ADO Air 28 vs QWIC Premium MN8 Belt
Comparison 2026 — Electric Bikes
Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the QWIC Premium MN8 Belt edges out the ADO Air 28 with an overall score of 90/100 against 78/100. It scores particularly well on motor performance (88/100) and comfort (95/100), 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 €3299.00.
Motor performance winner
QWIC Premium MN8 Belt
16% higher than its rival
Value winner
ADO Air 28
2% better value for money
Specifications
| Specification | ADO Air 28 | QWIC Premium MN8 Belt |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €999.00+230% | €3299.00 |
| Rating | ★4.4 (290) | ★4.6 (540) |
| Overall | 78/100 | 90/100+15% |
| Motor & Drivetrain | ||
| Motor | 250W achternaafmotor / 250W rear hub | Shimano STEPS E6100+2340% |
| Power | 250W nominaal / nominal | — |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 60 Nm+50% |
| Gearing | Single-speed | Enviolo traploos / stepless |
| Drive | Carbon riem / Carbon belt | Gates Carbon Drive riem |
| Support modes | — | Eco/Normal/High |
| Battery & Range | ||
| Capacity | 346 Wh (36V 9.6Ah) | 504 Wh+46% |
| Range | 40-60 km | 70-120 km+75% |
| Charge time | 4-5 uur / hours | 4 uur / 4 hours |
| Removable | Ja / Yes | Ja / Yes |
| Frame & Comfort | ||
| Frame material | Aluminium | Aluminium 6061 |
| Frame type | Urbaan / Urban | Lage instap / Step-through |
| Wheel size | 28 inch | 28 inch |
| Suspension | Geen / None | Voorvork / Front fork |
| Foldable | Nee / No | — |
| Seatpost | — | Geveerd / Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Brakes | Hydraulische schijfremmen / Hydraulic disc brakes | Hydraulische schijfremmen Shimano / Hydraulic disc brakes Shimano |
| Lighting | Geïntegreerde LED / Integrated LED | Busch & Müller IQ-XS 70 lux |
| Lock | App-diefstalalarm / App theft alarm | ART-2 ringslot / ART-2 ring lock |
| Top speed | 25 km/h (wettelijk / legal limit) | 25 km/h (wettelijk / legal limit) |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 19 kg+31% | 24.9 kg |
| Max load | 120 kg | 140 kg+17% |
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
QWIC Premium MN8 Belt
Pros
- Gates Carbon Drive belt lasts 2-3x longer than a chain and stays clean
- Enviolo stepless hub shifts under load with no audible clicks
- Shimano STEPS E6100 mid-motor with 60 Nm and very quiet operation
- Very bright Busch & Müller IQ-XS 70 lux headlight fitted as standard
Cons
- Price above €3,200 puts it firmly in the premium segment
- The Enviolo hub costs some efficiency versus a derailleur in Eco mode