Kiox
Bosch Kiox
| Award | WINNER 2018 |
| Category | Bike Components |
| Company | Robert Bosch GmbH |
Kiox, the new compact on-board computer from Bosch eBike Systems has been developed for sporty riders. A control unit for operating all relevant functions of the eBike system is positioned on the left side of the handlebar •Compact 1.9-inch colour display with high resolution, perfect reading angle above the stem •Relevant data such as speed and power are displayed •Crash-protected arrangement behind the steering axle •Easy to remove and mount: Kiox snaps magnetically into its fixed position •Bluetooth low energy connectivity for heart-rate monitors (optional) and over-the-air software updates •Possibility for bike manufacturers to create individual socket solutions e.g. partial integration
Award Criteria
- Functionality
- Design
Jury Statement
The smaller, the better is the guiding principle for control units and one that Bosch has implemented in an excellent way. The accompanying display is well positioned at the centre of the handlebars and is easy to remove thanks to its magnetic fastening.