ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Plus
#8 in Up to 1.5 kWFull review
For dinghy owners who want a 3 hp-class electric at the lowest complete price, buy it with the battery.
Blue Marine $1,650 TB Nation $1,650$1,650
The ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Plus is the better electric outboard motor overall, rated 2.9 to 2.7. The ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Plus leads on value. The ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Plus costs $500 less ($1,650 vs $2,150).
ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Evo
#9 in Up to 1.5 kWFull review
For sailboat owners who want a 3 hp-class auxiliary that can steer from the helm or recharge under sail.
TB Nation $2,150$2,150
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 Spirit 1.0 Plus for value ($1,650 per kW ($1,650, 1 kW) vs $2,150 per kW ($2,150, 1 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 Spirit 1.0 Plus | ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Evo |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.9/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 69 $1,650 per kW ($1,650, 1 kW) | 52 $2,150 per kW ($2,150, 1 kW) |
| Battery 15% | 0 battery sold separately | 0 battery sold separately |
| Weight 20% | 8 42.6 lb, 42.6 lb per kW | 3 44 lb, 44 lb per kW |
| Saltwater 10% | 100 rated for saltwater | 100 rated for saltwater |
| Warranty 25% | 33 2-year warranty on the motor | 33 2-year warranty on the motor |
Specifications
| ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Plus | ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Evo | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Input power | 1 kW | 1 kW |
| Gas outboard equal | 3 hp | 3 hp |
| Battery | Sold separately | Sold separately |
| Battery on the motor | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 42.6 lb | 44 lb |
| Saltwater rated | Yes | Yes |
| Steering | Tiller | Tiller or remote |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |