Torqeedo Travel
#7 in Up to 1.5 kWFull review
For dinghy and daysailer owners replacing a 2 to 3 hp gas outboard who want the most refined small electric. Pair it with the battery package.
Torqeedo $1,799 Blue Marine $1,799$1,799
The Torqeedo Travel is the better electric outboard motor overall, rated 3.0 to 2.7. The Torqeedo Travel leads on value and weight. The Torqeedo Travel costs $351 less ($1,799 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 Torqeedo Travel for value ($1,635 per kW ($1,799, 1.1 kW) vs $2,150 per kW ($2,150, 1 kW)) and weight (44.5 lb, 40.5 lb per kW vs 44 lb, 44 lb per 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 | Torqeedo Travel | ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Evo |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 69 $1,635 per kW ($1,799, 1.1 kW) | 52 $2,150 per kW ($2,150, 1 kW) |
| Battery 15% | 0 battery sold separately | 0 battery sold separately |
| Weight 20% | 15 44.5 lb, 40.5 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
| Torqeedo Travel | ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Evo | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Input power | 1.1 kW | 1 kW |
| Gas outboard equal | 3 hp | 3 hp |
| Voltage | 44 V | - |
| Battery | Sold separately | Sold separately |
| Battery on the motor | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Shaft | 15 in | - |
| Weight | 44.5 lb | 44 lb |
| Saltwater rated | Yes | Yes |
| Steering | Tiller | Tiller or remote |
| GPS speed and range | Yes | - |
| App | Yes | - |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |