Eskute T300 Max vs Viribus FC1 FoldingT300 Max vs FC1 Folding
Both checked Sep 2026 against manufacturer pages
Key differences
What actually differs
Both fold.
Weight
Eskute is 27 lb lighter
Eskute
102 lb
Viribus
129 lb
Folded size
Viribus folds smaller
Eskute
29.4 cu ft
Viribus
25.6 cu ft
36.2 × 35.4 × 39.7″ vs 45.7 × 25.6 × 37.8″
Battery
Eskute has 41% more
Eskute
~998 Wh
Viribus
~706 Wh
Eskute figure calculated from 48V × 20.8Ah. Viribus figure calculated from 48V × 14.7Ah.
Top speed
Viribus is 2 mph faster
Eskute
18 mph
Viribus
20 mph
Both are Class 2 speeds.
Verdict
Which one for you
- Easiest to lift or carryEskute T300 Max27 lb lighter overall.
- Smallest storage spaceViribus FC1 FoldingFolds about 3.8 cu ft smaller.
- Longest ridesEskute T300 MaxLarger battery. Both range claims are the brand's, not tested.
Full specs
Side by side
SpecEskute T300 MaxViribus FC1 Folding
Fit
Rider height
4′8″–6′2″
4′11″–6′5″
Seat height
28.1" minimum
Not published by brand
Total load
400 lb
400 lb
Motor
Rated power
Not published by brand
750W
Peak power
1,200W
1,200W
Torque
Not published by brand
80 Nm
Battery
Capacity
~998 WhBetter
~706 Wh
Voltage and amp-hours
48V · 20.8Ah
48V · 14.7Ah
Range and speed
Claimed range
45-80 milesBetter
Pedal assist range 62 miles; throttle range 36 miles
Top speed
18 mph
20 mph
E-bike class
Class 2
Class 2 (not stated by brand)
Size and folding
Folds
Yes
Yes
Folded size
36.2 × 35.4 × 39.7″
45.7 × 25.6 × 37.8″Better
Weight
102 lbBetter
129 lb
Wheels
20"
20"
Brakes and drivetrain
Brakes
Dual disc brakes
180 mm hydraulic brakes, triple disc (rotor listed as 7 in.)
Parking brake
Not published by brand
Yes
Gears
Single speed (1 speed)
Seven gears
Rear differential
Yes
Yes
Reverse
Yes
Not published by brand
Comfort and safety
Suspension
Upgraded suspension front fork ('5-layer shock absorption system')
Dual rear suspensions (30 mm stroke) + suspension seatpost
Certifications
Not published by brand
UL 2271 certified battery
List price
Price
$899.99Better
$1,299
"Better" marks the stronger figure where one clearly exists. Range and battery claims are the brand's own. "~" means we calculated it. "—" means we haven't checked it yet. Sources and any conflicting figures are on each model page.