Reading time: 5 min · By the KOMUT Bikes team
A train ride then a few kilometres to the office, a flat with no cellar, a car you want to slip a bike into: the electric folding bike covers all of these. Brompton or Tern? Here's how to choose.
In short
- Brompton : the most compact fold, king of the train and metro.
- Tern : the comfort of a real bike for longer rides.
- The right choice depends on how often you fold each day.
- Fold and try both for free in store.
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Brompton vs Tern
Two philosophies of the folding bike.
Compactness above all
Brompton
Made in London, the Brompton folds into three parts in seconds and rolls on its own little wheels. The electric range covers the C, P, T and G Line.
- Most compact fold on the market
- Ideal for train, metro and office
- G Line: bigger wheels, more comfort
The comfort of a real bike
Tern
The Tern Vektron has geometry close to a regular bike and a comfortable riding position for longer trips. The fold is bulkier, but practical for the car or a flat.
- Natural riding position
- Built to ride further
- Folds for the car or a flat
The KOMUT tip
Do you fold your bike several times a day? Choose Brompton. Only fold it now and then and ride more than a few kilometres? Look at Tern.
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4 criteria to choose well
How often you fold
Several times a day: prioritise a fast, compact fold.
Distance by bike
Beyond a few kilometres per trip, comfort and range matter more.
Weight to carry
Station or building stairs? Lift the bike in store before deciding.
Accessories
Front bags, racks, mudguards: each brand has its own ecosystem.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
The Brompton remains the benchmark for compactness when folded: it fits under a desk or in the boot of a small car and rolls easily through a station.
Yes, a folded bike counts as hand luggage on most Belgian public transport. Always check the current rules with the operator.
Choose Brompton if a compact fold and the train come first. Choose Tern if you mostly ride, over longer distances, and want a position closer to a regular bike.
Yes, compare them for free with no appointment in our stores in Uccle, Saint-Gilles and Woluwe-Saint-Pierre.
Come fold and try
Our team shows you how to fold and lets you compare Brompton and Tern, free and with no appointment.
KOMUT Uccle
Rue Vanderkindere 438, 1180 Uccle
KOMUT Saint-Gilles
Chaussée de Charleroi 190, 1060 Saint-Gilles
KOMUT Stockel
Av. Baron Albert d'Huart 10, 1150 Woluwe-Saint-Pierre
Tuesday to Saturday, 10 am to 6 pm · Free test ride, no appointment