I've used both and it depends on the usage patterns.
My city trips are from 5 minutes to around 45. For short trips, where one doesn't use public transport (for me, the threshold is around 15 minutes), bikes are definitely more practical, but when public transport comes into play, bikes are too bulky to comfortably carry.
The big deal I'm assuming is the ability to fold. An ebike requires a surprisingly complex parking spot, because it needs to be secured, more so than a car. It's a giant pain. I wish I could use bike everywhere.
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How much weight can e-scooters carry?
Besides size and cost, why e-scooter instead of e-bicycle?
Asking as I am thinking of getting an e-something, but my travel need is around 29km/18mi.
(edit: swap units)
I've used both and it depends on the usage patterns.
My city trips are from 5 minutes to around 45. For short trips, where one doesn't use public transport (for me, the threshold is around 15 minutes), bikes are definitely more practical, but when public transport comes into play, bikes are too bulky to comfortably carry.
The big deal I'm assuming is the ability to fold. An ebike requires a surprisingly complex parking spot, because it needs to be secured, more so than a car. It's a giant pain. I wish I could use bike everywhere.
Besides [the reasons to get a scooter], why get a scooter?
You've got your units mixed up.