put together just 4 bolts for the handlebar then two for the front tyre. Then a nut to adjust for the seat. Mine didn't need any brake or gear adjustments out of the box but I might want to tweak those a little in a week or so. I got a hand… Read more
pump to put a little air in the tyres and took it around the block to the servo for more air. Might first feeling was that it goes like a rocket. Brakes seem good, gears seem good. It could possibly use an eighth grear as I got up to speed and felt very comfortable, could have pedalled a little more. A little later I took it for another ride, maybe about 6-7km. Again it felt zippy and comfortable to ride. I'm probably about the maximum rated weight for a rider so a lighter person wouldn't have to pedal as much and would likely get better range of of the battery. I can't comment on the range of the battery yet or what it's like going up a steep hill. I hope I can keep up the riding - I'm planning to do 50Km a week on it instead of in the car, that's how I justified the outlay which should be recovered in petrol savings within about 18 months, all going well. So at this point I highly recommend this Ebike. I hope it lasts well.
Good for the price but has its glitches – I brought this from Audi. It has its little problems. There were times when I turn it on, go to pedal & the motor isn't kicking in- I found that the sensor was very particular on its position, if it was only a mm off the magnets... it wouldn't pick up therefore the motor would not move, so I was constantly repositioning the sensor. Another problem… Read more · 1
the battery kept popping out, I also found the hole sockets (where the prongs go into connect it) would slip back further into the battery, I had to open the battery & push the metal sockets back into position but they still move away so the battery isn't connecting properly. Anyway I need to order a new battery, it seems the life has gone out of it now, so can you please give me the battery name model no. & direct me to the site to order another battery. The wheel bearings started to grind they mustv ended falling out I'm not sure but the wheel started wobbling like crazy, eventually the I noticed that the Axel started to slide out of its casing even though the wheel was bolted on solid, I freak out so I changed the wheel. Anyhow I just need the name /model no of battery so I can get a replacement one thankyou
Get precisely what you pay for, – Given that you can't buy an new ebike normally for less than about $900, this product is a bargain, and I judge it accordingly. It's pretty basic, one gear only, meaning that pedalling it without the electronic assistance is a pain and you won't be going desperately fast. Throttle doesn't really work. Horn is, well, not what you'd expect from a… Read more
bicycle. Assistance is fairly smooth. I have concerns about the build quality, some screws seem to come loose, although as I built it myself it's hard to say whether that's necessarily Aldi's fault or not (building it is not straightforward). The rack on the back is a nice addition. Having to remove the seat to take the battery in and out is annoying.
Battery meter is weird. You get three LEDs, two green and one red. If you're going up a hill, one light may go off, only to re-illuminate when you're coming back down. This makes it tricky to judge the fullness of the battery. So far I've been able to ride 30-odd km on flat ground. Advertised range (in the booklet) is 24 km. I haven't folded it much but when carrying it you do feel every one of those 24 kilos .
Presumably you're here at whatever point in the future the Aldi algorithm has set for future sale of this bike. If so, you're getting a bargain, but it does come at a cost. If you've got a long commute or are thinking of going on long rides, give it a miss. If you only need to travel short distances and want a bit of help at an affordable price, go ahead.
Positive reviews
Mens Esatate City Aldi Bike Questions??? – My Estate City bike that i have had for almost a year and 3 months it runs well. But.... my battery charger has broke and short surcuted and i have lost my one key which means i cant lock or take out my battery. This bike is amazing but im looking for parts but dont know where to buy. Please send me a reply if you have any parts in Mel Show details · 3
The future of transport is here… – Carefully unpacked and assembled my first ebike. Read instructions carefully. Everything worked as described. Clear simple to use but, you need to have significant experience before using this ebike with confidence. These fold up ebikes are not for the faint hearted! You need to be very careful riding on the road or on uneven ground. You need to… Read more
get use to the delivery of power. The cranks are short, and this feels quite different to a non ebike. Really like the lights and horn. Impressed with build quality.
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Great value – This bike does the job for the price mark. If you are looking for a really good entry level e-bike this is the one for you. You will need to clean regularly Show details
Negative reviews
Pedal Asssist Sensor broken – HI I have a Electric Bicycle (Unisex) Model Number ESTC27U. The pedal assist sensor broke. Can i purchase a replacement part? Or is there a universal part that will do the job? The bike was great when it was running. Show details
Not Happy Jan – I have acquired a secondhand Aldi men’s ebike about 12 months old and looks in new condition On my first long ride I discovered the motor doesn’t kick in when pedalling and had to ride it as a push bike not pleasant at all What to do other than scrap the as new bike? Show details
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Battery didnt connect toi bike – Bought Aldi electric folding bike - followed all instructions but battery would noty connect to bike. Rang help line and they said it was most likley a loose wire and to take it to an indepenednt repoaier to fix at our own cost. Dissapointed with service. Will be taking back to get a refund Show details
Recent reviews
Great bike for the money – Mine is great. The battery last for 80 ks. I have now had it 3 years and it hasn't skipped a beat. The only thing I found was that it is a little heavy and the tyres are 2 thin for what I ride on. I changed out the tyres for thicker ones. Show details
Absolute Rubbish – Purchased this bike in August 2022 for my husband. He had it 3 days and the front cog shattered while he was riding it. Not only could it have caused him a nasty accident, it was dangerous as bits of cog etc went flying everywhere. The back reflector also broke off within 5 minutes of owing this bike but my husband glued it back on.The brakes were… Read more
very noisy and squealed badly too. Needless to say we returned it to Aldi with no problems, but was very disappointing to say the least. Save your money and purchase a well known reliable brand instead.
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Battery very low always and have lost the key – I have an Aldi Ebike,the battery drops very quickly and I can't find the key ?whhat can I do,very disappointed that battery shouldn't die so quickly ?please can anyone help ?how can I get a replacement key ?please help Show details
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good and bad experience – I bought this Aldi Bike a unisex model and was happily riding around when I found one day that the battery was dying very fast and only a bar was left after 5 mins of riding and then Aldi changed it. Not sure how this one will go but the battery drains out very quickly. This was my second Aldi bike. The first was the black Male version of the same… Read more
. On its maiden voyage the pedal broke off the strips and Aldi couldn't replace it so I got it from a bicycle repair shop and Aldi was quick to reimburse the amount. Then the battery conked off and wouldn't charge and Aldi didn't have a replacement. So I had to disband it and return it to Aldi. Wish the Aldi bikes had more battery power. Overall my experience has been good as far as the after sales service is concerned but just the waiting time is a little too long especially when spares aren't available too easily. Aldi I am sure you can do better.
Warranty worth zero – The bike was purchased 10 months ago from Aldi Australia. Usually I find Aldi products to be of good quality but if there are any issues with the special buys they ask you to directly correspond with the manufacturer. In this case our ebike with Tempo.org Estatc EPAC stopped working within 10 months. They have shown they will not stand by their… Read more
warranty but offered to send a replacement battery. They have told me to take it to a bike shop to have it repaired. It’s a real shame to taint the good name of Aldi Australia but this has been simply unsatisfactory.
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Some issues that I have had with my Aldi bike – I purchased the Aldi Men’s bike branded “Estate City” in Australia in April 2022. When assembling it I found that the bearings in the front wheel were rough and felt like they needed replacing. I re-lubricated the bearings and adjusted the cone nuts and it now feels OK ( not 100% but OK). The pedal bearings also felt like they needed replacing… Read more
but that is not possible but I can’t feel the roughness in my feet when pedalling so I will leave them for the time being. I saw in other reviews that some people found the spokes loose so I checked that. They were not as taught as I had expected but not urgently in need of adjustment. On riding it I found that the heel of my shoe kept catching on the side stand. I wear size 8 shoes so they are not big. My solution was to cut a plate of aluminium 120mmx40mmx4mm and bolt it to the bracket for the side stand and then bolt the side stand to the new bracket, thereby moving the stand back about 120mm which works perfectly. The front brake kept rubbing on the left side regardless of how often I adjusted it. I found that the adjusting screw was slipping off the spring that it was supposed to tension. This was fixed by putting a washer behind the spring and aligning it on centre with the adjusting screw. The brake still kept rubbing after applying the brakes. I had to rotate the spring locator one hole more tension to pull the brake block free of the wheel. The other issue that it a little disappointing is the way the electric power is delivered. My wife has an electric bike as well and power delivery on it is much smoother and predictable. With the Aldi bike it takes several rotations of the pedals before the power “comes on” and it does not turn off for a few seconds after crank rotation has ceased. Touching the brakes stops electric boost instantly so that stops the bike from charging on. When travelling down hill and coasting (ie no pedalling) when I start to pedal again, for probably 10 crank rotations, the pedals and chain feel disconnected from the wheel and electric boost does not commence in this period. My wife’s bike (which cost more than twice the Aldi bike) is much smoother in operation.
So I find it a little disappointing but it is an OK bike to ride, so I will keep it recognizing that it could be better.
Good bikes but terrible tyres – We had these bikes for about 3 years now and they are pretty ok. Not for anyone who is tall as you need to put the seat pretty high up not to knock your knees. The tyres are a let down. 6 flat tyres and we don’t use them often. My husband cycled home one one bike to fetch the car 15 km further at home and pick me up. Twice now. No one leak and… Read more
other no leak to be found .. other flats due to softness and tears. Not great. Should be tougher and more durable…
Battery problem – I have sent pictures of my battery which keeps on popping up due to its lock not engaging properly .Am still waiting for a replacement battery which is out of stock.Please advise status of battery order.
Basic Design Faults – There are 3 design faults. 1) the seat is very uncomfortable. 2) there is no place to screw in a water bottle. 3) the bike stand needs to be 2cm further back. My left heel keeps hitting the stand - most annoying. But generally, the bike is good value for money. Show details
Value for money – Except for saddle and battery , I replaced the saddle ,the original is not comfy for an adult ,may suit young people The battery keeps popping out ,am still waiting for a replacement . The Lugs holding the battery in place is not engaging properly in spite of my efforts ,.(.am an Automotive Technician.) The tyres sizes are very good ,the tyre… Read more
rubber of good quality , Brakes are average …needs a fine tuning . It’s a road bike , not suitable for rodeo.,,keep it on roads and bike tracks I cannot wait for a replacement battery to get on my bike . Value for money James Donat
Can't connect to zippo app – Hi I've tried everything and can't connect to the zippo cycling app. Overall the bike is pretty good for $1000 but it struggles a fair bit up steeper hills and also the app problems. If the app problems were fixed I'd probably give it 4 stars. Show details
good but not quite what it states it is – This electric bike is a Peddle "assisted" bike not a true electric powered bike... That's not to say it is a bad bike but if you have visions of moving along at 25 kph without peddling I suggest looking elsewhere. Pros: :If you have a few local hills of moderate slope to climb this bike assists well. :Easy to assemble out of the box. (but I… Read more
suggest using your own tools not the ones supplied)
:Great for casual rides of short distances.
Cons. :Limited range... battery takes 6 hours to charge for about 1-2 hours of use (or less with a lot of hills) and the charger heats up a bit when in use.
:Top speeds are limited by limited gears. With no front gears (on the peddles) you can easily outspeed the peddles best speed on flat ground leaving you coasting along feeling able to(or wanting to) go faster but unable to do so.
I would love to see if eatra gears could be added to the peddles which in MY opinion would take this from OK to a possible contender for a commuter bike of short distances (10-30k). The only other idea would be to somehow improve the battery longevity to improve distance but this would add to overall weight of the bike. The tools that come with the bike are at best OK for the job... and make a semi-decent set to take with you for emergency repairs/adjustments (flat tires etc.) but not much else. Add to that taking off the back tire to fix a flat could be difficult for someone with out a bit of training as the gears can be difficult/twitchy to adjust.
Happy but would like an extra battery for longer trips – I have a disability and enjoy the freedom the ebike gives me with taking the dogs out for a run but the battery runs out pretty quick. I would like to purchase a second battery to have charged to swap it over. Show details
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