For pontoon, jon boat and lake owners replacing a 9.9 hp gas outboard at the lowest price, if they’ll source a battery bank.
Elco $3,450 eMarine $3,450The Elco EP-9.9 is the better electric outboard motor overall, rated 3.2 to 3.1. The Elco EP-9.9 costs $1,500 less ($3,450 vs $4,950).
For pontoon, jon boat and lake owners replacing a 14 hp gas outboard at the lowest price, if they’ll source a battery bank.
Elco $4,950 eMarine $4,950Prices 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.
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every over 1.5 kw electric outboard motor; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Elco EP-9.9 | Elco EP-14 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 74 $719 per kW ($3,450, 4.8 kW) | 66 $798 per kW ($4,950, 6.2 kW) |
| Battery 15% | 0 battery sold separately | 0 battery sold separately |
| Weight 20% | 67 65 lb, 13.5 lb per kW | 66 85 lb, 13.7 lb per kW |
| Saltwater 10% | 50 saltwater rating not stated (neutral score used) | 50 saltwater rating not stated (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 25% | 33 2-year warranty on the motor | 33 2-year warranty on the motor |
Specifications
| Elco EP-9.9 | Elco EP-14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Input power | 4.8 kW | 6.2 kW |
| Gas outboard equal | 9.9 hp | 14 hp |
| Thrust | 195 lb | 275 lb |
| Voltage | 48 V | 48 V |
| Battery | Sold separately | Sold separately |
| Battery on the motor | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 65 lb | 85 lb |
| Steering | Tiller or remote | Tiller or remote |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
