Ancheer Max

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Facts

Gender
Release Year
Brand
Charge Time
3, 6 Hours
Maximum Range
30, 50 Miles
Top Speed
20 mph
Watts
250 W, 500 W
Volts and Amp Hours
36V 12.5Ah, 36V 8Ah
Class
Drive
Wheel Size
Number of Gears
Gearing Type
Weight
50 lb
Suspension
Brake Type
Frame Material

Summary of Reviews

We have read all expert and user reviews on the Ancheer Max. In summary, this is what cyclists think.

15 reasons to buy

  • The main draw of this e-bike was it’s exceptionally low price.
  • Owners reported a range of almost 20mi on a single charge.
  • Some owners found that the battery ‘holds charge’ well.
  • Provided keys conveniently lock the Ancheer’s battery.
  • In levels 1 and 2 of assist, the motor is almost silent.
  • Some folk deemed it light for an electric bike, especially at this price.
  • Three levels of assist were suitable for various situations.
  • One owner had positive reports after 200mi with mostly offroad use.
  • A removable battery was secure and could be charged remotely.
  • The Ancheer hauled large riders (250lbs and above) with ease.
  • Some buyers received prompt responses and replacements for faulty parts.
  • When tuned, Filel disc brakes worked well.
  • A buyer said assembly was easy over 1.5 hrs, with instructions.
  • The water-resistant battery worked after soaking and flooding.
  • Riders said it rode well on level dirt trails

14 reasons not to buy

  • A reviewer said Filel disc brakes were “squishy" and didn’t respond swiftly.
  • The suspension fork twisted under hard braking. It snapped for one owner.
  • Chargers quickly failed for a number of buyers.
  • Battery life depleted after a few months to one year’s use.
  • Riders found the e-Bike heavy, especially when pedaling unpowered.
  • A few buyers received a front axle that was too narrow to complete assembly.
  • Water pooled under the battery casing.
  • The motor was noisy when straining.
  • The 14-28 tooth cassette felt undergeared and left riders spinning.
  • Buyers reported instructions with unclear images and rough English.
  • The rear derailleur was bent on arrival, for some buyers.
  • Cheap tires warranted hasty replacement.
  • Horns stopped working after short periods, for a number of owners.
  • There are no water bottle bosses to attach a bottle cage.

Bottom line

To say the least, the Ancheer Electric Mountain Bike received mixed reviews. Those that received a functioning bike were pleased with a budget ride that usually did the job. The 10-40mi range (depending on the assist mode used), covered needs for commuting, shopping trips and errands. Riders often sought more ‘resistance’ from the drivetrain, which seemed somewhat undergeared. Some folk were very pleased with customer service and their response to replacing faulty parts, while others were bitterly disappointed. Reports on durability varied but when it worked, it worked.

Expert Reviews

77/100 based on 2 rated expert reviews
75

Ancheer AN-EB001 26-Inch Electric Mountain Bike Review

An affordable mountain-style electric bike with a serviceable performance that gets the job done… It may not be the best we tested, but it was consistently good, and we feel it is a great value.

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80
Tech Advisor

Ancheer Electric Mountain Bike Review

If you’re keen to buy your first e-bike, the Ancheer is good value. It’s built to a price, so don’t expect top quality components. However, it’s just as powerful as more expensive electric bikes…

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Electric Bike Review

Ancheer Power Plus Electric Mountain Bike Review

It does not put out a lot of power… and takes 5 seconds or so to get going… doesn’t match performance for real mountain biking… our bike failed during testing… It’s actually not so bad once you know what you’re getting into…

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KevCentral

Ancheer Power Plus eBike Electric Mountain Bike Sold on Amazon

The ride is effortless…… It is quite decent, especially for the money… This is definitely not an e-mountain bike… It’s got just enough polish and just enough features to not feel cheap…

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KevCentral

Ancheer Power Plus eBike 8 Months Later

8 plus months and no major problems… I’m happy with the performance for what it is and that’s a cheap e-bike… There are bikes in 2019 that have better visual quality, better components and don’t cost much more… they all have U.S. based support.

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Vegas RoManiac

Best Beginner Electric Bicycle 2020 Ancheer. You Must Watch This Video or Try This Bike

I got the cheapest e-bike I could find… it’s actually amazing… I only realised how good it was, one day, when I got on to a normal bicycle and I was absolutely miserable. This is why normal bicycles suck!

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Roy McCollum

Ancheer Electric Mountain Bike, Great for Senior’s Too

Listen… a lot of people call this a ‘cheap, Chinese bicycle’. I’m renaming it. I’m calling it an ‘inexpensive, Chinese bicycle’. Why? Because the price is low… Perfect for seniors, perfect for those with a little disability.

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Ancheer Electric Bike

It’s not the one most people get. This one’s got a 500W motor and it’s got a 12.5 amp hour battery… I thought it was going to be kinda junky. It is not, at all… I like it.

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Vegas RoManiac

Don’t Buy the Ancheer E-Bike Before You Watch This Video

This is a great beginner bike… You don’t have the best disc brakes… the bike will last at full throttle for about an hour. If you want to pedal, it can easily go up to 30 miles… The battery pack has about 3000mi on it and it seems to be holding up pretty well, so far…

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Ancheer 250W Review: Can You Get a Solid Ebike for Under $600 Shipped? We Tried and Had a Lot of Fun

…this Ancheer 250W is absolutely not high-end. In fact, it would probably be a bit of a stretch to call this a mid-tier electric bike… I think a lot of budget conscious people could really enjoy this bike… My concerns are with the quality of the components and specifically the front fork…

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User Ratings

76/100 based on 468 ratings
  • 5 star
    51%
  • 4 star
    19%
  • 3 star
    7%
  • 2 star
    5%
  • 1 star
    18%

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