Comfort mode

A riding mode labeled “Comfort” by some manufacturers (notably Inmotion). Smooths out acceleration and braking response, adds pedal cushioning, and generally makes the ride feel more forgiving.

Comfort mode vs soft mode

They overlap but aren’t the same thing. “Soft mode” describes pedal stiffness (how much the pedals swing). “Comfort mode” is a named preset that may also affect acceleration curves, tiltback behavior, and speed limits - not just pedal hardness. The specific parameters vary by manufacturer and firmware version.

The naming chaos

Inmotion uses Comfort/Classic. Others use Soft/Hard. Some have rebranded to Commuting/Off-Road. The names change, the underlying concept doesn’t: how aggressively does the firmware translate your lean into motor response.

555 take

Don’t assume “comfort mode” on one brand equals “soft mode” on another. Read the specific settings for your wheel. Try both modes in a safe area before committing to one for daily riding.