27.5″ Hardtail Electric Mountain Bike E-ST 100

It's designed for a mix of riding rather than top-end pace. For MTB speed, tire choice and rolling resistance matter a lot, and that's baked into the score. It ends up here thanks to a heavier build, typical trail-width tires, and a capable drivetrain that supports steady speed. On hardpack, the tire setup is biased toward rolling speed on firm ground.

Uphill performance score: 6.5/10. Within e-mountain bikes, it lands above average. It’s set up for smooth spinning on steeper climbs. The easiest gear works out to about 16.9 gear inches. On the ‘easier low gear’ scale, it sits around ~91% versus similar bikes. Gear inches is basically “how easy is the easiest gear”. Lower numbers help you keep your legs spinning on steep bits. With roughly 21.5 kg under you, you’ll feel the weight on longer climbs even with a decent low gear. E-assist can take the sting out of steep ramps, especially at lower speeds. Good for keeping cadence steady on climbs without overcooking it. Different builds can shift the feel a bit, and some manufacturer specs aren’t always publicly listed, so consider this a helpful direction.

On the suspension scale, it comes in at 5/10 — “Confident trail control”. It’s built for clear bump absorption and more reliable wheel control on mixed surfaces. Front suspension handles most impacts, while the rear wheel tracks the ground directly. Expect more grip and stability compared with basic bump-control setups. This level helps keep traction when the surface is uneven and choppy. It should keep the bike more controlled on mixed surfaces, especially through repeated small-to-medium impacts.

Balanced fit - a neutral road posture that suits most riders. Mostly geometry-based, with a small category-based estimate.

Why this fit flexibility rating: Because the bar and stem are separate, changing reach or bar shape is usually straightforward, The front-end is easier to work on, supporting fit tweaks over time; Standard sizing usually means more aftermarket options for dialing in fit. That is why it is in the Adjustable bucket. Put simply, it describes how practical it is to reconfigure your position later.

This scores 6.4/10 for comfort, so it feels easygoing over rough patches out on the road. That’s why it’s labeled Firm. The posture is neutral (posture 6/10), which keeps it balanced — not overly aggressive, not overly relaxed.

This is the kind of deal people usually notice quickly. Value is scored 1–10: higher is better value, lower means you’re paying more than similar bikes. Uses MSRP as a baseline; real-world prices can be lower (discounts can change the value). Based on the parts list, it’s roughly 54% cheaper than what similar builds typically cost. Against similar bikes of the same type and age, it’s usually on the cheaper side, beating about 98% of listings. Quick reference: €1.338 listed versus about €2.920 for a comparable build. Overall, it looks like a great-value pick in its category.

This setup is aimed at fast trail riding on less extreme terrain. It has about 100 mm of suspension travel (how much it absorbs bumps), which suits smoother trails. Suspension type (Hardtail) fits this kind of terrain.