Thinking about commuting
Most city e-bikes aren't bought for Alpine passes. They're bought for everyday use:
- in the morning for work or the train, preferably without breaking a sweat or making a fuss;
- in the evening for shopping, picking up the kids, or a quick visit to friends;
- leaving the bike in the courtyard or basement, but still riding it in the rain;
- keeping an eye on the budget: a complete commuter setup without jumping straight into the €2,500 class.
In exactly this scenario, price and everyday convenience often matter more than the logo on the motor: How much does the whole package cost? How often do I have to deal with the chain and gears? Can I still shift at a red light?
The benchmark many mention first
Anyone in Germany looking for a solid everyday e-bike with a reputable brand will quickly come across the Cube Touring Hybrid ONE 500. For good reason: Bosch Performance Line, around 500 Wh, trekking/city-ready equipment, and retail prices usually broadly in the approx. €2,000–2,550 range. For many, the Bosch ecosystem is a clear plus – familiar, well-connected, and easy to explain.
But if, at first glance, something else is on your mind above all else – namely how much you really spend on a complete city/commuter setup and how maintenance-free the bike remains in stop-and-go traffic –, the answer doesn't necessarily have to end with the same brand.
This is where the REX Commuter+ comes in
The REX Commuter+ at myebikes solves the commuter question above all through price and gears – not by challenging the Touring Hybrid's Bosch argument.
Price as an argument that counts in the shopping cart. In the shop, the Commuter+ is currently around €1,410 (as of the time of review; ongoing, limited-time pre-Black Friday/sale window, details in the shop). Compared to the Cube entry-level model in the Touring Hybrid class, there is often a noticeable gap – with a mid-drive motor, hydraulic disc brakes, lights, mudguards, and a luggage rack.
Shimano Nexus 7 instead of a chain. The Commuter+ features an hub gear (Shimano Nexus 7). For the city and commuting, this often means: less exposed chain in the rain, shifting even when stopped at a red light, and less "gear maintenance" in the weekly routine. The Cube Touring Hybrid ONE 500 typically comes with derailleur gears (including Shimano Cues) – sportier gearing, but more maintenance-intensive in everyday use.
Everyday package with a mid-drive motor. Ananda M60, 250 W / approx. 70 Nm, Wave aluminum frame, suspension fork, Shimano MT200, LED, MIK luggage rack, shop specification of approx. 468 Wh, and about 27 kg. This isn't a lightweight statement (we have other models for that), but a full city pedelec for daily riding.
Specs at a glance
| Criterion | Cube Touring Hybrid ONE 500 | REX Commuter+ |
|---|---|---|
| Price (guideline) | Approx. €2,000–2,550 retail price | Approx. €1,410 in-shop (limited-time promotion; as of review) |
| Motor | Bosch Performance Line, approx. 75 Nm | Ananda M60, approx. 70 Nm |
| Battery | Approx. 500 Wh (Bosch) | Approx. 468 Wh (Phylion) |
| Gears | Derailleur gears (including Shimano Cues 9) | Shimano Nexus 7 hub gear |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc brakes (including MT200) | Shimano MT200 |
| Weight | Approx. 26.6 kg | Approx. 27 kg |
| Intended use | Everyday use / light touring | City / commuting |
Who the Commuter+ is for
- You're looking for a city/commuter e-bike and don't automatically want to jump into the €2,000+ Cube class.
- For you, a hub gear in the rain and stop-and-go traffic is more important than the maximum number of gears on a derailleur.
- You accept: the Bosch logo and 500 Wh remain Cube's strengths – your deciding factor is total price + low maintenance.
- You're taking advantage of the limited-time shop offer (pre-Black Friday/sale; free shipping within Germany according to the shop).
Conclusion
For the classic everyday route, the Cube Touring Hybrid ONE 500 with Bosch and around 500 Wh sets a strong, frequently mentioned benchmark. If you're primarily interested in the entry price and a practical hub gear for everyday use, the REX Commuter+ is our answer: Mid-drive motor with approx. 70 Nm, Nexus 7, hydraulic disc brakes, full city setup – currently significantly below typical Touring Hybrid retail prices in the shop, during the limited-time promotional window.
And if you ultimately find that Bosch really has to be the one – then take a look at our Kreidler Vitality Eco models. They feature a Bosch drive (depending on the variant: Active Line Plus, Performance Line, or CX). This way, you stay within the familiar system without mixing the Commuter+'s price/Nexus story with the Bosch route.
→ View the REX Commuter+ at myebikes
→ Kreidler with Bosch in the shop
Promotional price and shipping conditions within Germany only during the ongoing, limited-time promotion; end date and details in the shop. Cube retail prices vary by dealer; specifications as of review.
