Name: Qualisports Dolphin
Brand: Qualisports
Price: 1399 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 78 (16 reviews)

78/100

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Users (14 ratings)

Experts (2 reviews)

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Facts

Gender

Men, Women

Type

Electric, Folding, Commuter

Release Year

2023

Brand

Qualisports

Charge Time

4, 6 Hours

Maximum Range

60, 80 Miles

Top Speed

20 mph

Watts

500 W

Torque

60 Nm

Volts and Amp Hours

48V 10.5Ah, 48V 17.5Ah

Class

Class 2

Drive

Hub-Drive

Wheel Size

20”

Number of Gears

Gearing Type

External Derailleur

Weight

51.5, 55.8 lb

Suspension

None

Brake Type

Disc: Hydraulic

Frame Material

Aluminum

Summary of Reviews

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

10 reasons to buy

The Qualisports Dolphin comes in two builds, Standard (one 10.5Ah battery) and Plus (two batteries totaling 17.5Ah).
At 33” x 14.5” x 28.5” when folded, the Dolphin is relatively compact for an e-folder with 20" wheels.
Experts appreciate the quick and easy assembly.
This bike comes with lights and fenders.
Testers ranging in size from 5’3” to 6’ find the bike a good fit, thanks in part to the easily adjusted handlebar height.
Weighing 51.5lb (Standard) and 55.8lb (Plus), the Dolphin is relatively lightweight.
Reviewers commend the stopping power of the hydraulic disc brakes, and appreciate the inclusion of reach-adjustable brake levers.
In testing, the bike climbs moderate inclines with ease.
Both the display and downtube battery have USB ports for charging devices.
Qualisports provides a five-year warranty on the frame and fork.

7 reasons not to buy

Owners report sluggish throttle acceleration.
The rear light runs on AAA batteries and must be turned on and off manually.
With a 52T chainring and 14-28T freewheel, this bike is geared very high. Reviewers say this makes pulling away hard work.
The seatpost battery has no security lock. The optional locking clamp uses a different key, which reviewers find inconvenient.
An expert says the rigid fork and 20” wheels make for a “jarring” ride over bumps.
Removing the batteries is a hassle, according to a reviewer and an owner.
An expert is unimpressed by the basic, grayscale display. Another is disappointed by the primitive battery meter, which uses only 4 bars..

Bottom line

The Qualisports Dolphin is a folding e-bike with a 500W motor and the choice of one 504Wh battery or two batteries totaling 840Wh. Neither of the 2 reviews tests battery range. Reviewers praise the compact fold, light weight, and easy assembly. Complaints include the sluggish throttle acceleration, externally powered rear light, and poor gearing. The process for removing batteries is inconvenient, and there's no security for the seatpost battery. Reviewers also lament the entry-level components. Overall, reviewers consider the Dolphin a decent option amongst the many folding e-bikes on the market.