Of course, there are a few other minor differences between the two brands that I’ll talk about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Not only will I compare the two bike brands in detail, but I’ll also compare their various bike types. In particular, I’ll look at their road bikes, MTBs, and hybrids to help you decide on the two.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But as I’ll discuss, it’s hard to split the two based on component quality, bike customization, bike range, and prices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Let’s get into the comparison.<\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nScott Bikes Vs Trek Bikes: Side By Side Comparison<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
As I mentioned, Giant makes frames for both Scott<\/strong><\/a> and Trek<\/strong><\/a>, which means there is little to separate the two in terms of quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n But if you observe keenly, there are a few things that set them apart, as follows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These two bike brands are traditional high-end, pro-level bike brands. That, however, doesn’t mean that they don’t make entry-level and mid-range options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Overall, Trek<\/a> has more entry-level bikes that beginners can ride. Scott<\/a>, on the other hand, stocks mid-range options alongside their high-end bikes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Verdict<\/strong> \u2013 While Trek leans towards entry-level and high-end bikes, Scott favors mid-range and high-end bikes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Scott bikes are slightly more lightweight than Trek bikes. Essentially, that’s owing to Scott’s impressive carbon technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Most of their bikes feature carbon frames that have a hollow design that makes them exceptionally lightweight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While Trek also employs carbon technology on most bikes, they don’t feel as lightweight as Scott’s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Verdict<\/strong> \u2013 Scott bikes are lighter than Trek bikes, and therefore Scott wins here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Scott has an in-house brand ‘Syncros’<\/em> which is dedicated to making most of its components. That includes the saddles, wheelsets, seat posts, headsets, handlebars, grips, and kickstands<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Syncros enjoys 30 years of experience, thus reliable. The components they make for Scott are high-quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trek also has an in-house manufacturer, Bontrager<\/em>, which does the same job as Syncros<\/em>. Like Syncros<\/em>, Bontrager<\/em> prides itself in making innovative and high-quality bike components.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And when it comes to the drivetrain, both brands get the components from Shimano and SRAM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Moreover, they also source suspensions from RockShox, which are more robust and reliable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Verdict<\/strong> \u2013 Though their in-house manufacturers differ, both promise quality components.<\/p>\n\n\n A good bike warranty inspires confidence. It shows you that you are getting a good deal, and this is one area where the two brands differ.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Scott only offers a 5-year limited lifetime warranty and only two years for their self-build Syncros<\/em> components. Trek, in contrast, offers you a limited lifetime warranty for their frames and 1-5 years for their self-build Bontrager<\/em> components.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Verdict<\/strong> \u2013 A lifetime warranty is a strong indicator of Trek’s confidence in their frames. For that reason, Trek wins the frame battle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is another area where Scott and Trek differ. Though the purchase route has nothing to do with the bike quality, it can influence your purchasing decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trek generally allows you to buy directly from their website or through their trusted local dealers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Scott, on the other hand, relies on local dealers. You cannot order a Scott bike from their official website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Verdict<\/strong> \u2013 Trek offers you more purchase routes than Scott.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Scott offers high-quality carbon and alloy frames for road bikes and MTBs that you can use to customize your bike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The advantage is that the frames come as a set (frame + fork) to enjoy shock absorption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trek also has a bike-building project known as Project One that allows riders to design their dream Trek bike. But unlike Scott, everything is built to order with Trek, and that includes the frameset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Verdict<\/strong> \u2013 Both bike brands offer you the opportunity to build your bike. Trek, however, has a slim advantage as it allows you to pick everything (including the frameset) from scratch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Though both bike brands offer quality components, Scott bikes’ prices are slightly lower. It doesn’t mean they are cheap, but you’ll save a few dollars getting a Scott bike over a Trek option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Verdict<\/strong> \u2013 Scott wins here for offering less expensive high-end bikes than Trek. Even in terms of components, Syncros<\/em> components are less costly than Trek’s Bontrager<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n Generally, sponsorship success is an indicator of a bike brand’s good reputation and quality bikes. That’s because pro riders only want to be associated with the best bike brands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Scott has been sponsoring top-level cyclists for many years, and some have even won podium places at the Tour de France.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One notable athlete is Greg Lemond, the 1989 Tour de France winner. There is also Nino Schurter, the 2016 Olympics winner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trek also shares the same success story. Since sponsoring Lance Armstrong, the brand has been associated with so many pro riders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Verdict<\/strong> \u2013 Both bike brands enjoy successful sponsorship stories, which shows their dominance in the pro riding sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Scott generally stocks the following major bike categories:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trek, in contrast, stocks the following options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Verdict<\/strong> \u2013 It seems that the two bike brands offer the same bike types. So, there is nothing to separate them here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n After looking at the general differences and similarities between Scott and Trek, let’s look at how their road bikes, MTBs, and hybrids compare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Here’s how Trek and Scott MTBs compare:<\/p>\n\n\n Scott stocks cross-country, enduro, trail, downhill, and sport MTBs as its main mountain bike ranges. Scott, however, has a dedicated women’s line and electric options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trek also stocks cross country, trail, and full-suspension MTBs (mostly enduro and downhill options). Like Scott, they also have a dedicated women’s bike line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trek mountain bike prices start as low as $600 as it’s the case with their entry-level Marlin 5<\/strong> to about $11,000 as it’s the case with their high-end Super Caliber 9.1 XX1. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Scott MTBs start from around $450 as it’s the case of the Scott Active 60 Contessa<\/strong> to about $14,000 as it’s the case of the Scott Spark RC. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n While the costliest Scott MTB is pricier than the costliest Trek, the difference is that there are more affordable Scott MTBs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trek is known for its innovative suspension technology, which sets the bike apart from the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n They employ Fox and RockShox suspensions on their full-suspension MTBs, which promise unmatched control and bump absorption. So, Trek wins the full-suspension battled based on that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n But if there is an area that Scott takes the lead, it is the Hardtail line. Scott Hardtail forks come with adequate travel to offer enough cushioning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Scott MTBs have a more aggressive geometry than Trek. As a result, Scott MTBs are more trail-oriented, while Trek MTBs<\/a> are best for enduro cycling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Both Scott and Trek employ high-quality frames, mainly carbon, on their frames. In general, carbon offers the frames a lighter weight, which makes it easy to pedal upward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A lighter frame also makes it easy to speed up, which explains why these two bikes are popular for pro riders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Both bike brands employ SRAM on their high-end bikes and Shimano on their low-end and mid-range options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Let’s compare the two road bike brands under the following:<\/p>\n\n\n Scott stocks lightweight, gravel, endurance, and aero road bikes as their main rod bike categories. They, however, have dedicated women and children lines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trek also makes lightweight, gravel, endurance, women, and electric road bikes. In addition, they stock performance road bikes<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trek road bike prices start from around $1,000, which is the case of their entry-level Domane AL2, <\/strong>to about $12,500, which is the case of their high-end Domane+LT9. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Scott road bikes start from around $700 as it’s the case with their entry-level Scott Speedster 50<\/strong> to about $12,000 as it’s the case with Scott Addict RC Ultimate. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Scott offers a mixture of entry-level, mid-range, and high-end road bikes to suit road cyclists at different experience levels. They, however, pay more attention to mid-range and high-end markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trek also makes road bikes for entry-level, mid-level, and high-end markets. They, however, focus more on the high-end and low-end market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Like their MTB siblings, Scott road bikes have a more aggressive geometry, favoring pro riders more. Trek road bikes, in contrast, are less aggressive, which allows them to suit even beginners and casual road cyclists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Now, let’s compare the hybrid bikes of both brands:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Scott hybrid bikes borrow so much from their road bike and MTB lines. These bikes, which are best for commuting, casual off-road rides, and weekend adventures, come in men and women options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trek also has fantastic hybrid bikes for men and women. But unlike Scott, Trek also offers kids hybrid bikes. And overall, both brands stock electric hybrids,<\/p>\n\n\n\n Impressively, both Trek and Scott employ carbon frames on their most expensive hybrid bikes, making them suitable for serious commuters. The frames make the bikes comfortable to cycle as they feel lighter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There is nothing to separate the two bike brands here as they come with more upright geometries and feature wider cushioned seats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Their most expensive options come with powerful shock suspensions and disc brakes for a more comfortable ride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Depending on budget, you can get a Trek or Scott hybrid bike<\/a> at any price point. The contrast is that Trek occupies the lowest and the highest ends of the budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For example, while a budget Trek hybrid costs under $500, high-end options cost over $6,000, as is the case with the Alient +9.9S. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Overall, Trek offers a better frame warranty than Scott, but Scott offers less costly bikes than Trek for the same high-end experience. So, choosing between them depends primarily on budget and warranty preference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Scott employs advanced carbon technology to guarantee lighter and comfortable bikes. They also rely on self-built Syncros components such as wheels, handlebars, kickstands, and seat posts, which promise durability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Moreover, they get their drivetrain mostly from SRAM. So, yes, Trek bikes are of good quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Giant makes bike frames not only for Scott but also for Colnago and Trek. But when it comes to components like wheelsets, handlebars, seats, seat posts, and pedals, Scott has a standalone entity within their frame, Syncros, which handles the manufacturing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The majority of Trek bikes are made in China, Taiwan, Netherlands, and Germany.<\/p>\n\n\n\n An entry-level Scott road bike or mountain bike costs $450-$600, while a high-end option costs up to $12,000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n1. Bike Line<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
2. Bike Weight<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
3. Trek Vs Scott Bikes Components<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n4. Bike Warranty<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
5. Purchase Route<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
6. Scott Bikes Vs Trek Bike Customization<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
7. Bike Prices<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n8. Sponsorship Success<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
9. Scott Vs Trek Bikes Range<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Scott Bikes Vs Trek Bikes Compared<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
1. Trek Mountain Bikes Vs Scott Mountain Bikes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\na) MTB Type<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
b) MTB Price<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
c) Suspension<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
d) Bike Geometry<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
e) Carbon Technology<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
f) Drivetrain<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
2. Trek Road Bikes Vs Scott Road Bikes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\na) Road Bike Type<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
b) Road Bike Price<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
c) Bike Range<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
d) Frame Geometry<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
3. Trek Hybrid Bikes Vs Scott Hybrid Bikes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
a) Bike Type<\/h4>\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nb) Carbon Technology<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
c) Riding Comfort<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
d) Bike Price<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
1. Is Trek Better Than Scott?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
2. Are Scott Bikes Good Quality?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
3. Does Giant Make Scott Bikes?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
4. Are Trek Bikes Made In China?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
5. How Much Does A Scott Bike Cost?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n