The first company bike leasing company went online in 2008. Since then, the choice has grown - but so has the agony of choice in terms of bike brands, insurance packages and service offers.
BA Leasing -
bike-angebot.de/leasing
Neubulach, active since 2019
The leasing offer is integrated into the online retailer's website. A company bike is available from 1500 euros to 10000 euros. 950 dealers in Germany and Austria are in the network, or you can select the bike directly from Bike-Angebot. The terms are 24, 36 or 48 months, although 36 months is also recommended here. The employer contract can be signed online and there are no processing fees. BA allows a free choice of insurance and even offers insurance policies - graded according to the value of the bike. Thanks to its many years of experience in the trade, advice before leasing is a plus point.
Bikeleasing - bikeleasing.com
Uslar, active since 2015
Primarily supports regional retailers and explicitly and deliberately has no direct mail order companies or online retailers in its portfolio. Currently co-operates with 4000 specialist dealers in Germany. Any dealer can submit an enquiry to Bikeleasing. Comprehensive and friendly website with photos of all employees. Completely digital processing possible on the portal. Bikeleasing has also developed its own app to help with claims, for example. Several insurance, damage and inspection packages, including cancellation insurance for the employer. A takeover offer can be made three months before the end of the term.
Businessbike - businessbike.com
Neustadt/Aisch, active since 2014
The Franconian company Regonova behind Businessbike wants to simplify and, above all, speed up processes for all parties - employers, company cyclists and dealers. The former bankers also offer employers good security. The website comes with a trendy video and a generous layout. In autumn, the real-time portal called "Quickstart" is to be implemented to make leasing possible in just a few minutes. Plus comprehensive insurance: If a company bike is stolen, a new one is provided immediately (applies after the 18th month of the contract term). Return service (after the 7th month) for the employer, e.g. in the event of cancellation, illness or parental leave.
Companybike - company-bike-solutions.com
Munich, active since 2012
Specialising in companies with 500 employees or more, large SMEs and corporations. Founder Markus Maus is a committed mountain biker himself and realised his idea of establishing the topics of health and environmental protection through mobility by bike in large companies. Companybike provides its customers with their own portal with company logo and corporate design. Customers can choose from over 2000 bikes. Roadshows at the companies themselves are also possible. There is also a mobile, nationwide repair service, where the bike mechanic comes to the customer's home or company premises.
Eurorad - eurorad.de
Cologne, active since 2012
A 100 per cent subsidiary of the Zweirad-Einkaufs-Genossenschaft ZEG with its own brands Pegasus, Bulls, Green Mover and Zemo, which cooperates closely with its specialist dealers. Clear, concise website with comprehensive information. Leasing possible from 999 to 12000 euros. The premium protection associated with the contract also covers wear and tear, with no excess. Germany-wide pick-up service available 24 hours a day in the event of damage that makes it impossible to continue driving. One month before the lease expires, you can discuss with your dealer whether and under what conditions you can buy the bike, if desired.
Jobrad - jobrad.org
Freiburg, active since 2008
Pioneer of the company bike movement and the largest provider in Germany, which is "passionately committed to getting more people on bikes". Clear start page, extensive FAQ section. After registration, each company receives its own portal. The employees select the bikes from the dealer and the dealer uploads the offer. Everything else is done via the company portal. PDFs can be filled in, printed out and sent by post. Only Jobrad offers the mail order companies Canyon and YT Industries, as well as exclusively: Giant/LIV and Storck. Nice explanatory video and likeable explanations such as "collecting karma points".
Lease a bike - lease-a-bike.com
Cloppenburg, active since 2015
Bike Mobility Services GmbH, which is responsible for Lease a bike, is a subsidiary of Derby Cycle Holding GmbH (including Focus and Univega). The choice of dealer and bike brand is completely free, with around 2000 dealers currently connected. The minimum value of the service bike is 499 euros. Clearly organised portal with digital processes throughout, which are carried out via online portals. Three comprehensive insurance/protection packages (basic, standard, premium) with mobility guarantee. Theft (bike must be locked with a standard brand lock), accidental damage, vandalism, construction defects, etc. are covered.
My company bike - my-service-bike.com
Oldenburg, active since 2012
Baron Mobility Service GmbH is behind Mein Dienstrad. You can choose from around 5000 models of various bicycle brands. Company bike leasing is possible from 595 euros, with insurance cover ending at 10000 euro bikes. According to its own information, Mein Dienstrad currently co-operates with around 2500 specialist bicycle dealers. In the portal's extensive download centre, all documents and information are clearly arranged according to employer, employee and specialist dealer partner. As with all others, there is a leasing calculator and a dealer directory with map. All the necessary information is covered in the FAQs.
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