Choose the Mokwheel Slate if you want…

• A folding e-bike for apartments, trunks, elevators, RVs, or tight storage
• A step-thru frame with stable, comfy 20×3.0 tires
• Exceptional efficiency in low assist: Electric Bike Report recorded 88.94 miles on PAS 1 (and 35.16 miles on PAS 5)

Mokwheel Slate

Choose the Mokwheel Tarmac if you want…

• A "real commuter" feel with 28 mph pedal assist capability
• Big-wheel efficiency and confident road handling from 29×2.35 tires
• Deep tuning/customization for assist behavior and speed limits (great—just set it to match your local rules)

Mokwheel Tarmac

Practical takeaway:

If your typical ride is PAS 1–3 with lots of stoplights, neighborhoods, and mixed-use paths, the Slate can feel polished and easy. If you're a "max assist all the time" rider, you may prefer the Tarmac's commuter-tuned approach.

Important legal/commuter note:

Some test bikes have shipped with throttle and PAS settings exceeding legal limits (even though speeds can be reduced), so verify settings match your local regulations.

Electric Bike Report recorded:

• 88.94 miles on PAS 1
• 35.16 miles on PAS 5

Two separate review outlets reported strong real-world results:

ElectricBikeReview recorded:

• 74 miles on minimum assist
• 38 miles on maximum assist

Electric Bike Report also notes they exceeded advertised range in their testing

Bottom line:

Both can be "charge every few days" bikes depending on your PAS usage and terrain. Slate's low-assist testing is especially impressive for a folding commuter.

The Slate's 20×3.0 tires and upright step-thru posture are built for:

• Cracks, potholes, curb cuts
• Stop-and-go city riding
• Easy mounting/dismounting

The Tarmac's 29×2.35 setup favors:

• Speed retention
• Efficient cruising
• Confident handling on longer commutes and light gravel

Some riders appreciate how easily the Slate folds up for compact storage, and it’s worth noting that adding a simple folding strap or tie can make it even more convenient to keep neatly secured while you lift or roll it. At around 67 lbs with the battery installed, it’s a solid, sturdy build—so taking the battery out first can make handling feel noticeably lighter and more manageable.

The Slate really shines as a “fold + stash” eBike thanks to its space-saving design, while still delivering that planted, confidence-inspiring heft. If you’ll be moving it up stairs or through tight spaces often, you can make it effortless by planning a quick routine (like popping the battery out) and checking your carry/storage route ahead of time so everything fits smoothly.

Electric Bike Report specifically calls out:

Slate: Integrated turn signals + brake light elements in the frame design

Tarmac: Strong commuter lighting package (including brake functionality and turn signals)

Slate: Logan hydraulic brakes

Tarmac: Tektro hydraulic brakes

Both bikes use a removable display as a practical security habit. Electric Bike Report notes:

Slate: Detachable display can be removed to effectively disable powered use

Tarmac: Display can be detached, and the bike will not turn on without it

If you park outside for errands or at work, this "small" feature often becomes a daily favorite.

Rider height: **5'0"–6'2"**

Rider height: **5'7"–6'7"** (varies by size) Mokwheel lists multiple size/frame options. Electric Bike Report also positions it as best for average-to-tall riders due to standover.

Pros:

• Folding convenience + step-thru usability
• Excellent tested range efficiency
• Thoughtful commuter touches (signals, removable display)

Watch-outs:

• No secure "keeps-it-folded" strap/mechanism
• Higher PAS can feel more abrupt/less natural

Pros:

• 28 mph pedal-assist commuter speed
• Big-wheel stability and versatility
• Highly customizable ride behavior/settings

Watch-outs:

• Verify speed settings and ensure compliance with local class limits
• Standover can be tall depending on frame/size choice

If your life includes small storage, mixed errands, apartment living, or car-trunk transport, the Slate's foldability plus strong range testing makes it a smart everyday pick.

Mokwheel Slate

If your commute is longer, faster, or more road-integrated—and you want the option to cruise at class-3 pedal-assist speeds—the Tarmac is built for that job with big wheels, commuter ergonomics, and tuneable assist behavior.

Mokwheel Tarmac

It's listed at **20 mph throttle / 25 mph pedal assist** on Mokwheel's product page—fast enough for many urban commutes and path riding.

It's listed at **28 mph pedal assist** on Mokwheel's product page. Electric Bike Report also labels it as Class 2/3 capable, but advises checking default settings for legal compliance.

The **Slate**, because it folds. Just keep in mind reviewers measured it around the mid-60 lb range and noted the folded-carry convenience could be improved.