SAMEBIKE MY275 vs Giant Explore E+ 2
Comparison 2026 — Electric Bikes
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Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the Giant Explore E+ 2 edges out the SAMEBIKE MY275 with an overall score of 87/100 against 71/100. It scores particularly well on motor performance (85/100) and comfort (89/100), making it the better all-round pick in Electric Bikes.
The SAMEBIKE MY275 remains a sensible alternative if price is your main concern — it lands at €749.00 versus €2799.00.
Motor performance winner
Giant Explore E+ 2
17% higher than its rival
Value winner
SAMEBIKE MY275
4% better value for money
Specifications
| Specification | SAMEBIKE MY275 | Giant Explore E+ 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €749.00+274% | €2799.00 |
| Rating | ★4 (680) | ★4.5 (760) |
| Overall | 71/100 | 87/100+23% |
| Motor & Drivetrain | ||
| Motor | 250W achternaafmotor / 250W rear hub | Giant SyncDrive Sport (Yamaha) |
| Power | 250W nominaal / nominal | — |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 80 Nm+129% |
| Gearing | Shimano 7-speed derailleur | Shimano Deore 10-speed+43% |
| Drive | Ketting / Chain | Ketting |
| Support modes | — | Eco/Basic/Active/Sport/Power |
| Battery & Range | ||
| Capacity | 468 Wh (36V 13Ah) | 500 Wh EnergyPak+7% |
| Range | 35-60 km | 60-110 km+71% |
| Charge time | 5-6 uur / hours+11% | 4.5 uur / 4.5 hours |
| Removable | Ja / Yes | Ja / Yes |
| Frame & Comfort | ||
| Frame material | Aluminium | ALUXX aluminium |
| Frame type | Lage instap / Step-through | Trekking diamant / Trekking diamond |
| Wheel size | 27.5 inch | 28 inch+2% |
| Suspension | Voorvork / Front fork | SR Suntour NEX 63 mm |
| Foldable | Nee / No | — |
| Seatpost | — | Standaard / Standard |
| Safety | ||
| Brakes | Mechanische schijfremmen / Mechanical disc brakes | Hydraulische schijfremmen Tektro / Hydraulic disc brakes Tektro |
| Lighting | LED voor- en achterlicht / LED front and rear | Supernova E3 60 lux |
| Lock | Geen / None (budget extra) | Optioneel / Optional |
| Top speed | 25 km/h (wettelijk / legal limit) | 25 km/h (wettelijk / legal limit) |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 24.5 kg | 23.9 kg+3% |
| Max load | 120 kg | 136 kg+13% |
Pros and cons
SAMEBIKE MY275
Pros
- €749 for a classic 27.5-inch e-bike — solid value in the budget segment
- Shimano 7-speed derailleur gives flexible gearing for flat and lightly hilly terrain
- Integrated rear rack — commute- and grocery-ready out of the box
- More than 680 Amazon reviews give insight into real-world reliability
Cons
- Cadence sensor gives a jerky 'on-off' feel rather than smooth torque response
- 468 Wh battery is on the small side — 40-60 km realistic range
- No ART certification, no dealer support in the Netherlands
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