#10Gotrax Dolphin

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Gotrax Dolphin

Budget step-thru city bike, UL 2849 · Reviewed by Drew · amazon.com live, Sept 9 2026

71
Below Threshold
Rank #10 of 10 · E-Bikes
$494.98
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The verdict

Why it scored a 71

At $494.98 the Gotrax Dolphin is a light step-thru city e-bike from a scooter brand with real US support and UL 2849 certification. Satisfaction leads at 86 and Value holds at 82, but Features drags at 55 and Quality at 60: the 280.8 Wh battery is the smallest in this group, good for about 15 miles on throttle, and the 365-day parts assurance keeps Warranty at 55. That adds up to 71, under the buy line, so it misses a recommendation mainly on range. It is for a rider who wants an easy-mount bike for short neighborhood errands and would rather have a certified battery than a big one.

Key specs

What you're getting

  • 350 W rated / 500 W peak motor; 20 mph; 3 riding modes
  • 280.8 Wh removable battery: 15.5 mi throttle, up to 30 mi assist
  • 5.5 hr charge time from empty on the included charger
  • 26 in wheels, step-thru aluminum/ABS frame with front shock
  • Shimano 7-speed drivetrain, dual disc brakes, walk-assist mode
  • UL 2849 certified electrical system
  • 1-year warranty with 365-day parts assurance
  • Smallest battery in its class, best for short errands, not long commutes

ViperScore breakdown

FactorScoreWeightPoints
Value82×25%20.5
Quality60×20%12.0
Features55×15%8.2
Reliability81×15%12.2
Satisfaction86×15%12.9
Warranty55×10%5.5
Weighted total71

At a glance

  • 500 W peak motor; 20 mph; 3 riding modes
  • 280.8 Wh battery; up to 30 mi assist range
  • UL 2849 certified; 365-day parts assurance
  • Price$494.98
  • TierBudget step-thru city bike, UL 2849
  • Category rank#10 of 10
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