TEMO 1000
#2 in Up to 1.5 kWFull review
For sailboat and tender owners who want a light all-in-one 3 hp-class motor and value a three-year warranty over price.
TEMO $3,499 Blue Marine $3,499$3,499
The TEMO 1000 is the better electric outboard motor overall, rated 3.3 to 3.2. The TEMO 1000 leads on warranty and weight. The Elco Edgemere EP-3TS wins on value and battery. The Elco Edgemere EP-3TS costs $1,200 less ($2,299 vs $3,499).
Elco Edgemere EP-3TS
#3 in Up to 1.5 kWFull review
For small fishing boats and tenders that want the most range per dollar in a complete 3 hp-class kit.
Elco $2,299$2,299
Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the TEMO 1000 for warranty (3-year warranty on the motor vs 2-year warranty on the motor) and weight (35 lb, 31.8 lb per kW vs 48 lb, 40 lb per kW).
- Choose the Elco Edgemere EP-3TS for value ($1,916 per kW ($2,299, 1.2 kW) vs $3,181 per kW ($3,499, 1.1 kW)) and battery (1.4 kWh battery included vs 0.9 kWh battery included).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every up to 1.5 kw electric outboard motor; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | TEMO 1000 | Elco Edgemere EP-3TS |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 28 $3,181 per kW ($3,499, 1.1 kW) | 60 $1,916 per kW ($2,299, 1.2 kW) |
| Battery 15% | 86 0.9 kWh battery included | 100 1.4 kWh battery included |
| Weight 20% | 44 35 lb, 31.8 lb per kW | 17 48 lb, 40 lb per kW |
| Saltwater 10% | 50 saltwater rating not stated (neutral score used) | 50 saltwater rating not stated (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 25% | 67 3-year warranty on the motor | 33 2-year warranty on the motor |
Specifications
| TEMO 1000 | Elco Edgemere EP-3TS | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Input power | 1.1 kW | 1.2 kW |
| Gas outboard equal | 3 hp | 3 hp |
| Thrust | 60 lb | - |
| Voltage | 48 V | 36 V |
| Battery | 0.9 kWh included | 1.4 kWh included |
| Battery on the motor | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 35 lb | 48 lb |
| Steering | Tiller | Tiller |
| GPS speed and range | - | Yes |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |