ADO Air 28 vs Giant Explore E+ 2
Comparison 2026 — Electric Bikes
Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the Giant Explore E+ 2 edges out the ADO Air 28 with an overall score of 87/100 against 78/100. It scores particularly well on motor performance (85/100) and comfort (89/100), making it the better all-round pick in Electric Bikes.
The ADO Air 28 remains a sensible alternative if price is your main concern — it lands at €999.00 versus €2799.00.
Motor performance winner
Giant Explore E+ 2
13% higher than its rival
Value winner
Giant Explore E+ 2
2% better value for money
Specifications
| Specification | ADO Air 28 | Giant Explore E+ 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €999.00+180% | €2799.00 |
| Rating | ★4.4 (290) | ★4.5 (760) |
| Overall | 78/100 | 87/100+12% |
| Motor & Drivetrain | ||
| Motor | 250W achternaafmotor / 250W rear hub | Giant SyncDrive Sport (Yamaha) |
| Power | 250W nominaal / nominal | — |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 80 Nm+100% |
| Gearing | Single-speed | Shimano Deore 10-speed |
| Drive | Carbon riem / Carbon belt | Ketting |
| Support modes | — | Eco/Basic/Active/Sport/Power |
| Battery & Range | ||
| Capacity | 346 Wh (36V 9.6Ah) | 500 Wh EnergyPak+45% |
| Range | 40-60 km | 60-110 km+50% |
| Charge time | 4-5 uur / hours | 4.5 uur / 4.5 hours+13% |
| Removable | Ja / Yes | Ja / Yes |
| Frame & Comfort | ||
| Frame material | Aluminium | ALUXX aluminium |
| Frame type | Urbaan / Urban | Trekking diamant / Trekking diamond |
| Wheel size | 28 inch | 28 inch |
| Suspension | Geen / None | SR Suntour NEX 63 mm |
| Foldable | Nee / No | — |
| Seatpost | — | Standaard / Standard |
| Safety | ||
| Brakes | Hydraulische schijfremmen / Hydraulic disc brakes | Hydraulische schijfremmen Tektro / Hydraulic disc brakes Tektro |
| Lighting | Geïntegreerde LED / Integrated LED | Supernova E3 60 lux |
| Lock | App-diefstalalarm / App theft alarm | Optioneel / Optional |
| Top speed | 25 km/h (wettelijk / legal limit) | 25 km/h (wettelijk / legal limit) |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 19 kg+26% | 23.9 kg |
| Max load | 120 kg | 136 kg+13% |
Pros and cons
ADO Air 28
Pros
- Gates-style carbon belt drive — no chain oil, no maintenance, no clothing stains
- At 19 kg light enough to handle stairs and thresholds — rare for an e-bike
- App control with theft alarm, route tracking and assist configuration
- Clean, minimalist design fits design-conscious urban environments
Cons
- Only 346 Wh battery — 40-60 km range is shorter than rivals with bigger batteries
- Single-speed: no gears means hard pedalling without motor assist on a climb
- No integrated rear rack or mudguards — less commute-ready
Giant Explore E+ 2
Pros
- SyncDrive Sport motor delivers strong 80 Nm torque for hills and headwinds
- Sporty trekking geometry combines speed with comfort
- SR Suntour front fork with 63 mm travel for unpaved paths
- Shimano Deore 10-speed with wide range for both city and dunes
Cons
- No integrated rear rack or mudguards as standard
- Yamaha motor has a smaller service network than Bosch in the Netherlands