# Gravel bike vs hybrid bike

> Choose a hybrid for comfort, an upright position and simple flat bars. Choose a gravel bike if you want more speed, longer rides and drop bars with several hand positions — and you're happy with a sportier position.

| | Gravel bike | Hybrid bike |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Mixed rides on tarmac, gravel roads and forest paths; Bikepacking and weekend adventures; One bike that can commute, train and explore | Getting fit and riding for fun; Commuting and errands; Beginners and returning riders who want comfort and confidence |
| Skip it if | You only ever ride smooth tarmac and want maximum speed | You want to ride real mountain bike trails |
| Entry-level | under €/$1,100 | under €/$700 |
| Mid-range | €/$1,100–3,000 | €/$700–1,500 |
| Performance | €/$3,000+ | €/$1,500+ |
| Sizes | XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL | S, M, L, XL |

## FAQ

### Is a gravel bike better than a hybrid bike?

Choose a hybrid for comfort, an upright position and simple flat bars. Choose a gravel bike if you want more speed, longer rides and drop bars with several hand positions — and you're happy with a sportier position.

### Which is cheaper, a gravel bike or a hybrid bike?

A good hybrid bike is usually cheaper. Entry-level gravel bikes cost under €/$1,100 and hybrid bikes under €/$700; mid-range €/$1,100–3,000 vs €/$700–1,500.

### Can a gravel bike do what a hybrid bike does?

Partly. A gravel bike isn't ideal if you only ever ride smooth tarmac and want maximum speed. A hybrid bike isn't ideal if you want to ride real mountain bike trails.

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