ePropulsion eLite
#6 in Up to 1.5 kWFull review
For short tender runs from mooring to dock, where carrying weight matters more than range.
eMarine $1,169.10 Blue Marine $1,299$1,169.10
The ePropulsion eLite is the better electric outboard motor overall, rated 3.1 to 2.6. The ePropulsion eLite leads on battery and weight. The Torqeedo Travel XS wins on value. The ePropulsion eLite costs $229.90 less ($1,169.10 vs $1,399).
Torqeedo Travel XS
#10 in Up to 1.5 kWFull review
For tender owners who want the lightest Torqeedo with GPS range and an app. Budget for the battery, which isn’t in the motor price.
Torqeedo $1,399 Blue Marine $1,399$1,399
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 ePropulsion eLite for battery (0.4 kWh battery included vs battery sold separately) and weight (17.4 lb, 34.8 lb per kW vs 40.6 lb, 58 lb per kW).
- Choose the Torqeedo Travel XS for value ($1,999 per kW ($1,399, 0.7 kW) vs $2,338 per kW ($1,169.10, 0.5 kW)).
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 | ePropulsion eLite | Torqeedo Travel XS |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Value 30% | 47 $2,338 per kW ($1,169.10, 0.5 kW) | 57 $1,999 per kW ($1,399, 0.7 kW) |
| Battery 15% | 76 0.4 kWh battery included | 0 battery sold separately |
| Weight 20% | 34 17.4 lb, 34.8 lb per kW | 0 40.6 lb, 58 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
| ePropulsion eLite | Torqeedo Travel XS | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Input power | 0.5 kW | 0.7 kW |
| Gas outboard equal | - | 2 hp |
| Voltage | 25.2 V | 44 V |
| Battery | 0.4 kWh included | Sold separately |
| Battery on the motor | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Shaft | 15.8 in | 15 in |
| Weight | 17.4 lb | 40.6 lb |
| Steering | Tiller | Tiller |
| GPS speed and range | - | Yes |
| App | - | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |