MOZA R16 Ultra vs Simagic Alpha EVO 9, 12 and 18 Nm
The Alpha EVO 9, 12 and 18 Nm costs $130 less than the R16 Ultra. They also differ on 1 more published field, shown in the sheet below.
What separates them
- Price$529vs$399
The Alpha EVO 9, 12 and 18 Nm costs $130 less than the R16 Ultra.
- Torque16 Nmvs9 Nm
These two do not quote torque the same way. Neither MOZA nor Simagic says whether its figure is peak, holding, or continuous. The figures are printed as published, and we do not rank one against the other, because that would be arithmetic on unlike measurements.
Specs side by side
| MOZA R16 Ultra | Simagic Alpha EVO 9, 12 and 18 Nm | |
|---|---|---|
| Where they differ | ||
| Price | $529 | $399 |
| Torque | 16 Nm | 9 Nm |
| Not published by either | drive system · quick release · mounting · rim in the box · pedals in the box · input voltage · weight · platforms | |
MOZA R16 Ultra: pros, cons, and who it suits
Pros
Nothing in the published specs favours it over the Alpha EVO 9, 12 and 18 Nm.
Cons
- Costs $130 more than the Alpha EVO 9, 12 and 18 Nm.
Who it suits
At 16 Nm this sits in the upper band, between 12 and 21 Nm. Makers of bases in this band publish rig-mounting patterns rather than desk clamps.
Simagic Alpha EVO 9, 12 and 18 Nm: pros, cons, and who it suits
Pros
- Costs $130 less than the R16 Ultra.
Cons
Nothing in the published specs counts against it here.
Who it suits
At 9 Nm this sits in the middle torque band of the database, between 6 and 12 Nm, and in the $300 to $600 price band.
Which should you choose?
On budget alone, the Alpha EVO 9, 12 and 18 Nm is the cheaper of the two at $399, against $529 for the R16 Ultra.
Where to buy
Full R16 Ultra specs · Full Alpha EVO 9, 12 and 18 Nm specs
Every spec on this page was read from the manufacturer's own published documentation.