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 2.7. The TEMO 1000 leads on battery, warranty and weight. The ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Evo wins on value. The ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Evo costs $1,349 less ($2,150 vs $3,499).
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 TEMO 1000 for battery (0.9 kWh battery included vs battery sold separately), warranty (3-year warranty on the motor vs 2-year warranty on the motor) and weight (35 lb, 31.8 lb per kW vs 44 lb, 44 lb per kW).
- Choose the ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Evo for value ($2,150 per kW ($2,150, 1 kW) vs $3,181 per kW ($3,499, 1.1 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 | TEMO 1000 | ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Evo |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 28 $3,181 per kW ($3,499, 1.1 kW) | 52 $2,150 per kW ($2,150, 1 kW) |
| Battery 15% | 86 0.9 kWh battery included | 0 battery sold separately |
| Weight 20% | 44 35 lb, 31.8 lb per kW | 3 44 lb, 44 lb per kW |
| Saltwater 10% | 50 saltwater rating not stated (neutral score used) | 100 rated for saltwater |
| Warranty 25% | 67 3-year warranty on the motor | 33 2-year warranty on the motor |
Specifications
| TEMO 1000 | ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Evo | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Input power | 1.1 kW | 1 kW |
| Gas outboard equal | 3 hp | 3 hp |
| Thrust | 60 lb | - |
| Voltage | 48 V | - |
| Battery | 0.9 kWh included | Sold separately |
| Battery on the motor | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 35 lb | 44 lb |
| Saltwater rated | - | Yes |
| Steering | Tiller | Tiller or remote |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |