ESKUTE Netuno Plus vs QWIC Premium MN8 Belt
Comparison 2026 — Electric Bikes
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Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the QWIC Premium MN8 Belt edges out the ESKUTE Netuno Plus with an overall score of 90/100 against 74/100. It scores particularly well on motor performance (88/100) and comfort (95/100), making it the better all-round pick in Electric Bikes.
The ESKUTE Netuno Plus remains a sensible alternative if price is your main concern — it lands at €699.00 versus €3299.00.
Motor performance winner
QWIC Premium MN8 Belt
18% higher than its rival
Value winner
ESKUTE Netuno Plus
6% better value for money
Specifications
| Specification | ESKUTE Netuno Plus | QWIC Premium MN8 Belt |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €699.00+372% | €3299.00 |
| Rating | ★4.2 (520) | ★4.6 (540) |
| Overall | 74/100 | 90/100+22% |
| Motor & Drivetrain | ||
| Motor | Bafang 250W achternaaf / rear hub | Shimano STEPS E6100+2340% |
| Power | 250W nominaal / nominal | — |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 60 Nm+50% |
| Gearing | Shimano 7-speed derailleur | Enviolo traploos / stepless |
| Drive | Ketting / Chain | Gates Carbon Drive riem |
| Support modes | — | Eco/Normal/High |
| Battery & Range | ||
| Capacity | 522 Wh (36V 14.5Ah)+4% | 504 Wh |
| Range | 45-70 km | 70-120 km+56% |
| Charge time | 5-6 uur / hours+25% | 4 uur / 4 hours |
| Removable | Ja / Yes | Ja / Yes |
| Frame & Comfort | ||
| Frame material | Aluminium | Aluminium 6061 |
| Frame type | Lage instap / Step-through | Lage instap / Step-through |
| Wheel size | 27.5 inch | 28 inch+2% |
| Suspension | Voorvork / Front fork | Voorvork / Front fork |
| Foldable | Nee / No | — |
| Seatpost | — | Geveerd / Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Brakes | Mechanische schijfremmen / Mechanical disc brakes | Hydraulische schijfremmen Shimano / Hydraulic disc brakes Shimano |
| Lighting | LED voor- en achterlicht / LED front and rear | Busch & Müller IQ-XS 70 lux |
| Lock | Geen / None (budget extra) | ART-2 ringslot / ART-2 ring lock |
| Top speed | 25 km/h (wettelijk / legal limit) | 25 km/h (wettelijk / legal limit) |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 23.5 kg+6% | 24.9 kg |
| Max load | 120 kg | 140 kg+17% |
Pros and cons
ESKUTE Netuno Plus
Pros
- €699 for a real 27.5-inch e-bike — half the price of an entry-level Gazelle
- Bafang motor has a reasonable reputation in the budget space, better supported than generic brands
- 522 Wh battery is easily enough for 50-70 km of daily commuting
- Classic 27.5-inch wheels roll better on asphalt than 20-inch fat tyres
Cons
- No integrated rear rack or chaincase — less commuter-ready out of the box
- No ART certification, not suited for premium insurance
- Rear hub motor gives a less natural pedalling feel when accelerating
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