Catrike MAX eCAT vs TerraTrike Spyder e+MAX eCAT vs Spyder e+
Both checked Sep 2026 against manufacturer pages
Key differences
What actually differs
Both one rider.
Weight
TerraTrike is 5 lb lighter
Catrike
57 lb
TerraTrike
52 lb
Total load
Catrike carries 145 lb more
Catrike
425 lb
TerraTrike
280 lb
Rider plus cargo.
Rider limit
Only Catrike publishes one
Catrike
425 lb
TerraTrike
Not published
We can't confirm TerraTrike's rider limit.
Verdict
Which one for you
- Easiest to lift or carryTerraTrike Spyder e+5 lb lighter overall.
- Heavier ridersCatrike MAX eCATThe only one with a published rider limit (425 lb).
Full specs
Side by side
SpecCatrike MAX eCATTerraTrike Spyder e+
Fit
Rider height
X-seam 39/46 in (99/117 cm)
X-seam 41"-47"
Seat height
14.25 in (362 mm)
9"
Rider limit
425 lbBetter
Not published by brand
Total load
425 lbBetter
280 lb
Seats
1 rider
1 rider
Motor
Torque
50 Nm
75 NmBetter
Battery
Capacity
400 Wh
400 Wh
Range and speed
Claimed range
up to 62 miles (maximum)
Not published by brand
Top speed
20 mph
20 mph
E-bike class
Class 1
Class 1
Size and folding
Weight
57 lb
52 lbBetter
Wheels
Front: 406 (ISO bead seat); Rear: 406 (ISO)
700c rear wheel
Brakes and drivetrain
Brakes
Avid BB7 Disc Brakes
Shimano Deore hydraulic brakes
Parking brake
Yes
Not published by brand
Gears
1 x 11 drivetrain (11-42 cassette / 44 tooth chainring); SRAM APEX 11-Speed rear…
11 speeds
Comfort and safety
Certifications
UL 2849
Not published by brand
List price
Price
$7,050
$6,990Better
"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.